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Tourists flock to Arugam Bay

Japan boxing to hold emergency meeting following deaths

Japanese boxing officials will hold an emergency meeting on Tuesday as the sport in the country faces intense scrutiny following the deaths of two fighters in separate bouts at the same event.

‘Ella Weekend Express’ train service to begin on August 16

In a bid to boost tourism and improve long-distance travel convenience, the Railways Department announced the launch of a special weekend train service, the Ella Weekend Express, between Colombo and Badulla.

Hooliganism mucks rugby cradle

Schools rugby in the country was subjected to yet another disgraceful level this time at the culmination of the 2025 season as hooligan spectators flung chairs and smashed some of them in the direction of rival spectators.

NAHTTF raises alarm over human trafficking threats targeting Sri Lankans

The National Anti-Human Trafficking Task Force (NAHTTF) has issued an urgent public warning in light of alarming information on a new wave of human trafficking activities targeting Sri Lankan nationals.

Gentle giants roam freely

Sajith ready to form government with progressive MPs from NPP

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa is ready to form a new government together with progressive factions of the National People’s Power (NPP), Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Sujith Sanjaya Perera said today.

Auditor General’s report reveals 139 Education Ministry vehicles missing: Stalin

Ceylon Teachers Union (CTU) General Secretary Joseph Stalin today revealed findings from the 2024 Auditor General’s report, released in May 2025, which stated that 139 vehicles registered under the Education Ministry Secretary’s name are not in the possession of the Ministry.

CSE ends mixed as ASPI gains and S&P SL20 slightly eases

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed today’s trading session on a mixed note, continuing the trend seen in the previous session. The All Share Price Index (ASPI) surged nearly 112 points within the first half hour of trading but later eased from its intraday highs, ultimately closing with a gain of 96.45 points or 0.49% at 19,923.02.

Tourist driving licence plan risks local livelihoods: Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organizer MP Namal Rajapaksa has raised concerns over the government’s proposal to issue driving licences to tourists upon arrival, questioning how such a decision was reached without consulting all relevant stakeholders.

Nandana Gunathilake asks Govt not to expose MR to Tamil Diaspora threats

One time JVP Politburo member Nandana Gunathilake who defected from the party, said the JVP, which encouraged former President Mahinda Rajapaksa to resort to a military solution to the war, should not make him vulnerable to the threats of the Tamil Diaspora by curtailing his privileges.

Daily Mirror Brief: Daily News Recap, Top Headlines & Must-Read Stories - 11th August

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Sri Lanka rise to 4th in ICC Men’s ODI Rankings

Sri Lanka climbs to 4th in the latest ICC Men’s ODI Team Rankings with 103 rating points, overtaking Pakistan, after a series of dominant performances in their recent outings.

Tense situation in front of JVP head office

A tense situation has erupted in front of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna headquaters in Pelawatte due to a protest by a group of unemployed graduates.

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Health experts warn of rat fever risks during school holidays

Health experts are cautioning the public to keep their surroundings clean to reduce the risk of dengue and rat fever, especially during the rainy season.

Railway Department selling 6,000 tons of scrap metal outside tender process: Official alleges

An official from a major institution in the country has approached the Commission to Investigate Bribery or Corruption, alleging that the Railway Department is preparing to sell approximately 6,000 metric tons of scrap metal—including decommissioned railway carriages to two major iron companies outside the tender procedure.

Presidents’ Entitlements Bill challenged before Supreme Court

A Special Determination petition has been filed before the Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of the proposed Presidents’ Entitlements (Repeal) Bill which was presented in parliament aiming to repeal the Presidents’ Entitlements Act, No. 4 of 1986.

Ports trade union leader files complaint over Rs. 50 million Colombo port road system changes

Ports trade union leader Shyamal Sumanaratne today (11) filed a complaint with the Commission to Investigate Bribery or Corruption, alleging that the government is wasting over Rs. 50 million by altering the gate and access road system of Colombo Port’s Eastern Terminal.

Special emphasis on transforming local dairy production, livestock farming in upcoming budget: President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that the upcoming budget will place special emphasis on transforming local dairy production and livestock farming into fully-fledged industries.

Four wild elephants killed in A’pura alone

Around four elephants have been killed while two individuals trampled to death by wild elephants for the last three days in theAnurdhapura District, Wildlife Authorities said yesterday.

Sri Lanka, Ethiopia only countries where used vehicles sell above purchase price

Sri Lanka and Ethiopia are the only two countries where vehicles can be sold for more than their purchase price even after years of use, the Global Federation of Sri Lankan Business Councils (GFSLBC) General Secretary Sajeev Kshathriya Rajaputhra said.

Australia to recognise Palestinian state in September

Australia will recognise a Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly in September, following similar moves by the UK, France and Canada, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has said.

Railways deny losses despite images of empty compartments circulating online

Despite photos of empty railway compartments circulating on social media, the Sri Lanka Railways Department has denied incurring any losses from reserved seats.

Three injured after lorry crashes and catches fire on Southern Expressway

Three persons were injured when a lorry travelling from Kottawa collided with a security fence and caught fire on the Southern Expressway near the Kurundugahahethekma area.

ITAK alleges Army brutality, calls for hartal in North and East

The Illankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi has written to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, urging an urgent and impartial investigation into the death of 32-year-old Edirmanasingam Kabilraj, whose body was found in the Muttaiyankattu Tank Saturday morning.

Chichi’s rocket: Cabinet fails to maintain collective responsibility: Thalatha

The Cabinet of Ministers has failed to maintain its collective responsibility through its contrasting utterances on the investment on the SupremeSAT project, United National Party (UNP) General Secretary Thalatha Athukorala said today.

Three soldiers from Mutthiyankattu Army Camp remanded over alleged murder

A sergeant and two corporals attached to the 12 Sinha Regiment camp at Mutthiyankattu in the Mullaitivu Army Camp, who had been taken in connection with the death of a young man who called over at the Mutthiyankattu Army Camp to collect scrap iron, were produced before Mullaitivu Magistrate Dharmalingam Pradeepan and remanded till August 19.

Five Al Jazeera journalists killed in Israeli strike in Gaza

Five Al Jazeera journalists including prominent reporter Anas al-Sharif have been killed in an Israeli strike near Gaza City’s Al-Shifa Hospital, the broadcaster has said.