Opposition MP alleges Govt. Minister evaded stamp duty on property deal

An Opposition MP yesterday accused a government minister of purchasing two properties in Anuradhapura without paying the required stamp duty.

Following alleged deaths threats “Neurosurgeon’s daughter has voluntarily given statement to police in Sinhala”: Bribery Commission

The daughter of the remanded specialist neurosurgeon Dr. Maheshi Wijerathna had voluntarily gone to the Kurunduwatta Police and given a statement in Sinhala, without having been summoned, following alleged death

The govt. will have to subject itself to a probe to find truth over Easter Sunday attacks: Prez

The government will have to subject itself to a probe (Rajayata Rajayama Parikshanayakata Bajanaya karanna wenawa) to uncover the truth behind Easter Sunday attacks, and it is a challenging task, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said yesterday.

Actor Gagan Malik visits Aluvihare

Popular Indian film actor Gagan Malik who played the main role in the Sinhala movie Siddhartha Gautama visited Matale Aluvihare and attended religious observances.

Doctor Maheshi’s daughter remanded

The daughter of Dr. Maheshi Surasinghe Wijeratne was ordered to be remanded until July 9 on charges of issuing death threats to the Assistant Director and an investigating officer of the Bribery Commission. The suspect is 21-year-old Hemali Anithra Wijeratne.

Right to Information laws are crucial for combating corruption: CA

In another judgement broadening the scope of the applicability of the Right to Information Act, the Court of Appeal recently held that in the modern era, the Right to Information laws are crucial for combating corruption by increasing transparency and accountability within public institutions.

Rendering Unto Caesar: One man’s tenure under nine leaders ends

Deshamanya Bradman Weerakoon, a veteran Sri Lankan civil servant who has made an exceptional record of being the Secretary to nine Sri Lankan leaders passed away yesterday at the age of 94, family sources confirmed.

Tusker Bhathiya critical

A team of wildlife conservators grappling to save the life of the tusker in Maho wildlife zone popularly known as “Bhathiya” said the jumbo was in a precarious condition.

Supreme Court informed of possible settlement in KDU MBBS admission petition

The Supreme Court was informed by the parties that the Fundamental Rights petition filed challenging the decision not to admit local students to the MBBS degree programme at the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU) may be settled, as the university has now opened admissions to local students.

Presidential Secretariat declines to disclose names of media division officials under RTI

The Presidential Secretariat has informed social activist Anuruddha Bandara that the names of officials attached to the Presidential Media Division cannot be disclosed.

CID probes Eastern Province crimes: Ex-Councillor ‘Iniya Barathi’ among two arrested

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is conducting extensive investigations into a series of killings, kidnappings, disappearances, torture chambers, and extortion activities that took place in Sri Lanka’s Eastern Province between 2005 and 2008.

MP publishes pay sheet on his FB account and reveals all perks of MPs

Opposition MP Jagath Vithana has published his pay sheet on Facebook and has thus become the only MP to do so.

Do not collect money from school children

Southern Province Governor Bandula Harishandra has warned principals and teachers of strict disciplinary action for collecting money from school children.

Container clearance drama : Seven top businessmen have benefited : FLSP

Seven businessmen who own 65 importing companies have benefited from the illegal release of 309 containers which were released without proper security checking, The Frontline Socialist Party (FLSP) said yesterday.

Drug shortage to ease in three months; but damage already done

The ongoing drug shortage crisis is expected to ease within the next three months, senior health sector sources told the Daily Mirror, attributing the turnaround to urgent corrective measures taken by the current administration.

Unauthorized constructions to be demolished along the southern coast

The Department of Coast Conservation has taken steps to remove all unauthorized structures along the coastal belt from Bentota bridge to Goviyapana bridge in Ahangama. Deputy Director of the Coast Conservation Department T.L.C.Vinod said 768 unauthorized erections on the coastal belt in the Galle district from Bentota Bridge to Goviyapana Bridge had been identified.

