FIRST HAND ACCOUNT OF NDB FRAUD

Losing Rs.13.2 Billon because of fraud from a major Sri Lankan bank is hard to believe. It reminds us of a programme from the suspenseful ‘Money Heist’.

14 passengers in one trishaw : driver arrested

A trishaw driver was arrested by Koslanda Police yesterday for transporting 14 passengers, including schoolchildren and adults, in violation of the vehicle’s permitted seating capacity.

Govt moves to revamp fuel, electricity pricing formulas

A controversial move is underway to introduce a new formulas for adjusting fuel and electricity bills in the country, raising questions over its impact on already strained households.

Heat to ease with afternoon rains

Amid sweltering daytime conditions, the Meteorology Department has warned of afternoon thundershowers across several parts of the island, with the public urged to remain vigilant over lightning and gusty winds.

Restrictions on reporting of child abuse?

In a bid to restrict reporting of child abuse, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya hinted that the government is looking into the possibility of introducing some regulatory system in order to safeguard the victims from the

President hints of another electricity tariff hike

Claiming that the electricity tariff increase implemented on April 1 was not a result of the current crisis, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said yesterday the current estimates suggest that losses over the

President admits purchase of inferior quality coal

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Parliament yesterday admitted that the coal that has been procured in the recent past is of inferior quality and it has affected generation of power in Norochcholai,

Court rules Devalaya funds subject to public scrutiny under RTI

The Court of Appeal has ruled that funds held by Devalayas cannot be treated as private accounts and must be open to public scrutiny, reinforcing the principles of transparency and accountability in the

“Avurudu Kumari” competitions become a key avenue for online scammers - Sri Lanka CERT

“Avurudu Kumari” competitions have become a key avenue for online scammers targeting the public during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year season, according to a warning issued by the Sri Lanka Computer

Avurudu Koha goes silent this year

The song of the Avurudu Koha, known as the Asian Koel (Eudynamys scolopaceus), is a familiar feature during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year season, along with the ripening of fruits in nature. People often feel nostalgic when they hear the bird’s call, which heralds the arrival of Avurudu.

Little hero in Kotmale

A heroic deed of a little boy who saved his parents and sister from imminent death when they received serious injuries in a road accident was reported yesterday from Thawalanthenna, Kotmale.

Yala leopard “Lucas” killed or alive? probe launched

A major controversy has erupted over the fate of Yala’s famed male leopard “Lucas,” with authorities launching an investigation into claims that the big cat may have been run over or possibly targeted in a suspected safari jeep incident inside Yala National Park.

Fuel QR based odd-even system creates unnecessary chaos: Fuel distributors

Fuel distributors warned that the continued use of an odd-even vehicle numbering system under Sri Lanka’s QR-based fuel distribution scheme is creating “unnecessary chaos” and denying motorists timely access to their allocated quotas.

Fuel stocks sufficient for festive season; No price revisions planned: CPC

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has assured the public that fuel shipments are arriving as scheduled, ensuring stable supplies through the upcoming festive season. Managing Director of the CPC Mayura Neththikumara said that there are currently no plans to revise fuel prices during this period.

Human-elephant conflict: Three villagers trampled to death in Anuradhapura

Increasing the death toll in the human-elephant conflict in the Anuradhapura district, three villagers- two of them in Eppawala and the other in Priyankaragama- had been trampled to death by wild elephants last morning. They had died at the scene.

No Cabinet discussion on extending judges’ retirement age: Justice Minister

Expressing his views on opposition politicians’ allegations that the Government is planning to extend the retirement age of Supreme Court and Court of Appeal judges, Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara told the Daily Mirror that the Cabinet of Ministers has not discussed anything in that regard.

Police to strictly enforce traffic laws during festive season

Police said that traffic laws will be strictly enforced across the country during the festive season.

Cardinal makes swipe at Donald Trump on Easter Sunday, questions his Christianity

In an obvious swipe at US President Donald Trump over the US-Israeli war on Iran, Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith said all nations are suffering today because of selfishness of one man who wants to rule the world.

Luxury vehicle racket for organised crimes busted: 20 seized, 3 in custody

The Western North Crime Division is investigating a major racket where illegally assembled vehicles were being used for organized criminal activities.

Foreign cybercrime suspects to face Sri Lankan law, no immediate deportation: Police

Amid a rising number of foreign nationals allegedly involved in cybercrime and online scams in Sri Lanka, police said that offenders will be prosecuted under the country’s Cybercrimes Act and will not be immediately deported or allowed

Justice for daily wage earner: SC awards Rs. 225,000 for police abuse

While awarding Rs. 225,000 in compensation to a daily wage earner for unlawful arrest, detention and torture by three policemen attached to the Hanwella Police Station in 2023, the Supreme Court held that the Constitution does not

Moscow to compensate families of Sri Lankan forces killed in Russia

Russian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrey Rudenko has agreed to initiate the necessary procedures to provide compensation for the families of Sri Lankan security forces personnel who lost their lives while in Russia.

Doctors to continue ongoing strike, challenges Health Minister to public debate

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) announced that its strike action will continue from 8.00 a.m. today, citing unresolved concerns over what it describes as unfair transfers. The association has staged a series of

Met. predicts rain

Amid the prevailing hot weather, the Department of Meteorology has predicted the return of rains, with atmospheric conditions becoming favourable for afternoon thundershowers in most parts of the island.

government to test online work for public service on April 16 - 17

The government has decided to assess the feasibility of conducting public service work online on April 16 and 17, while also launching an awareness drive for independent commissions on adopting digital work methods.

Doctors urge parents to bathe children twice daily

Amid predicted water cuts, medical experts have urged parents to ensure their children bathe at least twice a day to prevent dehydration and heat-related illnesses due to rising temperatures across the country.

Unexplained wealth presumed bribery, says CIABOC

The Director General of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) Ranga Dissanayake said that all public officials are legally required to declare their assets and liabilities, warning that failure to comply will result in strict legal consequences.

The fatal illusion of cheap medicine: how the Supreme Court ruling exposes the rot in Sri Lanka’s health procurement

In the complex ecosystem of national healthcare, the pill a patient swallows is the final link in a long, often invisible chain of science, manufacturing logistics, and regulation.

Unannounced power and water cuts already in force: Joint Opposition

Unannounced power and water cuts are already in force, a group of opposition parties alleged yesterday.

Sri Lanka on alert as new COVID variant sparks concerns

Sri Lankan health authorities say they are closely monitoring the emergence of a new COVID-19 variant that has been spreading in several countries, while maintaining surveillance measures to safeguard the local population.