Cash-strapped Govt. to cough up additional Rs.11 billion if general election is declared

The cash-strapped government will have to cough up another Rs.11 billion in case a snap parliamentary election is declared ahead of the Presidential Election which is anyway due in terms of the Constitution during the last quarter of thi

Scandal erupts over Keheliya given special transport privileges

​The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has initiated investigations into an incident in which former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella who is in remand custody has been transported to court using a bus donated by UNICEF for the transportation of

Public trust in parliament and political parties reaches all time low

A recent survey conducted by the Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) has unearthed that public trust in parliament and political parties has reached an all time low, with parliament showing 22 percent public trust and political parties showing 19 percent trust.

Basil’s call for early parliamentary election triggers rebuttal from UNP

Despite Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) insisting on an early parliamentary election , the United National Party (UNP) asserted yesterday that the presidential election should be conducted first in accordance with the Constitution.

Speaker to reveal inside details of Aragalaya on Wednesday

Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena who is going to face a no confidence motion on Tuesday and Wednesday is to reveal inside details on Aragalaya including how he was pressed by some politicians to take over the presidency in violation of the constitution.

HRCSL directs Royal College to rectify wrong appointment of prefects

The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has directed Royal College, Colombo 7. to rectify the alleged wrong appointments made to the Prefects Council for 2024.

Daily Mirror columnist Anshu Bahanda wins prestigious Top 50 UK award

Daily Mirror columnist Anshu Bahanda wins prestigious Top 50 UK award. Anshu Bahanda, Founder, Wellness Curated (UK) and Columnist, Daily Mirror, Sri Lanka, was the recipient of the prestigious Top50 Professional and Career Women’s Award (UK) 2024: Media.

CID arrests Immigration Deputy Controllers for issuing fake passports to underworld criminals

A Deputy Controller and a former Deputy Controller of the Department of Immigration and Emigration were arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department for issuing passports to underworld criminals Nuresh Supun Dayaratne alias ‘Heenatiyana Mahesh’ and Shan Arosh Liyanage alias ‘Mathugama Shan’ based on false information.

Gotabaya lacked basic management skills: Abhayarama chief incumbent

Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa did not have the management skills of even a small child, Chief Sanghanayaka of the Western Province and chief incumbent of the Abhayarama, Most Ven. Muruththettuwe Ananda Thera said.

NPP government to include ministers from North

A future National People’s Power (NPP) government must include ministers representing the North, NPP Leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake said yesterday.

Absence of defence attaché hinders efforts to nab criminals abroad

The absence of a defence attaché at the Sri Lankan mission in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has dealt a blow to Sri Lanka’s efforts in nabbing organized criminals operating from there, the Daily Mirror learns. Sri Lanka h

Senior CID officers to be transferred over links to underworld drug dealer

The Police Headquarters is reportedly in the process of revamping the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and accordingly, a group of police officers including high-ranking officers within the CID, is set to be transferred over alleged ties with notorious underworld drug dealer Nadun Chinthaka alias ‘Harak Kata’, the Daily Mirror learns.

State Wesak festival to be held in Matale

The state Wesak festival this year is to be held in Matale District in a grand way. A meeting to make preliminary arrangement for the festival was held at the District Secretariat under the chairmanship of Minister of Buddha Sasana, and Cultural Affairs Vidura Wickramanayake.

A possible alliance?

Former President Chandrika Bandaranaike Kumaratunga in conversation with SJB Leader Sajith Premadasa at a Bleedgood project launch on Thursday. However, other possible allies seem to be absent.

Sri Lanka seeks Thai assistance to repatriate Sri Lankans rescued from Myanmar

Around 56 Sri Lankans are being illegally held in Myawaddy area as victims of human trafficking

Driver and Conductor arrested for transporting Venison

The conductor and the driver of a Colombo-bound SLTB bus belonging to Kebithigollewa Depot were arrested on suspicion of transporting 10.5 kilos of venison. The stock of venison was found in three boxes, and the bus was seized.

