Shashindra faces 35 breathing interruptions per hour, counsel tells court

Former State Minister Shashindra Rajapaksa suffers from severe sleep apnea, experiencing up to 35 breathing interruptions per hour during sleep, which can only be managed with a special device, his counsel informed court today.

Hotel manager beheaded by worker ‘because he wasn’t spoken to directly’

A hotel worker in the US allegedly beheaded his manager and threw the head in a rubbish bin because he wasn’t spoken to directly.

“Sri Lanka facing ‘Political Terrorism’ of personal revenge – Mahinda

Sri Lanka is witnessing “political terrorism” driven by personal revenge and a lack of discipline and professionalism, former President Mahinda Rajapaksa said on his official Facebook account today.

Larry Ellison briefly becomes world’s richest person: Who is Larry Ellison?

For a short period on September 10th 2025, Larry Ellison, co-founder of Oracle Corporation, overtook Elon Musk to become the world’s richest person. A historic surge in Oracle’s stock propelled Ellison’s fortune past the $390 billion mark, underscoring not only the volatility of global wealth rankings but also the enduring influence of one of Silicon Valley’s most powerful figures.

Ramith Rambukwella indicted for failing to declare assets acquired illegally

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has filed indictments against Ramith Rambukwella, son of former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, for failing to disclose assets worth over Rs. 270 million acquired illegally.

Ravi warns IMF reserve push could burden households

UNP MP Ravi Karunanayake today cautioned in Parliament that Sri Lanka’s push to raise foreign reserves to USD 7.2 billion by December 2025 under the IMF’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) could come at a heavy cost to households and small businesses.

Where the action unfolds: Venues that will host CWC25 games

From Guwahati’s roar to Colombo’s charm, five iconic stadiums will see action during ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025.

Will not associate with Israel until peace dawns in Gaza Strip: Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said in Parliament that he stands firmly for protecting the rights of the Palestinian people because it is just and fair.

Kabir Hashim appointed as head of COPA

Opposition MP Kabir Hashim has been appointed as chairman of the Committee on Public Accounts (COPA), the Parliament Media Unit said.

Former Catholic Church Media Director Fr. Benedict Joseph passes away

Former Director of Media of the Catholic Church, Rev. Fr. Benedict Joseph, passed away this morning.

No decision yet on arresting Gammanpila: CID

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) today informed the Court of Appeal that no decision has yet been taken to arrest former Parliamentarian Udaya Gammanpila over a recent statement he had made to the media.

No action yet on Beira Lake stench despite promises: SJB Councillor

Responding to a Daily Mirror article titled ’Strong stench from Beira Lake forces hotels to close,” SJB Council Member Chamith Wijesundara has criticised Colombo Mayoress Vraie Cally Balthazar for failing to address the issue, despite previous assurances.

NextGenSL holds constructive talks with US Ambassador Julie Chung

NextGenSL met with US Ambassador Julie Chung on Tuesday afternoon for a productive discussion aimed at strengthening people-to-people ties between Sri Lanka and the United States, while advancing a shared vision of peace and prosperity.

Norwood three-wheeler accident: Six preschool children injured

Six preschool children and a teacher were injured in a tragic accident this morning (12) on the Hatton–Bagawanthalawa main road in the Norwood Neweligama area.

Central Province to honour A/L high achievers on Sunday

A programme to recognize district-level outstanding achievers of the 2023/2024 GCE Advanced Level Examination in the Central Province will be held on Sunday (14) in Kandy under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.

Chinese Ambassador meets Ranil

Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong has held a special meeting with former President Ranil Wickremesinghe in Colombo.

Former Minister Shashindra Rajapaksa further remanded

Former Minister Shashindra Rajapaksa was today ordered to be further remanded till September 19 by Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama.

Govt spends nearly Rs. 500 Mn on ex-Presidents, widows since 2017

The government has revealed that a total of Rs. 491.2 million (Rs. 491,203,422) has been spent on expenses for former presidents and their widows from 2017 to the first six months of 2025.

Minister of Women’s Affairs insulted female MPs in Opposition

Minister of Women’s Affairs Saroja Paulraj has insulted female MPs in the Opposition through the remarks she made yesterday, MP Chamindrani Kiriella told Parliament today.

Two nabbed at BIA with phones, cosmetics, cigarettes worth Rs. 5 million

Two passengers attempting to smuggle in mobile phones, tablet computers, cosmetics and a large stock of cigarettes and cannabis wrapping paper worth Rs. 5 million were arrested this morning by Customs officers at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA).

Two arrested for smuggling birds in Mannar

The Sri Lanka Navy arrested two suspects who were trying to smuggle 91 birds near Sirithoppuwa beach in Mannar this week.

COPF proposes granting full independence to CIABOC

The Committee on Public Finance (COPF) proposed granting full independence to the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), by allowing the institution to manage its finances on its own.

No plans to shut down Ceylon Fisheries Corporation: Deputy Minister

Deputy Minister of Fisheries Ratna Dhamija told Parliament today that there are no plans to shut down the Ceylon Fisheries Corporation, dismissing recent media reports claiming otherwise as false.

Doctor left patient for sex with nurse in operating theatre

A married doctor had sex with a nurse in an operating theatre while a patient was under anaesthetic, a medical tribunal heard, foreign media reported.

Mother, son hacked to death in Karandeniya

Karandeniya Police have launched an investigation after a mother and son were founf brutally hacked to death inside their home at Kotawela in Karandeniya.

Ella bus accident: Bus owner overspent on design, Neglected maintenance

The owner of the bus involved in the recent Ella tragedy, which killed 15 people and seriously injured many others, spent more on decorating the bus than its actual value, but had not properly maintained it, Nuwara Eliya District Chief Motor Vehicle Inspector Jaliya Bandara said.

Police constable arrested for accepting bribe from businessman

A Police constable attached to the Karathivu Police Station in Ampara has been arrested by the Bribery Commission for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs. 10,000 from a businessman.

Three-tier ADR in the works to boost investor confidence: BOI

Sri Lanka is overhauling its investor agreements with a three-tier dispute resolution mechanism, negotiation, mediation, and arbitration, as part of efforts to strengthen foreign investor confidence, the

Woman arrested for attempted smuggling of exotic snakes at BIA

A 40-year-old Sri Lankan woman was arrested by customs officers while attempting to smuggle six live exotic snakes into the country at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA).

Unsung Rajeew gets his loudest call

One of the country’s silent warriors in rugby, Rajeew Perera, has received a call-up to be the team manager and assistant coach of the Sri Lanka Sevens squad that is faced with an important schedule ahead.