SC affirms foreign university graduates are proud citizens of this country too

The Supreme Court, in a judgment relating to a Fundamental Rights petition filed by 66 graduates holding bachelor’s degrees from various foreign universities, observed that just as much as those who graduate from State universities, foreign university graduates too are proud citizens of this country.

Bond scam has cost more than Rs 7 billion to CB and EPF

It is assumed that the famous bond scam of 2015 has cost more than 7 billion to the Central Bank (CB) and EPF though the total impact on it to the national economy is yet to be computed, Parliament was informed yesterday.

Woman remanded over alleged deliberate killing of street dog in Pannipitiya

A woman arrested over the death of a street dog allegedly run over intentionally in Pannipitiya has been remanded until December 9 by the Homagama Magistrate’s Court.

75% of women face abuse on public transport in Sri Lanka: Minister

Women and Child Affairs Minister Saroja Savitri Paulraj has revealed that 75% of women using public transport in Sri Lanka have experienced abuse at least once in their lives.

10 factories caught making ‘Madana Modaka’ illegally

The Health authorities say that about 10 places in the country are making ‘Madana Modaka’ illegally. These factories use too much hemp, more than what is allowed by law.

Heavy rains, floods loom as low-pressure system intensifies

A developing low-pressure system near the South Andaman Sea is set to bring torrential rains and raise flood risks across several provinces, authorities warned. With major rivers already at high levels, residents in low-lying areas are

Sri Lanka braces for heavy showers in coming days

Sri Lanka is set for several more days of unsettled weather, with the Meteorology Department warning of continued showers and thunderstorms across most parts of the island.

Nearly one-fifth of Sri Lankans suffer from depression: Study

Depression in Sri Lanka is alarmingly high, with nearly one-fifth or 19.4 per cent of the total Sri Lankan population suffering from it. In a comparison with other Asian countries, the prevalence of depression in Sri Lanka is notably higher, with only 16.1 per cent of Asians experiencing this mental health condition, according to a joint study by the University of Peradeniya and the University of Kelaniya.

Complaints against police surge

The National Police Commission has recorded a steady increase in public complaints against the Sri Lanka Police from 2021 to 2024, according to its latest audit report.

Doctor arrested over sexual abuse of patient in Kahathuduwa

A 40-year-old doctor has been arrested for sexually abusing a 26-year-old woman at the Wethara District Hospital in Kahathuduwa.

Adverse weather kills 10, affects 1,790 people

Adverse weather conditions have killed ten people and affected more than 1,790 people and 504 families in Ratnapura, Kegalle, Badulla, Matara, Hambantota, Galle, Gampaha, Kalutara, Kilinochchi and Jaffna Districts have been affected by the adverse situation data put out by the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) by yesterday evening.

15,000 families living in landslide and rockfall risk areas: NBRO warns

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has warned that nearly 15,000 families are living in 250 high-risk areas across the country, making them vulnerable to landslides and rockfalls.

Over 5,000 waiting for heart surgery at Colombo National Hospital

Nearly 5,000 patients are currently on the waiting list for heart surgery at the Colombo National Hospital, and some may have to wait up to four years for their operation, Chairman of the Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance for Medical and Civil Rights Chairman Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa said.

Chasing elephants creates more issues: Expert warns

Despite wildlife officials expressing confidence on the ongoing efforts to drive wild elephants out of Hambantota villages, Environmental law expert Dr. Jagath Gunawardana said it’s only worsening the human–elephant conflict rather than resolving it.

Many young women leaving probation homes turn to sex work, Report says

The Praja Shakthi Development Foundation says many young women who leave probation and child detention centres at age 18 are turning to sex work because they have no proper job training or support.

Policing the police: IGP targets corruption, drug links, in Police ranks

Sri Lanka’s police service is undergoing one of its most extensive internal clean-ups in recent years, with Inspector General of Police (IGP) Priyantha Weerasooriya intensifying a crackdown on corruption and narcotics-linked misconduct across the force, the Daily Mirror learns.

Sheltered under different umbrellas

The leaders of the joint opposition who conducted the anti-government rally in Nugegoda hold umbrellas to cover from rain. Pic by Nisal Baduge

We will topple the government at the earliest opportunity: Namal vows at Nugegoda rally

SLPP National Organiser Namal Rajapaksa said the opposition, united in this fashion, will be working for unseating the government at the earliest opportunity available.

Pakistani PM hosts Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, Pakistan cricket teams for lunch

The Prime Minister of Pakistan, Shehbaz Sharif, hosted the Sri Lanka, Zimbabwe, and Pakistan cricket teams for a state luncheon at his house on 19 November 2025. The event was attended by the Federal Minister for Interior and

Flight attendant goes to court

A flight attendant has filed a case against well known Sri Lankan cricketer Chamika Karunaratne, requesting that he either marry her or be ordered to pay maintenance for their child.

Opposition calls for Select Committee to probe Judicial Service Commission

Opposition MPs representing the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), New Democratic Front (NDF), and Sarvajana Balaya have called for the appointment of a Select Committee to investigate

Information Department suspends media IDs for non-essential officials

The Department of Information has suspended the issuance of media identity cards to media secretaries of ministers and officials of government institutions.

Increase in young male elephants linked to rising elephant conflicts: Wildlife Dept.

The number of juvenile (young male elephants) in Sri Lanka has increased over the past three national elephant surveys, contributing to a rise in elephant–elephant conflict, Acting Director General of the Wildlife Conservation Department Ranjan Marasinghe said yesterday.

More than 5,000 suspects arrested for drug trafficking released on bail, 250 remain in custody

Out of more than 5,000 suspects arrested for drug trafficking, only around 250 have been remanded in custody by the courts, while the remainder have been released on bail, Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ananda Wijepala said.

Air rifles to be issued to farmers to control macaque monkeys

The Department of Agriculture has decided to issue air rifles to farmers to protect cultivated land from macaque monkeys, and giant squirrels.

One year on Pressure mounts on Govt. as Easter Sunday probe lacks results

The recent remarks made by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Parliament have cast doubt on the integrity of the investigations into the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks after he revealed that critical evidence had gone missing, potentially hindering the ongoing probe.

SL’s healthcare system can save roughly Rs. 3.32 trillion with tobacco reduction strategies

Sri Lanka’s healthcare system has the opportunity to save up to GBP 8.2 billion in around 30 years, through comprehensive Tobacco Harm Reduction (THR), a medical expert on tobacco regulation declared recently.

Probe 90% complete in case against Ranil Wikremesinghe: AG tells court

The Attorney General yesterday informed Fort Magistrate Isuru Neththikumara that investigations into the case filed against former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, over the alleged misuse of Rs. 16.6 million in State funds, will be completed within a month and that steps will thereafter be taken to institute proceedings before a higher court.

snake causes commotion in Speaker’s office

A tense situation arose yesterday morning (18) at the Parliamentary office of Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne after a snake was spotted inside the premises.

No talks yet on recall of Thai elephants Minister

The Sri Lankan and Thai governments have not held any discussions regarding the potential recall of two elephants gifted to Sri Lanka, Environment Minister Dr. Dhammika Prasad said yesterday, assuring that the