Russian Aeroflot flight incident: Lawyer discharged from alleged professional misconduct

On June 2, 2022, the Colombo Commercial HC issued an Enjoining Order preventing the flight from departing from BIA

Non payment of dues by State Minister Rupavahini should collect funds due from others as well: Diana Gamage

The state TV channel Rupavahini should collect funds due from others as well, State Minister of Tourism Diana Gamag

Tourist killed by jumbo

A foreign tourist had been trampled to death by a wild elephant at Manachchena in Komariya in Pottuvil last morning.

Conductor arrested for pickpocketing

The conductor of a private bus on Moratuwa – Pettah route 101 was arrested on suspicion of being a pickpocket.

Minister orders inquiry into male zebra’s death at Dehiwala Zoo

Wildlife and Forest Conservation Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi has ordered an inquiry into the unexpected death of the

Asgiriya Chapter Anunayaka Thera calls for fair and just rule in the country

Predicts bumper harvest under their rule

Keheliya seeks bail from HC

Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, currently held in remand custody in connection with the alleged import of substandard Immunoglobulin injections, has sought bail from the Colombo High Court. Filing a bail a

Counterfeit fags seized in Kalpitiya

A stock of counterfeit cigarettes amounting to 1, 052 sticks of the prohibited brand ‘Manchester’, which is worth over Rs.105, 200 had been seized by the Kalpitiya Police yesterday along with two women. Acting OIC Kalpitiya Wasantha Sirilal Edirisnghe and team conducted inquiries.

Sri Lanka, Vatican looking towards celebrating 50 years of bilateral ties

Sri Lanka and the Vatican are looking towards closer bilateral relationships as both states are gearing towards celebrating 50 years of bilateral ties next year. Both parties expressed this desire at a reception held in Colombo to mark the 11th anniversary of the election of Pope Francis on Wednesday. Apostolic Nuncio ( Ambassador of Vatican ) in Sri Lanka Archbishop Brian Udaigwe who addressed the event said there have been some challenges

Sri Lanka to promote big onion cultivation

A decision has been taken to promote big onion cultivation in place of paddy in Stage 03 and 04 in the Minipe Irrigation Scheme after the Yala paddy harvest to resolve the constant shortage of big onions and the resultant price hike. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Kandy District Secretary Chandana Thennakoon District Secretary Chandana Thennakoon has instructed the Central Province Department of Agriculture to identify land fi

Sri Lanka refutes US claims of Chinese military base

Sri Lanka has refuted recent claims from US intelligence that there are potential plans for a Chinese military base to be established on its soil. State Defence Minister Premitha Bandara Tennakoon told Daily Mirror that Sri Lanka has not engaged in any discussions with foreign governments, including China, regarding the establishment of a military base within its borders.

Parliament to become elders’ home if current trend persists:Anunayake Thera

The Anunayake of the Ramanna Nikaya Most Venerable Kappitiyagoda Sirivimala Thera stated yesterday that if the current trend persists, the entire parliament will soon resemble an elders’ home and also emphasized the importance of elderly members stepping down to allow the youth the opportunity to contribute to the country’s development.

NPP will seek mandate to amend and continue IMF agreement: Vijitha

The National People’s Power (NPP) will seek a mandate to continue the IMF agreement after making amendments on conditions detrimental to the people, NPP MP Vijitha Herath said yesterday.

Father kills disabled children in Ampara tragedy

A horrifying tragedy unfolded as a 63-year-old father, Mohamed Mizra Mohamed Kaleel, took the lives of his 29-year-old son, Kaleel Riyaz, and his 14-year-old daughter Fathima Fasliya in Periyanilavanai , Ampara. Both children were disabled, compounding the sorrow of their untimely deaths. The scene was discovered by authorities, who also found Mohamed Kaleel in critical condition after attempting to end his own life with the same weapon he us