The cobra charmed?

“I haven’t cheated a red cent”

Might is right?

Thugs armed with wooden poles and verbally abusing the protestors physically prevented them continuing their march to protest the impeachment motion. Protestors were compelled to take an alternate route. Daily Mirror provides raw footage of the intimidiatory  tactics used in clear view of the Police.

PSC did not find CJ guilty; Deputy Speaker

Deputy speaker, Attorney- at- Law Chandima Weerakkody speaks to Daily Mirror after the determination of the Supreme Court to the effect that the PSC was unconstitutional. Weerakkody reiterates the government’s commitment to an ‘ independent and pure’ judiciary and states that the government does not wish to see the country descend to anarchy.

REVIEW 2012

Looking back at an eventful 2012

The Cobra girl speaks

I felt ashamed to be a member of parliament: Kiriella

UNP MP Lakshman Kiriella spoke to the Daily Mirror on the impeachment process, the declining decorum in parliament and the weakening of the opposition.

Regressive taxation, an unholy instrument; Sajith

UNP Deputy Leader Sajith Premadasa spoke to the Daily Mirror about the 2013 budget.

EU a constant companion of SL

Ambassador and Head of Delegation of the European Union to Sri Lanka and the Maldives Bernard Savage told Daily Mirror that the EU has been a constant companion of Sri Lanka in dealing with humanitarian situations, not only related to conflicts but after the tragedy of Tsunami in 2004.

I’m happy that all of us are alive

One of the four divers who went missing yesterday at the Mount Lavinia Sea, relates to Daily Mirror the ordeal, the four divers faced after they were left stranded in the deep sea for close to 24 hours.

I will continue to fight on

Former Army chief Sarath Fonseka who is currently facing a split within his camp, speaks to the Daily Mirror about the issues that prevailed within the party which led to the current situation. And also says that he is undeterred by the current developments and will fight towards the ambition of changing the political culture existing in the country.

India is not a friend of Sri Lanka; Somawansa

Leader of the JVP, Somawansa Amerasinghe spoke to the Daily Mirror on the resurgent debate on the 13th Amendment, the prison riot, and the impeachment motion.

Research-centric universities; need of the hour

Daily Mirror spoke to Professor Gehan Amaratunga about the environment necessary for innovation, research and development in science and technology in Sri Lanka. He notes the weakness in the university system and the renewed interest from the corporate sector to invest in innovation.

War in Welikada

This dramatic video footage captured by Daily Mirror online shows a group of armed inmates of the Welikada prison coming under a hail of bullets from the STF as they try to force their way out of the prison in a three-wheeler. 

Obama's presidential victory speech

About politics meeting the passion to sketch

A meeting of passion and interest is most often a dream come true for many. For Kal as he is fondly known the passion to sketch meeting his interest in politics was indeed a perfect match. His excellence in pictures has slowly but surely ensured him being one of the most respected and recognized cartoonist in modern history. The Daily Mirror met with the man himself who talks to us about “the tale of two affairs”.

Anura Kumara Dissanayake on Hot Seat

JVP MP Anura Kumara Dissanayake spoke to the Daily Mirror on the deteriorating influence of the JVP and the issues surrounding the rift between the judiciary and the executive. He also speaks on the FUTA strike.

Hot Seat with Mangala Samaraweera

UNP MP Mangala Samaraweera speaks on the University Teacher’s crisis, the pressure on the judiciary and the perceived stock market mafia. He also comments on “girlfriend companies”, the opposition’s preparation for an upcoming change and the Malaka Silva case. 

A corrupt state is a vulnerable state; Vasudeva

Minister of National Languages and Social Integration and veteran of the left movement Vasudeva Nanayakkara talks on the issues of Malaka Silva, the deterioration of the Left-movement and clarifies matters relating to the Judicial Services Commission. He also addresses the issues of corruption and the University Teachers crisis.

The UNP my father died for, is no more; Navin

Minister of Public Management Reforms Navin Dissanayake, spoke to the Daily Mirror on his father’s legacy, the public administration system of the country and the weaknesses of the UNP.

"Dayasiri Jayasekara will never play double games"

Dayasiri Jayasekara who was the centre of controversy during the past few months speaks to the Daily Mirror about his current political stance, his future political aspirations, the decline of law and order and much more in a wide ranging interview with Daily Mirror online.

I’m not afraid to speak the truth - Hirunika

Hirunika Premachandra didn’t mince her words when she spoke to the Daily Mirror about her recent appearance at a UPFA rally which created doubts among sections of the public about her political ambitions and much more.

I will commit suicide tomorrow: Mervyn

Minister Mervyn Silva in a no holds barred interview spoke to the Daily Mirror about animal sacrifice, allegations of extortion, drug peddling, threats to journalists and much more.

Mahindananda debriefed

Sports Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage,  speaks about allegations of corruption at the SLC, his dismay over the manner in which Sri Lanka cricket is run, thuggery at rugby matches,the Olympic ‘officials’ scandal  and much more in an interview with the Daily Mirror.

Thilak says it was "day light robbery"

The Daily Mirror in an explosive interview with former SEC Chairman Thilak Karunarathne spoke to him in detail about what transpired in the run up to his resignation. In his most detailed interview  to date since his resignation Karunarathne said that what happened in the bourse was “day light robbery” and it was clear that “Powerful people” wanted him out.

Slinga Malinga says it all

Sri Lankas star bowler Lasith Malinga speaks to the Daily Mirror in a no holds barred interview after a long spell in silence. We spoke to him about the recent controversy regarding his contract, his new addition to the family, his cricketing priorities and much more during this interview. 

Harin Fernando on Hot Seat

UNP MP Harin Fernando spoke to the Daily Mirror on the upcoming Provincial Council Elections and the conflict within the UNP, as well as the various accusations being leveled against the leader of the UNP. The MP from the Badulla District also discusses the pressures of being a young MP.

Rosy Senanayake on Hot Seat

United National Party Parliamentarian Rosy Senanayake spoke to the Daily Mirror on the recent increase in child abuse and child rape. She also addresses issues about the UNP leadership.

Soft hands battle deadly mines

Daily Mirror visited the Puthukudirippu town in Mullaitivu, to get a glimpse of the daring female de-miners in action -  grappling hidden killers and bringing these former 'fields of death', slowly back to life.

Former Chief Justice Sarath N Silva on Hotseat

Former Chief Justice Sarath N Silva spoke to the Daily Mirror on the people’s confidence in the judiciary and the provincial council system.