Sri Lanka’s non-participation in SCO summit a mistake: Opposition MP

Sri Lanka’s non-participation in the recently concluded Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit held in China could be a mistake as it will damage its image as a nation with a non-aligned foreign policy in addition to

Driver shouted no brakes : Survivor

The driver of the ill-fated bus in Ella shouted there were no brakes in the vehicle, followed by the conductor, a survivor said yesterday.

Ella–Wellawaya bus tragedy echoes past accident

The fatal bus accident that occurred on September 04 on the Ella–Wellawaya main road has drawn eerie parallels to a similar tragedy reported at the very same location 23 years ago.

I am happy to be able to save the lives of several people despite being injured: SF soldier

The Special Forces soldier who volunteered to rescue victims of the Ella bus tragedy while on leave said that he was happy to be able to save the lives of several people despite him being injured.

Good PR-The Expertin to deliver comprehensive business solutions

Good PR (Pvt.) Ltd, a leading public relations and event management company, announced a strategic partnership with The Expertin (Pvt.) Ltd, a prominent multi-disciplinary business strategy and integrated

Customs to release 506 more BYD vehicles

The Sri Lanka Customs yesterday informed the Court of Appeal that it has agreed to release another 506 BYD electric vehicles, which had been detained, upon the furnishing of a bank guarantee.

Infant’s body missing from Colombo national hospital mortuary

The body of an infant, which had been placed at the Colombo National Hospital mortuary, has gone missing, the Maradana Police said.

Customs acted selectively , discriminatory manner on BYD vehicles

Updating its customers and stakeholders on the ongoing legal proceedings, John Keells said that John Keells CG Auto (Pvt) Ltd. (JKCG) remains committed to collaborating closely with the relevant authorities to ensure the timely clearance of the vehicles and does not anticipate significant delays.

Rising trend of HIV cases continue

Sri Lanka is witnessing a continued increase in HIV cases, with the latest figures showing a dramatic rise compared to previous years, latest data reveal.

Minor subjected to ‘Nai Miris’ torture by acting OIC

The Supreme Court yesterday held that the former Acting Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Hatharaliyadda Police Station violated the Fundamental Rights of a 16-year-old boy by subjecting him to wrongful arrest, torture, and unlawful detention.

NPP FORCIBLY TAKES OVER FLSP OFFICE IN YAKKALA: PARTY ALLEGES

The National People’s Power (NPP) has forcefully taken over the Frontline Socialist Party (FLSP) office in Yakkala, located in the Gampaha District, FLSP Education Secretary Pubudu Jayagoda alleged yesterday.

Minor subjected to ‘Nai Miris’ torture by acting OIC

The Supreme Court yesterday held that the former Acting Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Hatharaliyadda Police Station violated the Fundamental Rights of a 16-year-old boy by subjecting him to wrongful arrest, torture, and

Rising trend of HIV cases continue

Sri Lanka is witnessing a continued increase in HIV cases, with the latest figures showing a dramatic rise compared to previous years, latest data reveal.

NPP FORCIBLY TAKES OVER FLSP OFFICE IN YAKKALA: PARTY ALLEGES

The National People’s Power (NPP) has forcefully taken over the Frontline Socialist Party (FLSP) office in Yakkala, located in the Gampaha District, FLSP Education Secretary Pubudu Jayagoda alleged yesterday.

Will not give in to any external influence over Kachchatheevu: President

Claiming that a huge debate has arisen over the Kachchatheevu island, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said yesterday that the government will never give in to any external influence.

Speaker concerned about food safety in Parliament, appoints committee

The committee on Housekeeping in Parliament has decided to appoint a team of officials to recommend proposals to enhance the safety of food and beverages served in the parliamentary cafeterias, a statement from the communication unit in the House said yesterday.

Gold necklace snatched, swallowed to avoid arrest

An individual who robbed a woman of her necklace and swallowed it to avoid arrest was produced before Nawalapitiya Magistrate Lasanji Ratnayaka and remanded.

Funeral parlour employees go on robbery spree WITH corpses

In an interesting turn of events, an employee of a funeral parlour in Nawalapitiya and another who parked a hearse with a body on board near business establishments had broken open them and taken away cash and valuables.

Govt. vows full probe into political links with underworld

The police have commenced questioning five organized criminals including Kehelbaddara Padme, following their extradition to Sri Lanka from Indonesia, the Daily Mirror learns. The suspects are currently being detained and questioned at the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and the Western Province North Crime Division.

CID to record statement from Gotabaya Rajapaksa over May 9 attack

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is to record a statement from former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa once he returns to the country after completing his overseas tour.

Two Israeli nationals released after alleged assault on hotel owner and wife in Arugam Bay

Two Israeli nationals who were arrested by Pottuvil Police on Friday (29) for allegedly assaulting a hotel owner and his wife in Arugam Bay, were released on bail.

Court permits stepfather to adopt 18-year-old girl in exceptional case

female parliamentary representation Sri Lanka ranked 135th country in the world

Though women account for 52 per cent of the total population, Sri Lanka ranks 135 out of 193 countries in the world in terms of female parliamentary representation, according to the World Economic Forum and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA).

Dry weather likely to ease by early September

The prevailing dry weather conditions across Sri Lanka are likely to change by the first week of September, the Department of Meteorology said.

Dog beaten with a club, smashed on the ground, and thrown into a canal

A dog escaped with injuries after it was allegedly beaten with a club, smashed on the ground, and thrown into a canal by a youth in the Edinburgh Estate area of Nanuoya, police said.

Govt. to introduce fingerprint scanners in all state institutions

The Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government Ministry announced that steps will be taken to install fingerprint scanners in all government institutions that do not currently have them.

Probe underway to identify organisers of Ranil protest: IGP

The Inspector General of Police (IGP) said yesterday that investigations are underway to identify individuals who organised the protest outside the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court when former President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s

Health Ministry proposes teaching condom use in school curriculum

The Ministry of Health’s National STD/AIDS Control Programme has recommended the integration of HIV/STI prevention measures, including condom use, Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP), and Post-

Ranil’s arrest a launching pad for major alliance

The opposition parties – the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), United National Party (UNP), Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) and the People’s Alliance (PA) etc – that came together in the wake of former

Visiting one’s mother cannot be compared with an overseas visit: Vijitha

Responding to claims of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake visiting his mother using his official vehicle, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath said yesterday that travelling to a place within the country for personal