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CCTV footage of gunmen involved in Weligama PS chairman’s murder

CCTV footage of gunmen involved in Weligama PS chairman’s murder

CCTV camera footage showing the gunmen involved in the shooting of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekera entering his office and fleeing the premises has been received by Ada Derana. MORE..

video | October 22, 2025  1:41 pm
Kehelbaddara Padme’s illegally acquired assets worth Rs. 50M seized

Kehelbaddara Padme’s illegally acquired assets worth Rs. 50M seized

Illegally acquired assets valued at around Rs. 50 million, allegedly belonging to the notorious underworld figure Padmasiri Perera also known as ‘Kehelbaddara Padme’, have been seized by the Police Illegal Assets Investigation Division. MORE..

| October 22, 2025  12:38 pm
10-hour water cut in several areas within Colombo District

10-hour water cut in several areas within Colombo District

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced that a 10-hour water cut will be implemented in several areas within the Colombo District tomorrow (23). MORE..

| October 22, 2025  12:28 pm
At least 63 die in Uganda highway crash as two buses collide head-on

At least 63 die in Uganda highway crash as two buses collide head-on

A road accident involving two buses on one of Uganda’s busiest highways killed at least 63 people and left others injured, police said on Wednesday. MORE..

| October 22, 2025  12:09 pm
Weligama PS chairman dies after being shot inside his office

Weligama PS chairman dies after being shot inside his office

The Chairman of the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha, Lasantha Wickramasekara, also known as ‘Midigama Lasa,’ who was critically injured in a shooting incident this morning, has succumbed to his injuries while being admitted to the hospital, a short while ago. MORE..

video | October 22, 2025  11:22 am
Weligama PS chairman injured in shooting

Weligama PS chairman injured in shooting

The Chairman of the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha, Lasantha Wickramasekara, has reportedly been injured and hospitalised following a shooting incident, a short while ago. MORE..

video | October 22, 2025  10:46 am
Gold prices in Sri Lanka drop by Rs. 20,000 today

Gold prices in Sri Lanka drop by Rs. 20,000 today

The price of gold in Sri Lanka has declined by around Rs. 60,000 in comparison to last Friday (17), while today (22) alone, the price of gold has decreased by around Rs. 20,000. MORE..

| October 22, 2025  10:34 am
Ukrainian city in total blackout after ‘massive’ Russian assault

Ukrainian city in total blackout after ‘massive’ Russian assault

The Ukrainian city of Chernihiv is in total blackout following what the authorities describe as a “massive” assault by Russian missiles and drones, with hundreds of thousands of people affected. MORE..

| October 22, 2025  10:18 am
Stolen Louvre jewellery worth €88m, prosecutor says

Stolen Louvre jewellery worth €88m, prosecutor says

Jewellery stolen from the Louvre in Paris in a daring daylight robbery has been valued at 88 million euros (£76m; $102m), a French public prosecutor has said, citing the museum’s curator. MORE..

| October 22, 2025  10:16 am
Ayurvedic spa owners file petition seeking legalization of treatment centers

Ayurvedic spa owners file petition seeking legalization of treatment centers

The Sri Lanka Spa Owners’ Association has filed a writ petition with the Court of Appeal seeking an order directing the Attorney General to take immediate steps to prepare a bill to legalize and regulate Ayurvedic massage treatment centers. MORE..

| October 22, 2025  9:32 am
Peru declares 30-day state of emergency in Lima to tackle rising crime

Peru declares 30-day state of emergency in Lima to tackle rising crime

Peru’s President Jose Jeri declared on Tuesday a 30-day state of emergency in the capital Lima and the neighboring province of Callao, saying the move was to battle rising crime. MORE..

| October 22, 2025  8:45 am
Supreme Court annuls medal awarded by Peradeniya University

Supreme Court annuls medal awarded by Peradeniya University

The decision taken by the administration of the University of Peradeniya to present the “Professor E.O.E. Pereira” gold medal, awarded to the best student of the Faculty of Engineering in 2015... MORE..

| October 22, 2025  8:24 am
Train services on up-country line continue to be disrupted

