Sri Lanka, Russia should not restrict energy deals according to US’s wishes : Russian Deputy FM

Visiting Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister of Russia Andrey Rudenko said yesterday that Sri Lanka and Russia should not restrict support deals on energy when the United States allows it but to build it on a solid legal and economic foundation.

Water cuts around the corner?

Water cuts are looming as Sri Lanka grapples with worsening dry weather, with authorities warning that restrictions may soon be unavoidable if the drought continues.

Low-quality coal combustion Study finds high mercury in women’s hair near Puttalam lagoon

A disturbing new study has intensified concerns over environmental pollution and public health in Sri Lanka due to combustion of low-quality coal, revealing that women with no occupational exposure to mercury have recorded alarmingly high levels of the toxic metal in their hair.

Parliamentary Committee mulls immediate plan on ash disposal from Norochcholai

In the wake of controversy over substandard coal imports to Sri Lanka, a parliamentary Committee has instructed officials to immediately prepare a plan for the environmentally friendly disposal of ash emitted from the Norochcholai Lakvijaya Power Plant.

CCD OIC under probe for hosting birthday party for Ishara Sewwandi

Strict disciplinary action has been taken against the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Colombo Crimes Division over allegations that he had hosted a birthday celebration for Ishara Sewwandi, the prime suspect in the murder of underworld figure Ganemulla Sanjeewa.

Badly injured wild elephant roams village after being hit by speeding train

A wild elephant that was struck by a speeding train early last morning on the Polonnaruwa–Batticaloa main railway line is now wandering through the village of Manikwela with severe leg injuries, wildlife officials said.

Applications called for 453 Medical Officer posts

The Ministry of Health has called for applications from 453 medical graduates who successfully completed their internship training on July 4, 2025, for appointments to Grade I Medical Officer positions.

President’s hospital room at SJH to be made available to patients at Rs. 70,000 per night

A proposal to offer the room previously reserved for the President at the Sri Jayewardenepura Hospital to patients at a daily rate of Rs. 70,000 has been submitted for approval to the hospital’s Board of Directors, hospital sources said.

Doctors warn public not to delay Rabies treatment

In the wake of a recent uptick in rabies-related incidents and concern over animal bites, health experts are urging the public not to ignore the deadly threat posed by rabies.

Middle East war hits dhal, sprat supplies to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka’s imports of sprat and dhal - two key food commodities used for regular meals - has been hampered due to the Israeli - US war against Iran, an importer said yesterday.

Hydro power safe for now, but uncertainty remains: Mahaweli and Irrigation Dept.

As dry weather continues across Sri Lanka, authorities say the country is still managing its water supply well. However, concerns are growing about whether this situation can continue if the dry conditions last

Drought likely in July, August: Met. Department

Claiming that the El Niño phenomenon and positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) phenomenon are likely after June, Additional Director General of the Department of Meteorology Ajith Wijemanne yesterday

“Global Energy Lockdown in the near future” Sri Lanka must treat this as a national emergency

What began as geopolitical brinkmanship has now triggered a phenomenon analysts are calling the “Global Energy Lockdown.” With major oil-producing regions engulfed in conflict, supply chains

Elderly growth may worsen, bed shortage risk in future, doctors warn

Sri Lanka’s hospital system currently has nearly 85,000 beds, but the capacity may not be sufficient to meet future health demands, the Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance for Medical and Civil Rights warned, raising concerns over the growing elderly population and rising number of patients requiring specialized treatment.

Sri Lanka’s gaming sector risks falling behind

Despite recent efforts to formalize its gaming industry through a new regulatory authority and aggressive taxation, Sri Lanka is at severe risk of falling behind global competitors due to glaring blind spots in its digital oversight and a lack of technological readiness.

Man gets 21-day jail term for keeping four litres of petrol

A 48-year-old man from Kobeigane has been sentenced to 21 days’ imprisonment and fined Rs. 1,500 after pleading guilty to unlawfully possessing four litres of petrol, despite claiming it was intended for domestic use.

Switch on fans when leaving pets at home, vets urge public

As temperatures soar, veterinarians are warning that Sri Lanka’s animals are facing a silent heat crisis, with dehydration posing a serious threat to pets, farm animals and even birds.

Doctors want Saturday declared off-day amid fuel crisis

The Association of Medical Specialists (AMS) has called for Saturday to be declared an off day, as the ongoing fuel crisis is placing severe strain on them.

Fuel, and supplies are sufficient till mid-May: CPC claims

Amid public worries about fuel, Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) Managing Director Mayura Netthikumara said there is enough fuel, and supplies are safe until mid-May.

Man arrested over dangerous tricycle driving, animal cruelty

A man was arrested by Chilaw Police following a road accident involving a tricycle driven in a dangerous manner on the Chilaw–Kurunegala road, police said.

Turkish Airlines increases flight frequency to Colombo amidst crisis in Middle East

Amidst flight disruptions, Turkish Airlines has decided to increase the frequency of flights between Istanbul and Colombo by two additional flights per week to assist stranded tourists and enable travellers’ access to Sri Lanka, Daily Mirror learns.

Sri Lanka among countries receiving UK prisoner transfers under formal agreements

Sri Lanka has been identified as one of the countries to which the United Kingdom has transferred foreign national offenders under established Prisoner Transfer Agreements (PTAs), according to official UK Government policy.

Government of Sri Lanka has insulted Iran: Opposition

The government of Sri Lanka has insulted Iran by denying the remark made by the Iranian Ambassador in Colombo that the vessel IRIS Dena received an official invitation from Sri Lanka to visit the island nation.

Met. Dept. warns of high temperatures next month

The Meteorology Department has warned that high temperatures affecting the human body are expected to continue throughout next month, Department Director Meryl Mendis said.

Russia’s Deputy Energy Minister here tomorrow amidst talks on fuel purchase from Russia

Amidst ongoing talks on the procurement of fuel from Russia, Russia’s Deputy Energy Minister Roman Marshavin is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka tomorrow (26), Daily Mirror learns.

Sri Lanka reiterates no diplomatic level invitation made to Iranian vessel

The government yesterday reiterated that Sri Lanka did not make a diplomatic level invitation for Iranian vessel ‘IRIS Dena’ to visit Sri Lanka other than a cordial and oral invitation made by Navy Commander at an event in India. Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Nalinda

Gold prices dip in Sri Lanka

Gold prices in Sri Lanka have declined this week, reflecting falls in international markets. The drop comes after a period of historically high gold prices earlier this year, driven by geopolitical tensions, rising inflation, and global economic pressures.

Health services at cross roads as doctors convene emergency meeting

Sri Lanka’s health services are at a critical juncture as doctors prepare to convene an emergency General Committee meeting today (25), with several key decisions expected amid a deepening crisis.

Sri Lanka says it has no vessels to import fuel from Iran

While appreciating Iran’s offer to provide Sri Lanka with oil and other necessary goods, Cabinet Spokesman Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said yesterday that country’s that own vessels can benefit from such opportunities and that Sri Lanka is not having such an ability.

Saudi Arabia strongly condemns Iran’s moves to disrupt navigation in Strait of Hormuz - Saudi Envoy

In the midst of war raging in the Middle East, Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Sri Lanka, Khalid Hamoud Nasser Aldasam Alkahtani, in an exclusive interview with Daily Mirror, shares his country’s perspectives on the latest developments. Excerpts: