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September 01, 2025

Govt. vows full probe into political links with underworld

Police begin questioning criminals including Kehelbaddara Padme after extradition

2 mins

FUNERAL PARLOUR EMPLOYEES GO ON ROBBERY SPREE WITH CORPSES

They had used the hearse with a body inside to avoid any suspicion by passersby or the police

1 mins

CID to record statement from Gotabaya Rajapaksa over May 9 attack

Police begin questioning including Kehelbaddara Padme after extradition | Statement will be recorded in connection with the Galle Face protest site

1 mins

CRUCIAL TO SAFEGUARD CENTRAL BANK

INDEPENDENCE - CBSL CHIEF

2 mins

Two Israeli nationals released after alleged assault on hotel owner and wife in Arugam Bay

Two Israeli nationals who were arrested by Pottuvil Police on Friday (29) for allegedly assaulting a hotel owner and his wife in Arugam Bay, were released on bail.

1 mins

SJB to undergo reorganization amidst talks of common opposition alliance

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) is set to undergo a major reorganization as discussions continue on forming a unified opposition front, the Daily Mirror reliably learns.

1 mins

UNP to pay floral tributes to leaders across spectrum at convention this year

In a clear departure from past traditions, the United National Party (UNP) will pay floral tributes to all the past leaders of Sri Lanka including those from outside the party at its convention scheduled for September 6, an official said.

1 mins

FUNERAL PARLOUR EMPLOYEES GO ON ROBBERY SPREE WITH CORPSES

During investigations, the police arrested the two men and questioned to find their involvement in the racket.

1 mins

Excise officers impersonating Narcotics Bureau arrested over bribery

Three officers from the Chankanai Excise Office have been arrested by the Northern Provincial Crime Division for allegedly attempting to obtain a Rs. 2 million bribe while posing as officers of the Police Narcotics Bureau.

1 mins

Govt. vows full probe into political links with underworld

The officers, along with Sri Lankan police personnel who participated in the joint operation, were commended by Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ananda Wijepala and IGP Priyantha Weerasuriya for their contribution.

1 mins

Purported elephant pearl seller in hot water

An individual who attempted to sell three suspicious objects which he claimed were elephant pearls for Rs. 12 million was arrested by Katugastota Police yesterday.

1 mins

Govt. explores action to recover encroached Kandy hospital lands

Half of hospital property (28 acres) occupied by unauthorized settlers

1 mins

Officials clueless on NCM against Deputy Defence Minister

Parliament officials who are reported to be clueless as to how to deal with the no-confidence motion against Deputy Defence Minister Retired Major General Aruna Jayasekara are considering only to point out to the Speaker what various laws say about no-confidence motions.

1 mins

COURT ORDERS SPECIALISTS PROBE DEATH AT PRIVATE HOSPITAL

Her husband in his complaint, attributed his wife's death to negligence of the doctors and the staff of the private hospital and requested for justice

1 mins

Revoking PTA without an alternative would result in the release of criminals - Prof. Mahanamahewa

Foreign Minister says Gazette to repeal PTA would be released this month

1 mins

Estate workers struggle amid rising costs and wage hike delay

For years, plantation workers' demands for fair wages have been dragging through negotiations, court rulings and collective agreements. Yet many like Janaki remain uncertain whether any promised increase will reach them.

10+ mins

THE ECONOMIC HELMSMAN WHO STEERED THROUGH CRISIS

With Sri Lanka's economy collapsing under Gotabaya Rajapaksa in 2022, the country faced unprecedented hardship, threatening society | The Former President, Ranil Wickremesinghe, utilised the experience that he had assimilated throughout his extensive political career, with invaluable insights into crisis management and debt restructuring | Leaders from opposition political camps recognise why Ranil's policies are important and do not try to stray away from them, which, if done, can lead to dangerous consequences.

4 mins

Estate workers struggle amid rising costs and wage hike delay

Providing a reality check, Activist Nelson Mohanraj from Ratnapura added a pragmatic angle to this wage issue stating, “There are fewer chances of getting an increment of Rs.1,700. If the government presses, there may be a chance for companies to agree. But even the government might not press, given the country’s financial situation,” He too noted that the proposed Rs.1,700 is insufficient given the rising cost of living.

