Ukrainian woman arrested over assault on Sri Lankan in Mount Lavinia

A Ukrainian national was arrested late last night for allegedly behaving in a disorderly manner and assaulting a Sri Lankan woman in Mount Lavinia, Police said.

Audio clip on coal tender ‘Distorted’, says Lanka Coal Chairman

The Lanka Coal Company (Pvt) Ltd has rejected claims circulating on social media regarding a telephone conversation linked to its emergency coal procurement process.

April 19 declared day of prayers for Easter Sunday attack victims

The Catholic church in Sri Lanka has declared April 19, 2026 as a day of prayer for the victims of the Easter Sunday bomb attacks, Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith said today.

Sri Lanka on affected list as police clearance mandatory in UAE visa rule

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced a new visa regulation making police clearance certificates mandatory for applicants from selected countries, with Sri Lanka included on the list.

US-Iran talks pause for now, disagreements remain

U.S. Vice President JD Vance said on Sunday that his negotiating ​team was leaving Pakistan after not reaching a deal with Iran after 21 hours of negotiations.

Secretary to President complains to CID over coal imports

The Secretary to the President has lodged a complaint with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) requesting a formal investigation into coal imports since 2009.

Police on high alert over drugs hidden in children’s toys

Police have been placed on high alert following a disturbing trend in which drug traffickers are using children’s toys to conceal and transport illegal narcotics through courier services, the Daily Mirror learns.

Ranil taken to Singapore for medical care as CID is after doctors treating him here: Wajira

The United National Party (UNP) said that its leader and former President Ranil Wickremesinghe had to be taken to Singapore for medical treatment because the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) was on a witch-hunt against Sri Lankan doctors who treated him.

Colombo Central Bus Stand damage may be organised act: Deputy Minister

Damage caused to sanitary facilities at the newly renovated Colombo Central Bus Stand may be the result of an organised activity, Transport and Highways Deputy Minister M.M. Prasanna Kumara Gunasena said.

Electricity bills in focus as IMF reforms, global costs drive tariff pressure

Electricity bills are set to remain in fresh focus as Sri Lanka pushes ahead with IMF-backed reforms, with rising global energy costs forcing further tariff pressure even as authorities try to protect struggling households.

Record lottery prize to be awarded tomorrow

The Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Co-operative Development is preparing to award the largest lottery prize in its history, with a winning cheque exceeding Rs. 620 million.

Colombo Fort Railway Station modernization project launched

The government officially commenced the modernization of the Colombo Fort Railway Station today, (April 9). The project’s inauguration was presided over by Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the station premises.

Contract to procure coal signed without AG’s approval

A contract to procure coal was signed with Trident Chemphar Limited without obtaining the approval of the Attorney General, according to a report by the Auditor General investigating the alleged fraud.

Sri Lanka records nearly 15 million local malware attacks in 2025: Kaspersky

Sri Lanka recorded 14,960,244 local malware incidents in 2025, with 37.4% of users affected by threats spread through removable media such as USB drives, CDs and DVDs, according to the latest Kaspersky Security Bulletin. The country ranks 48th globally for local threat exposure.

SriLankan Airlines restructuring; Government uncertain on path ahead

Despite having a principled position that SriLankan Airlines, the national carrier, should be revitalized, the government still remains undecided whether it should involve the private sector or retain sole authority, according to Ports and Aviation Minister Anura Karunatilake.

Iran claims ‘victory’ over US and Israel after Trump’s ceasefire announcement

Since President Trump agreed to a two‑week ceasefire with Iran, Tehran is now calling the outcome a major victory after the United States accepted, in principle, to its 10-point plan, according to a statement from the Supreme National Security Council of Iran.

Scheduled water cuts announced as reservoir levels drop

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced scheduled water supply suspensions as reservoir levels feeding the Labugama and Kalatuwawa water treatment plants continue to decline due to the prevailing dry weather.

Diesel, petrol concessions for three months from May

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced a series of relief measures, including fuel concessions and financial support, aimed at easing the burden on the public.

NDB fraud exposes control gaps as losses climb to Rs.13.2bn

A control failure that began beneath the surface has now forced National Development Bank PLC (NDB) to confront a multi-billion-rupee fraud, testing both its governance framework and the broader confidence in the banking system.

Govt cancels weekly Wednesday holiday

The government has announced the cancellation of the weekly Wednesday holiday granted to public sector offices, with effect from April 8.

Patients in the lurch as doctors, health ministry lock horns

Patients across the country are bearing the brunt of an escalating standoff between the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) and health authorities as a bitter dispute over post-internship appointments spirals into a full-blown crisis.

NDB Bank fraud shock deepens to Rs. 13.2 bn

National Development Bank PLC (NDB) said an internal fraud has been quantified at about 13.2 billion Sri Lankan rupees, sharply higher than earlier estimates.

Vidya’s murderer attempts sexual assault again

One of the seven persons who gang-raped and murdered schoolgirl Sivaloganathan Vidya in Jaffna is 2013 is alleged to have attempted to sexually abuse a lady doctor on duty at the prison in Pallekelle, Kandy where he is kept since conviction.

LP Gas prices increased due to global market surge

Due to rising global energy costs linked to the ongoing international conflict, Litro Gas Lanka Company has announced an increase in domestic LP gas prices with effect from midnight today.

Fuel station owners to hold silent protest at CPC tomorrow

The Petroleum Distributors Association (PDA) has announced that fuel station owners across the island will stage a silent protest in front of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) tomorrow (06) at 9.30 a.m., citing several unresolved issues affecting their operations.

12-hour water cut in Padukka tonight

A 12-hour water cut will be imposed in Padukka and surrounding areas from 8.00 pm today till 8.00 am tomorrow, the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) said.

NWSDB to further trim duration of water cuts in Colombo areas

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced plans to further shorten the duration of scheduled water cuts in several areas across Colombo.

Foreign cybercrime suspects to face Sri Lankan law, no immediate deportation: Police

Amid a rising number of foreign nationals allegedly involved in cybercrime and online scams in Sri Lanka, police said that offenders will be prosecuted under the country’s Cybercrimes Act and will not be immediately deported or allowed to leave the country.

Royal-Trinity Blockbuster at the Stadium

The curtains of the Dialog Schools Rugby Knockout tournament will come down tomorrow (04) with Trinity, the league champions and knockout runners-up of 2025, clashing against arch Bradby Shield rivals Royal in quest for the title to be kicked off tomorrow at the Sugathadasa Stadium from 4.15 p.m. onwards.

Water cut duration reduced to 18 hours

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board has announced that the ongoing 24-hour water cut imposed in several areas will be reduced to 18 hours.