Mahinda, Maithripala ask for bullet proof vehicles back

The Ministry of Public Security is reviewing requests by former Presidents Mahinda Rajapaksa and Maithripala Sirisena to return bulletproof vehicles previously allocated to them, Minister Ananda Wijepala told the Daily Mirror.

Motorist gets judge’s sympathy

A motorist who allegedly blocked a High Court judge’s vehicle, used obscene language, and threatened him was released after the judge personally intervened, police said.

Govt. agrees for a PSC to probe container clearance drama

The Government has agreed to appoint a Parliamentary Select Committee (PSC) to probe the clearance of 323 red labelled containers from the port.

D.V. Chanaka cites Daily Mirror article in Parliament over drug shortage

The Daily Mirror article on drug shortage titled “Bypass patient compelled to bring drugs worth over Rs. 100,000 from outside” was highlighted in Parliament yesterday by SLPP MP D.V. Chanaka.

John Keells CG Auto urges expedited release of detained BYD vehicles

John Keells CG Auto (Pvt) Ltd, the authorised distributor of BYD vehicles in Sri Lanka, yesterday emphasised the necessity of expediting the release of BYD vehicles detained by the Sri Lanka Customs (SLC).

Government’s budgetary implementation slower than usual - World Bank report

The government’s implementation of the budgeted amounts remained unusually slow during the first seven months of the year, a decline of 19.8 per cent compared to the corresponding period of last year, according to a World Bank

Week of tragedy: Five young lives lost in drowning incidents

This week saw a series of tragic incidents in which at least five students lost their lives, most in drowning accidents reported from different parts of the country.

Let CID handle it: Catholic Church

In the wake of discussions in Parliament yesterday (09) regarding the identification of the main conspirator behind the Easter Sunday bomb attacks, as claimed by MP Nizam Kariapper quoting Secretary to the Ministry of Public Security Ravi Seneviratne, the Catholic Church said the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) should deal with the mastermind

‘Ravi Seneviratne disclosed that the mastermind of the Easter Sunday attack has been identified’ – Opposition MP

Parliament went into chaos yesterday after Sri Lanka Muslim Congress MP Nizam Kariyapper, posted a statement on X quoting the Secretary to Ministry of Public Security Ravi Seneviratne saying that the mastermind behind the Easter Sunday attacks has been identified.

Suwa Seriya name, logo to be changed: Harsha

Colombo, Oct. 9 (Daily Mirror) - Samagi Jana Balavegaya (SJB) MP Harsha de Silva today sounded an alarm over a move to change the name and logo of the Suwa Seriya ambulance service.

Over 50,000 tri-forces personnel deserted; authorities intensify arrests

The Defence Ministry and Police have stepped up operations to arrest and take action against over 50,000 tri-forces members, including officers, who have left the service or are absent without official leave (AWOL), the Daily Mirror learns.

One month period lapses: No FR petition filed by former President Ranil challenging his arrest

It has been evidenced that former President Ranil Wickremesinghe did not invoke the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court to challenge his arrest by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) within the one-month period prescribed under the Constitution.

Gold rockets past $4,000

Gold fever has gripped the globe once again. The metal that built empires and calmed crises has smashed through $4,000 an ounce, its highest level in history — the boldest surge since the 1970s.

How has Sri Lanka destroyed Matheesha Pathirana?

Having played in the most competitive franchise cricket league in the world - the Indian Premier League (IPL) even before his debut for Sri Lanka national team, Matheesha Pathirana was primed to be the next big thing in Sri Lankan pace bowling history, but fast forward two years he finds himself in a situation where he’d be incredibly lucky to be included in the squad for TWO World Cup.

Energy Minister silent over Daily Mirror report

Energy Minister Eng. Kumara Jayakody did not respond to the question raised in Parliament by MP Ravi Karunanayake under the headline “Threat of power cuts looms?” published in today’s Daily Mirror.

Bribery DG’s wife worked for Arjuna Mahendran : MP

Director General Dissanayake, who now holds a senior post as DG, was overstepping his role by frequently appearing before the media

SL’s public transportation undergoes major upgrades

The public transportation system of Sri Lanka including Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) which was said to be “ fallen into depths deeper than the Mariana trench” by minister Bimal Rathnayake, is currently undergoing major upgrades with new laws enforced for bus drivers, upgrades to railway stations and bus stands, modernizing transport by introducing digital ticketing systems and modern low rise buses.

Minister’s son caught smoking e-cigarette in school, MP alleges

Dropping a bomb shell in Parliament, opposition MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake yesterday alleged that a son of a cabinet minister had been found smoking an electronic cigarette (e-cigarette) At Badulla Mahavidayalaya recently.

Harini makes U-Turn on LGBTQ Tourism, says govt. won’t allow it

The government made an embarrassing U-turn once again yesterday, when Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya informed Parliament that the government had no plans to promote LGBTQ tourism or give special privileges to any particular group as mentioned in a recent letter by the SLTDA Chairman.

Boy dies after tragic accident at Colombo Swimming Club

The eight-year-old boy who was critically injured in an incident at the Colombo Swimming Club has passed away, according to hospital sources.

Ten women conceive as sperm bank brings hope

The newly established sperm bank at Castle Street Hospital for Women in Colombo has produced encouraging results with ten women successfully conceiving through the facility’s services, hospital officials said.

Over 4,000 breakdowns reported islandwide

Meanwhile, Ananda Palitha said that over 4,000 electricity breakdowns had been reported across the country as of yesterday due to adverse weather conditions. He warned that restoration work may be delayed, as their work-to-rule

Chinese investments main reason for low-cost renewable energy in SL

Chinese investment in the renewable energy sector is the reason why people enjoy low-cost energy and helped Sri Lanka transition from fossil fuel to renewable energy, which currently produces over 50 per cent of energy, an official said.

Shortage of dialysis needles pushes prices up to Rs. 760

The price of injection needles used in the dialysis treatment of kidney patients has risen to Rs. 760, causing great anxiety among patients.

30,000 power breakdowns reported as CEB work-to-rule campaign drags on

More than 30,000 electricity breakdowns were reported across the country on Sunday due to adverse weather, with the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) Technicians’ Union warning of delayed restoration efforts as their work-to-rule campaign entered its 32nd consecutive day.

Certain laws have become obstacles in resolving medicine shortage: Nalinda

Certain laws and regulations have become an obstacle in resolving the current medicine shortage, Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said yesterday.

Sri Lanka experiencing inter-monsoon rains

Additional reporting by Palitha Ariyawansa and Prasad Rukmal

Over 400 dead as human-elephant conflict turns deadlier

The ongoing human-elephant conflict in Sri Lanka has claimed the lives of 427 people and pachyderms within the first nine months of this year, data revealed.

UNHRC adopts new resolution on Sri Lanka

The UN Human Rights Council in Geneva on Monday adopted a resolution to promote reconciliation, accountability and human rights in Sri Lanka.

32 Pigeons handed over to Dehiwala Zoo for safekeeping stolen

It has been reported that 32 pigeons have been stolen from the Dehiwala Zoological Gardens.