4 mins

Encouraging mob violence against wildlife officers CALLOUS POLITICAL PRIORITIES PUT FRONTLINE DEFENDERS AT RISK

With the appointment of the new which holds a government, significant majority, many hoped its environmental promises would swiftly become a reality. Environmental activists, working at both local and international levels, voluntarily extended support to guide the government toward a sustainable future-where natural resources and biodiversity are safeguarded.

4 mins

The Opposition’s cry -- ‘democracy and justice endangered’ -- truth or exaggeration?

Among the main planks of the National Peoples’ Power (NPP) pre-election promises was its pledge to tackle the scourge of corruption.

3 mins

Extend leases now or risk future investments: PA warns govt.

The Planters’ Association made a strong call to the government to fast-track the extension of Regional Plantation Company (RPC) leases, warning that ongoing uncertainty could derail billions of rupees in long-term investment in the country's plantation sector.

2 mins

Three key bills set to unlock investments before budget

Three pivotal bills aimed at unlocking large-scale investments and restructuring the economy

1 mins

Construction boom continues

The local construction sector continued to expand at a faster pace in July, extending a nearly two-year recovery, supported by increased public sector spending and a pickup in private sector building activity.

1 mins

Efforts underway to accelerate education reforms, foster entrepreneurship: Govt.

Sri Lanka will accelerate education reforms and foster innovation to prepare the economy for rapid technological and structural change, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya said last week, pledging a policy environment that supports startups and attracts investment.

2 mins

Softlogic Holdings gets SEC deferment on trading suspension until November

Softlogic Holdings PLC has received a temporary reprieve from the Securities & Exchange Commission of Sri Lanka (SEC), which has deferred the planned suspension of trading in the company’s shares until 30 November 2025.

1 mins

External sector momentum continues in July

Sri Lanka's external sector surged in July 2025, with record merchandise exports, strong remittance inflows, and rising tourism earnings fuelling consecutive current account surpluses.

1 mins

SRILANKAN AIRLINES

marks 46 years with travel treats for passengers

1 mins

ComBank Home Loans Fiesta returns

The Commercial Bank of Ceylon has relaunched its popular Home Loans Fiesta for 2025, offering attractive interest rates, substantial cost savings, and a range of tailor-made repayment plans to help customers build, buy, or renovate their dream homes.

1 mins

Shaping the future of Sri Lanka’s insurance industry

Sri Lanka’s insurance industry today stands at a decisive and promising crossroads. We are a country with a commendably high general literacy rate, a strong foundation on which to build. While our financial literacy, particularly in the area of insurance, has room to grow, this also presents us with an exciting opportunity.

4 mins

Prime Group’s legacy in real estate featured in Kotler’s Essential of Modern Marketing

Real estate company Prime Group has been honoured as the only real estate brand to be featured in the first-ever Sri Lanka edition of ‘Essentials of Modern Marketing (EOMM)’ by globally renowned father of Modern Marketing, Prof. Philip Kotler.

1 mins

HNB strengthens green transport portfolio through Prestige Automobile partnership

HNB PLC announced a new partnership with Prestige Automobile (Pvt) Ltd, enabling flexible leasing solutions for the latest range of MAXUS electric and hybrid vehicles, including the MAXUS T90,MIFA7,and MIFA9.

1 mins

Great Place To Work unveils Best Workplaces for young talent in 2025

Great Place To Work Sri Lanka recently announced the Best Workplaces for Young Talent 2025, honouring organizations that excel in creating exceptional environments for employees under the age of 35.

1 mins

'Economic and Social Statistics of Sri Lanka - 2025' now available

‘Economic and Social Statistics of Sri Lanka 2025’, an annual release of socio-economic statistics of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, is now available for public access.

1 mins

SITREK Group marks 48 years with awards and celebration

The SITREK Group celebrated its 48th anniversary in grand style at the Grand Maitland, honoring decades of excellence and recognizing key contributors through its Annual Awards Ceremony.

1 mins

Hishan Singhawansa appointed Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts CEO

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts has appointed Hishan Singhawansa asitsnew Chief Executive Officer.

1 mins

Freight Forwarders hold 44th AGM

The Sri Lanka Freight Forwarders Association (SLFFA) held its 44th Annual General Meeting (AGM) recently.

