US envoy urges Sri Lanka to cut non-tariff barriers to boost trade

Sri Lanka should enhance trade facilitation and create a more conducive business environment by reducing non-tariff barriers, US Ambassador Julie Chung said.

Airport security guard with suspected underworld links arrested with weapons cache

A 45-year-old security guard employed at Bandaranaike International Airport, believed to have ties to underworld gangs, was arrested on Friday (15) after police discovered a large cache of weapons and ammunition at a house in

Mannar Wind power project: Govt. will reimburse only refundable deposits to Adani: Energy Minister

The government will reimburse only the refundable deposits placed by the Adani Group for the Mannar Wind Power project, Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody said yesterday.

Sri Lanka Navy struggles to meet modern maritime standards

As the Indian Ocean continues to grow in importance as a critical corridor for global trade, maritime security and geopolitical activity, Sri Lanka’s strategic location places it firmly within this dynamic maritime environment.

Programme launched to promote seat belt use on expressways

A programme aimed at sensitizing drivers and passengers on the enforcement and practical use of seat belts was held today at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) exit of the Colombo–Katunayake Expressway. The event was conducted under the patronage of Harsha Abeywickrama, Chairman of Airports and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Pvt.) Ltd.

Elderly man beaten to death over a stolen chocolate

A 67-year-old man with a fondness for chocolates was brutally assaulted to death in Peradeniya after allegedly stealing a small slab of chocolate from a shop. Police said two men carried out the fatal attack. The owner of the shop and one of his employees have been arrested in connection with the incident.

Three National Hospitals run without Directors

Three major national hospitals in Sri Lanka have been operating without permanent directors for more than six months, health sector sources said.

Leprosy in Moratuwa increasing

Several leprous patients have been reported from Egodauyana area in Moratuwa for the last six months much to the concern of the health authorities.

Govt. to lease out two Kalpitiya islands for tourism Protested before, accepted now

A tourism project first proposed under the 2010/2015 Mahinda Rajapaksa government in 2010 — and opposed at the time by the then opposition citing different concerns — has now been approved by the NPP government, offering to

No satellite registered under Sri Lanka: Govt.

There is no satellite registered under the name of Sri Lanka in the records of the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), the United Nations agency responsible for global coordination of information and communication

Ishara Nanayakkara named Sri Lanka’s richest person

Sri Lankan business magnate Ishara Nanayakkara has entered South Asia’s billionaire ranks with an estimated net worth of $1.6 billion, making him the country’s wealthiest individual. Accordingly, Nanayakkara has emerged as Sri

Cabinet still evaluates $ 3.7 billion Sinopec investment

The Cabinet is still in the process of evaluating $ 3.7 billion investment by Sinopec to establish a fuel refinery in Hambantota, Daily Mirror learns.

NPP now on rampage to grab youth clubs, verdict today

Much focus is expected to be made on National Youth Conference 2025, which is to be held today in Colombo, as a result of intense allegations by the opposition that youth clubs, which are formed under the National Youth Council, are heavily politicised by the ruling NPP.

Daily Mirror awarded the ‘Most Popular English Newspaper 2025’

The Daily Mirror was awarded the ‘Most Popular English newspaper 2025’ at the Global Business Excellence Awards held at the BMICH last evening.

Four wild elephants killed in A’pura alone

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

E-passports to be available from early next year

The government will introduce e-passports to the public during the first quarter of next year, Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala said yesterday.

Tusker Wasana at the Final Randoli Perahera

The Final Randoli Perahera of the historic Kandy Esala Perahera was held last night.

Underworld strikes again one killed, four injured in Borella shooting

In yet another violent incident signalling the growing threat of organised crime in Sri Lanka, one youth was killed and four others injured in a shocking shooting at the Sahaspura housing complex in Borella on Thursday night.

Credibility of govt’s answers to parliamentary oral questions compromised: Opposition

The credibility of answers provided by the government to oral questions in Parliament is now compromised with two contradictory answers provided to the query regarding Supreme SAT investments in Sri Lanka.

Eyebrows raised as elephant deaths mount

Elephant deaths in Sri Lanka are climbing at an alarming rate, with new figures showing dozens killed in just the first seven months of this year.

Customs agrees to release 991 detained BYD electric vehicles

The Director General of Sri Lanka Customs yesterday informed the Court of Appeal that it has agreed to release 991 BYD electric vehicles, which had been detained by Customs, subject to several conditions.

Cargills purchases excess pumpkin harvest in Mahawilachchiya

With pumpkin farmers grappling with an oversupply this season, Cargills PLC said it had launched a timely initiative to purchase the excess harvest at fair prices, providing much-needed relief to smallholder farmers

Ceylon Electricity Board no more

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) which is a long standing state institution responsible for carrying out main functions in the power sector was pushed towards its end as the Electricity Amendment Bill which converts it into a number of state companies. was approved by Parliament yesterday.

Most businesses involving Israelis are Sri Lankan -owned - Authorities

Amidst growing concern of foreigners illegally engaged in businesses in Sri Lanka, majority of businesses involving Israelis are owned by Sri Lankans, authorities revealed.

Jailed ‘Harak Kata’ threatens Policeman over missing pen; Complaint lodged

A complaint has been lodged by an Inspector of Police attached to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), claiming that he was verbally abused and threatened by Nadun Chinthaka Wickramaratne, also known as “Harak Kata”—a well-known organized criminal and large-scale drug trafficker over a missing carbon pen.

Knocked out! Questions raised on validity of resolution to remove Deshabandu

Questions have been raised on the resolution which was approved by Parliament yesterday to remove Deshabandu Tennakoon from office.

Medamulana better than Wijerama, says MR

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa yesterday brushed off concerns over the government’s move to slash privileges granted to former Presidents, saying the real privilege lies with the people.

Husband films wife being raped by friend

An individual who allowed his friend to rape his wife and filmed the scenes was arrested by Ethimale Police yesterday.

Hold your breath!

Famous Indian actor Hrithik Roshan appears to be signalling silence from the audience at the August 2nd opening ceremony of the Cinnamon City of Dreams Hotel.

Over 2,000 vehicles stuck at ports amid import dispute

More than 2,000 newly imported vehicles remain stuck at the Colombo and Hambantota ports for over two months, causing serious logistical challenges for unloading additional shipments, informed sources revealed.