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October 03, 2025

Robbery by household servants

A woman and two others including her son employed under a manpower institution supplying household servants resorted to theft of property in houses were taken into custody by Bemmulla police yesterday.

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Sri Lankan syndicate's attempt to obtain Malaysian passport thwarted in KL

A cunning attempt by a Sri Lankan syndicate to use the identity of a child to obtain a Malaysian passport was foiled by the Kuala Lumpur Immigration Department at UTC Pudu Immigration Office, Kuala Lumpur this morning, foreign media reported.

1 mins

Bribery Commission probe: RAJAPAKSA'S FORMER SECURITY CHIEF REMANDED

Neville Wanni Arachchi, former chief security officer of ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa, who was arrested by the Bribery Commission, was ordered to be remanded till October 17 by Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S Bodaragama yesterday.

3 mins

MR YET TO HAND OVER WIJERAMA RESIDENCE: MINISTRY TO TAKE NECESSARY ACTION: NALINDA

Claiming that former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has not officially handed over his official residence at Wijerama Mawatha as yet, Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said action will be taken regarding the matter by the respective Ministry.

1 mins

SYPHILIS-LIKE INFECTION SPREADING AMONG MONKEYS IN POLONNARUWA OFFICIALS

Monkeys and macaques at religious sites can spread disease if people sit where an infected animal has excreted

1 mins

One month-old baby found in bag outside retired health officer's home

She said she discovered the bag around 6.00 a.m. when she opened her front door and noticed it moving, On unzipping it, she found the child inside, along with a clinic chart showing the baby had been born about a month ago

1 mins

Health Ministry concerned over misleading post on LGBTQ

The Health Ministry has expressed concern over a misleading social media post that promoted the launch of an “LGBTQIA+ Sexual Wellbeing Clinic” at the National Hospital in Kandy, it is learnt.

1 mins

BRIBERY PROBE IN PROGRESS AGAINST ENERGY MINISTER KUMARA JAYAKODY; LEGAL ACTION IF COMMISSION DECIDES

CIABOC Ranga Dissanayake said yesterday that he would institute legal action against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody Decision to prosecute or not under the Bribery Act rests with the three-member Commission, not the Director General He is also facing corruption complaints over misappropriation of funds amounting to Rs.8 million while serving at the Fertilizer Corporation in 2015 If the Commission decides to file a case against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody, it will be the first case under the NPP to face bribery charges

1 mins

Don't jump the gun over Thajudeen's death: Mahinda Jayasinghe tells Namal

There is nothing for Namal Rajapaksa or anyone else to panic as the government will conduct proper investigations into every crime, fraud and corruption

1 mins

RAJAPAKSA’S FORMER SECURITY CHIEF REMANDED

The Commission stated that the inquiry commenced on the basis of a complaint received in 2016, and that although the suspect was given several notices to declare his assets and liabilities between 2016 and 2017, the details provided by him were found to be false or incomplete.

1 mins

BRIBERY PROBE IN PROGRESS

AGAINST KUMARA JAYAKODY; LEGAL ACTION IF COMMISSION DECIDES

2 mins

BRIBERY COMMISSION NOT DRIVEN BY POLITICS, SAYS DG RANGA DISSANAYAKE

Once a decision is made, my duty is to file the indictment as recommended by the Commission,\" he said.

2 mins

Sri Lankan syndicate’s attempt to obtain Malaysian passport thwarted in KL

Citizens whose documents are misused face the risk of identity theft, legal complications, and false criminal records

1 mins

Warm weather advisory issued for five districts

The forecast is generated daily for the following 24-hour period

1 mins

Sri Lanka lost Rs.237 billion on economic, health costs associated with alcohol in 2022 - UNDP

Sri Lanka’s health and economic costs associated with alcohol was estimated at Rs. 237 billion in 2022, an amount that far outweighed total excise tax revenue earned, according to a study done by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

1 mins

IRANIAN FOREIGN MINISTER WRITES TO SRI LANKA SEEKING SOLIDARITY ON UN SANCTIONS

We should be careful about international norms because these norms are the result of humanity's bitter experiences after two world wars

2 mins

CAN INDIA CLAIM KACHCHATHEEVU ISLAND?

