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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..
| 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..
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..
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..
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..
| 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..
| 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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..