High Court postpones order on preliminary objections in carrom boards case

Colombo High Court Judge Buddhika C. Ragala today decided to postpone the delivery of its order on the preliminary objections raised in the case filed by the Attorney General against former Ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando and former Secretary to the Ministry of Sports, retired Major General Nanda Mallawarachchi, to March 25.

Government has ensured true political freedom through clean governance: Minister

The Government has ensured true political freedom in the country through clean and transparent governance and has introduced clean political practices nationwide, Science and Technology Minister Prof. Chrishantha Abeysena said.

Elderly and children at higher risk as authorities push for rabies elimination

The elderly and children remain at higher risk of rabies in Sri Lanka, and the country’s rabies elimination programme must be implemented in line with international standards, Director of the Department of Animal Production and Health Dr. Pradeep Lakpriya Kumarawadu said.

President had no courage to talk about war victory on Independence Day: Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa alleged today that President Anura Kumara Dissanayake had no courage to talk about the war victory of the war heroes against the LTTE organisation on Independence Day.

President rejects ‘75-year curse’ slogan: Dr. Harsha de Silva

SJB MP Dr. Harsha de Silva said that during his address at the 78th Independence Day yesterday, President Anura Kumara Dissanayaka rejected the political slogan ’75-year curse’.

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GRTA to resume strike over Maligawatta hospital probe delays

The Govt. Radiological Technologists’ Association (GRTA) has announced the resumption of trade union action from Monday (9), citing delays by the Health Ministry in implementing recommendations from an investigation into the Deputy Director (RD) of Maligawatta Kidney Hospital.

CEB denies employee involvement in alleged assault incident

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has issued a clarification regarding media reports circulating about an alleged assault involving its employees, CEB Deputy General Manager (Business and Operations Strategy) Engineer Noel Priyantha said.

Yet another Daily Mirror story comes to limelight in Parliament

Another story carried in the Daily Mirror came to the limelight in Parliament when Opposition MP Ravi Karunanayake based a question on it.

Australia police charge man with abuse of 459 children

A man who ’’actively targeted’’ children on social media and gaming platforms has been charged with hundreds of child-abuse related offences against 459 victims in Australia and 15 other countries, Queensland police have said.

UNP preparing for new generation leadership: Ranil

The United National Party (UNP) is preparing for new generation leadership that would embrace smart politics, Party Leader, Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe said yesterday.

GovPAY digital traffic fine system rolled out islandwide

Sri Lanka has officially completed the island-wide rollout of the GovPAY digital traffic fine payment system, marking a major milestone in the country’s digital governance drive.

Jaffna International Airport records historic year in 2025

Jaffna International Airport (JIA) marked 2025 as its best-performing year since opening in 2019, recording 53,443 international passenger movements and 1,138 international aircraft movements.

Opposition urges Government to engage in dialogue on new constitution

Opposition politicians representing several political parties have called on the government to initiate and actively participate in a national dialogue aimed at drafting a new constitution.

Opposition MPs storm into well of Parliament after Speaker refuses privilege issue

Opposition MPs stormed into the well of Parliament as Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne refused MP Dayasiri Jayasekera to raise a privilege issue.

Sri Lanka’s tea output set to grow 10–12% in 2026 despite cyclone losses

Sri Lanka’s tea production is expected to grow between 10% and 12% in 2026, despite losing nearly one million kilograms due to Cyclone Ditwah, Sri Lanka Tea Board Chairman W.L.P. Wijewardene said.

PM, Opposition Leader clash in Parliament over education issues

Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya and Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa engaged in a verbal clash in Parliament today over issues pertaining to education.

New Auditor General assumes duties

Samudika Jayaratne officially assumed duties as the 42nd Auditor General of Sri Lanka at the National Audit Office today (05).

Growing calls in India to restrict children’s social media use

A debate around banning social media for children under 16 is gathering momentum in India, with ministers in several states saying they are studying a law that recently came into effect in Australia.

Thirty-year-old issue in private bus industry resolved with new gazette

A long-standing issue in the private bus industry spanning more than three decades was resolved today with the coming into effect of a gazette notification (2471/68) permitting the legal transfer of passenger service permits, Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development Bimal Ratnayake said.

Mattala airport records highest passenger numbers in 2025

Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) recorded its highest-ever passenger movements in 2025, handling 140,614 passengers, the Airport and Aviation Services Company said.

Minister invites newcomers to enter private bus industry

Transport, Highways, and Urban Development Minister Bimal Rathnayake today invited newcomers interested in joining the private bus industry, calling for greater participation to strengthen public transport services.

Around 700 acres of forest lands cleared by politicians

Around 700 acres of forest land in Madu and the adjoining Wilpattu National Park have been cleared by politicians during the past years, Minister Bimal Ratnayake told Parliament today.

T20 World Cup: We will not play against India, Pakistan PM Shehbaz Sharif says

Efforts to persuade Pakistan to reconsider its decision to boycott its T20 World Cup match against India appear to have stalled, as Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Wednesday reiterated that the country’s stance remains unchanged.

Over 10,000 receiving treatment from STD/AIDS clinics: Minister

Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa revealed today that 4,771 HIV AIDS patients are receiving treatment from 41 clinics conducted under the Sri Lanka National STD/AIDS Control Programme.

India denies assault on Sri Lankan fishermen

The High Commission of India in Colombo has rejected allegations that Indian personnel assaulted Sri Lankan fishermen at sea on January 29.

Ministers in present government insulting Buddhist monks and clergy: Cardinal

Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith yesterday alleged that several ministers in the present government are among those who insult Buddhist monks and other members of the clergy.

Over Rs. 213 billion excise duty earned from sale of locally produced liquor in 2024

The Excise Department has earned Rs. 213.39 billion as excise duty from the sale of locally produced liquor in 2024, Deputy Minister of Economic Development U.D. Nishantha Jayaweera revealed today.

SJB MP claims his security removed

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Rohana Bandara today alleged that the police security provided to him following a threat on his life has been removed after a few days.

Special traffic and security plan in place in Colombo for sacred relic exposition

The Sri Lanka Police have announced a comprehensive security and traffic plan in conjunction with the exposition of Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha, which have been brought from India to mark the 78th National Independence Day celebrations.