Double whammy for the authorities Over 15,000 MT of salt washed away by rain in Puttalam

While the authorities are struggling to cope with a huge salt shortage in the country more than 15,000 metric tons of harvested salt intended for collection have been washed away due to sudden heavy rains, according to salt producers in Puttalam.

Troop of monkeys invade Wildlife DG’s residence

A troop of monkeys have reportedly been causing disturbances at the residence of the Acting Director General of the Department of Wildlife Conservation (DWC), located in the Kaduwela area.

Tough airport security prompts smugglers to use Indo-Ceylon ferry service for drug trafficking – Agencies

Strict security facilities currently in place at the country’s main international airports sponsored by local law enforcement agencies, seemed to have prompted the smugglers to change their modus operandi and resort to trafficking narcotics through Indo-Ceylon ferry service, as officials busted a massive Rs.41.2 million worth Kush case yesterday, the Daily Mirror learns.

Salt prices not a matter to be taken with a pinch of salt

Sri Lanka, currently facing a severe salt shortage and salt prices increasing rapidly, 1 kilogram packets of crystal salt reportedly being sold at prices ranging between Rs. 450 and Rs. 500 in some areas are

article on Chickenpox vaccines Health Ministry responds to Daily Mirror

The Ministry of Health has responded to a recent article published by the Daily Mirror regarding the availability of Chickenpox vaccines.

Drug addicts among Homagama Hospital minor employees

Residents of the area expressed concern about the drug addicts among minor employees of Homagama Base Hospital, which affected the efficiency of the services, creating hardship for the patients.

NPP seeks support from TPA members at the District level: Mano

The National People’s Power (NPP) has approached Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) members at district level seeking their support to form administrations of local bodies where they do not have majority support,

War Heroes Commemoration Deputy Defence Minister to grace this year, but not President

Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara, instead of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, is to grace the 16th National War Heroes Commemoration Ceremony on May 19, 2025, at

WNL’s COO awarded APO National Award for Productivity

Chief Operating Officer of Wijeya Newspapers Ltd Janaka Rathnakumara, was honored with the Asia Productivity Organization (APO) National Award for Productivity yesterday.

Health Ministry yet to respond to Chickenpox vaccine shortage

Despite an acute shortage of the Chickenpox (varicella) vaccine in both government and private hospitals, the Ministry of Health has yet to issue an official response or explanation.

RW, Namal and others agree to form joint local administrations

Opposition party leaders yesterday decided to cast away their differences and work in unison to form administrations in more than 115 local bodies where they command a majority of seats.

“Go back to Colombo”, Mayor of Brampton chants racist slurs on anti Genocide supporters

With the completion of the memorial, the National Council of Canadian Tamils will take over ownership, with the city’s 12,000 Tamil residents being responsible for its care and maintenance.

Forming LG bodies AKD warns of using two-thirds majority to amend laws if mandate is challenged or disrupted

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday said the government will amend laws if someone challenges and tries to disrupt the mandate, while claiming that National People’s Power (NPP) has the right to form councils in local bodies where the NPP has secured a majority as per the mandate.

Import delays and dry weather sparks nationwide salt shortage: Producers

A delay in implementing the Cabinet’s decision to import salt has led to the current nationwide shortage, the Sri Lanka Salt Producers Association alleged yesterday.“Cabinet approved a proposal to import 30,000 metric tonnes on March

UK Uni students serve ‘Belimal’ at Akurala Dansala

A group of University students from England visiting Sri Lanka serve ‘Belimal’ drink to Vesak spectators in Akurala, having prepared it themselves as part of a special ‘Belimal Dansala’ yesterday. Pic by Karandeniya M.Susil Piyantha

US $ 62 million Indian grant on KKS port Sri Lanka will decide on feasibility of project only

Sri Lanka will decide on the acceptance of over US $ 62 million grant for the development of Kankesanthurai Port (KKS), depending on the business feasibility of the project only, Deputy Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Janitha

Technical fault suspected in deadly SLAF Bell 212 crash, 6 military personnel dead

A possible mechanical failure is suspected to have caused the crash of a US-made Sri Lanka Air Force Bell 212 helicopter into the Maduru Oya Reservoir during a Special Forces demonstration yesterday, leaving six personnel

Divi Neguma officer sentenced to 20 years for soliciting sexual bribe

A Development Officer with the Divi Neguma Department has been sentenced to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment by Colombo High Court Judge Adithya Patabendige for soliciting sexual bribes from the mother of a seven-year-old

Teacher accused of molesting schoolgirl sent on compulsory leave: Ministry

The teacher allegedly involved in the molestation of a schoolgirl from a leading school in Kotahena has been sent on compulsory leave following the submission of a police B report, the Ministry of Education confirmed yesterday.

Local Authorities Election 2025

Local Authorities Election 2025

Comparison of Final Election Results 2024,2025

Comparison of Final Election Results 2024,2025

NPP rules out joining opposition parties to form councils: Tilvin

The National People’s Power (NPP) will not join hands with opposition parties rejected by the people to establish councils whereas the NPP will consider independent groups or individuals who are willing to work with the NPP, JVP General Secretary Tilvin Silva said yesterday.

Will Work with the Opposition to Ensure Transparent Local Governance : Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa yesterday said his party, the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), will respect the people’s verdict and cooperate with other opposition parties to ensure transparent and effective service delivery through local bodies where the opposition holds a majority.

UNP willing to form joint opposition administrations in local bodies

The United National Party (UNP) is willing to have a dialogue to determine ways and means to cooperate with other opposition parties to form joint administrations in local bodies which the opposition enjoys a, majority, party General Secretary Talatha Athukorala said yesterday.

This is just the beginning, Namal on LG polls results

In the wake of the just concluded Local Government (LG) elections, National Organiser of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), Namal Rajapaksa expressed renewed optimism about the party’s future, despite failing to secure control of any local councils.

Election peaceful, but Police on alert

While describing yesterday’s local government election as peaceful, police said armed security personnel will be stationed at counting centres across the country until the final results are officially released.

Prime Minister under probe over alleged election law violation

Sri Lanka’s main election monitoring body, People’s Action for Free and Fair Election (PAFFREL), has requested the Election Commission to inquire into the complaint that Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya violated the election by asking her party’s supporters to campaign even during the silent period.

Batalanda Commission report JVP should be worried more than anyone on investigations: Ruwan

It is the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) who should be worried about a possible court case and an investigation on the Batalanda detention camp, United National Party (UNP) Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene said.

Three-member committee to probe into Sabaragamuwa Uni student’s death

A three-member committee has been appointed to investigate the sudden death of a second-year student at the Sabaragamuwa University, who reportedly committed suicide following an alleged incident of ragging.

President seeks trade unions to cast aside old attitudes

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake urged trade unions not to struggle for petty demands, while calling on them to shed their old attitudes.