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NPP now following Ranil’s path after reversing its stance on taxes - Dilith

The present government-led by the National People’s Power (NPP) has changed its stance on taxes and is now following the path taken by former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, leader of the Sarvajana Balaya Alliance Parliamentarian Dilith Jayaweera stated. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 1:46 pm

Info on 26 Sri Lankans arrested in Malaysia for various offences received by Police

Sri Lankan authorities have been officially informed about 26 Sri Lankans who have been arrested in Malaysia for various offences, according to Police Spokesperson Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) F.U. Wootler. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 1:03 pm

181 Indian fishermen, 24 boats taken into custody for poaching in 2025

A total of 181 Indian fishermen have been arrested by the Sri Lanka Navy (SLN) in 2025 for poaching in Sri Lankan waters. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 12:38 pm

Air India pilot’s medical records being examined ‘over mental health fears’

The medical records of one of the pilots of the doomed Air India plane are being examined after it has been claimed he suffered from poor mental health. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 12:38 pm

Thailand mulls zero duty for more US goods to win tariff deal

Thailand is weighing allowing zero-duty market access for more US goods to help persuade the Trump administration to lower a threatened 36% tariff on its exports. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 12:22 pm

Over 900kg of heroin seized in island wide anti-narcotics operations: Police

A total of 922 kilograms of heroin have been seized during joint operations conducted by Sri Lanka Police and Tri-forces across the island over the past seven months of this year. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 11:51 am

‘Red’ warning issued for strong winds and rough seas

A ‘Red’ warning has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for strong winds and rough seas for areas extending from Chilaw to Mannar via Puttalam and from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 11:40 am

68 shootings reported across Sri Lanka so far in 2025

A total of 68 shooting incidents have been reported across the island in the past seven months of this year, Sri Lanka Police said. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 11:40 am

Rajitha Senaratne files anticipatory bail application

Former Minister Rajitha Senaratne has filed an anticipatory bail application before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court, seeking release on bail in the event of his arrest by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). MORE..

| July 14, 2025 11:18 am

Petition seeking injunction on Seethawaka PS chairman election dismissed

The Court of Appeal has dismissed a petition seeking an injunction to prevent Western Province Local Government Commissioner Sarangika Jayasundara from conducting a secret ballot to elect the Chairman and Vice Chairman of the Seethawaka Pradeshiya Sabha. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 10:35 am

No new recruitments at CPC – Managing Director

The Managing Director of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) and Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited (CPSTL), Dr. Mayura Netthikumarage, has announced that there will be no new recruitments at the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC). MORE..

| July 14, 2025 10:33 am

Ex-Minister Duminda Dissanayake granted bail under strict conditions

Former Minister Duminda Dissanayake, who had been arrested and remanded in connection with the recent discovery of a gold-plated T-56 firearm at an apartment complex in Havelock Town, Colombo, has been granted bail under strict bail conditions, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 10:22 am

Applications called for re-scrutiny of 2024 O/L results

The Ministry of Education has announced that applications for the re-scrutiny of the results of the 2024 G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination will be accepted from today (July 14) until July 28. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 9:58 am

Every student will have access to jobs or higher education under new reforms – PM

Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, emphasized that the selection of underprivileged schools for development should be made with the approval of the District Development Committee and not based on favoritism. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 9:27 am

Nigeria’s ex-president Buhari, twice leader of Africa’s most populous nation, dies at 82

Former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, who led the country twice as a military head of state and a democratic president, has died aged 82, his press secretary said Sunday. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 9:20 am

TN Chief Minister urges Jaishankar to secure release of fishermen from Sri Lankan custody

Tamil Nadu Chief minister M K Stalin has urged the Union government to take urgent diplomatic steps to secure the release of seven Rameswaram fishermen apprehended by the Sri Lankan navy in the early hours of Sunday. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 8:59 am

London Southend Airport to remain closed after ‘fireball’ crash

Essex Police said they were alerted shortly before 4pm on Sunday to “reports of a collision involving one 12-metre plane” at the airport, calling it a “serious incident” although there has been no confirmation of the number of casualties. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 8:34 am

Four injured after buses collide in Nawinna

At least four persons have been injured and hospitalised following an accident involving two private buses that occurred in the Nawinna area of Maharagama at around 6.00 a.m. this morning (14). MORE..

| July 14, 2025 8:33 am

Accomplice of organized criminal arrested with ‘Ice’ haul and revolver

A 31-year-old female suspect has been arrested at Ibbagawatta junction in the Modara area while in possession of 20 grams of ‘Ice’ (crystal methamphetamine). MORE..

| July 14, 2025 8:11 am

UNDP to support govt’s efforts in building effective public service

Azusa Kubota, the Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), affirmed that the UNDP will support the Sri Lankan government’s ongoing initiatives to build an efficient and accountable public service. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 7:27 am

Trump demands more concessions as EU holds off on US tariff countermeasures

The European Union said on Sunday it would extend its suspension of countermeasures to U.S. tariffs until early August and continue to press for a negotiated settlement as U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration demanded more concessions from trading partners. MORE..

| July 14, 2025 6:59 am