An arrest warrant has been issued against former Agriculture Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage in connection with the ongoing investigation into the importation of Chinese fertilizer.

The recently signed free trade agreement between India and the United Kingdom on May 6 has raised fresh economic concerns for Sri Lanka, particularly at a time when the country is already grappling with hefty US-imposed tariffs, says Ratata Hetak Soc

The Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Union announced today that it will commence immediate trade union action within the next 24 hours, citing the government’s continued failure to address several longstanding issues.

The Wildlife Conservation Department has identified 142 railway stations across the country where wild elephants are known to roam, raising concerns over the ongoing human-elephant conflict.

The Ministry of Health has responded to a recent article published by the Daily Mirror regarding the availability of Chickenpox vaccines.

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed the session on a positive note, continuing its upward momentum amid renewed investor confidence. The surge was driven by improved sentiment and strong quarterly earnings, with the banking sector leading the gai

Claiming that members of various local bodies have agreed to support chairpersons of the National People’s Power (NPP), Minister Bimal Ratnayake said today that the NPP’s Vraie Cally Balthazaar is sure to become the Mayoress of the Colombo Munici

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has filed indictments against former Minister Lakshman Yapa Abeywardena and former Director General of the Board of Investment (BOI), Jayanta Edirisinghe, over the alleged mi

Sri Lankan artist Hector Dias’s track ’’Meenachchi’’ is now offering an immersive Dolby Atmos experience on Apple Music, a development hailed by its collaborators as a ’’first for Sri Lanka’’ in providing such content on the platfor

The Sri Lankan Buddhist Lawyers’ Association has extended its warmest congratulations to the newly appointed 51st Chief Justice of India, Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai, hailing his elevation as a historic and deeply inspiring moment for the Buddhist com

Amanté, a leading intimate wear brand, will be the official main sponsor for Miss Universe Sri Lanka 2025. This collaboration highlights a mutual dedication to the empowerment of Sri Lankan women and aims to strengthen the country’s global presenc

The government will not accept sending of migrant workers to places in Palestine which are held by Israel, Minister Bimal Ratnayake said.

Cristiano Ronaldo has topped the Forbes list of highest-paid athletes for the third consecutive year, while NBA star Stephen Curry has moved up to second.

Suspended Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon is scheduled to appear before the committee of inquiry investigating into allegations of misconduct and serious abuse of office against him on Monday at 2:00 p.m.

The Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court a short while ago rejected the request made by the Bribery Commission to cancel the bail granted to Badulla District Parliamentarian Chamara Sampath Dassanayake and to have him remanded again in connection with

Colombo High Court Judge Aditya Patabendi today sentenced three accused to death for the possession and trafficking of over 179 kilograms of heroin.

There have been approaches made by certain JVP stalwart Minister friends seeking the support of the Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) members to form NPP administrations in certain LG councils, party leader Mano Ganesan said today.

Legal action have been taken against eleven bus drivers of long distance buses operating from Hatton for running the buses hazardously and with shortcomings.

Indian Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) investigators have arrested city-based luxury car dealership proprietor Basharat Ahmed Khan in connection with a 25 crore customs duty evasion case.

Due to a shortage of vehicle number plates, the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) has announced that the issuing of number plates has been suspended from April 28, DMT Commissioner General Kamal Amarasinghe said.

The Tangalle High Court today acquitted Ojith Liyanapathirana, the co-organiser for the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) in Beliatta, who had been indicted for the possession of a T56 automatic firearm and 24 rounds of live ammunition on or around Octobe

Covid cases are spiking across Southeast Asia, especially in Hong Kong and Singapore.

The Bribery Commission today requested the Colombo Chief Magistrate to cancel the bail granted to Badulla District Parliamentarian Chamara Sampath Dassanayake and to have him remanded again in connection with financial irregularities he allegedly com

Spectators could fly through the Los Angeles skies and escape the city’s notorious traffic during the 2028 Olympic Games if the organisers have their way.

Two businessmen transporting gold worth Rs. 210 million, hidden among vehicle spare parts, were arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA).

The Coconut Cultivation Board (CCB) announced that attention has been focused on taking over and developing 500,000 acres of coconut cultivation land that is currently uncultivated.

Sri Lanka Athletics (SLA) has named two international level athletes, Sumedha Ranasinghe and Nadeeka Lekamge as the Men’s and Women’s Captain for the 26th Asian Senior Athletic Championship 2025.

Sri Lanka’s tourism sector showed improved growth in tourist arrivals in the first 13 days of May 2025, with an expansion of 21.53 percent year-on-year (YoY) compared to the same period in 2024.

Sri Lanka has formalised a series of debt restructuring deals with the Export-Import Bank of India, covering credit lines and buyer’s credit facilities worth approximately US$ 930.8 million, the Finance Ministry said

Sinopec, the leading Chinese petroleum company that has sought to invest in Sri Lanka, is facing obstacles in pressing ahead with implementation, a leading Chinese scholar who is presently in Sri Lanka told Daily Mirror yesterday.