Lorry carrying explosives seized on Habarana-Trincomalee Road

Police have seized a lorry transporting explosives along the Habarana-Trincomalee main road.

Indictments served on Lakshman Yapa over alleged misuse of BOI funds

The Colombo High Court today served indictments on former Minister Lakshman Yapa Abeywardena and former Director General of the Board of Investment (BOI), Jayanta Edirisinghe, over the alleged misuse of BOI funds in 2014.

SL lacks reform momentum despite political shift: Top economist

Sri Lanka is falling short of delivering the structural transformation it claims to seek, despite the growing rhetoric around revival and sustainable growth, warned internationally renowned economist Prof. Razeen Sally.

Customs clears backlog, eases congestion at Colombo Port

The Sri Lanka Customs Department has successfully completed the clearance of import containers that had caused significant congestion at the Colombo Port in recent weeks.

Largest FDI under NPP govt. still in limbo

The $ 3.7 billion investment project by Sinopec in Hambantota - the largest ever Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Sri Lanka - is still in limbo even after the lapse of six months because of differences between the government and the company on the local market share component, Daily Mirror learns.

Sri Lanka announces squad for Bangladesh ODI series

The Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Committee has announced a 16-member squad for the upcoming three-match One Day International (ODI) series against Bangladesh, scheduled for July 2, 5, and 8, 2025.

Former SriLankan Airlines Chairman Nishantha Wickramasinghe arrested

Former SriLankan Airlines Chairman Nishantha Wickramasinghe has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) in connection with an ongoing investigation into aircraft procurement during his tenure.

Two NPP members of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha abducted: Party says

Two National People’s Power (NPP) members of the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha, who were on their way for the council meeting to elect the Chairman, have been abducted, the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) media unit said.

Customs defends halt on cross-border LC vehicle imports, cites widespread duty fraud

Sri Lanka Customs yesterday defended its recent decision to halt the clearance of vehicles imported under cross-border Letters of Credit (LCs), citing the measure as a crucial step to combat significant tax evasion through fraudulent under-valuation.

Iran ready to increase imports from Sri Lanka amid Middle East tensions

In the wake of the current Middle- East crisis sparked by a 12-day conflict between Iran and Israel involving the United States, Iran today expressed readiness to enhance trade relations with Sri Lanka, particularly in importing tea.

Indictments filed against Keheliya Rambukwella and his family members

The Bribery Commission filed indictments with 43 charges agianst former Media, Health and Environment Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and five other family members.

Sri Lankan Kottu, Vatalappam added to Oxford English Dictionary

Sri Lanka’s rich culinary and cultural heritage has received global recognition as several locally popular words have been officially added to the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) in its June 2025 update.

Hundreds of vehicles stranded as Sri Lanka Customs enforces decade-old import rule

Hundreds of vehicles are stranded at the port, with hundreds more on the way, after Sri Lanka Customs abruptly halted the clearance of vehicles imported under cross-border Letters of Credit (LCs) starting May 26 , this year.

Starlink internet service to launch for local customers after one-week inspection

The Starlink satellite internet service will be made available to local customers following a one-week inspection of the service, Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) Director General Bandula Herath said.

Nawalapitiya UC goes to Mahindananda-backed Independent group

An independent group has taken control of the Nawalapitiya Urban Council following its inaugural meeting held this morning.

Govt. approves purchase of 200 super luxury buses for expressway service

The government has granted approval to purchase 200 new super luxury buses for expressway operations, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

Top neurosurgeon has performed surgeries on brain-dead patients

During the ongoing corruption case involving Dr. Maheshi Surasinghe Wijerathna, a consultant neurosurgeon at Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital, the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) told court yesterday that she had allegedly performed surgeries on brain-dead patients.

No fuel shortages expected despite Iran-Israel tensions: CPC Chairman

Amid growing concerns over the potential impact of the Iran-Israel conflict on Sri Lanka’s fuel supply, Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) Chairman Janaka Rajakaruna assured the public yesterday that the country has already secured sufficient fuel stocks for the next two months.

Woman arrested for attempting to pay fine with counterfeit currency

A woman was arrested by Hambantota Police yesterday morning after attempting to pay a court fine using counterfeit currency notes at the Hambantota Magistrate’s Court.

Special traffic plan for Bohra Convention

A special traffic plan will be in place in view of the upcoming Bohra convention, scheduled to take place on June 25, and from June 27 to July 5, at the Bambalapitiya Bohra Mosque and the Sri Lanka Exhibition and Convention Centre, Police said.

Specialist Neurosurgeon of Jayewardenepura Hospital, two others further remanded

A specialist neurosurgeon at the Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital, a management assistant and her employee ordered to be further remanded till July 8 by Colombo Cheif Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali Jayathunga today, over allegations of corruption.

Sri Lanka boosts security for Israeli, Iranian tourists

In response to the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel, a minister said that Sri Lanka has enhanced security at key locations and reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding all tourists and citizens.

Briefed former President on plans to fight organised crime: Deshabandu

He briefed former President Ranil Wickremeisnghe of the programme he had in his mind to fight organised crime and drug related offences, IGP Deshabandu Tennekoon told the commission probing allegations against him.

Plate printing halt hits 15,000 vehicles

The disruption in license plate printing has resulted in a backlog of approximately 15,000 vehicles awaiting number plates since May 1 this year, according to the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT).

Drug shortage puts medical professionals in quandary

In the wake of Daily Mirror’s reports on the prevailing shortage of critical drugs, medical specialists have raised serious concerns over the lack of clear directives from the Ministry of Health regarding how doctors should act when essential medical items are not available within the public health system.

Sri Lanka to turn to Nigeria for fuel imports amid global uncertainty

In the midst of escalation of tension in the Middle-East and concerns over further disruption in fuel supply chain , Sri Lanka has decided to explore the possibility of importing petroleum products from Nigeria, an official said yesterday.

GMOA requests CID probe into forged letter

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has requested the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) to launch an urgent investigation into what it described as a deliberate attempt to tarnish the union’s image through forged documents and false social media content.

Trump says US bombed three Iran nuclear sites, including Fordow

President Donald Trump said Saturday that the US military struck three sites in Iran, directly joining Israel’s effort to decapitate the country’s nuclear program in a risky gambit to weaken a longtime foe amid Tehran’s threat of reprisals that could spark a wider regional conflict.

CEB introduces new solar tariffs to support small installations

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has announced new flat tariffs for rooftop solar power systems under a 20-year agreement.

Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma resigns as MP, set to become Treasury secretary

Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma has tendered his resignation as a Member of Parliament.