Police to introduce body-worn cameras for all traffic officers

In a bid to promote accountability on the roads, the Sri Lanka Police will soon begin issuing body-worn cameras to all traffic officers to improve transparency and reduce misconduct during public interactions.

Sri Lanka seeks to opt out of vote on UNHRC resolution

Sri Lanka has decided not to seek a vote when the core group of countries led by the United Kingdom (UK) presents its proposed resolution to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) later this month, seeking a mechanism to pursue accountability, human rights issues here, Daily Mirror learns.

Nepal lifts social media ban after 19 killed in protests

Nepal has lifted a social media ban after it led to clashes between protesters and police that have left at least 19 people dead.

Private security officer remanded over alleged video recording of Chief Justice’s vehicle

A private security officer, accused of allegedly video recording the vehicle carrying Chief Justice Preethi Padman Surasena, was ordered to be remanded till September 10 by Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama today.

Villagers mistake nighttime traveller, assaults him and releases video to social media

An individual travelling from Colombo to Welimada who fell asleep in the bus had missed the destination and alighted from the bus at an unknown area, only to be severely assaulted by the villagers who mistook him for a robber. Having seen the video footage of him being assaulted released to social media, he had committed suicide.

Raw materials for narcotics production cleared by Customs despite foreign intelligence warning: Sajith

While alleging that two containers comprising raw material used to produce narcotic drugs have been cleared despite prior warnings by foreign intelligence units, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today urged the government to reveal how they have reached the producers.

Three arrested over Middeniya double murder

Three suspects were arrested this morning in connection with the incident where two youths were shot dead in Thorakolayaya, Middeniya in June this year.

Driver negligence caused Ella-Wellawaya bus accident: Senior DIG

The fatal bus accident on the Ella-Wellawaya road was caused by the negligence of the driver, Senior DIG of Traffic Administration and Road Safety, Indika Hapugoda said.

University girl harassed on bus, suspect brought before court

The Cinnamon Gardens police arrested a person and produced him before court over allegations of harassing a university girl in a passenger bus while seated behind her.

Appeals for grade 5 scholarship exam re-scrutiny open tomorrow

The process for submitting appeals for the re-scrutiny of the 2024 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination results will commence tomorrow (9), the Department of Examinations said.

Government has ended culture of political favoritism: Bimal Rathnayake

Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation Minister Bimal Rathnayake said the government has ended the culture of political favoritism, stressing that everyone is subject to the people’s mandate and no one is above it.

Watch Namal’s reactions closely when responding: Namal Karunaratne

Agriculture and Livestock Deputy Minister Namal Karunaratne called on the public to closely observe the facial reactions of MP Namal Rajapaksa when responding to questions.

Majestic Ceylon Elephant Photo Exhibition

CSE retreats after early gains amid volatility

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) experienced another volatile session today, with the ASPI declining 86.15 points, or 0.41%, to close at 20,905.83. The market opened with optimism, surging over 140 points, but gradually retraced to end in negative territory.

Politicians panicking during criminal arrest reveals underworld drug links: Minister

Looking at the politicians who panicked during the arrest of notorious organised criminal Mandinu Padmasiri, alias ‘Kehelbaddara Padme,’ and his associates, shows the connections between drugs and the underworld, Mass Media and Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said.

Sri Lanka opposed to any external mechanism: Sri Lanka tells UNHRC

Sri Lanka is opposed to any external mechanism imposed on Sri Lanka such as the Sri Lanka Accountability Project which serves to create divisions and complicate the national reconciliation process underway in Sri Lanka, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath said.

SC to hear petition on state’s inaction over climate change

The Supreme Court has granted leave to proceed with a Fundamental Rights petition filed challenging the state’s failure to adopt and implement adequate measures to mitigate the adverse impacts of climate change.

CTU urges authorities to ensure safety of school transport vehicles

The Ceylon Teachers’ Union (CTU) has called on authorities to take immediate action to ensure the safety of vehicles used for transporting school children, citing concerns over their poor condition.

Nepal protests against social media ban, 14 die during violent clashes

The army was deployed in the Himalayan city after agitators reportedly broke curfew restrictions and entered restricted zones near Parliament.

Candlelight vigil planned to protest electricity tariff hike

The Electricity Users Association will stage a candlelight vigil on September 10 at 6 p.m., urging authorities to reduce electricity tariffs, Secretary Sanjeewa Dhammika announced.

Prasanna Ranaweera further remanded

Former State Minister Prasanna Ranaweera, who is currently in remand custody, was ordered to be further remanded until September 22 by Mahara No. 01 Chief Magistrate Janitha Perera today.

Wealthy ancient Roman’s tomb discovered in Albania

Archaeologists in Albania have discovered a large Roman burial chamber dating from the third to fourth century AD, the first of its kind found in the Balkan country that was once part of the Roman Empire.

India, Israel ink iandmark bilateral investment agreement

Israel has become the first OECD member state to sign an investment pact under India’s new model treaty framework. The BIA replaces the earlier investment treaty signed in 1996, which was terminated in 2017 as part of India’s policy overhaul on such agreements.

Medical camp to mark Police Day

Matale hospital faces security risks from unauthorized entrances

Several unauthorized entrances to the Matale General Hospital are raising serious security concerns and putting the safety of patients and staff at risk, Hospital Director Dr. Susantha Fernando said.

Heavy rains flood houses in Bogawanthalawa

Heavy rains lashed the Bogawanthalawa area, an upper catchment of the Castlereagh Reservoir, this afternoon, causing flooding in several parts of the region.

Nilanga Dela appointed acting Diyawadana Nilame of Sri Dalada Maligawa

Nilanga Dela, the former Diyawadana Nilame of the Sri Dalada Maligawa, Kandy has been appointed to act in the post for three months by the Commissioner of Buddhist Affairs on the recommendation of the Mahanayake Theras of the Malwatta and Asgiriya Chapters.

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Over dozen wounded in Jerusalem terror shooting; five seriously injured

Over a dozen people were injured, including five who sustained serious wounds, in a terrorist shooting attack in the northern Jerusalem neighborhood of Ramot on Monday morning.

Nimal Lanza granted bail

Former Parliamentarian Nimal Lanza was granted bail by the Negombo High Court today.