Veteran Buddhist monk, award-winning lyricist and author Ven. Rambukana Siddhartha Thero has passed away at the age of 76.

Former Chairman of the Ceylon Fisheries Corporation, Mahil Senaratne, has been granted bail by the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today (18) following his arrest by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).

Two individuals have been arrested for allegedly transporting narcotics along the Southern Expressway, police said.

Former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella was released on bail today (18) after being produced before the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court over allegations that he abused his power to protect his son from allegations relating to the theft of the historic ‘Sandagala’ artefact.

The Parliamentary Committee on High Posts has approved the appointments of a Secretary to the Ministry and three chairpersons to key government institutions and statutory bodies.

Iran's top negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf said on Tuesday that the strategic Strait of Hormuz will not be opened until the United States meets Tehran's demands, including lifting a naval blockade.

A warm weather advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for residents of the Eastern Province and Jaffna, Kilinochchi, Vavuniya, Mullaitivu, Polonnaruwa and Monaragala districts.

Two more petitions have been filed before the Supreme Court today (18), challenging the constitutionality of the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution and seeking a determination that it must receive approval at a referendum if Parliament proceeds with the legislation.

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (18) ordered the release of former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella on bail in connection with one of the corruption cases filed against him by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).

Sarvajana Balaya today (18) filed a petition before the Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution.

Approximately Rs. 74 billion has been transferred through 89 bank accounts in 10,151 transactions as part of an alleged Undiyal money transfer operation involving the illegal transfer of around USD 1 billion overseas, Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa revealed today (18).

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has filed a petition before the Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution, which was presented to Parliament today by the government.

The Bill to amend Sri Lanka’s Animals Act, No. 29 of 1958 has been enacted into law following certification by Speaker of House Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne today (18).

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted policy approval to amend Sri Lanka’s Foreign Exchange Act, No. 12 of 2017, to make unauthorized transfers of funds out of the country a criminal offence.

Sri Lanka is exploring the possibility of introducing a passenger drone service as part of efforts to promote the country’s tourism industry.

President Donald Trump's approval rating fell to the lowest level of his presidency, ‌with an overwhelming majority of Americans concerned the U.S. war with Iran will last a long time, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll that concluded on Monday.

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the provision of a monthly allowance for students with special educational needs from low-income families.

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has taken steps to destroy a stock of substandard veterinary medicines worth over Rs. 3 million.