E-commerce stifled Thousands of TEMU, AliExpress, eBay online orders stuck at Customs: Advocata Institute

Thousands of parcels ordered by Sri Lankans from popular online shopping sites like TEMU, AliExpress, and eBay are now stuck at the Customs, the Advocata Institute said.

IRD seeks to tax non-resident service providers who surpass Rs. 60 million yearly threshold

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced that all non-resident persons who provide services to customers in Sri Lanka through electronic platforms must register for Value Added Tax (VAT) if their earnings exceed a specified limit.

Beira lake to become water aerodrome ?

The Authorities have decided to look into the possibility of converting the Beira Lake into an aerodrome. An initial discussion has been held in this regard with the participation of Defense Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) at the Ministry of Defence recently to discuss the matter.

Sixteen year old suspected for murder sent to children’s home

A 16 year old taken into custody in connection with the murder of 26 year old young woman at Devipahala in Kuruvita was produced before the Ratnapura Magistrate Saman D.K.O. Paranaliyanage and detained in a children’s home.

Reservations on President Dissanayake’s Reserve Figures

During an election rally ahead of the local government elections, the president claimed that Sri Lanka currently holds the largest dollar reserve in the past five to six years.

Govt. will implement IMF proposals to the letter despite any public protest, political pressure: Lalkantha

Minister of Agriculture, Land, Irrigation and Livestock Development K.D. Lalkantha asserted that the government would comply with the IMF programme regardless of public protests.

Neurosurgeon’s Case Death threats against Bribery Commission counsel at court premises

The Colombo Chief Magistrate yesterday directed that a complaint be lodged with the Keselwatta Police following an allegation that death threats were made against Sulochana Hettiarachchi, Assistant Director of the Bribery

Rise in alcohol, narcotics use among pregnant mothers in Colombo coastal belt: Medical doctor cum opposition politician

There is an increase in alcohol and drug use among pregnant mothers living along Sri Lanka’s coastal areas including Dehiwala, Mount Lavinia, Ratmalana, Moratuwa and Egoda Uyana, thus raising serious concerns, Dehiwala-Mount

Sri Lanka’s provision of inaccurate data comes under IMF scrutiny

The government’s provision of inaccurate data to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has come under review by its Executive Board.

Surge in dog bites linked to growing canine population

Health officials have linked the recent increase in dog bite incidents reported across the country to the growing population of stray and domestic dogs, along with a lack of public awareness on safe interactions with animals.

‘Finally, some relief’

Due to the lack of sufficient standard sanitary facilities available for the public, as well as the increasing number of local and foreign tourists visiting urban areas daily, the Government has decided to construct proper sanitary facilities, including standard lavatory systems.

Fuel price formula, most reasonable methodology currently available: Govt.

The fuel price formula which was introduced by the previous government is the most reasonable methodology available right now to mete out justice to the people, pay back loans of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) and to manage past financial irregularities, Cabinet Spokesman, Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said yesterday.

Starlink opens orders in Sri Lanka; select location, plan, and pay online

Starlink, the satellite-based internet service operated by SpaceX, has officially begun operations in Sri Lanka. The company announced that Sri Lankan customers can now place orders through www.starlink.com/srilanka by selecting their location, usage type, preferred plan, and hardware before making the payment.

African Swine Fever outbreak affects around 67,000 pigs and wild boar

Sri Lanka is grappling with a severe outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF), a highly contagious and fatal disease that has affected around 67,000 pigs and wild boars, according to the Government Information Department.

IMF approves 4th review of Sri Lanka’s reform programme

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved the Fourth Review of Sri Lanka’s reform programme under the IMF’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement for the country.

Sri Lanka spends over $ 300 million on vehicle imports in five months

Vehicle imports including both personal and commercial vehicles amounted to $ 118 million in May 2025, bringing the total for the period from January to May 2025 to $ 312 million, according to the Central Bank .

Ex-SriLankan Airlines Chairman accused favouring flight attendant in ongoing corruption case

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) informed the Colombo Chief Magistrate court that former SriLankan Airlines Chairman Nishantha Wickramasinghe misused his authority by repeatedly

NPP Govt. eyes nuclear energy, wary of geopolitical fallout

Sri Lanka, under the new government led by the National People’s Power (NPP) has identified nuclear power in its generation plan while phasing out coal power plants, Daily Mirror learns.

Sri Lanka’s first wax museum to open at historic Ehelepola Walawwa in Kandy

The country’s first and only wax museum is set to open in a few days at the historic Ehelepola Walawwa in Kandy, marking a significant addition to Sri Lanka’s cultural landscape.

Tusker leads ‘Athupandalama’ ritual at Kataragama

The ritual known as ‘Athupandalama’ took place at the Kataragama Devalaya in view of the Esala Perahera. The ceremony marks the thatching of the hut in front of the main temple and its branches are called ‘Athupandalama’. The

ITC Ratnadipa Hotel owner optimistic about Sri Lanka’s tourism potential

Sanjiv Puri, the immediate past President of Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Chairman and Managing Director of ITC Ltd which also operates ITC Ratnadipa Hotel in Sri Lanka, says Sri Lanka’s economy is now in the right direction with macro stability coming in.

Indian Defence Ministry Company Set to Anchor Strategic Influence in colombo port

India is poised to secure another strategic investment in Sri Lanka with plans by its public sector company under the Indian Defence Ministry, ‘Mazagaon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL)’ for acquiring a majority stake in Colombo Dockyard PLC (CDPLC).

Right to reply DIMO clarifies its vehicle import practices

DIMO denies the references made to the company in the Daily Mirror article dated June 26, 2025, titled “Hundreds of vehicles stranded as Sri Lanka Customs enforces decade-old import rule.” The claim that DIMO opens Letters of Credit (LCs) to Singapore for vehicles originating from India, Germany, or the USA is entirely inaccurate and misrepresents their standard import practices. The company further clarifies that it has not engaged in such impor

Imported Malaria case detected in Kurunegala

A 26-year-old man who recently returned to Sri Lanka from Tanzania has been diagnosed with Malaria and is currently receiving treatment at the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital, health officials confirmed.

NPP members in Norwood PS break away

All six members of the National People’s Power (NPP) representing the Norwood Pradeshiya Sabha have announced their decision to serve as independent members, protesting the party’s demand that newly elected Chairman John Francis Allen resign from his post.

X-Press Pearl Disaster: Litigation process tainted with corruption allegations

Litigation process related to the X- Press Pearl disaster is tainted with allegations about corruption and frauds prompting the Environment Ministry to look at the appointment of a committee to probe what went wrong in the past, according to a minister.

Rise in social media scams targeting Sri Lankans: CID warns public

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has raised alarm over a sharp increase in crimes targeting Sri Lankans through popular social media platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, Telegram, Skype and WeChat.

68-year-old man sentenced to 60 years for sexual abuse of his brother’s preschool daughter

The Colombo High Court Judge, R.S.S Sapuvida, sentenced a 68-year-old man to 60 years of rigorous imprisonment after finding him guilty of sexually abusing his brother’s preschool daughter over a period of more than two months.

Sand dredging corruption case Former Minister Rajitha Senaratne likely to be named suspect

The Bribery Commission informed the court that former Fisheries Minister Rajitha Senaratne is likely to be named as a suspect in connection with the controversial sand dredging project at the Kirinda Fisheries Harbour.

UN Human Rights Chief Urges Domestic Mechanism in Line with International Norms

The visiting United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, on Tuesday called for the establishment of a domestic mechanism to address human rights violations in Sri Lanka—one that adheres to international standards and principles.