Include healthcare as fundamental right in Constitution: Sajith proposes

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today proposed that health and healthcare facilities be included in the Constitution as a fundamental right just as civic and political rights.

Trump issues 'last warning' to Hamas as US confirms direct hostage talks

US President Donald Trump has issued what he called a ’’last warning’’ to Hamas to release the hostages being held in Gaza.

Wild elephant knocks on doors at night, turns aggressive if not opened

A wild elephant in the Kekirawa area is reportedly exhibiting unusual behaviour—knocking on doors at night and becoming aggressive when residents do not open them.

Six more arrested in Mervyn’s land scam

Another six more individuals have been arrested for defrauding Rs. 75 million by preparing forged documents for a 0.2137 hectare land belonging to the Kelaniya Pradeshiya Sabha, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) said.

Live Updates- 146th Battle of the Blues 2025 - Day 01

The 146th Battle of the Blues annual cricket encounter between Royal College, Colombo and S. Thomas’ College, Mount Lavinia will be played on the 6th, 7th and 8th March at SSC Grounds, Colombo.

National Media Policy to become effective by June this year

The Government intends to introduce a National Media Policy by June this year, Minister of Mass Media Nalinda Jayatissa told Parliament today.

Sri Lanka will need primary healthcare centres every 2 kms soon: Minister

Sri Lanka will need primary healthcare centres every 2 kms because of the increase in the spread of non-communicable diceases and the aging population, Minister of Health Nalinda Jayatissa told Parliament today.

Sri Lanka raises alarm over rising Colorectal Cancer cases

Sri Lanka has raised concern over a significant increase in Colorectal cancer, with 3,000 patients reported, the Health Ministry said.

Litro Gas price revision today

Litro Gas Lanka Limited is to announce a retail price revision for LP gas today for March.

Are our elephants safe?

Amidst the rising population of wild elephants in Sri Lanka and the alarming rate of elephant deaths, reckless tourism practices continue to endanger these tuskers and disrupt their natural habitats.

Air quality deteriorates to moderate level

The Vehicular Emission Test Trust Fund of the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) issued a warning regarding the deterioration of air quality to a moderate level.

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Customs clarifies hybrid vehicle fuel tax controversy

Sri Lanka Customs (SLC) has refuted false information circulating about the imposition of a fuel tax on hybrid vehicles during customs clearance.

CID arrests Mervyn Silva over forged land case

Former Minister Mervyn Silva has been arrested by officers from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) at his residence in Pelawatte, Battaramulla last night (05).

Mushfiqur Rahim announces ODI retirement

Bangladesh veteran Mushfiqur Rahim called an end to his One-Day International career on Wednesday (5 March).

SEC and Central Bank warn public of rising investment schemes

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC) has recently raised concerns about a growing trend of investment schemes promoting offshore market opportunities.

Tax fears likely fuelling Sri Lanka’s cash surge, hindering digital shift

The fear of taxation may be contributing to the recent increase in cash circulation, highlighting Sri Lanka’s long journey towards a less cash-dependent society.

Kamindu Mendis bows out of honeymoon for IPL duty

Sri Lankan all-rounder Kamindu Mendis is preparing to arrive in India very soon to play the IPL. With him is likely to be his newly married wife, Nishni. All-rounder Kamindu Mendis married his long-time girlfriend, Nishni, on Monday.

ASP’s motorcar in fatal accident

One died and three others including the ASP Eastern Province State Intelligence Service were injured when the motorcar transporting the ASP collided with another motorcar at Dodangoda passing Welipenna changeover on the Southern Expressway.

Gunman in Middeniya shooting arrested

The main suspect in the Middeniya shooting, where three persons including two children were killed, was arrested today.

Stop your fishermen from destroying Sri Lankan fishing industry: Bimal tells India

The Central government of India and the state government of Tamilnadu should enforce the law on its fishermen who are destroying the livelihood of Sri Lankan fishermen in the North, Leader of the House Bimal Ratnayake told Parliament today.

New Ministry Secretary appointed

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake appointed W.P. Senadheera as the new Secretary to the Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Health workers too postpone TU action

The Federation of Health Professionals (FHP) has decided to call off its planned token strike scheduled for tomorrow following discussions with Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, Joint Convenor Ravi Kumudesh said.

Daisy Forrest released on bail

Daisy Forrest, also known as ’Daisy Achchi’, the grandmother of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s son, Yoshitha Rajapaksa, was released on bail by the Kaduwela Magistrate today.

Naked motorcycle rider further remanded

The man who was arrested for riding a motorcycle from Colombo to Kandy while naked was further remanded till March 19 after being produced before the Kandy magistrate today.

Sugath Wasantha de Silva takes on Dayasiri

NPP MP Sugath Wasantha de Silva today took to task Opposition MP Dayasiri Jayasekara, who was reported to have insulted him recently.

Deputy Minister Ratna Gamage, SJB MP Wedaarachchi engage in showdown

Deputy Minister Ratna Gamage and SJB MP Dilip Wedaarchchi engaged in a showdown during Parliament sessions today.

Sri Lanka Cricket Spends Decade without ICC Silverware

The ongoing Champions Trophy is the first ICC tournament in decades that Sri Lanka are not taking part. The island nation’s poor showing in the last fifty over World Cup meant that any chances of qualifying for the Champions Trophy 2025 was gone.

Suspect facing 96 cases for Rs. 140 million foreign job scam further remanded

A person against whom 96 cases have been filed for allegedly defrauding Rs. 140 million by promising foreign jobs in Canada, has been further remanded today till March 19 by Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali.

Dayasiri tenders apology to NPP MP

SJB MP Dayasiri Jayasekara today tendered an apology to NPP Member of Parliament Sugath Wasantha de Silva and all differently abled persons if they felt insulted through his recent comment.