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COLOMBO (News 1st): Former Chairman of the National Transport Commission (NTC) Renuka Perera has been remanded until September 29. He was remanded after being produced before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court.
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COLOMBO (News 1st): The corruption case against Yoshitha Rajapaksa and former Commander of the Navy Admiral of the Fleet Wasantha Karannagoda was taken up before the Colombo High Court today. High Court Judge Ravindra Premaratne ordered that the case be called on October 13 for a pre-trial conference.
COLOMBO (News 1st); President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says Sri Lanka has now entered a path of economic stability and that the Government's focus is to use that achievement as a foundation for a broader transformation of the country's economy and society. The President made these remarks during a meeting held at the Presidential Secretariat with a delegation from the International Monetary Fund…
COLOMBO (News 1st); The family of former First Lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa is not prepared to disclose her current location, according to Manoj Gamage, spokesman for former President Mahinda Rajapaksa. Gamage said he had been informed that Shiranthi Rajapaksa would return to Sri Lanka as soon as possible in order to continue providing care and support to former President Mahinda Rajapaksa.
COLOMBO (News 1st); A three-wheeler driver was shot dead Thursday (17) afternoon in a brazen shooting incident beneath the Dematagoda Black Bridge, police said. Police Spokesman F.U.
COLOMBO (News 1st); Former First Lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa, the wife of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, has been summoned to appear before the Financial Crimes Investigation Division on September 24 to provide a statement in connection with an ongoing investigation into financial transactions linked to the Siriliya Saviya Foundation. Investigators are seeking to record a statement from…
COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka Railways says it will not allow the ongoing strike launched by several trade unions to disrupt train operations, with authorities taking steps to ensure that services continue despite the industrial action. Railways General Manager Ravindra Pathmapriya stated that office trains were operated as scheduled today, while the department worked to maintain normal services…
COLOMBO (News 1st); The driver of the car involved in the fatal road accident that claimed three lives in Mattakkuliya has been remanded until September 30. The order was issued after the suspect was produced today before the Aluthkade Magistrate’s Court No. 07.
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COLOMBO (News 1st): The number of dengue cases reported in Sri Lanka so far this year has risen to 98,249. The highest number of cases has been reported from the Gampaha District, with 20,856 cases recorded.
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COLOMBO (News 1st): The Colombo High Court has ordered that the corruption case filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption against former Commander of Sri Lanka Navy Admiral of the Fleet Wasantha Karannagoda and Yoshitha Rajapaksa, be called for a pre-trial conference. Colombo High Court Judge Ravindra Premaratne issued the order today after considering the facts…
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COLOMBO (News 1st); Sri Lanka Customs says it has surpassed a major revenue milestone this year, with total revenue collections exceeding Rs. 2 trillion. According to the department, the largest contribution to revenue has come from the importation of motor vehicles, followed by petroleum imports, which together account for a significant share of Customs income.
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Former National Transport Commission Chairman Renuka Perera was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) over alleged corruption concerning passenger transport permits for the Southern Expressway. Investigators accuse him of causing a financial loss to the State by issuing 56 permits outside prescribed legal procedures and failing to collect required annual fees in a single payment. He is set to be produced before the Colombo Chief Magistrate's Court.
Sri Lanka Police have launched 24-hour hotline numbers to assist applicants facing difficulties obtaining Police Clearance Certificates while the online clearance system undergoes essential maintenance. Applicants can now submit requests through local police stations or, for those abroad, through close relatives or nearest Sri Lankan embassies. The online application process has been temporarily suspended pending system restoration.
Sri Lanka Police have warned that AI-generated child sexual abuse material is a growing threat, as criminals can create realistic abusive images from ordinary photos without the child's involvement. They urged parents to monitor children's online activity, use privacy settings, and maintain open conversations about digital dangers.
A driver involved in a fatal road accident in Mattakkuliya, Colombo, tested positive for cannabis following a medical examination. The crash killed three people and injured ten others, with the driver, identified as a local businessman, arrested.
Australia plans to restrict foreign students from bringing partners and children to the country while studying, aiming to reduce net overseas migration to 225,000 by 2028. This policy targets temporary visa holders and seeks to curb 'visa hopping' among international students.
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China has pledged to support the digitalisation of Sri Lanka's judicial system by introducing artificial intelligence, as discussed between Sri Lankan Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara and Chinese Ambassador Wei Huaxiang. The talks covered judicial reforms such as anti‑corruption measures, an e‑Court project, voice‑to‑text technology, improved court infrastructure, prison overcrowding reduction, and handling of case exhibits. Both sides emphasised continued cooperation based on bilateral friendship.
Sri Lanka Railways stated that train services will continue despite a strike by several railway trade unions, with services commencing as usual according to spokesperson Asanka Samarasinghe. The strike involves multiple railway associations but excludes the All Ceylon Railway Drivers' Association.
Minister of Environment Dr. Dhammika Patabendi announced plans to establish emergency disaster response units at the Divisional Secretariat level within two weeks, in coordination with District Disaster Management Centres, ahead of anticipated rainy weather conditions. Preparedness drills will also commence within the same timeframe to ensure effective disaster response.
The government is launching the “Diviyata Saviyak” Housing Assistance Programme for vulnerable children, including those who have transitioned from institutional care, today at the Presidential Secretariat under President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The initiative, aligned with the policy vision “A Dignified Life – A Secure Country,” allocates Rs.2 million per beneficiary for 834 children under the 2026 budget.
