Court issues notices on IRD, SLC over cricketers’ tax dispute case

The Court of Appeal today issued formal notices on the respondents, including the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) and Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), following an agreement between the parties for an interim settlement in connection with writ petitions filed by Sri Lanka’s national cricket players.

Ceylon Electricity Board gets new chairman

Professor K.T.M. Udayanga Hemapala has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) following the resignation of Dr. Tilak Siyambalapitiya.

CSE hits new all-time high as market closes

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed on a positive note today, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) reaching an all-time high of 17,214.39, marking an increase of 234.50 points (1.38%). Similarly, the S&P SL20 Index also recorded an all-time high, rising by 96.36 points (1.91%) to close at 5,131.28.

A cardiologist’s perspective on a growing crisis

As a cardiologist practicing for over 25 years, I have seen a disturbing rise in heart attacks among young adults-especially in Sri Lanka and other South Asian countries.

More than 200 prisoners break out of Pakistani jail after earthquake panic, says official

More than 200 inmates escaped from a jail in the southern Pakistani city of Karachi late on Monday when they overpowered prison guards after being allowed to leave their cells following a series of earthquakes, local officials and police said.

Man arrested after beheading pregnant wife

A man was arrested on Tuesday after he allegedly beheaded his pregnant wife and surrendered to police while carrying her severed head.

Govt. to introduce Metro Bus Unit with 100 comfortable, low-entry buses

The government has planned to deploy 100 comfortable, low-floor buses for passenger transport along several major road corridors, including Colombo, Makumbura (Kottawa), Kaduwela, Kadawatha and Moratuwa.

Govt. denies reports of Cabinet reshuffle or PM change

Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Nalinda Jayatissa today denied recent media reports suggesting an imminent Cabinet reshuffle or a change in the Prime Minister’s post.

Australia ready to work with Sri Lanka’s new administration: Australian Deputy Prime Minister

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence of Australia Richard Marles, reflecting on the 70-year economic and political relationship between the two countries, conveyed Australia’s commitment to working closely with Sri Lanka’s new administration.

Govt. to take next decision on Covid-19 based on number of cases reported: Nalinda

The Health Ministry will take the next decision over the current spread of Covid-19 in Sri Lanka based on the number of cases being reported, Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

Female student attempts suicide over alleged ragging

Four students of the Kuliyapitiya Technical College have been arrested over a suspected ragging incident that led a first-year female student to attempt suicide by jumping into a nearby lake.

Immunoglobulin drug cleared for use after quality resolved

The Ministry of Health has clarified recent reports concerning the immunoglobulin drug manufactured by India’s ICHOR Biologics Pvt Ltd. Registered in Sri Lanka in April 2023 after thorough evaluation by the National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA), the drug faced temporary suspension following complaints about its quality.

Opposition coalition to take control of Bentota Pradeshiya Sabha

Three opposition parties and two independent groups have agreed to form a coalition to take control of the Bentota Pradeshiya Sabha.

Supreme Court dismisses FR petition by convicts in Krishanthi Kumaraswamy murder case

A Supreme Court three-judge-bench today unanimously refused leave to appeal and dismissed a Fundamental Rights application filed by five convicts in the high-profile Krishanthi Kumaraswamy abduction, rape and murder case, whose conviction dates back to 1998.

Government to probe gifting of lands to cricketers, artistes, politicians

The Government is to probe the lands given to cricketers, artistes and politicians during the past years, Parliament was told today.

SLADA gets new chairman

Dr. Dushan Lalisha Kahatapitiya officially assumed duties today as the new Chairman of the Sri Lanka Anti-Doping Agency (SLADA).

Tissa seeks additional time to file answers against Harini’s defamatory case

Samagi Jana Balawegaya National Organiser Tissa Attanayake sought additional time to file answers in connection with a defamation case filed by Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya.

Kohli eyes history in IPL Final

Virat Kohli has a chance to script history and achieve a feat that no other batter in the world has been able to claim so far.

Unauthorised messages from Water Board SMS portal

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) issued an urgent warning to the public regarding a security breach in its SMS communication system.

Traffic on Hatton-N’Eliya Road restricted to one lane over landslide risk

Vehicular movements on the Hatton-Nuwara Eliya main road has been restricted to a single lane from this morning onwards, owing to a landslide risk.

Discussions initiated with China, Iran, African countries to export sugar: Minister

The government has initiated discussions with China, Iran and several African countries to export locally manufactured brown sugar as a variety of organic sugar, Minister of Industries Sunil Handunnetti said today.

Mongolia PM resigns after losing confidence vote

Mongolian prime minister Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene has resigned after losing a confidence vote in parliament.

Restriction of KDU Medical faculty for local students a temporary move: Deputy Minister

The restriction imposed on local students entering the medical faculty of the Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) is a temporary move, Deputy Minister of Education Madura Seneviratne told Parliament today.

Keheliya, Ramith Rambukwella released on bail

Former Minister of Mass Media, Health, and Environment Keheliya Rambukwella, his son, and coordinating secretary of the former minister were released on bail today over allegations of causing a government loss exceeding Rs. 8 million.

South Koreans vote for president in hope of restoring stability after martial law crisis

South Koreans were voting for a new president on Tuesday to cap six months of turmoil triggered by a shock martial law briefly imposed by former leader Yoon Suk Yeol that marred the country’s reputation as a vibrant, if at times chaotic, democracy.

Medical laboratory fined Rs. 500,000 for overcharging FBC test report

A medical laboratory in Malwana (Biyagama Hospital- Malwana) was fined Rs. 500,000 by the Mahara Magistrate’s Court yesterday (2) for overcharging patients for a Full Blood Count (FBC) test report.

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PUCSL commences public consultations on second electricity tariff revision

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) officially announced the commencement of public consultations on the proposed second electricity tariff revision for the six-month period from today.

Bill Gates to give most of his $200bn fortune to Africa

Microsoft founder Bill Gates says that most of his fortune will be spent on improving health and education services in Africa over the next 20 years.

May tourist arrivals top pre-COVID highs

The tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka in May 2025 climbed to 132,191, exceeding pre-pandemic levels and reinforcing momentum toward the country’s full-year tourism target of three million visitors and US $ 5 billion in revenue.