Kachchatheevu Island is located in Palk Bay, one and a half nautical miles from the India-Sri Lanka International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) on our side of IMBL.

4 mins

STEWARDSHIP AND GOVERNANCE OF RECREATIONAL TRAILS

Pekeo Trail - Social leveller committed to sustainability

6 mins

COMMITTEE REPORTS ON HIDDEN CONTAINERS OUT

The release of these containers raised concerns among Customs Trade Unions, civil society groups, and the general public

9 mins

THE TROUBLE WITH TRUMP'S GAZA BLUEPRINT

Those who believe that US President Donald Trump's so-called 20-point peace plan is a workable solution to end the suffering of the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip understand neither the sinister designs of the Zionists and their partners in crime nor the root causes of the Palestinian question in its full complexity.

4 mins

Growth needs reform, not rhetoric

Sri Lanka, having endured a severe financial crisis that culminated in sovereign default in 2022, is now at a critical juncture. The country is under the care of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which offers some breathing space. But this is by no means a permanent cure. The real challenge lies in whether Sri Lanka can generate sustainable growth and become a prosperous country.

3 mins

Vega to develop nation’s first Al-powered autonomous car

SHIFTING GEAR FROM ELECTRIC SUPERCAR TO SELF-DRIVING TECHNOLOGY

1 mins

‘Ruhunu Ring’ unveiled to boost tourist spending and drive regional investment

Sri Lanka's tourism industry yesterday unveiled the ‘Ruhunu Ring) a landmark private sector-led initiative designed to transform the southern tourism landscape by promoting experiential travel and aiming to boost the average daily tourist expenditure.

2 mins

Promising local AI startups stifled by ‘prototype-level’ ecosystem, warn industry experts

Sri Lanka has world-class tech talent capable of building Al-driven startups that can compete globally, but the country's startup ecosystem remains “stuck at a prototype level; hindered by limited venture capital, outdated investment mechanisms, and weak government support, industry leaders warned.

2 mins

Plans afoot for R&D leap with proposed RMIT innovation hub

Sri Lanka is exploring the establishment of a Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) Innovation Hub to strengthen research and development (R&D) collaboration and drive commercialisation of innovative solutions, the Presidential Media Division (PMD) said.

1 mins

Fitch warns debt risks loom after 2027 for SL despite fiscal gains

Sri Lanka’s revenues jumped 27 percent in the first seven months of 2025, pushing the island nation into a primary surplus and helping foreign reserves recover to US$ 6.2 billion. However, Fitch Ratings warned that debt and interest burdens will remain far above peer levels despite reforms.

2 mins

ASPI up for 13 straight sessions

The ASPI closed in green as a result of price gains in counters such as Melstacorp, Access Engineering and Union Bank with the turnover crossing Rs. 6.5 bn.

1 mins

Muted market participation with selective interest at short and long ends

The secondary government securities market remained subdued yesterday, with limited trading activity and low volumes, with some selling pressure observed at the short end of the yield curve.

1 mins

LB Finance Al-Salamah honoured with industry accolades at 10th IFFSA Awards

LB Finance Al-Salamah has been resoundingly recognised for its exceptional contributions and unwavering commitment to excellence at the prestigious 10th IFFSA Awards 2025 — Islamic Finance Forum of South Asia.

1 mins

HNB-Plantchem empower agri machinery sector

HNB PLC announced a strategic partnership with Plantchem (Private) Limited, aimed at supporting agricultural mechanisation through attractive leasing solutions for Lovol tractors.

1 mins

LOLC Insurance elevates leadership with strategic appointments

LOLC Insurance announced two significant leadership appointments aimed at driving sustainable growth, strengthening governance and enhancing operational excellence across its companies, LOLC Life Assurance Ltd and LOLC General Insurance PLC.

