Heavy rainfall triggers landslides, one village in Bandarawela cut off

The Pitawepathana village in Bandarawela was cut off as a result of landslide in Ambadandegama yesterday. A crack which is about 200m is seen across the road. The village is said to be cut off according to DMC (Disaster Managemen

Tree falls on police officers’ motorbike

Two police officers of Anuradhapura Traffic Division riding on a motorcycle were seriously injured when a wayside tree fe

National Vesak festival kicks off in Matale

The National Vesak Festival programme commenced yesterday in Matale with more than100 Thai Buddhist Monks making their way on foot from Dambulla to Matale yesterday morning. The government had decided to hold the national Ves

UK and Sri Lanka join forces to protect marine environment

The Ministry of the Environment and the UK government’s Department for the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two nations, to protect and enhance the marine environm

Government to evoke 2007 circular to take action against non academics on strike

The government is to evoke a 2007 circular issued by the University Grants Commission to take action against non- academics who are currently on strike .

STF officer’s endeavor lit up school children

Police Special Task Force Chief Inspector Maharamba Silva, who is the OIC of the STF Headquarters Colombo, has launched a programme ‘Anduren Eliyata’ (From darkness to light) to distribute solar panel lights to rural schoolchildren facing difficulties in performing their studies.

Sri Lankans in Russian-Ukraine war: Specialized delegation to visit Russia

A specialized delegation will leave for Russia on the direction of President Ranil Wickremesinghe to investigate into the welfare of Sri Lankans amidst the on-going Russian-Ukraine war, State Minister for Foreign Affairs Tharaka Balasuriya said yesterday. Addressing the media briefing held at the Presidential Media Division (PMC), he said the delegation will include the Secretary to the Ministry of Defence, the former Ambassador to Russia

Duminda’s case against Wijeyadasa’s appointment as SLFP Chairman dismissed

A plaint filed by Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) parliamentarian seeking an enjoining order preventing Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe PC and Attorney-at-Law Keerthi Udawatta from functioning as SLFP Chairman and party acting General Secretary respectively was yesterday dismissed by Colombo District Court.

Sajith bars Daily Mirror over liquor controversy

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Leader Sajith Premadasa has announced yesterday a ban on the Daily Mirror from covering any press briefings held by the SJB.

Daily Mirror political debate between leaders RW declines, Sajith yet to respond, AKD says yes

President Ranil Wickremesinghe informed the Daily Mirror that he is not in a position to participate in the live political debate organized by Daily Mirror and Lankadeepa between the political party leaders when an invitation was extended to him yesterday.

Court orders release of animals back to pet lover

The Court of Appeal has issued an interim order to release a collection of animals back to an animal lover, following their seizure by Wildlife Department officials for alleged violation of the Fauna and Flora Protection Ordinance.

Universities hit a brick wall amid non-academic staff strike

Universities across the nation have come to a virtual standstill as the ongoing strike by non-academic staff intensifies.

Construction of Mannar wind power project challenged in SC

An environmental organisation today filed a Fundamental Rights application in the Supreme Court seeking an order preventing the authorities from issuing any permits or approvals to carry out the wind power plant project in the Mannar Island.

Prasanna Ranaweera assaults porter at BIA

Colombo, May 16 (Daily Mirror) - State Minister of Small and Medium Enterprises Development, Prasanna Ranaweera, has been accused of assaulting a porter at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA).

Bus driver dies at wheel; disaster narrowly avoided

The driver of a bus travelling from Nuwara-Eliya to Nawalapitiya died at the wheel, narrowly avoiding a plunge into a precipice yesterday (16).

Amid inclement weather with gusty winds Over 200 city trees still pose risk to public life

Amidst the prevailing inclement weather worsened by gusty winds, the Colombo Municipal Council has identified about 200 old and huge trees in the city to be removed as soon as possible owing to the grave risk they pose to the public, the Daily Mirror learns.

Sharing tales of triumph and relief

Students rushing out of the examination hall with smiles, as they eagerly share tales of triumph and relief after completing their GCE (O/L) examinations yesterday.

Kap Planting ceremony of the Ruhunu Kataragama Maha Devala Esala festival on 24th

The Kap Planting ceremony of the Ruhunu Kataragama Maha Devala Esala festival is scheduled to take place on May 24 morning, the day following the Wesak full moon Poya day.

NGO law: US State Dept. did not influence but sent in observations: Ministry

In response to the report that the U.S. State Department got involved in drafting the new law for the regulation of NGOs, the Public Security Ministry said that the United States did not attempt to influence in this regard but sent in observations to be considered in drafting the bill.

Harsha in a dialogue with government to save Suwa Seriya

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Harsha De Silva is in a dialogue with the relevant government authorities to resolve issues pertaining to the Suwa Seriya ambulance scheme.

Kirivehera Chief Incumbent requests authorities to pay attention to the sale of fake Atapirikara

Chief Incumbent of Kirivehera Rajamaha vihara and Sanghanayake of Ruhunu Magampattu Ven. Dr. Kobawaka Dhamminda Thera requested authorities to pay particular attention of the on going racket of selling fake Atapirikara ,( the packages of the eightfold requisites of Buddhist Monks) , and other articles used as offerings in religious ceremonies.

Court allows Duminda to present facts in a case against Wijeyadasa’s appointment

The Colombo District Court yesterday granted permission to Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Parliamentarian Duminda Dissanayake to present facts regarding an injunction order challenging the appointment of Justice Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe PC as the SLFP Chairman.

I stand with my original warning on COVID vaccines: Virologist

I still stand with my original stand that no proper research has been done on COVID-19 vaccines before releasing them to market, Member of Parliament Tissa Viharana said.

Sri Lanka plans small arms ammo factory - Premitha

State Minister of Defence Premitha Bandara Tennakoon yesterday announced that Sri Lanka is in the process of establishing a small arms ammunition manufacturing unit within the country.

Alleged drug lord’s illegal seaside hotel in Dehiwala allegedly built on Govt. land

The hotel ‘Soul Beach,’ which was located in Dehiwala and later demolished, is suspected to have belonged to Shiran Basik, an alleged major drug smuggler currently operating from abroad, was alleged to have been built on government land, it was revealed.

Is the flavour enhancer a health risk?

Monosodium glutamate (MSG), the main common food additive or flavor enhancer, has always come under scrutiny in Sri Lanka given its potential health effects. Is it really bad for your health?

Dense mist shrouds Colombo- Badulla highway

Police have warned motorists to be cautious of the thick mist that has shrouded Colombo- Badulla highway at several locations.

Protest against MPs’ vehicle permits

A protest organized by the Citizen Power Organization Against Bribery and Corruption took place outside the Presidential Secretariat yesterday, urging the government to address the decision to reinstate vehicle permits for MPs.

Army Commander obtains an order against YouTube Channel under Online Safety Act

The Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today issued a conditional order preventing a YouTube Channel from publishing and communicating defamatory information against Army Commander Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage, under the newly enacted Online Safety Act.

Environmental Leaders of Tomorrow

The Environmental Leaders of Tomorrow Workshop, organized by the National Youth Services Council, took place in Gampaha on Sunday(12). The programme was graced by the presence of Senior Presidential Advisor Ruwan Wijewardene as the chief guest. Chairman of the National Youth Services Council, Pasindu Gunaratne, was also in attendance.