Mahindananda files anticipatory bail application over controversial fertilizer deal

Former Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage has filed an anticipatory bail application, citing the likelihood of imminent arrest by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) over the importation of a substandard stock of organic fertilizer from a private Chinese company. Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali has ordered that the application be taken up for consideration on the 19th.

Nearly 20,000 Dengue cases reported this year

The National Dengue Control Center (NDCC) has reported a total of 19,901 dengue cases across the country so far this year.

Microsoft to lay off 6,000 workers globally in cost-cutting move

Microsoft on Tuesday said it was slashing unnecessary layers of management and seizing the benefits of new technology as reports said the tech behemoth was laying off thousands of workers.

Deadline announced for naming key Local Council officials

Elections Commission Chairman R.M.A.L. Rathnayake has announced that political parties and independent groups have one week to provide the names of individuals selected for key positions in the local councils.

Writ petition against Dr. Archchuna to be heard on June 26

The writ petition filed seeking an order declaring that Jaffna District Parliamentarian Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna is disqualified to be a Member of Parliament was today fixed for support on June 26 by the Court of Appeal.

Uruguay’s José Mujica, world’s ’poorest president’, dies

Former Uruguayan President José Mujica, known as ’’Pepe’’, has died at the age of 89.

High blood pressure responsible for 70% of deaths in Sri Lanka

High blood pressure is a leading cause of death in Sri Lanka accounting for approximately 70% of all fatalities nationwide, the Non-Communicable Disease (NCD) Unit of the Ministry of Health revealed.

Police launch night-time inspections to curb bus accidents

In response to the recent surge in road accidents involving buses, police have stepped up night-time inspections of long-distance passenger buses in an effort to reduce such incidents.

Trump confirms Qatar gifted plane will serve as temporary Air Force One

President Donald Trump confirmed that a luxury jet offered by the government of Qatar will serve as a temporary Air Force One, a move that has raised ethical and security concerns in Washington.

Several Dolphins wash ashore in Kalutara

At least six dolphins were found washed ashore on Kalutara South beach, according to wildlife officials.

ICC World Test Championship Final 2025 squads

South Africa and Australia put forward their 15-player squads for World Test Championship Final beginning on June 11 at Lord’s.

PHIs urge proper waste disposal after Dansals

The Public Health Inspectors’ Association has urged organizers of recent dansals to properly dispose of the waste generated during these events.

Gary Anandasangaree appointed Canadian Public Safety Minister

Tamil Canadian MP Gary Anandasangaree has been appointed today as the Minister of Public Safety in Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s new Cabinet.

Private security officers arrested over theft at Swiss Ambassador’s residence

The Kollupitiya Police have arrested three individuals, including the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of a private security firm and another security officer, in connection with a theft at the official residence of the Swiss Ambassador in Colombo, where gold jewellery, including a diamond-studded ring and luxury wristwatches worth approximately Rs. 4.5 million were stolen from a safe.

Chickenpox vaccines out of stock amid rise in cases

Amid a slight increase in chickenpox cases, the varicella vaccine that helps prevent the disease is currently out of stock at hospitals, the Daily Mirror learns.

Trump pledges to lift Syria sanctions as he seals $142bn arms deal on Saudi visit

President Donald Trump has said the US has ’’no stronger partner’’ than Saudi Arabia during his first major foreign trip - a whirlwind visit of Gulf countries mainly focused on shoring up investment.

Sri Lanka will decide on feasibility of project only

Sri Lanka will decide on the acceptance of over US $ 62 million grant for the development of Kankesanthurai Port (KKS), depending on the business feasibility of the project only, Deputy Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Janitha Kodituwakku said yesterday.

SriLankan eyes five new aircraft including two narrow-bodies by 2026

Sri Lanka’s loss-making national carrier, SriLankan Airlines, plans to add five new aircraft including two narrow-body planes to its fleet by March 2026, according to a top company official.

Import delays and dry weather sparks nationwide salt shortage: Producers

A delay in implementing the Cabinet’s decision to import salt has led to the current nationwide shortage, the Sri Lanka Salt Producers Association alleged yesterday.

One dead, three missing while bathing in sea off Wennappuwa

One person has died and three others have gone missing while bathing in sea at Wennappuwa today.

Special Police committee visits Gerandi Ella scene of accident

The committee of inquiry appointed by Acting IGP Priyantha Weerasuriya to look into the cause of the accident at Gerandi Ella in Kotmale, carried out an inspection of the scene and the wreckage of the bus lying at Kotmale Police Station today.

Student becomes unlikely guardian amidst bus crash chaos

In the terrifying bus tragedy at Ramboda, another story of a woman’s love for children emerged - despite her several injuries, 20-year-old uni student Nishani Rathnayake, herself injured and dangling by one arm from the wreckage, noticed something that would change the next hour of her life: a six-month-old infant, completely alone in the chaos.

Namal calls for firm diplomatic action against Canada’s Tamil Genocide Memorial

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa has called for immediate diplomatic action by the Sri Lankan government following the inauguration of a Tamil Genocide Memorial in Canada.

Two girls drown in Galgamuwa Lake

Two girls aged 12 and 17 drowned this afternoon while bathing in the Palukadawala Lake.

After IPL, PSL to also resume on May 17

The Pakistan Super League (PSL) X will resume on May 17 (Saturday) after a week-long hiatus and culminate with the final on May 25 (Sunday) at the Gaddafi stadium as per the revised schedule announced by the Chairman PCB Mohsin Naqvi in a tweet on social media platform X Tuesday morning.

Reveal names of Opposition members who distributed drugs during election campaign: Mano Ganesan

Referring to a recent remark by Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe who alleged that some Opposition members distributed drugs during the recent election campaign, opposition MP Mano Ganesan said the Deputy Minister should come up with the names of those members who were engaged in such crimes.

Police make arrest after fire at British PM Keir Starmer’s house

Since taking office in July, Starmer has lived in the prime minister’s official Downing Street residence, renting out the family home in the Kentish Town neighbourhood.

Russia responsible for downing of MH17, UN body rules

Russia was responsible for the downing of the Malaysia Airlines flight, MH17, over eastern Ukraine in July 2014, the United Nations aviation agency has ruled.

Geography teacher arrested for allegedly sexually abusing 14-year-old girl

A 39-year-old geography teacher from a school in Devinuwara has been arrested over allegations of sexually abusing a 14-year-old student.

Tutor Hayeshika Fernando still at large; three police teams probe

Controversial female primary tutor Hayeshika Fernando, who is still at large over an assault involving a youth, is wanted by three police teams, the police said.