1 mins

Pine Labs’ Credit+ platform powers BOC’s multi-currency prepaid forex instrument

Global fintech platform Pine Labs Limited announced its partnership with Bank of Ceylon (BOC) in Sri Lanka.

1 mins

NDB Bank becomes only local bank to be named as a Great Place to Work

NDB Bank announced that it has once again been certified as a Great Place to Work for the period July 2025 to July 2026, affirming its status as a leading employer and the only local bank in Sri Lanka to receive this esteemed recognition.

1 mins

Consultations on National Export Development Plan 2025-2029 kicks off

Sri Lanka’s Export Development Board (EDB), in partnership with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), this week launched a series of stakeholder consultations to formulate the National Export Development Plan (NEDP) 2025-2029.

1 mins

CSE Annual Report 2024 wins Gold at LACP Vision Awards

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) Annual Report 2024, themed ‘Redefining Horizons’, has achieved global recognition by taking home the Gold award amongst five other awards under the Financials Capital Markets Category, at the prestigious League of American Communications Professionals LLC (LACP) 2024 Vision Awards.

1 mins

Union Assurance again among Top 50 Most Valuable Brands in Sri Lanka

Union Assurance has once again secured a coveted position in the 100 Most Valuable Brands 2025 ranking published by Brand Finance.

1 mins

WalkersTours.lk and Ayusrilanka.lk win at BestWeb.LK 2025

WalkersTours.lk and AyuSriLanka.lk shined at BestWeb. LK 2025, organised by the LK Domain Registry for the 15th consecutive year, winning top honours for excellence in digital innovation and user experience.

1 mins

Book Fair tickets now on PickMe

UP TO 3 FREE TICKETS FOR ONLINE TICKET BUYERS VIA PICKME APP

1 mins

CA Sri Lanka women shine at SAFA Women Leadership Awards 2025

Two exceptional women from the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka) have made the nation proud by winning top honours at the prestigious SAFA Women Leadership Awards, a regional platform that celebrates excellence, leadership and impact among women in the accounting profession across South Asia.

1 mins

Parental Intelligence, SL’s 1st parenting AI companion introduced

The recently announced Parental Intelligence (PI), Sri Lanka’s first culturally relevant AI parenting companion, was developed to support parents and caregivers in manoeuvring the daily challenges of family life.

1 mins

Sri Lanka Food Processors Association holds 28th AGM

The Sri Lanka Food Processors Association (SLFPA) successfully held its 28th Annual General Meeting (AGM) recently at The Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo, with the participation of its members and industry stakeholders.

2 mins

How do Germans celebrate reunification

German Unity Day, observed on October 3, is Germany’s national holiday commemorating the country’s reunification in 1990.

2 mins

Message from the German Ambassador to Sri Lanka

On October 3rd, Germany commemorates the Day of German Unity — a significant occasion marking the reunification of East and West Germany. It serves as a powerful reminder of the values of unity, democracy, human rights, diversity, and the rule of law — principles that Germany values and works to uphold every day.

1 mins

GERMANY'S CULTURAL MOSAIC: UNITY IN DIVERSITY

Germany today stands as a vibrant mosaic of cultures, shaped by decades of immigration and an ongoing commitment to refugee integration.

4 mins

Germany's trade doors open wide

Germany remains Europe's economic powerhouse and a top destination for exporters seeking market expansion.

4 mins

How resilient German manufacturing navigates change, uncertainty, opportunity

Germany’s industrial sector, the backbone of Europe’s largest economy, faces a complex mix of resilience and challenges in 2025. While traditional strengths in engineering, manufacturing, and exports endure, rising energy costs, geopolitical tensions, climate impacts, and slow domestic demand strain production. Policymakers and SMEs are turning to digital technologies, sustainability initiatives, and innovation to preserve competitiveness and stimulate growth ina shifting global economy.

4 mins

HOW DO GERMANS CELEBRATE REUNIFICATION

German Unity Day, observed on October 3, is Germany’s national holiday commemorating the country’s reunification in 1990. On this date, the German Democratic Republic (East Germany) officially joined the Federal Republic of Germany (West Germany), restoring a single German state for the first time since 1945.

