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PM Harini receives death threats via email; IP addresses traced to Europe - Minister
PM Harini receives death threats via email; IP addresses traced to Europe - Minister
Prime Minister of Sri Lanka Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has received death threats to her official email address at the Prime Minister’s Office, the Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ananda Wijepala revealed in Parliament today (20). MORE..
| May 20, 2025 4:16 pm
Dense fog disrupts traffic in Nuwara Eliya
Dense fog disrupts traffic in Nuwara Eliya
Vehicular movement has been affected due to dense fog prevailing along several roads heading towards the Nuwara Eliya city, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Investigation underway after elephant killed by train despite recent safety measures
Investigation underway after elephant killed by train despite recent safety measures
A Sri Lankan express train killed an elephant and was derailed on Tuesday despite safety measures introduced after the country’s worst wildlife railway accident three months ago on the same route. MORE..
Deputy Minister explains how duty is imposed on vehicles
Deputy Minister explains how duty is imposed on vehicles
The value of the vehicle is not the determining factor when imposing taxes, Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma said in Parliament today (20). MORE..
Landslide warnings issued for several areas in six districts
Landslide warnings issued for several areas in six districts
Early landslide warnings have been issued for multiple areas in six districts as heavy rainfall continues in parts of the island. MORE..
India’s ‘Silicon Valley’ flooded after heavy rains
India’s ‘Silicon Valley’ flooded after heavy rains
Parts of the southern Indian city of Bengaluru, often called India’s Silicon Valley are under water after heavy rainfall. MORE..
CC to decide on new Auditor General today
CC to decide on new Auditor General today
A decision on the appointment of the new Auditor General will be made today, Speaker of House Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne has announced in Parliament. MORE..
UK, France and Canada threaten action against Israel over Gaza
UK, France and Canada threaten action against Israel over Gaza
The UK, France and Canada have warned Israel they will take “concrete actions” if it continues an “egregious” expansion of military operations in Gaza. MORE..
Inquiry committee rejects preliminary objections by Deshabandu Tennakoon
Inquiry committee rejects preliminary objections by Deshabandu Tennakoon
The Committee of Inquiry to inquire and report its findings on Suspended Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon in respect of acts of gross abuse of power has dismissed the preliminary objections raised on behalf of the respondent IGP, according to the Parliamentary Communications Department. MORE..
Govt to recruit 186 immigration officers to expand passport services
Govt to recruit 186 immigration officers to expand passport services
A total of 186 officers will be recruited to the Department of Immigration and Emigration in order to expand services related to the issuance of passports, Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ananda Wijepala said in Parliament today (20). MORE..
TIN to be made mandatory when opening bank accounts under new tax law amendments
TIN to be made mandatory when opening bank accounts under new tax law amendments
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal to initiate necessary amendments to the Inland Revenue Act No. 24 of 2017 in order to make it mandatory to furnish the Tax Identification Number (TIN) when opening all types of bank accounts. MORE..
Cabinet approves “Take Care – Surakimu Magathota” school road safety project
Cabinet approves “Take Care – Surakimu Magathota” school road safety project
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval for the implementation of the project “Take Care – Surakimu Magathota” (Take Care – Let’s Ensure Road Safety). MORE..
Former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella further remanded
Former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella further remanded
Former Minister of Health Keheliya Rambukwella has been further remanded until June 3, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Bribery Commission files indictment against ex-Minister Chandrani Bandara
Bribery Commission files indictment against ex-Minister Chandrani Bandara
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has filed an indictment before the Colombo High Court against former Minister Chandrani Bandara, alleging abuse of power and corruption during her tenure as Minister of Women and Child Affairs and Dry Zone Development. MORE..
Hearing of case against ‘Harak Kata’ adjourned
Hearing of case against ‘Harak Kata’ adjourned
The Colombo High Court has adjourned the hearing of the case filed against Nandun Chinthaka Wickramaratne, alias “Harak Kata” — a high-profile suspect linked to drug trafficking and organized crime — in connection with a violent robbery that was reported in Mulleriyawa in 2015. MORE..
Appeals Court dismisses contempt charges against Sports Director General over rugby elections
Appeals Court dismisses contempt charges against Sports Director General over rugby elections
The Court of Appeal today (20) dismissed a contempt of court case filed against the Director General of Sports over his alleged failure to conduct elections for Sri Lanka Rugby, as per an agreement previously reached before the Colombo District Court. MORE..
We waged war to establish peace in the country: Ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa
We waged war to establish peace in the country: Ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa says the government led by him waged war to liberate the country and establish lasting peace. MORE..
‘Really dangerous’: Warning for potentially deadly flash floods in Eastern Australia
‘Really dangerous’: Warning for potentially deadly flash floods in Eastern Australia
Residents on the northern New South Wales coast have been warned of potentially life-threatening flash flooding as heavy falls and strong winds continue to lash the state. MORE..
Parties and independent groups yet to name all its members for LG bodies
Parties and independent groups yet to name all its members for LG bodies
Details of around 40% of the members elected to local government bodies following the conduct of the 2025 Local Government (LG) election have not been submitted to the respective District Returning Officers, Commissioner General of Elections Saman Sri Ratnayake has stated. MORE..
Two sluice gates of Thabbowa Reservoir opened
Two sluice gates of Thabbowa Reservoir opened
Two sluice gates of the Thabbowa Reservoir have been opened following heavy rains in the area, the Department of Irrigation said. MORE..
Three women arrested with ‘Kush’ worth Rs. 120mn at BIA
Three women arrested with ‘Kush’ worth Rs. 120mn at BIA
Three women have been arrested by Sri Lanka Customs at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle Rs. 120 million worth of ‘Kush’ cannabis into the country. MORE..
Keheliya Rambukwella produced before Court
Keheliya Rambukwella produced before Court
Former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, who has been arrested and remanded in connection with three cases filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), has been produced before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court by prison officials today (20). MORE..
Parliamentary session begins
Parliamentary session begins
The Parliamentary session commenced at 9:30 a.m. today (20). MORE..
| May 20, 2025 9:52 am
Suspect arrested for multiple three-wheeler thefts
Suspect arrested for multiple three-wheeler thefts
A suspect wanted in connection with the theft of multiple three-wheelers has been arrested by Police. MORE..
Excise officers accused of soliciting bribes from liquor license holders
Excise officers accused of soliciting bribes from liquor license holders
The Sri Lanka Liquor Licensees’ Association has accused certain excise officers of allegedly demanding bribes from liquor license holders to maintain their establishments. MORE..