Japan supports road construction in Kotiyagala village to improve accessibility

On March 25, during his official trip to Uva Province, Mr. Akio ISOMATA, Ambassador of Japan, attended the handover ceremony of a 2.5 km-long public road in Kotiyagala village, Monaragala District.

SL faces looming crisis over solar panels and battery waste, warns CECB

The Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau (CECB) has raised alarms over a potential environmental crisis within the next 25 years, warning that solar panels, hybrid vehicle batteries, and other electronic components could become a major issue due to lack of a proper disposal and recycling plans.

Saudi Ambassador Khalid bin Hamoud Al-kahtani extends Eid al-Fitr greetings

In the Name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.

GCE Ordinary Level examination paper marking to begin on April 1

Marking of answer papers of the 2024 (2025) G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) examination will commence on April 1, Department of Examinations said yesterday.

The “Jeevadhara” Blood Donation Camp on April 2

The Jeevadhara Blood donation campaign organised by the 2022 batch of the Humanities Department at Aquinas College of Higher Studies, will take place on Wednesday, April 02, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. at the National Vocational Training Institute Auditorium, Narahempita.

Amarapura Sangha Sabha expresses condolences to people of Myanmar

While expressing its condolences the Amarapura Maha Sangha Sabha on the destruction caused to Myanmar, the General Secretary of the sect most venerable Balapitiye Siriseewali Thera in a letter addressed to the President of Myanmar Min Aung Hlaing and Most Venerable Bhaddanta Chandimabhivamsa Mahanayake Thera , expressed solidarity with the people of Myanmar and stated the Sangha Sabha is committed to extending assistance to those affected, furthe

Sixty years of Madhrasathun Noor and the rise of Maligawatte

Nearly 60 years ago, in May 1964, Madhrasathun Noor, a Quranic learning centre was founded in Maligawatte against the background of growing drug addiction and the spread of other vices, then prevalent in the area.

Doctors outraged over assault on consultant surgeon

A senior consultant Oral and Maxillofacial (OMF) surgeon at the General Hospital (Teaching) Kegalle was brutally assaulted within the hospital premises earlier yesterday, Daily Mirror learns.

CA to decide on Ex-Minister Ranaweera’s arrest prevention plea on April 28

The Court of Appeal has fixed April 28 to deliver its order on whether to proceed with the writ application filed by former Minister Prasanna Ranaweera, who is seeking an order to prevent his arrest in connection with the alleged

KMK Hosts annual Ifthar gathering

Kumpulan Melayu Kotikawatta: KMK (Kotikawatta Malay Association) held its Annual Ifthar on March 22 at the La Mirage Banquet Hall, Wellampitiya bringing together KMK members and esteemed invitees for a meaningful evening

Rooftop solar tariffs Solar Industry Association raises objection on proposed reduction

The Solar Industry Association (SIA) has raised concerns over the proposed reduction in tariffs on rooftop solar panels, also mentioning that the decision could impact the entire solar market, according to a letter sent by it to the Finance Ministry.

Colombo South International College hosts Iftar celebration

The Colombo South International College, Islamic Society celebrated its Iftar function on March 14, 2025, Friday at the College auditorium.

Two High Court Judges Recuse Themselves in Namal Rajapaksa’s Money Laundering Case

Colombo High Court Judge Manjula Tilakaratne and Judge Sanjeewa Nishshanka both recused themselves from hearing the case against Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa, who is accused of laundering Rs.70 million through the Krish transaction.

6.8 million TINs issued for easier access to government services

A total of 6.8 million Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TINs) have been issued so far for the citizens in the country, making it easier for them to obtain government services, Inland Revenue Commissioners Association President and Senior Commissioner M.A. Priyanka said.

Govt. MPs make 23 charges against Deshabandu

Ruling party MPs have come up with 23 charges against IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon in their motion to remove him from his office.

Colombo High Court acquits former ASP in Millennium City case

The Colombo High Court yesterday acquitted former Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Kulasiri Udugampola, who was indicted on 22 counts, including compromising national security and unlawfully detaining military intelligence officers High Court Judge Adithya Patabendige ruled that the prosecution had failed to prove the charges beyond a reasonable doubt.

Indian couple nabbed at BIA smuggling Rs.20Mn worth chocolate-coated ‘Kush’

A young Indian couple with their seven-year-old child trying to smuggle the Cannabis variety ‘Kush’ worth over Rs.20 million that has been coated in chocolate was arrested by Sri Lanka Customs at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) yesterday.

Saturn’s transit bodes well for Sri Lanka, an astrological perspective

The second House mainly deals with national wealth, status and relationships within the country and with its neighbours. It also rules financial stability, currency, and people’s financial status.

FMM asks Govt. to ensure accountability in proposed reforms to state media

The Free Media Movement (FMM) yesterday asked the government to ensure accountability in implementing proposed reforms to the three state media institutions and disclose it to the public if there are any.

Kelaniya University lecturer’s wife too succumbs to injuries

The death toll in the fatal accident at Meerigama on the Central Express Way on March 18, increased to three with the death of Senior Lecturer of Kelaniya University Dr. Gunendra Gayantha’s wife Sathisha Gayanta in the early hours of last morning at the Colombo National Hospital.

Two PCs from Welikada Police Arrested in Rs. 1.6 Million Robbery

Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali has ordered the detention of two police constables attached to the Welikada Police and two other suspects for 48 hours to facilitate further investigations into an abduction, assault, and robbery amounting to Rs. 1.6 million.

Independent Group challenges rejection of nomination

An independent group has filed a writ petition in the Court of Appeal, seeking to quash the returning officer’s decision to reject the nomination papers submitted for the Hanguranketha Pradeshiya Sabha and requesting an order for its re-acceptance.

MoUs on power grid interconnection, petroleum pipeline to be signed during Modi’s visit

Sri Lanka and India are poised to sign MoUs (Memorandum of Understanding) on two power grids connectivity and the establishment of a multi-product petroleum pipeline during India Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Sri Lanka, Daily Mirror learns.

Sri Lanka Tamil Women’s Union to honour distinguished women on Int’l Women’s Day

The Sri Lanka Tamil Women’s Union will celebrate International Women’s Day by honouring three distinguished women for their exceptional contributions on Saturday, 29th March 2025, at 9:30 AM.

Rise in foreigners driving three-wheelers spark accidents in SL

Sri Lanka Police said that there has been a noticeable increase in the trend of foreigners driving three-wheelers in Sri Lanka, accompanied by a rise in related fatal and other accidents in recent times.

St. John’s College Nugegoda OBA 48th AGM on Friday

The office bearers for the year 2025 will be appointed during this meeting and the OBA President with the Joint Secretaries have invited all the past pupils to take part in the event.

IIT Career Day sees two-fold increase in candidates

The Career Day at the Informatics Institute of Technology (IIT), a higher educational institution in Colombo, witnessed a significant surge in participation this year, with the number of job candidates nearly doubling.

Leading Academic Professor Gananath Obeyesekere passes away at 95

Professor Gananath Obeyesekere who passed away yesterday, was a distinguished academic. He was the former Head of Anthropology at Princeton University, USA.

Sri Lankan and US policies should be positive to create win-win situation for both countries: Mano

Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) Leader MP Mano Ganesan who had met US Ambassador in Sri Lanka Julie Chung said that policies of both countries should meet at a positive point for both countries

Speaker orders audit to determine expenditure of previous Parliament

Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne has ordered the Department of Finance and Supplies of Parliament to conduct an audit to determine how the House funds have been used during the past few years, an official said yesterday.