Harini to meet Chinese President Xi today, PM Li tomorrow

Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya who is on a visit to China will hold a bilateral meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping today and with her counterpart Li Qiang tomorrow.

No special requests, security arrangements for prisoners -JSC tells magistrates

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has issued a new circular instructing magistrates to refrain from making special orders regarding the detention or security arrangements of suspects and prisoners.

PM on female MPs: A record high in SL, but a regional low

Prime Minister Amarasuriya claimed that although female representation in Sri Lanka’s Parliament is higher than in previous parliaments, it remains one of the lowest in South Asia.

College of Oncologists raises concerns over cancer ‘miracle drug’

The Sri Lanka College of Oncologists (SLCO) has raised serious concerns over a “cancer cure” said to have been developed by a research team from the University of Colombo, warning that the product lacks credible scientific

Stolen bananas end up back in owner’s hands, at a price

The owner of the home garden is a farmer in the Hasalaka area whose main occupation is paddy cultivation. In addition, he cultivates coconut, banana, and vegetables to support his family of four children.

Government’s plan to transfer Police Commission powers to IGP backtracked: Opposition

The government’s plan to transfer powers from the National Police Commission to the Inspector General of Police (IGP) is being backtracked following objections raised in Parliament, several opposition MPs claimed yesterday.

Twelve districts identified as high risk for Leptospirosis: Nalinda

Twelve districts have been identified as high-risk areas for the spread of Leptospirosis in the country, Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said yesterday.

If we are not allowed to express ourselves, shut down parliament: MP Chamara Sampath

“If we are not allowed to express ourselves here, then it’s better to shut down this House,” Opposition MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake told Parliament yesterday, defending his right to speak after a complaint was lodged against

Suspect brings Malagasy women to Sri Lanka, allegedly forced into prostitution

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama yesterday ordered the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to submit a detailed report regarding allegations that women from Madagascar had been deceived and brought to Sri Lanka, where they were allegedly forced into prostitution.

Two children go missing

Two boys of Tennekumbura area in Kandy, both 13 years of age, have gone missing from home. The mother of one of the boys M. Indramani complained to police that her son K. Jagathis and another who was in the house Mohamed Milhan have gone missing since Wednesday evening.

Severe lack of investments among other issues for solar programmes: SLSEA

Sri Lanka is stuck with a severe lack of investments, including attracting foreign investments, difficulty in obtaining loans from local and global banks when pursuing solar programmes, Director General of Sri Lanka Sustainable Energy Authority (SLSEA) Harsha Wickramasinghe told the Daily Mirror.

IGP trophy cadet camp wraps up in Kalutara

The IGP Challenge Trophy National Cadet Camp, which began on October 4, will conclude with a vibrant closing ceremony today (10) at the Sri Lanka Police College at Aluvihara Sports Ground, Kalutara.

Digital eye strain on the rise among adults as screen time soars - experts

Health experts warn that cases of computer vision syndrome (CVS), also known as digital eye strain, are on the rise among adults aged 20 to 45. The increase is linked to more people working from home and studying online, a trend that expanded significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Difficult to Defeat UNHRC Resolutions Due to Content – Foreign Minister

Foreign Affairs Minister Vijitha Hearth told Parliament yesterday that it has become increasingly difficult to defeat resolutions brought against Sri Lanka at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) due to the nature of the resolutions and geopolitical dynamics within the Council.

Programme to mark World Mental Health Day at Rajagiriya

The Alliance National Mental Health Education Service Beneficiaries (ANMHESB) has organized a series of events to mark World Mental Health Day at the Bethany Church in Welikada, Rajagiriya today (October 10).

Ten percent of Sri Lankans suffer from mental illnesses: Ministry

Around 10% of Sri Lanka’s population is affected by various forms of mental illness, the Ministry of Health announced yesterday.

“Let’s TALK & Walk 2025” - A National Call to Break the Silence on Mental Health

The CCC Foundation, in collaboration with the 1333 Crisis Support Line, today announced “Let’s TALK &Walk 2025”, a national awareness and engagement initiative scheduled to take place on World Mental Health Day, October 10, 2025.

Businessmen who sold ‘Madana Modaka’ to schoolboys, arrested

Police conducting investigations of the recent assault on a teacher at a leading school in Monaragala area yesterday arrested two businessmen who sold the Aphrodisiac called “Madana Modaka” to the student involved in the incident. During the raid the police seized 8086 capsules of the illegal intoxicant.

Supreme Court to hear Shani’s FR petitions over arrest in 2021

The Supreme Court yesterday granted leave to proceed with three Fundamental Rights petitions filed challenging the arrest of former Director of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Shani Abeysekara and two other former CID officers in 2021.

New number plates to include seven safety features: Bimal

The new vehicle number plates will include seven safety features and six features have already been accredited by the Moratuwa University, Transport Minister Bimal Ratnayake said yesterday.

Seven students hospitalised after tasting chemical substance in science lab

Seven seventh-year students of Ratmalgahaela Junior College in Dambulla were hospitalised yesterday after tasting a chemical substance from the school laboratory, police said.

RTI appeal filed over refusal to disclose President’s domestic travel costs

A YouTuber who has consistently sought information relating to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s domestic travel costs has submitted an appeal to the Right to Information (RTI) Commission, challenging the decision of the

Supreme Court upholds death sentence for Julampitiye Amare

The Supreme Court yesterday upheld the death sentence imposed by the Tangalle High Court on Geeganage Gamage Amarasiri, alias ‘Julampitiye Amare,’ who was found guilty of killing two individuals and injuring another in

SL rejects UNHRC resolution, calls external evidence mechanism ‘unprecedented expansion’ of mandate

Sri Lanka on Monday has firmly rejected the draft resolution HRC 60/L.1/Rev.1 on the country adopted at the 60th Session of the UN Human Rights Council (UNHRC), describing the resolution’s reference to the 2022 external

Appointment of CIABOC members questioned in Parliament

Concerns over the legality of recent appointments to the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) were raised in Parliament yesterday, with an opposition MP accusing certain members of the

SJB-led opposition sweeps Director Board elections at Galagedara Cooperative Society

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) led opposition has recorded a clean sweep at the Galagedara Cooperative Society elections in Kandy, winning all seven positions on the Board of Directors.

Minister warns Postal Dept. to become self-sustaining or risk losing Treasury support

Warning that the Postal Department must become a self-sustaining institution, Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said the government may be compelled to reconsider maintaining it with Treasury funds if it

SJBers discuss electoral law reforms with officials of UN Electoral Needs Assessment Mission

Representatives of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) discussed electoral reforms with the United Nations Electoral Needs Assessment Mission, led by Michelle Griffin, Director of the mission.

Student drowns after jumping into swimming pool to retrieve cricket ball

A 17-year-old student drowned in a tragic accident at his school on Monday evening after jumping into the swimming pool to retrieve a cricket ball.

Bellanwila tusker ‘Manika’ passes away

Manika,’ the majestic tusker of Bellanwila Temple, passed away yesterday at the age of 76.