Suspect who assaulted consultant surgeon, arrested

A suspect has been arrested over the assault on a senior consultant Oral and Maxillofacial (OMF) surgeon at the General Hospital (Teaching) Kegalle.

Myanmar quake toll passes 1,600 as people dig for survivors with bare hands

More than 1,600 people have died following the devastating earthquake in Myanmar, with locals in some areas telling the BBC they had been left to dig through rubble for survivors with their bare hands.

Kuwait extradites 20 inmates to Sri Lanka

Kuwait has deported 20 convicted Sri Lankan prisoners under an extradition agreement between the two countries, according to media reports. The inmates, held at Kuwait’s Central Prison, were repatriated on Wednesday to Katunayake Airport on a special flight to Sri Lanka, reported the Sri Lankan Daily News.

No warrant issued against Eranga Gunasekara, Ministry clarifies

In response to reports claiming that Deputy Minister of Youth Affairs, Eranga Gunasekara, was named as a suspect in the case involving the setting fire to former President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s private residence, the Ministry has denied the allegation.

Power outage at Power and Energy Ministers’ event in Jaffna

A brief power outage occurred during a meeting attended by the Minister of Power and Energy, Kumara Jayakody in Jaffna today.

Katukurunda motor races go ahead following Court order

The Court of Appeal yesterday issued an order permitting the Katukurunda Circuit Race organized by the Royal Automobile Club Asia to be held on March 29, and 30.

Two SC judges decline to hear appeal relating to Karannagoda

Two Supreme Court judges have recused themselves from hearing an appeal filed relating to former Navy Commander Admiral of the Fleet Wasantha Karannagoda.

Musk’s xAI buys his social media platform X

Elon Musk says that his AI venture xAI has acquired his social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter.

Exam Dept. denies announcement on 2024 A/L results

The Examinations Department announced that they have not issued any official statement regarding the release of the results of the 2024 G.C.E. (A/L) Examination which were held from November 25 to December 31, 2024.

NPP challenges rejection of nominations for three Pradeshiya Sabhas

The National People’s Power (NPP), the ruling party of Sri Lanka, filed three separate writ petitions challenging the rejection of their nomination papers submitted for the Mawanella Pradeshiya Sabha, Medawachchiya Pradeshiya Sabha, and Damana Pradeshiya Sabha for the Local Authorities Election 2025.

Frontline Socialist Party lashes Govt. over plans to close down SOEs

The Frontline Socialist Party (FSP) lashed out at the government for planning to close down state institutions or to privatise them.

Influx of pilgrims cause heavy congestion on Nallathanniya-Sripada road

Heavy congestion has been reported along the Nallathanniya-Sripada Road due to the large number of pilgrims visiting the shrine during the long weekend, the Nallathanniya Police said.

MoUs related to defence, energy connectivity, digitization to be signed during Modi’s visit

A number of MoUs (Memoranda of Understanding) related to defence, energy connectivity and digitization will be signed during the upcoming visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Sri Lanka, an official said yesterday.

Over 150 dead in Myanmar and Thailand after huge earthquake

A huge 7.7 magnitude earthquake has hit central Myanmar, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

At least 144 people killed in Myanmar quake

At least 144 people in Myanmar have been killed and 732 injured by a major earthquake that struck the country on Friday, state-run MRTV said on the Telegram messaging app on Friday.

National Women cricketers also challenge IRD decision classifying them as SLC employees

The writ petition filed by Chamari Athapathu and Anushka Sanjeevani, the respective captain and vice captain of the women’s international team has also challenged the decision of the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) classifying them as employees of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC).

Earthquake in Bangkok: SL Embassy monitors situation; no incidents reported

The Embassy and Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka in Bangkok is closely monitoring the aftermath of the earthquake that struck Thailand, in coordination with Thai authorities, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced today.

Several areas to experience high temperatures

A warm weather advisory has been issued, warning that the heat index in several parts of the country could rise to the ’Caution’ level in the next 24 hours.

Two Welikada police constables remanded

Two police constables attached to the Welikada Police and two other suspects were remanded till April 1 by Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali.

Scores dead, many missing as strong earthquakes rock Myanmar, Thailand

At least 25 people were killed in Myanmar and one in Thailand, while 43 others were missing after a skyscraper collapsed in Bangkok following a strong 7.7 magnitude earthquake with an epicentre in Myanmar’s Sagaing region.

Youth arrested for distributing child exploitation content to foreigners via Facebook

A 20-year-old man has been arrested by Sri Lankan police for allegedly distributing videos and photos containing child sexual abuse material to foreign nationals through Facebook.

Consultant surgeon assaulted at Kegalle Hospital

A senior consultant Oral and Maxillofacial (OMF) surgeon at the General Hospital (Teaching) Kegalle was brutally assaulted within the hospital premises earlier today, the Daily Mirror learns.

Kris Balthazaar pledges to transform Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia

“Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia has so much potential, but we must act now to improve safety, cleanliness, and public services,” says Kris Wilhelm Balthazaar, a former senior municipal council member and SLPP candidate in the upcoming local government election.

Former Opposition Leader of Central Provincial Council granted bail

Former Opposition Leader of the Central Provincial Council, Don Harindra Chanaka Illapperuma, who was arrested for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs. 350,000 by promising government jobs, was released on bail by the Colombo Chief Magistrate today.

Use local polls to send signal to Govt: SJB Candidate

People should use the local government election to send a signal to the NPP government as it has not lived up to its expectations, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) candidate for the Kotte Municipal Council Chamith Wijesundara said today.

Thailand issues nationwide no-fly order after 8.2 quake

The Thai Meteorological Department confirmed that an 8.2-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday afternoon, approximately 392 kilometers from Pang Ma Pha in Mae Hong Son province, The Thailand Nation reported.

Third chairman under Bimal resigns

The third chairman of an institution under the purview of Minister of Transport and Highways Bimal Rathnayaka has resigned.

Man sentenced to 51 years for raping nine-year-old girl

An accused who stood indicted with the rape and gential mutilation of a nine year old girl was found guilty and sentenced to 51 year rigorous imprisonment by Kuliyapitiya High Court Judge Manoj Thalgodapitiya.

Strong earthquake rocks Thai capital of Bangkok, prompting evacuations

A strong 7.3 magnitude earthquake rocked the Thai capital Friday, causing buildings to sway.

Modi to undertake state visit to Sri Lanka from April 4 to 6

Indian Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will undertake a State visit to Sri Lanka from April 4 to 6, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism said.