Court dismisses Yoshitha’s revision application relating to “Menik Malla” case

The Court of Appeal today dismissed a revision application filed by Yoshitha Rajapaksa in connection with the money laundering case widely known as the “Menik Malla” case.

Sri Lanka, Pakistan discuss stronger cooperation in maritime and aviation sectors

Sri Lanka and Pakistan have agreed to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in the maritime and aviation sectors during a high-level meeting held at the Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation.

Court puts off hearing of Rakitha Rajapaksa’s case until 2 pm

The case against Attorney-at-Law Rakitha Nirmala Rajapaksa, Samagi Jana Balawegaya Horana organiser Charith Wasantha Kumara Abeysinghe and former Airport Director of the Civil Aviation Authority Aruna Sri Chathuranga, who were arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) over the alleged solicitation and acceptance of a Rs. 120 million bribe from the wife of an alleged organised crime figure in exchange

Sinopec promises accurate fuel dispensing

Sinopec Energy Lanka has said that its fuel dispensing equipment is designed to ensure accuracy and reliability at every fuel station.

70% of accident outpatient cases are animal bites: Health data

Seventy percent of patients treated for accident-related injuries in hospital outpatient departments are people who have been bitten by animals, the Directorate of Non-Communicable Diseases of the Ministry of Health said.

Govt. yet to reach final decision on Sinopec refinery

The government is yet to reach any final decision on the proposed investment of US$ 3.7 billion by Chinese state giant Sinopec mainly due to disagreements on terms and conditions of the project despite the lapse of more than one and half years after signing the MoU.

Reduce polythene use, protect environment: CEA

The Central Environmental Authority (CEA), marking International Polythene Bag Free Day, has called on the public to minimize the use of polythene and switch to environmentally friendly, reusable alternatives.

UNP has always worked to deepen ties with China : Wajira

Chairman of the UNP Wajira Abeywardena said his party had always worked to deepen friendship with China, and under the leadership of Ranil Wickremesinghe, Sri Lanka threw its weight behind the Belt and Road Initiative as one of its earliest partners and advanced the Colombo Port City, the most ambitious investment project in the nation’s history.

Venezuela quake survivor pulled out alive after eight days

A man has been rescued alive after being trapped for eight days in the rubble of a building that collapsed after twin earthquakes in Venezuela.

IFRS 17 to bring transparency to life insurance sector, push industry toward protection-led growth

Sri Lanka’s life insurance industry is bracing for a fundamental shift in how its performance is measured and reported, as the country prepares to adopt IFRS 17, the new global accounting standard for insurance

Sri Lanka named world’s top trending wellness destination for 2026  

Sri Lanka has secured the top spot on BookRetreats.com’s list of the world’s top trending wellness destinations for 2026, marking a significant milestone for the island’s hospitality and tourism sector.

Govt. reviews FTAs, targets new market opportunities to strengthen trade ties

A high-level discussion on the review and future direction of Sri Lanka’s Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) was held this week at the Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development Ministry,

Sri Lanka tourist arrivals fall 10% in June

Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals recorded a 9.9 percent year-on-year decline in June 2026, totalling 124,551 visitors compared to the 138,241 arrivals registered during the same month last year.

70% of prison population linked to drug addiction, overcrowding concerns raised

Around 70 per cent of the prison population comprises individuals addicted to narcotic substances, highlighting a major challenge facing the country’s correctional system, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

225 awareness programmes conducted to protect schoolchildren from drug use

Efforts to prevent schoolchildren from being drawn into drug use have intensified, with officials reporting that 225 awareness programmes have already been carried out for teachers and students across schools, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Full match schedule & SLST kick-off times: INFOGRAPHIC

The FIFA World Cup 2026 has entered the knockout stage, with the Round of 32 officially confirmed. Sixteen winner-takes-all matches will now decide which teams progress to the Last 16 as the race for football’s biggest prize intensifies.

Visiting Pakistan Defence Secretary holds talks with Sri Lankan counterpart

Pakistan’s Secretary of the Ministry of Defence, Lieutenant General (Retd) Muhammad Ali, paid a courtesy call on Sri Lanka’s Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence Headquarters in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte.

Historic locomotive move between Kandy and Peradeniya without tracks

A unique operation set to mark a historic moment in Sri Lanka’s railway history is scheduled to take place, with a locomotive being transported between Kandy and Peradeniya without using railway tracks.

Vehicle importers urges reforms to ease vehicle import process

Vehicle Importers Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL) Vice President Arosha Rodrigo today requested the government to introduce necessary policy adjustments to ensure smoother operations in the sector and to support both importers and buyers.

12-hour water cut in Colombo and suburbs on Saturday

Water supply to several parts of Colombo and surrounding suburbs will be temporarily suspended on Saturday (July 04) from 9.00 a.m. to 9.00 p.m. (12 hours), the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) announced.

Canadian boy dies of rabies after waking to bat on his face

An 11-year-old Canadian boy has died from rabies after being awoken by a bat on his nose and mouth.

Gazette amends colour-coded labelling rules for sugary drinks

An Extraordinary Gazette Notification has been issued amending the regulations on colour-coded labelling for sugar-containing liquid food products.

CSE ends slightly lower as early gains fade amid selective buying and weak sentiment

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) opened the session on a positive note, with the ASPI gaining around 60 points during the first hour of trading, supported by early buying interest across selected counters.

Araliya Dansala serves thousands

Commission launched to tackle public sector pay issues

The newly appointed Salary and Pension Commission, established by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to address long-standing salary and pension issues in the public service, officially commenced its work with its inaugural meeting held yesterday (July 1) at the Nilamadura premises in Narahenpita.

Fake inland revenue officer arrested for alleged tax scam

A man accused of impersonating an Inland Revenue Department (IRD) official and defrauding taxpayers and institutions across Sri Lanka has been arrested following an investigation conducted by the Company Street Police and officials of the Inland Revenue Department.

Colombo Divisional Secretariats introduce card payment facilities

All 13 Divisional Secretariat Offices in the Colombo District have introduced credit and debit card payment facilities as part of the Government’s drive to modernise public services through digitalisation.

Dinal Edirisinghe wins National Table Topics Speech Contest

Dinal Edirisinghe has been crowned the winner of the National Table Topics Speech Contest conducted by District 82 of Toastmasters International at “The Ovation” District Convention held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo.

Indonesian couple publicly caned for kissing on TikTok

A young couple in Indonesia’s strict Islamic province of Aceh have been publicly caned for kissing outside marriage on TikTok, an act seen as a violation of Sharia law.

Ven Narampanawe Ananda Thero appointed Chancellor of Kelaniya University

The Deputy Chief Prelate of the Asgiriya Chapter, Most Venerable Narampanawe Ananda Thero, has been officially appointed as the new Chancellor of the University of Kelaniya.