Mahinda Rajapaksa leaves official residence in Colombo

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, left his official residence on Wijerama Road, Colombo, a short while ago in adherence to the country’s law and order, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) General Secretary Sagara Kariyawasam said.

Ex-Presidents lose perks; Pensions next in line

In a rare event of legislative work, a bill which was passed by Parliament was signed into Act the same day stripping former Presidents and their widows of facilities - residences, transport and secretariat allowances.

House hunting begins for Mahinda Rajapaksa

Supporters of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa have begun searching for a new residence in Colombo for him, following the enactment of a new law that stripped former Presidents of their official benefits, a source close to him said.

List of ex-MPs who paid for Viyathpura homes revealed

The list of former Members of Parliament (MPs) who had placed their initial deposits to purchase houses from the Viyathpura Housing Complex have been revealed.

Spend smarter, WB cautions Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka must focus on smarter spending and fairer revenue collection to sustain its economic gains, the World Bank cautioned in a report published yesterday, as the country seeks to consolidate one of the sharpest fiscal adjustments in its history.

“Is Namal trying to become the President of Iceland?” Bimal asks

Responding to claims made by former Minister Namal Rajapaksa on the government’s failure to curb the drug trade, Leader of the House Bimal Ratnayake alleged that Rajapaksa and the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna were tied to the importation and trade of narcotic ‘ICE’.

PUCSL to seek public views on proposed 6.8% electricity tariff hike

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) announced that it will seek public opinion on the electricity tariff revision proposed by the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) for the final quarter of 2025.

Footage released on arrest of Kehelbaddara Padme and gang in Indonesia

A series of video clips showing the arrest of five wanted criminals, including notorious underworld figure Kehelbaddara Padme, in Indonesia have been released.

Proceedings against Keheliya and family before magistrate’s court concluded

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama today ordered the conclusion of proceedings before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court in respect of former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and his family members.

Sri Lanka seeks to opt out of vote on UNHRC resolution

Sri Lanka has decided not to seek a vote when the core group of countries led by the United Kingdom (UK) presents its proposed resolution to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) later this month, seeking a mechanism to pursue accountability, human rights issues here, Daily Mirror learns.

Sri Lanka opposed to any external mechanism: Sri Lanka tells UNHRC

Sri Lanka is opposed to any external mechanism imposed on Sri Lanka such as the Sri Lanka Accountability Project which serves to create divisions and complicate the national reconciliation process underway in Sri Lanka, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath said.

Tilvin speaks on Prime Minister post

General Secretary of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), Tilvin Silva, dismissed speculation that Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya will be removed from her position.

Teaching use of condoms in schools: Health and Education ministries at odds

A tussle has developed between the Ministries of Health and Education over plans to integrate teaching condom use into Sri Lanka’s school curriculum, Daily Mirror learns.

The first section of the Central Expressway to restart in September with revived Chinese funding

Construction on the long-awaited first section of the Central Expressway (E04), from Kadawatha to Mirigama, is set to resume by September or October with the return of Chinese funding, marking a significant step forward for the nation’s infrastructure development after years of costly delays.

Happening now: Sri Lanka witnesses rare ‘Blood Moon

Sri Lankans are being treated to a rare celestial spectacle tonight (7), as the Moon takes on a deep-red hue during a total lunar eclipse.

Ella bus tragedy: Driver’s blood samples sent for tests

The blood samples of the driver of the excursion bus that plunged into a thousand-foot ravine in the Rawana Ella Reserve, killing 15 people and injuring 18 others, will be sent to the Government Analyst today (7) for further testing, Ella Police said.

Dudley Sirisena pledges to remove unauthorised section of Sudu Araliya Hotel

Business magnate Dudley Sirisena announced that he will demolish the portion of his Sudu Araliya Hotel identified as an unauthorised construction.

Govt. soft-pedals on NGOs

The government has delayed the enactment of the proposed piece of legislation for monitoring and supervision of both local and international NGOs despite the availability of a draft worked out during the previous rule, Daily Mirror learns.

Catholic Church against converting Kachchatheevu island as tourist destination

Bishop of Jaffna Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin Bernard Gnanapragasam voiced his opposition on behalf of the diocese against the government’s move to covert Kachchatheevu Island into a touriist destination.

Foreign healthcare worker assists local team after Ella–Wellawaya bus tragedy

A female foreign healthcare worker was seen assisting Sri Lankan medical teams in the aftermath of the tragic bus accident that occurred last night (04) on the Ella–Wellawaya main road.

Ella bus accident: Seven patients in serious condition, one in ICU: Hospital Director

Seven patients out of those injured in the Ella bus accident are in critical condition, Director of the Badulla Hospital Dr. Palitha Rajapaksa said.

’’Conductor shouted all to go down and hold tight as brakes fail’’ Ella accident survivor

Explaining her tragic experience, a survivor of the Ella bus accident said that the conductor of the bus had shouted and said all to go down and hold tight as the brake system of the bus had failed.

Ella bus crash claims 15 lives, many injured

A tragic bus accident on the Ella–Wellawaya main road last night (4) claimed the lives of at least 15 people, including the driver and nine women, police confirmed.

Appeal Court halts trial against Ministry Secretary Ravi Seneviratne

The Court of Appeal today issued an interim order suspending trial proceedings in the case against Secretary to the Ministry of Public Security and retired Senior DIG Ravi Seneviratne, which is currently before the Mount Lavinia Magistrate’s Court.

BASL warns against threats of legal action against attorneys

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has raised concern over recent instances in which individuals have threatened legal action or complaints against Attorneys-at-Law in connection with professional work carried out on behalf of their clients.

Cabinet cancels housing concessions for MPs

The Cabinet has approved to abolish the concessional payment scheme granted to former Members of Parliament (MPs) for the purchase of houses from the Viyathpura Housing Complex.

Visa failure forces SL Karate team’s return from BIA empty-handed

Thirty-one competitors representing the Sri Lanka Karate Federation were forced to return home empty-handed on September 2 after failing to obtain visas to attend the 23rd Asian Cadet, Junior and Under-21 Championships in Shaoguan, China, scheduled from September 5–7.

Bribery and corruption cases flood commission in 2025

Over 1,000 bribery complaints, including allegations against several high-profile politicians, remain under investigation, according to the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).

Grade 5 scholarship exam 2025 results released

The Department of Examinations has released the results of the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination.

Grade 5 scholarship exam results to be released tonight

The Department of Examinations announced that the results of this year’s Grade 5 Scholarship Examination are expected to be released tonight.