Exchange rate error costs People’s Bank Rs. 656 Mn

The People’s Bank said that it is in the process of recovering approximately Rs. 656 million mistakenly paid to customers following a systemic exchange rate error in its remittance platform that affected transactions processed between May 2023 and March 2026.

Malwana student standoff draws PM’s attention

The attention of the Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Minister, and Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has been drawn to the situation involving a group of university students who have been staying for several days on a land in the Malwana area under the custody of the Dompe Divisional Secretariat.

Govt. imposes 50% Custom duty surcharge on vehicle imports

The Ministry of Finance has decided to levy a 50% surcharge on the prevailing Customs import duties applicable to all imported vehicles, effective immediately from today (May 16).

Another faulty financial transaction hits government

Ports, Civil Aviation and Energy Minister Aruna Karunathilleke confirmed to the Daily Mirror today that another transaction error had occurred in the payment of 74,000 UAE dirhams to a SriLankan Airlines service provider.

Who is delaying justice?

Concerns have been raised within the legal fraternity over the continuous delay in appointing judges to the Superior Courts, with eight vacancies currently remaining unfilled in the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal for several months.

Sri Lankan Girls Rescued from Predators

A new crop of future Sri Lanka women’s cricketers has surfaced unheralded, unsung and are currently in line to showcase themselves against the New Zealand second string team now touring the island having come through safe hands.

Arrest if any senior NDB officials if found to have aided Rs. 13 billion fraud: Court told

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama today observed that the Criminal Investigation Department should arrest and produce before the court if any senior officials of the National Development Bank (NDB) have aided and abetted the fraudulent misappropriation of Rs. 13 billion from the bank’s general ledger account.

CCTV at Aravinda de Silva’s residence was functional but not recording

Former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena’s suspicious death took place at the residence of Aravinda de Silva, where the CCTV cameras were operational, but the system had not been recording footage for a long period and no footage of the location where the death occurred had been captured by the CCTV system, the Colombo Crimes Division informed Colombo Fort Magistrate Pasan Amarasena today.

Dream of owning home in Sri Lanka slips further

The dream of owning a home in Sri Lanka is slipping further out of reach for everyday citizens, even as foreign money pours into the country’s luxury property market. While the economy shows signs of recovery and international investors are eagerly funding high-end apartments and hotels, local families are left facing a massive shortage of affordable housing.

UNP questions President’s congratulatory message to TN Chief Minister

The United National Party (UNP) today said it was surprising to see President Anura Kumara Dissanayake extend his personal congratulations to the recently elected Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, C. Joseph Vijay.

Govt. says SriLankan will not cut down on long haul flights

Amidst most global airlines cutting flights and shrinking operations due to skyrocketing jet fuel prices, the government has confirmed that national carrier SriLankan Airlines will continue all its current international routes without any cuts, even as major carriers around the world struggle to survive rising costs.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay makes first intervention on Indo-Lanka fishermen issue

New Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has urged External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar to take immediate diplomatic action to secure the release of 54 Indian fishermen and 264 fishing boats currently detained by Sri Lankan authorities, following the latest arrest of six fishermen by the Sri Lanka Navy.

Court told facial recognition could not unlock Chandrasena’s iPhone

The magisterial inquiry into the suspicious death of former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena was held today before Colombo Fort Magistrate Pasan Amarasena.

198 foreign nationals arrested in Southern Province over cybercrimes

Sri Lankan police have arrested 198 foreign nationals across three locations in the Southern Province on suspicion of involvement in organized cybercrime. The raids took place in Midigama, Hikkaduwa, and Galle, targeting groups allegedly operating digital fraud centers.

Water tariff revision due on June 30: Minister

The next revision of water tariffs will take place on June 30, Minister of Housing, Construction and Water Supply Susil Ranasinghe said.

Four women arrested following viral motorcycle video

Buttala Police have arrested four women after a video showing three young women riding dangerously on a motorcycle without safety helmets went viral on social media.

Firms from war torn Middle East show interest in Mattala airport

Some leading companies from the Middle East which is now caught in the Israeli/ US war with Iran are among the parties that have shown interests in investing in the Mattala international airport, according to a Minister.

MPs appointed as District Health Coordinating Officers

The government has appointed Members of Parliament as District Health Coordinating Officers in a move to strengthen health coordination across every district, the Ministry of Health said.

Sanjula Manoj wins the inaugural season of MasterChef Sri Lanka

After months of intense competition, emotional moments, and exceptional culinary performances, Sanjula Manoj has emerged as the winner of the inaugural season of MasterChef Sri Lanka, earning the title of Sri Lanka’s first-ever MasterChef.

Electricity tariffs to rise by 18% for high-consumption users

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced a decision to increase electricity tariffs by 18% for the second and third quarters of 2026.

Post-mortem of former SriLankan Airlines CEO to be conducted today

The post-mortem examination of the former Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, is scheduled to take place today, May 9.

Magistrate orders arrest of Ven. Hemarathana Thera over alleged abuse of a 15-year old girl

Anuradhapura Chief Magistrate today ordered the arrest of Anuradhapura Atamasthadipathi Ven. Pallegama Hemarathana Thera who is suspected to have abused a 15-year-old girl, and her mother involved in the incident.

Kapila Chandrasena found dead at cricketer Aravinda de Silva’s residence

Investigations have revealed that Kapila Chandrasena, the former Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines, was found dead early Friday morning at the residence of legendary Sri Lankan cricketer Aravinda de Silva in Kollupitiya.

Former SriLankan Airlines CEO found dead

Former Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, was found dead at his residence in Kollupitiya under suspicious circumstances, police said.

Parliament approves regulations on free visa for 40 countries

Parliament today approved the regulations under the Immigration and Emigration Act which would allow free visa facility for 40 countries as proposed by the government in a move to boost tourism.

Warrant issued for arrest of Kapila Chandrasena

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama issued a warrant for the arrest of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena over allegations that the bail conditions imposed by court had been violated through the production of unsuitable sureties.

Aswesuma funds paid twice

In what appeared to be yet another transaction error on the part of the NPP government, Aswesuma beneficiaries have been paid twice, the Daily Mirror learns.

Supreme Court affirms death sentence for convicts in Vidya murder case

The Supreme Court today affirmed the death sentences imposed on four convicts on death row over the rape and murder of Sivaloganathan Vidya.

Trial against Kumara Jayakody to begin June 17

Colombo High Court Judge Rashantha Godawela has fixed June 17 to commence the trial in the case filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption against former Power and Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody.

Vehicle prices hike further

The implementation of a 2.5% increase in the Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL) has triggered a sharp rise in Sri Lanka’s vehicle import sector, with importers warning that prices of all imported vehicles have increased from May 1, adding fresh pressure on already strained consumers.