Cabinet appointed committee recommends intake of local students for MBBS at KDU

A cabinet appointed committee which was appointed by the government to look into the issue of local student intake for the medical degree offered by Kotelawala Defense University (KDU) has recommended limited intake of local civil students for the course.

Eradication of corruption, good governance a prerequisite for restoring confidence for investments – Japanese Ambassador

Japanese Ambassador Akio Isomata stressed that the eradication of corruption and good governance is a prerequisite for restoring confidence of both public and private entities, including those of Japan, in making investments in Sri

Pada Yatra pilgrimage through Kumana National Park concludes

Pada Yatra journey on foot to attend Kataragama Maha Devala festival ended yesterday with the closure of the main entrance in Kumana National Park.

Further investigation needed into release of red-labelled containers: Opposition MP

Opposition MP Mujibur Rahman has called for deeper investigations into the controversial release of 309 red-labelled containers, asserting that critical questions remain unanswered.

14th AGM of Retired Railway Security Officers on July 12

The 14th Annual General Meeting of the Retired Railway Security Officers will be held on Saturday, July 12, at 9:30 a.m. at the Ketumathi Function Hall, Alawwa. The current Chairman, Mr. Vipula Wakwella, informs the officers who are

Sigiriya stone stairway fast worn out: Minister

Claiming that several aspects need to be focused on with regard to the Sigiriya archaeological site, Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Minister Hiniduma Sunil Senevi yesterday said that the stone stairway in Sigiriya has fast worn out.

Legendary elephant ‘Kadol’s tusks displayed at Kataragama Perahera

The tusks of ‘Kadol’, the legendary elephant that supported King Dutugemunu in his battle against King Elara, have been brought out for public display in conjunction with the sixth day procession (Perahera) of the historic Ruhunu Kataragama Maha Devalaya. The tusks will remain on display until the Perahera concludes on the 2nd.

Excise Chief slams SLLLA for organizing unlawful tax awareness workshop

The Chief of Excise yesterday slammed the Sri Lanka Liquor Licensee’s Association for organizing an unlawful awareness programme for its members in line with the National Tax Week ‘Badu Shakthi’, saying a leading liquor company that sponsored the event had promoted its brands instead.

UK voices deep concern over Chemmani mass grave

The UK Government has expressed deep concern over the recent discovery of a mass grave in Chemmani, Sri Lanka, and is urging for accountability in connection with past human rights violations in the country.

Opposition parties to extend joint effort to secure provincial councils

A senior opposition figure announced yesterday that all opposition parties are preparing to launch a joint effort to secure control of the provincial councils, while also calling on the government to hold long-delayed elections without further postponement.

Youth files FR Petition over unlawful arrest and detention linked to ‘Teacher Amma’ assault allegation

The young man allegedly assaulted by Hayeshika Fernando, also known as ‘Teacher Amma’, a well-known tutor who conducts classes for Grade 5 students, has filed a Fundamental Rights petition before the Supreme Court, challenging his unlawful arrest and detention by the Katana Police over an alleged sexual harassment complaint.

Bypass patients compelled to bring drugs worth over Rs. 100,000 from outside

Patients seeking life-saving procedures such as bypass surgeries at the Colombo National Hospital are compelled to bring surgical and pharmaceutical items from outside, costing over Rs. 100,000 due to a severe shortage of critical drugs and surgical supplies, a top hospital source revealed. The source, speaking on condition of anonymity told Daily Mirror that the ongoing crisis has placed the lives of thousands in jeopardy.

No-show parcel collectors lead Rs.60Mn worth narcotics to pile up at Colombo Cargo Express

A hoard of dangerous drugs worth over millions of rupees sent through special express mail courier services from countries in the west has been piling up at the Colombo Cargo Express since early 2024, owing to the ‘no-show’ parcel collectors who have abandoned their goods, Sri Lanka Customs said yesterday.

Private sector employees stage protest

The Private Sector Employees’ Centre and the Workers’ Struggle Centre staged a protest in front of the Ministry of Labour in Narahenpita on July 2, 2025,