President’s remarks on pending court verdicts alleged as judicial interference - Prof. Peiris

Former Minister and Professor G.L. Peiris has accused President Anura Kumara Dissanayake of making premature statements regarding court judgments, claiming that such remarks amount to interference with the judiciary and a serious violation of the Constitution.

VAT revision not a tax increase, govt. clarifies tax change

Deputy Minister of Economic Development Nishantha Jayaweera yesterday rejected claims of a looming VAT hike, stating that tax changes due to take effect on July 1, 2026, are intended to streamline the system without increasing the overall tax burden.

Galle Prison under fire after underworld celebration video leaks

A viral video showing an alleged birthday celebration inside the high-security Galle Prison has triggered public concern and prompted an official investigation into possible security lapses and breaches of prison regulations.

Court orders forensic analysis in case involving minor

The Anuradhapura Chief Magistrate Siyapath Sasindu Wickramaratneyesterday directed the Gampaha Division Police Children and Women’s Bureau to submit case materials to the Government Analyst and present the report to court in connection with an alleged abuse case involving a 15-year-old girl, reportedly implicating a Buddhist monk and several other individuals.

Sri Lanka still in talks with China to purchase fuel under G2G deal

Sri Lanka is still having discussions with China to purchase fuel under a government to government agreement at market rates, Ports, Civil Aviation and Energy Minister Anura Karunathilake said yesterday.

US $ 2.5 million cyber theft: Did the Finance Ministry ignore prior warning?

The US $ 2.5 million cyber theft has taken place at the Finance Ministry despite prior warning about such suspicious transactions by some external parties, according to what transpired during the meeting of the Committee on Public Finance (COPF) in the parliamentary complex last week. >>A2

2013 Airbus deal: CIABOC summons MR and Piyankara Jayaratne

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has summoned former President Mahinda Rajapaksa and former Minister Piyankara Jayaratne to provide statements on May 12.

Comments on court cases at the May Day rally are common knowledge – Nalinda

It is “common knowledge” that court dates in several cases have already been fixed, Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said, responding to remarks made at recent May Day rallies of the National Freedom Front (NPP) that more cases would be taken up and decisions delivered in the coming months.

Sri Lanka becomes hotspot for foreign-linked online fraud operations

Sri Lanka has emerged as a growing hotspot for foreign-linked online fraud operations, with authorities reporting a sharp increase in cybercrime networks run by foreign nationals across the island.

CID seeks FBI assistance into US $2.5 Million cyber heist

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has sought the assistance of the United States’ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to widen the probe into the cyber fraud that resulted in the loss of US$2.5 million from the national Treasury, a senior officer told the Daily Mirror.

Fuel prices up, fares frozen: Transport authorities under fire as fuel costs rise

A controversial standoff has emerged in Sri Lanka’s transport sector, with key authorities and unions refusing to revise fares despite a fresh fuel price hike, raising questions about transparency, political pressure, and who ultimately bears the cost.

An influential figure behind the appointment of Eran as the Chief of SLC Transition Committee: Chamara

There is an influential lady behind the appointment of Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Member Eran Wickremaratne as the Chairman of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) transitional committee, Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) National

Some opposition groups plotting to destabilise country, create turmoil: President

Claiming that certain opposition politicians are plotting to destabilise the government and create turmoil in the country, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said yesterday such ploys will be unsuccessful as the stability of the

24-year imprisonment for sexually abusing 15-year-old boy

A Dhamma school teacher who stood indicted with causing grave sexual abuse to a 15-year-old boy was found guilty and sentenced to 24 years’ rigorous imprisonment by Monaragala High Court Judge Dr. Damith Nalinda Hewawasam

SJB rally Journalists’ rights denied on Workers’ Day

Journalists who arrived at P. D. Sirisena Ground, Maligawatte, yesterday were met with restrictions that prevented them from carrying out their duties of covering the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) May Day rally in the usual manner.

Suspended treasury official’s death ruled suicide

A four-member committee of forensic medical experts confirmed that the suspicious death of a suspended Assistant Director of the Ministry of Finance was a suicide caused by self-inflicted injuries. The death brought renewed attention

Over 100 Wild Elephant deaths in four months: One death a day

The human–elephant conflict in Sri Lanka has claimed the lives of 427 people and elephants as of April 25 this year, data revealed.

NPP insists Rajapaksa’s money will be found

The National People’s Power (NPP) yesterday reiterated that the government is conducting investigations into the money allegedly hidden in foreign countries by leaders during previous governments with the support of those particular countries.

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Male teacher sprays red ink on school girls

A male teacher of an International school in Galle who sprayed red ink on the back of school girls dressed in white school uniforms was taken into custody by Galle Police.

SJB to take action against Eran?

In the aftermath of the government’s appointment of former Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Eran Wickremeratne as the Chairman of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) interim committee, SJB General Secretary Ranjith Madduma Bandara yesterday said his party higher-ups will discuss the situation shorty and decide on a course of action.

TS’s refusal to attend COPF meeting a kick in the face of the people’s mandate: Harsha

The refusal of Treasury Secretary Harshana Suriyapperuma is a high handed act and a kick in the face of the promised ‘system change’ the people of this country voted for, says Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance (COPF) Dr. Harsha de Silva “This high handed act shows total lack of respect for the parliamentary system of checks and balances that is so critical in post-crisis [that is why the COPF is chaired by a member of the opposition si

US$ 2.5 mn cyber theft: Sri Lanka wakes up only after Australia alerts

Sri Lankan authorities became aware of a US$ 2.5 million cyber theft only after Australian authorities flagged a delay in a debt servicing payment owed to them, an opposition MP familiar with the process said, raising serious concerns about systemic lapses in financial oversight.

Harassing calls and messages now punishable under law: Police

As incidents of digital harassment and misuse of personal contact details continue to rise, Police have reiterated the legal safeguards available to protect the public.

confirmed as Shammi Silva and Co. resign

In a major development that confirms Daily Mirror’s continuous and exclusive reporting, Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) President Shammi Silva and the SLC Executive Committee have decided to step down following a special committee

2026 in a nutshell so far

The coal procurement scandal has centred on allegations of systemic corruption, the delivery of substandard fuel, and major financial losses involving the state-owned Lanka Coal Company (LCC). The controversy intensified in April 2026

Ehipassiko peace walk concludes

The “Ehipassiko” peace walk, led by Venerable Paññākāra Thera and a delegation of monks visiting from the United States, concluded at Independence Square in Colombo yesterday (28). The monks had been walking across major

“Dog ‘Aloka’ may have been a monk in previous life” – Ven. Pagnakara Thera

Vietnamese Buddhist monk Ven. Pagnakara Thera says he believes a dog named ‘Aloka’ may have been a monk in a previous life, speaking at a Dhamma session held yesterday at the Kelaniya Rajamaha Viharaya. He suggested that,

Govt. admits to duplicate payment to RDA contractors

While admitting the duplicate payments to Road Development Authority(RDA) contractors, the government yesterday said the Bank of Ceylon (BOC) which made the payment is taking action to recover the duplicate payments as per the

Aloka, the ‘Peace Dog,’ a receiver of constant veterinary supervision, unique pet food

As Buddhist monks walk across Sri Lanka for peace, a special companion has been quietly winning hearts. Aloka, known as the “Peace Dog,” is walking alongside them, spreading a simple message of kindness and compassion.