Lawyer discharged with warning after admitting professional misconduct

An Attorney-at-Law was today discharged subject to a formal warning by the Supreme Court after pleading guilty to an act of professional misconduct, with the court cautioning him to exercise greater diligence in the future to avoid conduct that could undermine the integrity of the legal profession and the administration of justice.

Krrish deal case against Namal fixed for February

The case against Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa over the alleged Krrish deal was today fixed for February 16 by the Colombo High Court.

Pay or not to pay? Cabraal has to pay

The Colombo High Court on December 10 permitted the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) to withdraw the indictments filed against former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal in connection with the controversial Greek bond transaction, subject to stringent conditions recommended by the CIABOC.

China extends full support to boost Sri Lanka’s economy

Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of the People’s Republic of China, Wang Dongming, stated that China would extend its full support to the Government of Sri Lanka’s efforts to rebuild the lives of the Sri Lankan people and overcome the challenges posed by Cyclone Ditwah, expressing confidence that Sri Lanka will recover rapidly under the leadership of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Sri Lanka’s current growth level insufficient to create jobs - World Bank experts say

Sri Lanka’s current economic growth rates will not be sufficient to create jobs for one million people entering the workforce in the next decade, a leading World Bank economist said.

NPP will take disciplinary action against Ranwala if he has cheated on doctorate: Nalinda

The National People’s Power (NPP) will take disciplinary action against former Speaker Ashoka Ranwala if he has cheated on his doctorate, Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said.

Cop suspended over alleged biscuit-sharing with key suspect

A police sergeant has been suspended over alleged inappropriate conduct involving Takshi Nandakumara, a suspect currently being held on a 90-day detention order in connection with the killing of organised criminal Ganemulla Sanjeewa inside the Hulftsdorp court complex.

Attempts at trafficking, exploiting disaster-hit children on the rise

In the wake of Cyclone Ditwah, the Women and Child Affairs Ministry warned of increased attempts by certain elements for child trafficking and exploitation, a spokesperson said.

Sri Lanka could face economic crisis by Sinhala New Year: Harin

Sri Lanka could face an economic crisis by the Sinhala New Year 2026, fueled by Cyclone Ditwah as it has been predicted by former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, United National Party (UNP) Deputy General Secretary Harin Fernando said today.

Former CPC Chairman arrested on corruption charges

Former Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), Dhammika Ranatunga was arrested today (15) by officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) in connection with an ongoing investigation.

Safety concerns mount for females in evacuation centres after Ditwah

Conditions in evacuation centres set up following Cyclone Ditwah have raised serious safety concerns, as overcrowding and the lack of privacy increase the risk of violence against vulnerable groups, particularly adolescent girls, elderly women, and women with disabilities, humanitarian agencies point out.

Govt. to call for international donor conference

The government is planning to convene an international donor conference to seek assistance for rebuilding the disaster-hit country, Foreign Affairs Minister Vijitha Herath told the Daily Mirror.

Kandy Deputy Mayor’s daughter among 27 arrested at Facebook-organised drug party

Twenty-seven persons, including the 26-year-old daughter of Kandy Deputy Mayor Ruwan Kumara of the National People’s Power, who were arrested with narcotics following a police raid on a party organised through social media in Teldeniya, were released on bail.

Sri Lankan passenger arrested for smuggling whiskey at BIA

A 28-year-old Sri Lankan businessman from Minuwangoda was arrested yesterady for attempting to bring a stock of foreign-made whiskey into the country illegally.

US Ambassador nominee outlines Washington’s priorities for Sri Lanka

US President Donald Trump’s nominee for ambassador to Sri Lanka has told lawmakers that Washington will focus on maritime security, economic reforms and countering China’s expanding influence in the Indian Ocean, as Sri Lanka continues its recovery from the 2022 economic crisis and a deadly cyclone this year.

Rape remains a widespread growing issue in Sri Lanka: Court of Appeal

The Court of Appeal, in its judgement, observed that rape remains a widespread and growing issue in Sri Lanka, casting a long shadow over the nation’s social fabric.

Sri Lankans have the highest IQ in South Asia

As of 2025, Sri Lankans have the highest average IQ levels in South Asia with an average IQ level of 102, which has also been ranked in the top 12 countries with the highest average IQ level in the world, according to the data from International IQ Test (IIT).

Former Speaker Ashoka Ranwala granted bail

Former Speaker and NPP Parliamentarian Ashoka Ranwala, arrested in connection with a vehicular collision in Sapugaskanda on the night of December 11, has been granted bail.

Meteorologists say cyclone alerts were issued on time

The Sri Lanka Association of Meteorologists says officials of the Department of Meteorology followed proper Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) when issuing alerts ahead of Cyclone Ditwah, allowing fishing and naval communities to take early precautions and save lives.

Ashoka Ranwala arrested

Former Speaker and MP Ashoka Ranwala has been arrested in connection with the accident in Sapugaskanda last night.

Sri Lanka’s upcountry geography altered by cyclone Ditwah

Sri Lanka’s upcountry geography has changed in certain areas due to landslides triggered by cyclone Ditwah, warranting revision of the land-use map series in view of several areas severely, Surveyor General N.K.U. Rohana said.

Cabinet approves two 50MW wind power projects in Mannar

The Cabinet has approved the establishment of two new wind power plants each with a capacity of 50 megawatts in Mullikulum, Mannar, as part of the government’s push to generate 70% of Sri Lanka’s electricity from renewable energy by 2030.

Distribution of aid, compensation after Ditwah: Officials face public pressure

Officials involved in distributing relief and compensation in the aftermath of Cyclonic Storm Ditwah, which left severe destruction across Sri Lanka are increasingly coming under pressure from multiple fronts, Daily Mirror learns.

Search operations for the missing to continue

Search operations at landslide sites will continue unless family members or relatives of those missing request otherwise, or the government takes a policy decision to discontinue them, an official said yesterday.

Jaffna Magistrate asks former President to submit affidavit on death threats

The Jaffna Magistrate ordered former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa to submit an affidavit on the death threats he is currently facing before February 6, 2026. This order was given as Rajapaksa informed the court that he was unable to appear before the magistrate courts because of death threats.

Lal Kantha lashes out over lack of NBRO clarity

Minister K.D. Lal Kantha expressed strong frustration, warning that Kandy “may even have to be relocated” amid continuing red-level landslide alerts issued by the National Building Research Organisation (NBRO).

A cyclone that left testing our President!

When you and your government won the elections last year, both local and international circles were stunned by the sheer magnitude of the victory. A map of Sri Lanka painted almost entirely in the NPP’s maroon colour sent a clear message from the people - they were exhausted by a corrupt system that enriched those in power while draining taxpayers to their last rupee.

President responds to criticisms of govt’s handling of Ditwah

Acknowledging shortcomings in Sri Lanka’s disaster preparedness and response mechanisms, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that Cyclone Ditwah exposed long-standing weaknesses that the government is now moving to correct.

Land cracked due to lies uttered by government: Thalatha

Former Minister Thalatha Athukorala said today that she believes that the land cracked because of the lies uttered by the government.

Hambantota Port grants extra 5 demurrage-free days for vehicle clearance in December

The Hambantota International Port Group (HIPG) has announced a special concession for vehicle importers, offering an additional five free days for clearing imported vehicles in December 2025.