High Court to hear Chandrani Bandara’s corruption case again

The Colombo High Court today ordered that the corruption case against former Minister Chandrani Bandara be taken up again on September 23.

Special project to resolve missing persons cases by 2027

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a special project to accelerate investigations into complaints of missing and disappeared persons.

Cabinet approves procurement of immunoglobulin vials

The Cabinet has approved the procurement of 120,000 vials of Human Immunoglobulin BP (5–6 grams) for intravenous use, required for the treatment of patients with immunity deficiencies.

Former National Lotteries Board Director further remanded

Former National Lotteries Board Director Thusitha Halloluwa, who was arrested in connection with an assault and shooting incident targeting his own vehicle, was ordered to be further remanded until September 18 by Colombo Additional Magistrate Lahiru Silva today.

Doctors call off strike at Ratnapura Hospital

The three-day strike launched by doctors at the Ratnapura Teaching Hospital was called off at noon today (04), the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) said.

Sajith not summoned by CID: SJB MP

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has not been summoned by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), according to Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Harshana Rajakaruna.

Shashindra Rajapaksa moves High Court after Magistrate refuses bail

Former Minister Shashindra Rajapaksa, who is currently in remand custody over charges under the Public Property Act, has filed a bail application before the Colombo High Court.

Colombo High Court rejects medical, media excuses in public property misuse case

The Colombo High Court today rejected a request by President’s Counsel Sanjeewa Rajaratnam, appearing for former Minister Nalin Fernando, that his client be allowed to appear only after the commencement of trial due to adverse media publicity.

Kurunduwatta Police reopens renovated building

Ratnapura hospital director transferred amidst protest

Director of the Ratnapura Teaching Hospital, Dr. Imesh Prathapasinghe, has been transferred following allegations of authoritarian conduct, which triggered a two-day strike by doctors at the hospital.

Cabinet cancels housing concessions for MPs

The Cabinet has approved to abolish the concessional payment scheme granted to former Members of Parliament (MPs) for the purchase of houses from the Viyathpura Housing Complex.

Rising cases of child abuse and pregnancies reported: NCPA

The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) has reported a sharp rise in child abuse cases during the first seven months of this year.

Government postpones VAT implementation on electronic services

The Cabinet approval has been granted to postpone the implementation of Value Added Tax (VAT) on services provided by non-resident persons through electronic platforms to Sri Lankan consumers.

Appeal Court dismisses Midigama Ruwan’s petition against STF in Boossa Prison

A writ petition filed by Ruwan Kumara, also known as Midigama Ruwan, an alleged leading figure in the underworld, seeking the removal of the Police Special Task Force (STF) personnel from the Boossa Prison, was dismissed today by the Court of Appeal.

Cabinet nod to close 33 state enterprises

The Cabinet has approved the closure and liquidation of 33 non-operational government enterprises.

School admission circulars cancelled

The Cabinet has granted approval to cancel all existing circulars related to the admission of students from Grade 2 to Grade 11 in government schools, with the exception of Grades 5 and 6.

Over 51,900 pass scholarship exam; top score 198

The Department of Examinations said that 51,969 students, representing 17.11% of candidates, have passed the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination.

Govt. considers handing over Mahinda Rajapaksa’s official residence to CID

The government is considering handing over the official residence on Wijerama Road, Colombo, currently occupied by former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).

Lady doctor arrested for driving luxury car with fake number plates

The Kandy Divisional Crimes Investigation Bureau arrested a lady doctor who was driving a luxury car with fake number plates.

Visa failure forces SL Karate team’s return from BIA empty-handed

Thirty-one competitors representing the Sri Lanka Karate Federation were forced to return home empty-handed on September 2 after failing to obtain visas to attend the 23rd Asian Cadet, Junior and Under-21 Championships in Shaoguan, China, scheduled from September 5–7.

Lisbon in shock after funicular crash leaves 15 dead

Portugal is in shock after 15 people lost their lives in the derailment of the 140-year-old Gloria funicular, a major tourist attraction in the capital Lisbon.

U.S. trade team to visit SL for talks on tariff implementation

A team from the Office of the United States Trade Representative will be in Sri Lanka by the middle of this month to assist the government authorities in working out modalities for the implementation of reciprocal tariffs, Daily Mirror learns.

Trump appeals to US Supreme Court to rule on legality of tariffs

President Donald Trump has asked the US Supreme Court to overturn a lower court decision that found many of his sweeping tariffs were illegal.

Bribery and corruption cases flood commission in 2025

Over 1,000 bribery complaints, including allegations against several high-profile politicians, remain under investigation, according to the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).

CEB workers launch work-to-rule campaign tonight against restructuring

All electricity workers, including engineers, have decided to launch a work-to-rule campaign from tonight in protest against the restructuring of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), which they claim is not in line with the provisions of the Electricity Amendment Act.

Govt. pushes ahead with new Tourism Act despite industry concerns

Sri Lanka’s government is moving forward with plans for a new Tourism Act to overhaul the sector’s administrative framework, despite concerns from some private sector stakeholders over potential bureaucratic hurdles.

Grade 5 scholarship exam 2025 results released

The Department of Examinations has released the results of the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination.

New measures to reduce device prices and regulate second-hand electronics

Sri Lanka is planning a multi-pronged strategy to address the high cost of digital devices by exploring the targeted subsidies and affordable payment schemes, while simultaneously moving to formalise the second-hand market through a new registration process, aimed at curtailing the informal “grey market”.

Namal warns government of consequences for ignoring people’s issues

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa today said that the current government is repeating the same mistakes of the previous administration and warned that the “universe will deliver the maximum punishment” if people’s grievances are ignored.

Skeletal remains found in abandoned house at Naiwala

A bag containing four human skulls and skeltal remains had been found by the Veyangoda police from the garage of an abandoned house in the Naiwala area.