Flesh-eating bacteria in Japan: Sri Lankan health officials urge public not to panic

Amidst growing concerns over the spread of Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS), or commonly known as ‘flesh-eating bacteria’ across Japan, Sri Lankan health authorities have moved to reassure the public, emphasizing that there is no cause for panic.

Supreme Court has engaged in judicial cannibalism - President

President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday in Parliament criticized the Supreme Court saying that it is in a way engaged in judicial cannibalism.

4-year old found safe after spending night stranded in forest

Four-year-old Sivanathan Abhilash, who went missing on Monday (17) evening in the Duncan Estate within the Norwood Police area, was found yesterday in a forest within the same estate, Police said.

Constitutional Council rejects President’s proposal to extend AG’s term

The Constitutional Council yesterday rejected President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s proposal to extend the term of office for Attorney General Sanjay Rajaratnam (PC) by another six months.

Donkey population in Kalpitiya at risk

The unique donkey population native to the Kalpitiya Peninsula, which contributed to the area’s biodiversity, is facing the threat of extinction, causing concern among environmentalists.

SC justifies termination of employment on financial misconduct

The Supreme Court yesterday, in its judgement on an industrial dispute case, justified the termination of an employee’s employment on the grounds of financial misconduct.

HIV testing ramped up amid rising cases among youth

In response to the significant prevalence of HIV cases among young people between the ages 15-24, the health authorities have scaled up testing especially targeting the said group.

Rising trend in live-streaming sex content among youth

In a startling revelation, Sri Lanka’s law enforcement agencies have reported a surge in incidents regarding live-streaming sexual content involving youth, who are allegedly selling these explicit clips to international companies.

Most complaints against Police involve law non-enforcement, abuse of power

Most number of complaints received by the National Police Commission against the police in 2023 were related to the non-enforcement of laws, abuse of power and acting with partiality, according to a report by the National Audit Office.

Father embraces child after Eid Ul Adha prayers

Muslims gather at the Galle Face Green to engage in Eid Ul Adha prayers in celebration of Hajj.

Bus driver, conductor arrested for knocking down junglefowl, carrying carcass

The driver and conductor of a Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) bus were arrested after being found with the carcass of a junglefowl that the bus had accidentally struck while passing through the Thabbowa Wildlife Sanctuary.

EC initiates routine operations ahead of elections

In preparation for the upcoming elections, the Election Commission has launched routine operations aimed at ensuring a smooth electoral process.

11 month old girl dies after coconut falls on her head in Galaha

A eleven-month-old girl lost her life after a coconut fell on her head in Deltota, Galaha, police said. The victim, identified as Logeswaran Kiangshini, was a resident of Galaha Deltota Naranhinna estate.

Rajitha heading for a political somersault?

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Rajitha Senaratne yesterday said he would support Sri Lanka’s economic revival programme.

Lost in thought

A hapless-looking elderly person sits isolated on the concrete enclosure of a tree with a signboard which tells the importance of tree planting. When a tree is grown, it provides shade. Is he waiting for shelter?

Man kills youth for dancing with his wife at musical show

A 20-year-old youth died after being attacked and his throat slit following an argument at a music concert in Kalutara.

Head Guard falls off train between Ganemulla and Bulugahagoda

The Head Guard in the Trincomalee bound express train from Colombo had fallen off the train at Bulugahagoda area and the train had proceeded to Gampaha railway station without the Head Guard.

SJB and NPP have secretly accepted RW’s policies: Prasanna Ranatunga

Both Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and National People’s Power (NPP) have secretly accepted that policies of incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe is the way forward, Minister Prasanna Ranatunga said.

Hajj celebration fosters feelings of equality and brotherhood among all: President

President Ranil Wickremesinghe, in his Hajj message, said, that to achieve spiritual and worldly success, individuals must abandon selfishness and embrace a life of sacrifice and harmony. Muslims celebrate the Hajj festival each year with this noble aim in mind.

24% decrease in grave crimes after deployment of more policemen for patrolling

The total number of grave crimes has decreased by 24% in the past month following the deployment of 60% of police officers for patrolling in each police station island-wide in parallel to the ‘Yukthiya Operation,’ the latest statistics revealed.

CCTV evidence leads to issue over 4,500 fines for traffic violations

Traffic fines have been issued to more than 4,500 motorists who violated traffic rules, identified through the CCTV system in Colombo.

Peacock slaughtered, roasted and eaten: Police Hunt Vedda members, foreign national after viral video

Incident believed to have occurred in 2019 or 2020, gained attention after video footage circulated on social media

Alleged war crime Several countries working to file cases against Sri Lankan military leaders: Parliamentary Committee reveals

Several countries are currently working together to file cases in the relevant countries and international courts under the universal jurisdiction against the military leaders of Sri Lanka who were found to have committed war crimes,

Russia says military recruitment from Sri Lanka lawful: Ali Sabry

Sri Lanka seeks diplomatic engagement since matter has bilateral implications

Aluthgamage to file defamation case against Gunathilaka Rajapaksha

The alleged physical fisticuffs between MPs Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Gunathilaka Rajapaksha is being converted into a legal battle, with the former slated to file a defamation case against his colleague. MP A

Shooting at Uddika Premaratne’s vehicle, police seek court order to arrest ASP

The Ministry of Public Security said that the police will seek a court order for the arrest of Assistant Superintendent of Police Sanjeeva Mahanama, who has been accused of shooting at the vehicle of actor turned MP Uddika Premarat

Two-acre forest land in environmentally-sensitive area stripped naked by racketeers

Two suspects arrested, backhoe machine seized

Pharmacist selling intoxicant to schoolchildren fined

Ordered to publish an apology in a national newspaper

Contempt of court: legal battle on against Hirunika

Petitioner alleges that Hirunika made a statement to the media regarding the order of the Magistrate in granting bail to him

Keheliya further remanded

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella who was arrested over the import of substandard Immunoglobulin injections, was further remanded until June 28 by the Maligakanda Magistrate’s Court. The former Health Mini