Prez vows to scrap perks for former presidents once again

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake vowed once again that the perks and benefits of the past heads of state would be scrapped completely, no matter what.

Alliance for People’s Struggle calls for a fresh probe on passport issue

The Alliance for People’s Struggle yesterday called for a fresh probe on what they called the passport scandal stating that the truth of the claim made by Epic Lanka that it had signed an agreement with Department of Emigration and Immigration on printing passports is true or false.

Govt. to launch probe over X Press Pearl disaster

The government will study the X Press Pearl disaster which occurred in 2021 and will launch an investigation over it in the near future, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath told Daily Mirror last evening.

No decline in tourist arrivals at Arugam Bay: Residents

Residents of the area and those engaging in tourism in Arugam Bay tourist zone point out that there is no unusual decline in foreign tourist arrivals in the area but there is a decline since this is off season.

Two-thirds of public sector FTE expenses could be cut with correct technology: Former ICTA Chairman

The government could potentially cut off two-thirds of its public sector workforce expenses by strategically implementing the correct technology to streamline public services, according to former ICTA chairman.

LIOC revenues up but profits tumble on lower margins in September

Lanka IOC PLC (LIOC) reported higher revenues but profits tumbled in the quarter ended in September 2024 reflecting growing demand for fuel in a recovering economy, but the margins narrowed, taking a toll on the bottom-line.

IMF review for Sri Lanka delayed

The next review of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will be delayed, the Central Bank confirmed on Friday.

Disease spreading among pigs identified as African Swine Disease

The highly contagious viral disease previously known as Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS), which is spreading among pigs, hogs, and boars in Sri Lanka, has been identified as African Swine Disease.

’I am former President without majority, he is incumbent President without majority: Ranil

Referring to his political fates and his rival candidate Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Election, former President Ranil Wickremeisnghe said both he and Dissanayake are in the same boat.

Elpitiya results show that NPP vote base is declining: SJB

Results of the Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha elections show that the National People’s Power (NPP) vote base is on the decline, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) General Secretary Ranjith Madduma Bandara said today.

Experienced persons should be in Parliàment to take over government if need arises: Ruwan

Experienced and capable persons are needed in Parliament to take over the government if the need arises, UNP Deputy Leader and New Democratic Front (NDF) Gampaha district candidate Ruwan Wijewardene said.

Sri Lanka are runners-up at 2024 Asian Netball Championship

Sri Lanka finished as the runner-up in the 2024 Asian Netball Championship, narrowly losing to Singapore in the final, which ended 67-64.

Police open fire on recklessly driven lorry in Sooriyawewa

The Sooriyawewa Police fired shots at a lorry that failed to stop when ordered during a traffic inspection at Meegahajadura.

Colombo-KKS train services to resume tomorrow

Following the modernisation of the Maho-Anuradhapura stretch of the northern railway line, train services between Colombo and Kankesanthurai will resume tomorrow, October 28, the Sri Lanka Railway Department said.

Overstaying Russian couple arrested in Kandy

A Russian couple was arrested by the Kandy Tourist Police for violating immigration laws and staying in the country without a visa.

Lewis century gifts West Indies consolation victory in Sri Lanka

Opener Evin Lewis blazed his way to an unbeaten century to give the West Indies a consolation eight-wicket victory in Saturday’s rain-hit third and final ODI against Sri Lanka.

UK Police probe harassment claim at Sri Lankan High Commission amid suicide alert

The UK police have made inquiries into a complaint regarding the alleged harassment of a domestic worker at the official residence of Sri Lankan High Commissioner in London Rohitha Bogollagama.

NPP wins big in Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha election

The National People’s Party (NPP) has achieved a major victory in the Elpitiya Pradeshiya Sabha election held on Saturday (26).

Student dies after reportedly jumping onto moving train

A 17-year-old student of the Royal College in Colombo reportedly committed suicide by jumping onto a moving train near Dematagoda Railway station, police said.

Government plans to conduct PC elections within next year: President

The government has planned to conduct the Provincial Council elections within next year, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today.

Have become a challenge to major political parties: Ranjan

Actor turned politician Ranjan Ramanyake today said major political parties have got alarmed after he decided to come back into politics.

Yevan David finishes third in F4 qualifying race at FIA Motorsports Games

Team Sri Lanka’s Yevan David finished third in the qualifying race of the Formula Four event at the FIA Motorsports Games in Valencia, Spain, and will provisionally line up on the second row of Sunday’s medal race.

McDonald’s ends franchise partnership with Sri Lankan operator

McDonald’s Corporation and its Sri Lankan franchise partner, International Restaurant Systems (Pvt.) Ltd, have ended their business relationship, following a mutually agreed legal settlement, the companies said in a joint statement.

PUCSL seeks public input on CEB’s Expansion Plan for 2025-2044

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) called for a public consultation this week, to review the Long-Term Generation Expansion Plan for the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), covering the 2025-2044 period.

Sri Lanka Coconut products featured for the first time at Saudi Agriculture Expo 2024

The Sri Lankan embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in collaboration with the Coconut Development Authority of Sri Lanka, successfully organized the first ever participation of ten Sri Lankan companies manufacturing coconut-based products, at the 41st edition of the Saudi Agriculture Expo 2024 held in Riyadh from October 21 to 24 2024.

Transgender candidate contesting an election in Sri Lanka for the first time

Chanu Nimesha, the Secretary of Women’s Affairs of the Sri Lanka Socialist party, has created history by becoming the first transgender individual to contest an election in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka’s “next big step” is creditor agreement: IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has acknowledged that Sri Lanka has made significant progress in implementing reforms but emphasised that the “next big step forward” is for the island nation to reach a formal agreement with all creditors.

Immigration authorities to crack down on overstaying Russians, Israelis

The Department of Immigration and Emigration will visit the southern coastal belt in early November to look for any overstaying tourists from countries like Russia and Israel, where an influx of tourists are expected in the emerging South season for Christmas, the Daily Mirror learns.

Israel strikes Iran military targets amid fears of a wider war

Israel said it struck military sites in Iran early on Saturday in retaliation for Tehran’s attacks on Israel earlier this month, the latest step in the escalating conflict between the heavily armed rivals.

Prime Minister’s Office responds to Daily Mirror report

In response to Daily Mirror story headlined ‘AKD, Harini clashes over UGC Chairman appointment?’ in yesterday’s edition, the Prime Minister’s Office sent the following clarification.