The Animal Welfare Coalition (AWC) has raised concerns over the Health Ministry’s approach to controlling the spread of rabies in the country, alleging that the Ministry is steering the government towards culling dogs instead of entrusting the Depa

Additional Solicitor General (ASG) Dileepa Peeris revealed that interdicted Prison Commissioner General Thushara Upuldeniya had fabricated an official document to falsely claim that 37 inmates had received Presidential pardons, despite only 36 names

The Civil Intelligence Front today (11) accused the incumbent government of approving a European tour for two Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) chiefs, who are alleged to have caused a loss of Rs. 220 million to the government.

The Supreme Court today granted leave to proceed with a Fundamental Rights petition filed by Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) and its chairman, challenging the 2024 Procurement Guidelines and Manual issued by the National Procurement Commi

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who is currently on an official visit to the Federal Republic of Germany, was warmly received today (11) by German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, the President’s Media Division (PMD) announced.

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) continued its upward momentum, surpassing the 17,500 mark on the All Share Price Index (ASPI). The ASPI closed at 17,657.60, recording a gain of 157.36 points, or 0.90%.

Health authorities in Sri Lanka are grappling with a significant rise in Leptospirosis, commonly known as rat fever, the Health Promotion Breau said.

US President Donald Trump has said a deal with China ’’is done’’ after two days of talks between top officials in London.

OIC Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) Anselm de Silva said today that he and the others who went to look into the Weligama incident in 2023 were misled by senior police officers.

The report of the committee appointed to investigate into the fatal road accident in the Garadiella area of the Kotmale Police Division on May 11, was officially handed over today.

The Sri Lanka Customs today seized 1,612 cartons of cigarettes and 10 one litfe bottles of whisky concealed inside 26 packages declared as household furniture and personal goods at the Ceylon Shipping Lines UPB warehouse in Dematagoda.

Train services on the Upcountry Line have been limited to Peradeniya Railway Station until further notice due to the sudden appearance of a sinkhole between Peradeniya and Kandy, the Railways Department said.

Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali today ordered the remand of a woman who had worked as a housemaid for former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, until June 17, in connection with a case involving the misuse of public funds through fraudulent appo

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe left the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) a short while ago.

Billionaire businessman Elon Musk said on Wednesday he regretted some of the posts he made last week about U.S. President Donald Trump as they had gone ’’too far’’.

Kaduwela Mayor Ranjan Jayalal has alleged that his recent fall at a public event was not accidental but part of a conspiracy targeting the National People’s Power (NPP).

Thushara Upuldeniya, the Commissioner General of Prisons, was ordered to be further remanded till June 25 by Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali.

The Court of Appeal today issued an interim order staying the Commissioner General of Election from naming the women members for the seats obtained by the Samagi Jana Balawagaya (SJB) on the basis of proportional representation at the Galnewa Pradesh

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe arrived at the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) a short while ago.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake who departed the country for an official visit to Germany, arrived this morning (11) at Berlin Brandenburg International Airport.

A retired engineer and his wife in Bengaluru lost Rs 4.79 crore to cyber fraudsters, who placed them under ’’digital arrest’’ over their alleged involvement in a money laundering case and non-payment of credit card bills.

The Anuradhapura Magistrate’s Court today ordered the further remand of the Superintendent of Anuradhapura Prison, who was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in connection with the unlawful release of an inmate under the presid

Sri Lanka and Australia are set to enhance their law enforcement partnership through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Australian Federal Police and the Sri Lanka Police, aimed at combating international crime and strengthening poli

Following a comprehensive review and public consultations on a proposed 18.3% electricity tariff hike by the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has decided to limit the increase to 15%. The revised ta

The Cabinet has approved the payment of 50% of the salary of Commissioner General of Prisons Thushara Upuldeniya, who is currently under remand custody, for the duration of his suspension.

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to amend key legislation to ban physical punishments causing physical injuries across all sectors in Sri Lanka.

The government has approved the selection of a new consultancy firm to prepare the master plan for Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), following the cancellation of a previous contract due to procedural non-compliance.

National People’s Power (NPP) member Sagaradheera Vishva Vikrama was elected as the Mayor of the Bandarawela Municipal Council today securing eight votes in the council election.

Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK) has taken control of the Batticaloa Municipal Council, with Sivam Pakkiyanathan elected as Mayor today in a vote backed by Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) councillors.

Police said today that any threats to the safety of foreign nationals on the island will be evaluated, and appropriate security measures will be implemented accordingly.