Wife of ‘Backhoe Saman’ further remanded

Shadhika Lakshani, the wife of ‘Backhoe Saman’, who had been remanded under the Anti-Money Laundering Act, was ordered to be further remanded till September 25 by Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama today.

Facebook owner unveils new range of AI-powered smart glasses

Meta has unveiled a new range of smart glasses powered by its artificial intelligence (AI) tech, as it expands its bet that they will be a must-have accessory for users around the world.

Air India crash victims’ families sue aerospace firms Boeing and Honeywell

The families of four passengers who died on an Air India jet that crashed in June have filed a lawsuit in the US against planemaker Boeing and aircraft parts maker Honeywell, accusing the companies of negligence.

Consumers struggle with poorly displayed product information: Asela Sampath

Consumers are facing hardships as key details such as the price, date of manufacture, and expiry date on products are often printed in very small letters, making them difficult to read, National Consumer Front (NCF) Leader Asela Sampath said.

Minister gets tough on Railway officials; ‘Work or resign’

Transport Minister Bimal Rathnayake has said that officials who cannot ensure the proper functioning of railway services should resign from their positions.

Thusitha Halloluwa granted bail

Former National Lotteries Board Director Tusitha Halloluwa, who was arrested in connection with the assault and shooting incident targeting his vehicle, was released on bail.

Tourist rescued from drowning in Mirissa

A 28-year-old Austrian tourist was rescued from drowning while swimming in the seas off Mirissa yesterday afternoon.

Visitor entry to BIA departure lobby limited on Thursdays, Saturdays

The visitor entry to the departure lobby at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) will now be restricted only on Thursdays and Saturdays from 10:00 p.m. to midnight, the Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited (AASL) said.

Heavy rains on the cards

Heavy rains are expected in several parts of the country today, with showers or thundershowers forecast at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Northern and Northwestern provinces, as well as in the Galle and Matara districts.

Differently-abled student petitions SC over denial of university admission

A young student from Bandarawela has turned to the Supreme Court, alleging that his constitutional rights had been violated after the University Grants Commission (UGC) denied him admission to pursue a degree in technology on the basis of his disability.

SL sees alarming rise in shootings, murders, and fatal accidents in 2025

Sri Lanka is witnessing growing concern over a surge in violent incidents this year, with the number of shootings, murders, and fatal road accidents already surpassing figures recorded during the same period last year.

Sri Lanka can Qualify with Win or NRR Edge

Group B goes down to the wire as Sri Lanka take on Afghanistan on September 18. A win guarantees Sri Lanka a Super Four spot, but net run rate could also decide the outcome. Bangladesh’s fate hangs in the balance, making this a high-stakes clash.

Pakistan beat UAE to set up India rematch in Asia Cup

Pakistan set up another politically charged showdown with arch-rivals India at the Asia Cup after defeating the United Arab Emirates by 41 runs in Dubai on Wednesday.

'Fixing Sri Lanka Rugby'

Ex-Sri Lanka Rugby Captain Pavithra Fernando has major plan for medal at Asian Games, World Cup qualification in 2035 and leading Sri Lanka to a new era sans personal squabbles

The Night Cricket Died

Today cricket is no longer the gentleman’s game, but another form of sport in the hands of the International Cricket Council (ICC) that is now under Indian influence to do as it pleases and the catastrophic results are now showing.

Mahanayaka Thera’s decry propaganda ahead of Diyawadana Nilame election

The prelates appealed to all parties to refrain from engaging in propaganda based on personal agendas and hatred.

Pakistan v UAE Asia Cup match delayed amid India handshake row

Pakistan’s Asia Cup match with the United Arab Emirates was delayed by at least one hour on Wednesday as the fallout rumbles on from a handshake row with arch-rivals India.

Government to commence petroleum exploration: President

The government will commence petroleum exploration with the assistance of scientists and experts in the field, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today.

Probe launched over unpaid Basmati rice consignments worth Rs. 27 million

The Colombo Fraud Investigation Division today informed Colombo Additional Magistrate Lahiru Silva that an investigation has been launched into the alleged misappropriation of 75 metric tons of Basmati rice imported from a Pakistani company, valued at Rs. 27.41 million without making due payments.

Suspension of mineral transport during school hours amended: GSMB

The Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB) has revoked the suspension of transporting minerals during school hours.

Sri Lanka’s 3rd nanosatellite to be launched into orbit on Friday

Sri Lanka’s third nanosatellite, BIRDS-X DRAGONFLY, developed with technical contributions from Sri Lankan engineers, is scheduled to be launched into orbit on September 19 at 2.15 p.m. Sri Lanka time.

Positive sentiment drives CSE higher: capital goods sector dominates

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) continued its bullish run for the second consecutive day, with the ASPI advancing 156.05 points (+0.76%) to close at 20,775.42, while the S&P SL20 rose 34.89 points (+0.59%) to 5,903.00.

350 megawatt added to national grid

The ceremonial synchronisation of the Kerawalapitiya “Sobadhanavi” 350 megawatt (MW) LNG Power Plant took place a short while ago, graced by Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and Minister of Energy Engineer Kumara Jayakody.

Ex-Arsenal star Thomas Partey denies rape charges

Former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey has denied raping two women and sexually assaulting a third woman.

Scheduled water-cut in Colombo cancelled

The 9-hour water cut scheduled in Colombo for tomorrow has been cancelled, the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) announced today.

Warner Bros. to launch HBO max in Sri Lanka

Warner Bros. Discovery yesterday announced that its premier global streaming service HBO Max will launch direct-to-consumer in new markets across Asia Pacific on October 15, including Bangladesh, Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Macau, Mongolia, Pakistan and Sri Lanka.

Adani-led Sri Lanka container terminal to double capacity ahead of deadline

India’s Adani Group and its partners are set to double the capacity of a $840 million container terminal in Colombo months ahead of schedule, despite relinquishing $553 million in U.S. funding, an executive at partner firm John Keells Holdings told Reuters.

Sri Lankan passport slips to 97th in Global Ranking

Sri Lanka’s passport has dropped one place to 97th in the Henley Passport Index 2025 Global Ranking, released on September 11.

Week-long mobile services for private and semi-public sector employees

Special mobile service programs will be conducted at all district and sub-labor offices from September 22 to 26, 2025, to assist employees in the private and semi-public sectors, the Labour Department announced.

Pothuhera–Rambukkana Expressway section to be ready before 2028

The Pothuhera to Rambukkana section of the Central Expressway is expected to be completed before the Kadawatha to Mirigama stretch, with work slated for completion by the Sinhala and Tamil New Year in April 2028, Transport, Highways, Ports, and Civil Aviation Minister Bimal Rathnayake said.