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Easter Sunday Cases Against Former IGP and Defence Secretary Reach Verdict Stage
The long-running criminal cases against former Inspector General of Police Pujith Jayasundara and former Defence Secretary Hemasiri Fernando over the 2019 Easter Sunday terrorist attacks are due to reach a crucial stage today, with the Colombo Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar set to deliver its verdicts in the two separate proceedings. The former senior state officials […]
General Lasantha Rodrigo Promoted to Highest Military Rank
Outgoing Sri Lanka Army Commander Lieutenant General Lasantha Rodrigo has been promoted to the rank of General in recognition of his distinguished military service, exemplary leadership and longstanding contribution to the nation. The promotion was approved by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in his capacity as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, the Sri Lanka Army announced. […]
Government Plans to Introduce Pharmacy Drug Test Kits for Parents to Detect Child Drug Use
The government is planning to introduce drug testing kits through pharmacies, enabling parents to privately check whether their children are involved in drug use, as part of a broader national strategy to combat narcotics. The proposal was discussed at the meeting of the “A Nation United” National Steering Council for the Eradication of the Drug […]
Fisherman Missing After Fishing Boat Collides with Ship Off Trincomalee Coast
A fisherman has been reported missing following a collision between a fishing boat and a ship off the coast of Trincomalee, police said. According to authorities, the incident occurred approximately six nautical miles off the Trincomalee coastline. Several fishermen who sustained injuries in the collision have been admitted to the Trincomalee General Hospital for treatment. […]
India Appoints Alhind Global Services as New Consular Services Provider in Sri Lanka
The High Commission of India in Colombo has announced the appointment of Alhind Global Services as the new Outsourcing Service Provider (OSP) for visa, passport, Overseas Citizen of India (OCI), attestation, and other consular services in Sri Lanka. According to the High Commission, the new service provider will commence operations on July 7, 2026, on […]
Pope Leo XIV Appoints Rev. Fr. Anton Ranjith Pilleynayagam as New Bishop of Jaffna
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Rev. Fr. Anton Ranjith Pilleynayagam as the new Bishop of the Diocese of Jaffna, the Vatican announced today. The appointment comes following the acceptance of the resignation of Rt. Rev. Dr. Justin Gnanapragasam, who has served as the Bishop of Jaffna. The Vatican’s announcement marks a new chapter for the […]
Popular Sri Lankan Singer Rukman Asitha Passes Away at 48
Popular Sri Lankan singer Rukman Asitha has passed away at the age of 48 after battling an illness for some time. He passed away in the early hours of this morning while receiving treatment at the National Hospital of Colombo. Rukman Asitha rose to prominence through a number of popular songs, including Aadare Maha Sundarai […]
Over 18,000 Dansals Registered for Poson; PHIs Warn of Action Against Unsafe Operations
A total of 18,129 Dansals have been registered across Sri Lanka this year to mark the Poson Full Moon Poya Day, according to the Public Health Inspectors (PHI) Union of Sri Lanka. The union’s Treasurer, Prasad Munasinghe, stated that authorities will take strict action against Dansals found to be operating in an unsafe manner, including […]