1 mins

JXG’s ‘She Saw Stars’ campaign wins Gold at Dragons of Sri Lanka 2025

The ‘She Saw Stars’ campaign, launched by the Janashakthi Foundation, the philanthropic arm of JXG, won in the Cause, Environment or Sustainability category at Dragons of Sri Lanka 2025, Asia's elite Marketing Communications Industry Recognition ceremony held at Monarch Imperial recently.

1 mins

Abans Solar completes 385.27 kW solar installation at Mahawa CIC Agri Seed Factory

Abans Solar has successfully completed a 385.27 kW solar installation at the CIC Agri (Pvt) Ltd. Mahawa Seed Factory, which is the largest solar project CIC has undertaken so far.

1 mins

Hambantota Port emerges as marine biodiversity hotspot with over 8 unique fish species

A new baseline study by the Department of Fisheries and Marine Sciences, at Ocean University of Sri Lanka has revealed a thriving ecological marvel beneath the waters of Hambantota International Port (HIP).

1 mins

STILL COUNSELLING

Counselling is important as it offers a safe space to discuss difficult thoughts, emotions, and experiences, leading to improved mental health and emotional well-being. It helps people develop coping strategies for stress, manage relationships, increase self-awareness, and build resilience.

5 mins

WESLE STAMP THEIR CLASS

W sley College was in supreme form, defeating D.S. Senanayake College 19-12 in the Cup final at the All Island Under-18 Elite Rugby Sevens 2025, which concluded at Bogambara Stadium in Kandy yesterday.

1 mins

Szoboszlai scores stunner as Liverpool beat Arsenal

Dominik Szoboszlai scored a stunning free-kick to earn Liverpool a 1-0 win over Arsenal at Anfield and send the reigning champions to the top of the Premier League table.

1 mins

Dilshan guides Richmond Masters to thrilling win

Dilshan Amarasinghe's quickfire 31 not out, including five fours and a six off 18 balls, guided Richmond Masters to a thrilling five-wicket win with an over to spare in a Masters 25-over encounter at the Army Grounds recently.

1 mins

Pegula jumps on Li nerves to reach US Open quarters

Pegula won six of nine break points and hit 12 winners

1 mins

Gruda grabs late winner as Brighton stun Man City

Brajan Gruda was among four key substitutions made by Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler just past the hour mark

1 mins

Win for Visuvious SC

Visuvious SC beat Kandy Bloomfield CC by eight wickets in their Kandy District Cricket Association Division III encounter, which concluded at the Pallekele Prison Ground recently.

1 mins

West Ham late show eases pressure on Potter

West Ham struck three times in the final six minutes to ease the pressure on under-fire West Ham boss Graham Potter as they earned a deserved win at Nottingham Forest.

1 mins

Captain's Cup, President's Prize at NEGC next weekend

Nuwara Eliya Golf Club (NEGC), nestled amidst the scenic hills of Sri Lanka, is set to host two prestigious golf events on September 6-7, with over 60 golfers already registered for these events.

1 mins

Under-15 Final Newcomers President's College Embilipitiya emerge champions

President's College, Embilipitiya, newcomers to the school cricket circuit, emerged champions of the Under-15 Division Two inter-schools cricket tournament when they recorded a first-inning win over Royal Colombo 'B' in the final played at Bandaragama.

1 mins

53rd AVI Junior National Badminton Finals on September 5-9

The finals of the 53rd AVI Junior National Badminton Championship 2025 will commence on September 5-9 at four venues across Colombo and its suburbs.

1 mins

PATHUM NISSANKA HUNDRED SEALS

SRI LANKA'S SERIES WIN AGAINST ZIMBABWE

1 mins

Moratuwa SC prevail with first innings win

Under-23 Emerging Club Tournament

1 mins

Nadeesha selected for World Athletics Championships

400m female national champion Nadeesha Ramanayake has been selected to represent Sri Lanka at the IAAF World Athletics Championships to be held in Tokyo, Japan, from September 13-21.

1 mins

Pasindu, Sayuri crowned Best Athletes

WESTERN PROVINCE CLINCHES OVERALL TITLE

1 mins

KANTHI JAYAMAHA

Turning a Hobby into Sri Lanka's Most Beloved Catering Brand

6 mins

Softlogic Life: Redefining Insurance Through People, Access, and Trust

When Sri Lanka's life insurance sector seemed slow to evolve, Softlogic Life chose a different path. In just a decade, the company has grown tenfold, becoming one of Sri Lanka's most valuable brands and protecting 1.3 million lives. The formula? A mix of people, innovation, and a relentless focus on trust.

