SJB slams Sarath Fonseka

Chief Opposition Whip Lakshman Kiriella who responded to remarks made by Field Marshal Fonseka earlier yesterday said the latter is not aware of parliamentary procedures.

Pictures of water pipeline filled with gunk spark concerns

Responding to images circulated on social media depicting a water pipeline filled with gunk, claimed to be in Sri Lanka, the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) denied the existence of such pipelines in Sri Lanka.

Land Connectivity: India, Sri Lanka to conduct feasibility study with third party involvement

Sri Lanka and India have decided to conduct the feasibility study on the proposed land connectivity project with the involvement of a third party, an informed source said.

Fresh research underway with NBRO to identify non-risky city trees – CMC

When contacted CMC Commissioner Bhadrani Jayawardena told the Daily Mirror a fresh project is underway with the collaboration of the National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) to identify the non-risky trees in the city.

Veterinary faculty explores possibilities

An experiment is underway at the Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science Faculty to explore the possibility of producing nutritious dairy products, including cheese, as well as medicine for skin diseases, from the milk of domesticated donkeys.

President’s statement a threat to judicial system: BASL

Issuing a press release regarding the President’s statement on the Supreme Court’s determination on the Gender Equality Bill, the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) reiterated that the President’s statement is a threat to the Supreme Court and the entire judicial system in discharging the judicial functions conferred by the Constitution.

CID to probe Piumi Hansamali’s bank accounts over alleged illegal assets

Maligakanda Magistrate Manjula Thilakaratne granted permission to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to obtain the records of 19 accounts belonging to model Piumi Hansamali, following allegations that Hansamali has acquired substantial properties through organised crime.

Controversial remarks on Buddhism: Nathasha released from case

Stand-up comedian Nathasha Edirisooriya was yesterday ordered to be released from the magisterial inquiry by the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court upon the Attorney General’s advice.

Gender shift in rat fever cases raises concern

Health officials in Sri Lanka have identified a growing tendency of women being infected with leptospirosis, commonly referred to as rat fever, with a notable increase.

Sri Lanka eyes UK elections as Labour, Conservative parties court Tamil votes

Sri Lanka closely monitors vote bank politics in the run-up to UK elections targeting the votes of the Sri Lankan-origin Tamil community since both Labour Party and Conservative Party have vowed to press for truth, reconciliation and accountability in Sri Lanka over the alleged rights violations during the wartime in Sri Lanka, Daily Mirror learns.

Flesh-eating bacteria in Japan: Sri Lankan health officials urge public not to panic

Amidst growing concerns over the spread of Streptococcal Toxic Shock Syndrome (STSS), or commonly known as ‘flesh-eating bacteria’ across Japan, Sri Lankan health authorities have moved to reassure the public, emphasizing that there is no cause for panic.

Supreme Court has engaged in judicial cannibalism - President

President Ranil Wickremesinghe yesterday in Parliament criticized the Supreme Court saying that it is in a way engaged in judicial cannibalism.

4-year old found safe after spending night stranded in forest

Four-year-old Sivanathan Abhilash, who went missing on Monday (17) evening in the Duncan Estate within the Norwood Police area, was found yesterday in a forest within the same estate, Police said.

Constitutional Council rejects President’s proposal to extend AG’s term

The Constitutional Council yesterday rejected President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s proposal to extend the term of office for Attorney General Sanjay Rajaratnam (PC) by another six months.

Donkey population in Kalpitiya at risk

The unique donkey population native to the Kalpitiya Peninsula, which contributed to the area’s biodiversity, is facing the threat of extinction, causing concern among environmentalists.

SC justifies termination of employment on financial misconduct

The Supreme Court yesterday, in its judgement on an industrial dispute case, justified the termination of an employee’s employment on the grounds of financial misconduct.

HIV testing ramped up amid rising cases among youth

In response to the significant prevalence of HIV cases among young people between the ages 15-24, the health authorities have scaled up testing especially targeting the said group.

Rising trend in live-streaming sex content among youth

In a startling revelation, Sri Lanka’s law enforcement agencies have reported a surge in incidents regarding live-streaming sexual content involving youth, who are allegedly selling these explicit clips to international companies.

Most complaints against Police involve law non-enforcement, abuse of power

Most number of complaints received by the National Police Commission against the police in 2023 were related to the non-enforcement of laws, abuse of power and acting with partiality, according to a report by the National Audit Office.

Father embraces child after Eid Ul Adha prayers

Muslims gather at the Galle Face Green to engage in Eid Ul Adha prayers in celebration of Hajj.

Bus driver, conductor arrested for knocking down junglefowl, carrying carcass

The driver and conductor of a Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) bus were arrested after being found with the carcass of a junglefowl that the bus had accidentally struck while passing through the Thabbowa Wildlife Sanctuary.

EC initiates routine operations ahead of elections

In preparation for the upcoming elections, the Election Commission has launched routine operations aimed at ensuring a smooth electoral process.

11 month old girl dies after coconut falls on her head in Galaha

A eleven-month-old girl lost her life after a coconut fell on her head in Deltota, Galaha, police said. The victim, identified as Logeswaran Kiangshini, was a resident of Galaha Deltota Naranhinna estate.

Rajitha heading for a political somersault?

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Rajitha Senaratne yesterday said he would support Sri Lanka’s economic revival programme.

Lost in thought

A hapless-looking elderly person sits isolated on the concrete enclosure of a tree with a signboard which tells the importance of tree planting. When a tree is grown, it provides shade. Is he waiting for shelter?

Man kills youth for dancing with his wife at musical show

A 20-year-old youth died after being attacked and his throat slit following an argument at a music concert in Kalutara.

Head Guard falls off train between Ganemulla and Bulugahagoda

The Head Guard in the Trincomalee bound express train from Colombo had fallen off the train at Bulugahagoda area and the train had proceeded to Gampaha railway station without the Head Guard.

SJB and NPP have secretly accepted RW’s policies: Prasanna Ranatunga

Both Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and National People’s Power (NPP) have secretly accepted that policies of incumbent President Ranil Wickremesinghe is the way forward, Minister Prasanna Ranatunga said.

Hajj celebration fosters feelings of equality and brotherhood among all: President

President Ranil Wickremesinghe, in his Hajj message, said, that to achieve spiritual and worldly success, individuals must abandon selfishness and embrace a life of sacrifice and harmony. Muslims celebrate the Hajj festival each year with this noble aim in mind.

24% decrease in grave crimes after deployment of more policemen for patrolling

The total number of grave crimes has decreased by 24% in the past month following the deployment of 60% of police officers for patrolling in each police station island-wide in parallel to the ‘Yukthiya Operation,’ the latest statistics revealed.