2 mins

Germany's timeless tapestry: History and heritage unveiled

A masterful journey through Germany's iconic landmarks, from Berlin's storied heart to Bavaria's fairy tale castles and beyond

4 mins

MESSAGE FROM H.E. MIYON LEE, AMBASSADOR OF THE REPUBLIC OF KOREA, ON THE OCCASION OF KOREA'S NATIONAL FOUNDATION DAY 2025

As the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Sri Lanka, I am honored to celebrate Korea's 4358th National Foundation Day -(개천절), Gaecheonjeol) on October 3 with the people of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka.

4 mins

KOICA SRI LANKA OFFICE MARKS 30 YEARS OF DEVELOPMENT PARTNERSHIP

Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) is a government entity, founded in 1991 to maximize the effectiveness of South Korea's grant aid programs.

3 mins

Abans Celebrates Korea's National Foundation Day with Heartfelt Good Wishes and Continued Partnership

On the occasion of Korea's National Foundation Day, Abans extends its warmest wishes to the people of Korea, celebrating a nation whose rich history and cultural legacy continue to inspire generations across the globe.

1 mins

Kingswood rout Rahula

Kingswood College beat Matara Rahula College by 98 runs in their Under 19 limited overs cricket encounter at the Lake View ground inKandy.

1 mins

HNB pockets top prize at inter-company hockey showpiece

Hatton National Bank triumphed over Sampath Bank in a nail-biting penalty shootout after a goalless draw at full time in the A division final at the Mercantile Hockey 9-A-Side Tournament sponsored by Singer Sri Lanka on Saturday at the Astro Turf in Colombo.

1 mins

Playdium launches Sri Lanka's maiden Pin League bowling

Playdium, Sri Lanka’s premier bowling and entertainment arena, successfully hosted the inaugural Playdium Pin League (PPL) recently, marking a significant advancement in the nation’s sporting and leisure landscape.

1 mins

Sri Lanka and India to co-host first T20 Blind Cricket World Cup

Sri Lanka and India will jointly host the first-ever Women’s T20 Blind Cricket World Cup from November 11 to 23, 2025, following a formal schedule announced recently.

1 mins

DHARMASOKA AND DEVANANDA BEST AT ALL-ISLAND TABLE TENNIS

Dharmasoka College and Devananda College emerged victorious in the Under-19 'A' Division boys' and girls' categories respectively at the all island inter-school table tennis championship, held at the Indoor Stadium in Bandaragama.

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Himal, Damesh puts Vazians on top

A six-wicket haul by Himal Ravihansa and an unbeaten half ton by Damesh Mathishan helped St Joseph Vaz College Wennappuwa to come out on top against Sri Dharmaloka MV Kelaniya on day one of their two-day Under 19 cricket tournament encounter played at the Army ground in Ambepussa yesterday.

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Rajeew Perera gets his well-earned reward

Former Sri Lanka rugby player and current assistant coach of the National Sevens team Rajeew Perera has received the nod to coach St. Peter's College following the exit of Sanath Martis whose illustrious stint with the Peterites ended at the end of the 2025 inter school season.

1 mins

Asadisa steers St. Peter's to victory

A fine knock of 114 inclusive of eight boundaries and four sixes and supported by half tons from Shavidu Silva and Joshua Sebastian helped St. Peter's to record a close 26 runs win over Gurukula MV Kelaniya in a high scoring match of the Under 19 inter-school limited overs cricket tournament encounter played at Panagoda.

1 mins

'No assurance' of handshaking among India and Pakistan women

The secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Devajit Saikia says there is no assurance that India and Pakistan players will shake hands when they play at the Women’s World Cup on Sunday.

1 mins

RUGBY NURSERY GETS FIRST TASTE OF RED AND YELLOW

Budding rugby players in Sri Lanka will be scouted around from as young as nine years with the commencement of a Youth Rugby Carnival that will get underway on Saturday at the Police Park in Bambalapitiya.

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