Singer Amitha Wedisinghe passes away

Veteran singer Amitha Wedisinghe, a senior artiste who also served as a music teacher, passed away this morning.

Ensure security of judges: Sajith tells government

Claiming that judges have been informed that their security will be withdrawn, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today urged the government not withdraw their security but to take steps to strengthen their security amidst escalating crimes in the country.

Rain in South, dry weather in most parts of island

Thundershowers may occur in Galle, Matara, Kalutara and Ratnapura during the evening or night, while dry weather will prevail in most other areas of the island, the Meteorology Department said.

Animal-friendly tourism: Sigiriya stray dogs sterilised, vaccinated

The Association of Veterinarians for Humane Management of Animal Population claims that most stray dogs in the Sigiriya tourism area have been sterilised and vaccinated to create a safer, healthier environment for both the animals and visitors who cherish this beautiful destination.

SLC imposes USD 10,000 fine on Dasun Shanaka

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has imposed a fine of USD 10,000 on former captain Dasun Shanaka for breaching his contractual obligations after leaving a first-class match in Colombo early on February 2, 2025, to play for the Dubai Capitals in the UAE that same evening.

Party has not barred me from talking to media: Kottahachchi

NPP MP Nilanthi Kottahachchi yesterday refuted that she was advised by the party to refrain from making statements to the media.

Killings continue to soar - What protection do we have ?

In light of escalating shootings across Sri Lanka, which have claimed at least 11 lives including a six-year-old child and 9-year-old boy in the first two months of 2025 alone, authorities are under pressure to take immediate and decisive action to combat the country’s soaring crime rate.

Meenagaya train collides with elephants, derails

Railway services on the Batticaloa line have been disrupted after the Meenagaya Intercity Express Train collided with a herd of elephants in the Gal Oya area this morning, the Railways Department said.

President defends Budget 2025 as best path forward despite concerns

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday stood by the proposals in his maiden budget, insisting that it is the most practical course of action, given Sri Lanka’s economic realities.

Budget 2025 signals fiscal ambition but risks remain: Fitch

Sri Lanka’s Budget 2025 signals a strong push to boost fiscal revenues but risks to the country’s financial stability remain significant, Fitch Ratings warned.

Middeniya shooting: 9-year-old boy also dies

The 9-year-old boy injured in the shooting incident at Middeniya, which claimed the lives of his father and sister, also succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment at the National Hospital in Galle.

Public Security Deputy Minister calls his driver ’donkey’

Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Deputy Minister Sunil Watagala, who arrived at the Hulftsdorp Court complex, was heard calling his driver ‘Buruwa’ (donkey) while summoning his vehicle.

Two wanted criminals brought back to Sri Lanka

Two criminals wanted for several crimes committed in the country and listed by Interpol were brought back to the country today (19) under police orders.

EC agrees to hold LG polls at earliest date: Tilvin

The Elections Commission agreed to hold the Local Government elections at the earliest possible date, JVP General Secretary Tilvin Silva said today.

Term of 337 local bodies to begin by June 2, 2025

Minister of Provincial Councils and Local Government A.H.M.H. Abeyratne has gazetted a new regulation under the Municipal Ordinance and Pradeshiya Sabha Ordinance declaring that the new term of 334 local bodies will have to begin by June 2, 2025.

Wijeya Newspaper’s Janaka Rathnakumara awarded best COO of the year

Chief Operating Officer of the Wijeya Newspapers Ltd. Janaka Rathnakumara has been awarded the Best Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Year at the 23rd Business Leader of the Year event at The Taj Lands End, Mumbai.

Rajeev Amarasuriya elected new BASL President

Attorney-at-Law Rajeev Amarasuriya has been elected as the 29th President of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) for the year 2025-2026 after securing a clear majority over his rival candidate Attorney-at-Law Dr. Sunil Abeyaratne.

Ganemulla Sanjeewa’s shooter revealed as ex-Army Intel

The main suspect arrested over Ganemulla Sanjeewa’s murder has been reportedly identified as a former Intelligence member of the Sri Lanka Army, the Daily Mirror learns.

Postponed LG polls: Apply for reimbursement of deposit money before February 28

The Election Commission today requested the candidates who have paid deposits for the postponed local government elections to apply for the reimbursement of their funds before February 28, 2025.

Gunman in Ganemulla Sanjeewa shooting arrested

The main suspect in the Ganemulla Sanjeewa murder has been arrested by the Police Special Task Force (STF) in the Palaviya area of ​​Puttalam.

Witness statement recording to go totally online soon: Justice Minister

A new legislation will be introduced soon to do away with physical transportation of witnesses to and from courts and to record statements online, Minister of Justice Harshana Nanayakkara said.

Deputy Minister pledges solutions to Ports Authority, ECT issues

Ports and Civil Aviation Deputy Minister Janitha Ruwan Kodituwakku pledged to provide prompt solutions to issues concerning the administration of the Ports Authority and to establish a committee comprising all relevant parties to address matters related to the Eastern Container Terminal (ECT) of the Colombo Port, Joint Alliance of Port Trade Unions (JAPTU) Co-convener Udeni Kaluthantri said.

Philippine town offers bounty for mosquitoes as dengue rises

Authorities in one of the Philippines’ most densely-populated urban centres are offering a cash reward for mosquitoes in an attempt to stop the spread of dengue.

Gill reclaims NO.01 ODI batter spot, Theekshana becomes Top-ranked bowler ahead of Champions Trophy

Just ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, in a significant shake-up, the data reveals that India’s Shubman Gill and Sri Lanka’s Maheesh Theekshana have proudly escalated to the No.1 rankings in the latest ICC Men’s ODI Player Rankings.

Probe reveals woman’s role in Ganemulla Sanjeewa shooting

An investigation has revealed that a woman, disguised as a lawyer, had brought a revolver to the Colombo Hulftsdorp Court Complex with the intention of handing it over to the gunman responsible for the shooting of notorious underworld figure ’Ganemulla Sanjeewa.’

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MP Archchuna requests for security amidst Hulftsdorp shooting

In the wake of shooting incident in the Hulftsdorp Court complex this morning, Jaffna District MP Ramanathan Archchuna requested security for him at least during public sessions.

NCPC completes low-emission food production project

Police to implement strict checks on lawyers following court shooting

Following the shooting incident inside the Hulftsdorp Court Complex, where underworld figure ’Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ was killed by a gunman disguised as a lawyer, Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP) Priyantha Weerasooriya said that all lawyers will undergo inspections before entering court premises in the future.

Russian tourist dies after falling from Badulla-Colombo train when taking selfie

A Russian tourist travelling on the Badulla-Colombo Podimanike train died after falling off the train when attempting to take a selfie while hanging from the train footboard between the Badulla and Hali Ela railway stations today, the Hali Ela Police said.