2 mins

Building Trust and Independence: Transforming Life Insurance in Sri Lanka

As Sri Lanka celebrates Life Insurance Awareness Month, the conversation must extend beyond policy sales or market growth to something far more meaningful, a national shift from financial dependence to self-reliance. When trusted and understood, Life insurance has the power to transform financial uncertainty into empowerment and true independence.

5 mins

Continental Insurance Wins Domestic General Insurer of the Year Once Again

Continental Insurance Lanka Limited (CILL) was once again recognized as the Domestic General Insurer of the Year - Sri Lanka at the Insurance Asia Awards 2025, held in Singapore this July.

2 mins

Ceylinco Life ranked Sri Lanka's most valuable insurance brand once again by Brand Finance

Ceylinco Life has been ranked the most valuable insurance brand in Sri Lanka and the 22nd most valuable brand in the country overall in the 2025 edition of the 'Sri Lanka 100' released by Brand Finance, the world's leading independent brand valuation consultancy.

2 mins

Insurance regulator sees steady industry growth despite challenges

THE Insurance Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (IRCSL) says the insurance industry has demonstrated resilience from 2020 through early 2025, successfully navigating the economic challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic and the severe economic crisis of 2022.

5 mins

Cyber insurance is big business.

But modelling risk is still tough

5 mins

US tariffs to slow both global economic and insurance premium growth

Swiss Re Institute says US tariffs affect global economic growth, which is forecast to slow to 2.3% in 2025, down from 2.8% in 2024

3 mins

Insurance Association of Sri Lanka's 'Driven by Purpose, Defined by People' HR conference a success

The Insurance Association of Sri Lanka (IASL), the official representative body of the country's Insurance industry, successfully concluded its annual HR Conference at the Cinnamon Life at City of Dreams recently.

2 mins

HNB Assurance Celebrates Insurance Month with Renewed Commitment to Protection and Progress

HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA) proudly joins hands with the rest of the industry to mark Insurance Month 2025, reaffirming its commitment to safeguarding the dreams, aspirations and financial security of Sri Lankans across the nation.

1 mins

HNB Assurance amongst Sri Lanka's 10 Most Outstanding Women-Friendly Workplaces once again

HNB Assurance PLC (HNBA), one of Sri Lanka's leading life insurance providers, has once again been honoured as one of the nation's most outstanding women-friendly workplaces at the 2025 Satynmag Women Friendly Workplace Awards.

1 mins

Navigating financial peer pressure: Protecting your mental health

Financial concerns undeniably affect our mental wellbeing. In fact, studies show that 53% of Hong Kong citizens express concern over their financial future. 67% of Malaysians worry about the cost of living, and 61% of Singaporeans feel uncertain about their financial security.

4 mins

From safety net to resilience-builder: how the insurance industry is stepping up

In a world increasingly shaped by interconnected and compounding risks — from climate change and cyberthreats to geopolitical instability — there is a renewed imperative to strengthen international and multistakeholder cooperation to build resilient societies and economies.

4 mins

The Role of Microinsurance in supporting vulnerable communities in Sri Lanka

Microinsurance is emerging as a vital tool for financial inclusion and tisk management in developing countries, including Sri Lanka.

4 mins

Why insurers worry the world could soon become uninsurable

Some fear the world is fast approaching temperature levels where professional risk managers will no longer be able to offer cover for financial services Günther Thallinger, a board member at Allianz, one of the world's biggest insurers, says the climate crisis could make adaptation economically unviable Zurich Insurance Group, meanwhile, said alongside a recent research paper assessing climate resilience that the outlook looks \"alarmingly bleak

3 mins

Why insurance in developing economies Like Sri Lanka should be bought, not sold

In developing economies like Sri Lanka, insurance sectors often face significant challenges in terms of market penetration and public perception. Traditionally, in Sri Lanka insurance has always been a product that has to be sold.

4 mins

Awareness is the First Step to Protection

The month of September is also known as the 'Life Insurance Awareness Month'. SANASA Life Insurance is committed to ensuring that individuals as well as their families are provided protection by obtaining a policy. But how many are truly aware of the benefits a life insurance brings?

3 mins

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