Verité survey:56% fear ‘Online Safety Bill’ will limit social media freedom

In a survey conducted by Verité Research, 56% of the respondents who were familiar with the Online Safety Bill expressed concerns that it would curtail the freedom of using social media. When asked if they were aware of the government’s introduction of a bill to regulate behaviour on social media, 34% of the respondents answered affirmatively. Among those who acknowledged awareness of the bill, 56% believed it would restrict the freedom of

Minister Roshan Ranasinghe responds to the story on seized vehicle

In response to the article published in the Daily Mirror of November 25, Minister Roshan Ranasinghe has sent the following statement: I am writing to address a matter of utmost importance concerning a news article published in the Daily Mirror on November 25, 2023, with the headline “Alleged Smuggled Land Cruiser Seized from Minister’s Vehicle Yard.” As the Minister of Sports and Youth Affairs, I feel compelled to bring to your attention to th

Medicines worth Rs 32 Mn suspended in 2022 owing to poor condition

Medicines, surgical and laboratory materials valued at Rs 349 million have been removed from use due to quality failures in 2022. This was revealed in the annual report of the Auditor General for 2022. According to t

Large crowds throng Anuradhapura on Ill Poya Day

A large number of devotees from across the country gathered at the sacred city of Anuradhapura on Ill Full Moon Poya Day (yesterday) to worship the Atamasthana, including the Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi. On Ill Full Moon Poya Day, the Mahamevnawa Gardens gleamed in white and was filled with fragrant scents. Many devotees observed Sil at the Atamasthana, including the Sri Maha Bodhi, from ea

No electricity tariff relief till April, despite increased rainfall

The CEB has incurred a loss of Rs. 12Bn since January 2023

Dengue cases in nine months surpass tally of cases in 2020, 2021

Colombo District records 15,837cases

Lawyers’ Collective notes growing authoritarianism under President

Says President’s actions could lead to political upheaval and further economic uncertainty

Senior DIG Nilantha Jayawardena oversees duties President yet to name new IGP as C.D. Wickramaratne retires

The position of Sri Lanka’s Inspector General of Police (IGP) remains vacant, with Senior DIG Nilantha Jayawardena, in-charge of Administration, overseeing the duties of the IGP until an official appointment is made, police said. IGP C.D

SL initiates legislative work to recognize more foreign medical colleges

A large number of Sri Lankan students obtain medical degrees from universities in countries such as Nepal, Bangladesh and China

Local authorities, Divisional Secretariat tainted with corruption in public duties

Corruption takes place in instances such as granting approval for housing plans and land development projects

Lanka Sathosa reduces prices of nearly 400 items for festive season

Lanka Sathosa has taken measures to reduce the prices of nearly 400 items including essential food items with the aim of providing relief to the consumers during the coming festive season, Trade, Commerce and Food Security Minister Nalin Fernando said.

Dispute over SLPP breakaway group hinders CC’s functionality

The appointment of the tenth member to the Constitutional Council (CC) has been hampered over differences within the opposition, eventually leading to its activities being hamstrung, Daily Mirror learns.

IGP crisis: President likely to grant another extension to CD

The prolonged saga of appointing a new Inspector General of Police (IGP) has reached a critical juncture, leaving the country’s law enforcement in a state of uncertainty and raising concerns about the government’s ability to address rising crime rates.

Sri Ranga bailed out after eight months

The Magistrate’s Court granted bail under the Witness Protection Act

Bar Association’s Chairman Saliya Peiris tried to capture power during Aragalaya: President

Recalls Aragalaya events, including attacks on Prime Minister’s office

Doctor arrested for sexual harassment

A doctor of the Anuradhapura Divisional Health Services Director’s office was arrested on suspicion of causing sexual harassment to a woman who called over at his private m

Court rejects Diana’s request for order against Sajith

Gamage alleges that both hold SJB positions while being members of the UNP, violating the party constitution

20-year imprisonment for poisoning water tank

Accused fined Rs. 20,000 in addition to the jail term

Rainy Weather Hydropower generates Rs.16Bn additional income for CEB; will electricity prices be reduced?

CEB reports an overall loss of Rs. 12Bn in the first ten months of the year

Corruption galore Parliamentary Committee demands special officers At Divisional Secretariat Level

Committee emphasises need to eradicate corruption and irregularities in govt. institutions

Alleged smuggled Land Cruiser from Minister’s Vehicle Yard, seized

Director of vehicle yard claims ownership with legal documents

SL has to decide on the proposed nuclear power plant: Russian Ambassador

Whilst indicating that Russia is always willing to assist Sri Lanka to enhance its power sector a top Russian diplomat yesterday said the ball is in the court of the Sri Lankan government when it comes to the proposed 300 MW nuclear plant that is to be built with Russian assistance. Sri Lankan Ambassador in Russia Janitha Abeywickrama Liyanage announced in June this year that the government of Sri Lanka has reached a deal with Russian nuclear

Trend of doctors leaving the country coming down: Health Ministry

Addressing a news briefing at the Ministry on Thursday (23), Dr Mahipala said when considering the data for the last two to three weeks, there is a downward trend of doctors leaving the country. “We have seen a trend some time back that those doctors who had gone abroad for postgraduate training never returned to the country. Comparatively, doctors are coming back now. In fact, some of the doctors who left the country for other purposes, are com

Regulation of Election Expenditure Act; A weak legislation needing empowerment by All stakeholders– Mahinda Deshapriya

The best expectations of the recently passed Regulation of Election Expenditure Act No.3 of 2023 could be achieved only through the unity of journalists and civil activists, as the act was drafted in such manner to be a very weak legislation, former Election Commission Chairman Mahinda Deshapriya said yesterday. Speaking during a panel discussion on ‘Campaign Finance Transparency Towards Electoral Accountability and Role of the Media’ organiz

Ranil criticizes India

Did RW make a blind statement

Putting to rest speculation about uncertainty on the conduct of polls pending next year, President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced in Parliament on Wednesday that he would take steps for the conduct of both the Presidential and General Elections next year. He made such an announcement against the backdrop of the political parties and politically savvy people raising concerns about the possible postponement of elections through legal and cons

Increase in spread of hand, foot and mouth disease among children: Pediatrician

There is an increase in the spread of hand, foot and mouth disease (HFMD) among schoolchildren, Lady Ridgeway Hospital (LRH) Consultant Pediatrician Dr. Deepal Perera said. He told the Daily Mirror that parents should keep in mind not to send their children to schools, daycare centres or public places if they have symptoms of these diseases. However, the doctor mentioned that there is an increase in childhood wheezing because of the curre

Hakeem draws President’s attention to Daily Mirror lead story

Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) leader Rauff Hakeem who made his remarks during the budget debate drew the attention of President Ranil Wickremesinghe to Daily Mirror lead story headlined ‘Corruption taints recruitment for Korean, Israeli Job’ in yesterday’s edition, though the latter openly said in Parliament that he was not a reader of any publication by Wijeya Newspapers Ltd.

Sri Lanka stripped of hosting rights for U19 World Cup funding to be controlled

Sri Lanka has lost the hosting rights for the Under 19 Cricket World Cup in January next year, as the International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed the conditions of the suspension imposed on Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) earlier this month.

IGP issues circular on seminars discriminating LGBTIQ community

The Attorney General’s Department has informed Court of Appeal that the Inspector General of Police (IGP) has issued a circular preventing police officers from conducting training sessions, lectures or seminars which dehumanize and discriminate against th