Ven. Sumanarathana Thera suspended from his position as Chief Sanghanayake

Ven. Katumuluwe Sumanarathana Thera of the Padeniya Rajamaha Vihara has been suspended from his position as Chief Sanghanayake of the Devamedi Hatpatuwa by the Malwatta Chapter for holding the ’Sihinaya’ programme on May 17 at the Padeniya Rajamaha Vihara.

Applications open for 2025 A/L Vocational Stream admissions regardless of O/L results

The Education Ministry announced that applications are now being accepted for admission to Grade 12 under the Advanced Level (A/L) Vocational stream for the academic year 2025.

Three Sri Lankan women from Thailand nabbed with Rs.120 Mn worth Kush at BIA

Three local females attempting to smuggle in Rs. 120 million worth of Kush concealed in electrical appliances from Thailand were arrested by the Sri Lanka Customs at the Bandaranaike International Airport today.

Cabinet approves relief for low-income depositors affected by withholding tax

The Cabinet has approved a proposal to provide relief to low-income individuals affected by the recent increase in the withholding tax rate from 5% to 10%, introduced under the Inland Revenue (Amendment) Act No. 2 of 2025, effective from April 1, 2025.

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Bribery Commission files case against former Minister Chandrani Bandara

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has filed an indictment against former Minister Chandrani Bandara before the Colombo High Court over alleged irregular appointments made in 2019.

Deputy Defence Minister visits Ranaviru Sevana

Mumbai Indians signs Charith Asalanka

Mumbai Indians (MI) have signed three overseas replacement players, including Charith Asalanka, for the ongoing 2025 season, it was confirmed by the Indian Premier League (IPL) on Tuesday. The Hardik pandya-led MI have signed Jonny Bairstow, Richard Gleeson and Charith Asalanka as replacements for Will Jacks, Ryan Rickelton and Corbin Bosch.

Police identify 52 areas with highest crime rate: Public Security Minister

The Sri Lanka Police have identified 52 police areas countrywide with the highest crime rate, Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala said in Parliament today.

Keheliya further remanded: His son named suspect in Rs. 8M misuse case

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella’s son Ramith Rambukwella has been named as a suspect in the allegations of misappropriating approximately Rs. 8 million from Ministry funds to pay salaries and maintain staff, despite these individuals not rendering any official services.

Young British woman held on drug charges in Sri Lanka could be linked to Culley case

Within a day of Bella May Culley being arrested at a Georgian airport for allegedly trying to smuggle 14kg of cannabis, the same fate met another Briton 3,000 miles away.

Train services restored after elephant collision on Batticaloa line

Train services on the Batticaloa line were temporarily disrupted last night after a wild elephant was fatally struck by a passenger train travelling from Colombo to Batticaloa.

Harini receives death threats via email: Minister

An investigation has already begun over a death threat on Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya via gmail, Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala told Parliament today.

Intelligence services reveal SLPP, UNP, SJB politicians maintain direct links with underworld: Minister

Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala said intelligence services have uncovered direct political links with underworld activities and the names of such politicians will be presented in Parliament after police investigations.

School bus driver arrested for drunk driving with children onboard

The Katupotha Police arrested the driver of a ‘Sisuseriya’ school bus for driving under the influence of alcohol while transporting a group of children.

Code of Criminal Procedure Amendment in accordance with Constitution: SC informs Speaker

The Supreme Court has held that the Code of Criminal Procedure Bill is accordance with the Constitution, Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne informed Parliament today.

Sri Lanka battles gun violence, road accidents, drug trafficking

Sri Lanka is witnessing a troubling spike in both gun violence and road fatalities, with over 1,000 deaths on the roads and dozens killed in 46 shooting incidents so far this year.

World Test Championship Final: All You Need to Know

The Ultimate Test nears closer as the two best teams, South Africa and Australia, do battle for the World Test Championship mace from 11 June.

Another foreign loan project gathering dust in SL

The Oluvil Port, another loan project implemented in the Eastern Province of Sri Lanka, has now turned out to be another white elephant remaining idle for a dozen years, and the current government is now at a loss to determine ways to make it economically viable somehow, the Daily Mirror learns.

CSE opens week on positive note driven by Investor optimism

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) commenced the week on a positive note, extending its upward momentum amid sustained investor confidence. The market surge was primarily driven by the continued optimism among investors, supported by a gradual easing of global uncertainties.

India is not a dharamshala to entertain refugees: India’s SC tells Sri Lankan man

India is not a dharamshala (free shelter) that can entertain refugees from all over the world, the Indian Supreme Court said today, refusing a Sri Lankan national’s plea for refuge.

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Will reveal those behind plot against Deshabandu: Counsel

Sanjeewa Weerawickrama, counsel for IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon, informed the committee of inquiry probing the charges against his client that he would reveal who is behind the exercise against him.

Over 12,000 tri-forces personnel promoted in line with War Heroes Commemoration Day

Promotions have been granted to 217 officers and 12,217 other ranks across the tri-forces in recognition of the 16th National War Heroes Commemoration Day with the approval of Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Underage siblings suffer grave sexual abuse

A ten-year-old boy and his eight-year-old sister in the Kosgoda Police area have been subject to grave sexual abuse by three men.

41 weapons seized over 46 shootings this year: Police

Some 41 weapons including 14 T-56 rifles have been taken into police custody so far this year in connection with 46 shootings incidents reported in the country for the last five months, Police Spokesman SSP Buddhika Manatunga said today.

Racism raising its ugly head again in North, South for the sake of power: President

Racism has begun to raise its ugly head again in the North and the South for the sake of power, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today.

80th CISM General Assembly kicks off

President attends War Heroes Commemoration

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is attending the 16th National War Heroes Commemoration Ceremony which is being held at the Battaramulla War Memorial.

Thalangama wetlands saved from elevated highway project

The authorities representing the Road Development Authority (RDA) today informed the Court of Appeal that the proposed four-lane elevated highway will not be constructed through the Thalangama Wetlands.