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

Irony strikes Ranil as he was remanded in prison standing on his ancestral land - Wajira

United National Party (UNP) Chairman Wajira Abeywardena said that the 43-acre land on which the Welikada Prison now stands once belonged to the ancestral family of former President Ranil

Cracks detected on Southern Expressway: urgent repairs approved

Cracks and internal structural damage have been detected along a section of the Southern Expressway (E-01), prompting urgent government action to carry out repairs.

Joint committee of opposition parties to fight political victimisation

Some members of opposition parties which met for a discussion at the Opposition Leader’s Office yesterday decided to form a joint committee to engage in legal battles against political victimisation.

President vows equal justice, tough action on corruption

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has reaffirmed his commitment to enforcing the law equally for all citizens, stressing that measures already taken will not be reversed. Addressing an event in Colombo, the

Supporters commend Ranil Wickremesinghe’s release

What began as a tense and emotionally charged protest turned into a scene of jubilation yesterday at the Fort Magistrate’s Court, as news broke out that former President Ranil Wickremesinghe had been granted

Police on alert ahead of Colombo protest

Meanwhile, in response to the scheduled protest in Colombo, police said all Officers-in-Charge (OICs) of respective police stations in the city have been instructed to maintain public order and prevent any disruptions.

Roads that will be effected by the protest

Ranil’s arrest: Diplomatic community engaged,U.S. India, China already briefed

The opposition parties have started the engagement of the diplomatic community in Colombo over the arrest of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, an informed source said.

Did Harini visit Ranil at hospital? PM’s office clarifies

In response to online media reports that Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya visited former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, her office said such reports were false. Issuing a clarification regarding media reports , the Prime Minister’s Office urged the public not to be misled by unverified information circulating on certain media platforms.

Special police unit to probe over Sudatta’s pre-arrest claim on Ranil

A Special Police Investigation Unit is to carry out investigation into a statement made by YouTuber Sudatta Thilakasiri prior to the arrest and remanding of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Special Police protection for ASG Dileepa Peeris following assassination threat

A special police team has been deployed to provide security for Additional Solicitor General (ASG) Dileepa Peeris following credible intelligence about a possible assassination plot by organized crime groups reportedly operating from Dubai, informed sources said.