Train services on up-country line continue to be disrupted

Sri Lanka Railways has announced that train services on the up-country line will continue to be restricted today (22). MORE..

| October 22, 2025  7:37 am
Putin-Trump summit on hold after Russia rejects ceasefire

Putin-Trump summit on hold after Russia rejects ceasefire

A planned summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin was put on hold on Tuesday, as Moscow’s rejection of an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine cast a cloud over attempts at negotiations. MORE..

| October 22, 2025  7:08 am
CAA issues gazette announcing maximum retail prices for imported rice

CAA issues gazette announcing maximum retail prices for imported rice

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has issued a gazette notification announcing the maximum retail prices (MRP) for imported rice varieties, effective from October 21, 2025. MORE..

| October 22, 2025  6:51 am
Heavy rains, strong winds expected in various parts of the island today

Heavy rains, strong winds expected in various parts of the island today

The low-pressure area located near the northern coast of Sri Lanka is expected to intensify further and move west-northwestward and is likely to develop into a Depression over the coastal areas of northern Tamil Nadu and south Andhra Pradesh during this evening (22), the Meteorology Department said. MORE..

| October 22, 2025  6:39 am
Sri Lanka establishes diplomatic relations with Belize

Sri Lanka establishes diplomatic relations with Belize

The Government of Sri Lanka and the Government of Belize have established Diplomatic Relations between the two countries with effect from today (21), upon the signing of the agreement. MORE..

| October 21, 2025  9:50 pm
New drug pricing formula passed in Parliament

New drug pricing formula passed in Parliament

The pricing formula introduced for pharmaceutical drugs was passed in Parliament today (21). MORE..

| October 21, 2025  8:46 pm
Court orders arrest of large-scale drug traffickers ‘Dehi Bale Malli’ and ‘Kalu Malli’

Court orders arrest of large-scale drug traffickers ‘Dehi Bale Malli’ and ‘Kalu Malli’

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today ordered the immediate arrest of large-scale drug traffickers Sehan Sathsara alias “Dehi Bale Malli” and his brother Thushan Nethsara alias “Kalu Malli”, who are said to be hiding overseas and operating drug rackets in the country. MORE..

| October 21, 2025  7:23 pm
Former French President Sarkozy starts 5-year prison sentence

Former French President Sarkozy starts 5-year prison sentence

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy began a five-year sentence on Tuesday for conspiring to raise campaign funds from Libya, arriving at La Sante prison in Paris in a stunning downfall for a man who led the country between 2007 and 2012. MORE..

| October 21, 2025  7:05 pm
Sri Lanka ranked 7th among best countries for food in the world 2025

Sri Lanka ranked 7th among best countries for food in the world 2025

Sri Lanka has been recognized for its exceptional culinary delights, ranking 7th for the world’s best food in 2025, according to Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards. MORE..

| October 21, 2025  5:05 pm
No decision to remove vehicle pass logos of lawyers and doctors – Minister

No decision to remove vehicle pass logos of lawyers and doctors – Minister

Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that the government has not taken any decision to remove the identification badges (vehicle pass logos) displayed on the vehicles of lawyers and doctors. MORE..

| October 21, 2025  4:57 pm
Easter attacks: Court extends injunction on ex-Army Intelligence Officer’s arrest

Easter attacks: Court extends injunction on ex-Army Intelligence Officer’s arrest

The Court of Appeal has extended until November 11 the interim injunction issued preventing the arrest of former Army Intelligence Officer Colonel K. S. Maddumage without consulting the Attorney General, in connection with the investigations into the Easter Sunday attacks. MORE..

| October 21, 2025  3:35 pm
Sri Lanka’s inflation climbs to 2.1% in September

Sri Lanka’s inflation climbs to 2.1% in September

The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), has increased to 2.1% in September 2025, compared to 1.5% in August 2025, according to the latest data released by the Department of Census and Statistics. MORE..

| October 21, 2025  3:14 pm
Coconut plantations in Puttalam affected by caterpillar outbreak

Coconut plantations in Puttalam affected by caterpillar outbreak

A large number of coconut plantations have been severely affected by a coconut caterpillar outbreak that is spreading in several plantations in the Puttalam District. MORE..

| October 21, 2025  3:08 pm