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Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala stated in Parliament today (09) that investigations have revealed Shivanesathurai Chandrakanthan, also known as "Pillayan," had prior knowledge of the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings while he was in custody at the Batticaloa Prison.

Mr. Wimal Weerawansa made a significant revelation today during his statement to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). In his statement, Mr. Weerawansa said:"The individual who funded a film about Wijeweera… who spent all his money to build a stage for...

Public attention is currently focused on the salaries received by Members of Parliament. This follows the publication of several of his salary slips on his Facebook page by Samagi Jana Balawegaya MP for the Kalutara District, Jagath Withana. Along with...

A 15-year-old schoolboy from Mahiyanganaya has been confirmed to be infected with AIDS, according to Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) for the Badulla District (111), G. W. B. S. Palipana. ASP Palipana made this disclosure while attending a public awareness...

Exactly 11 years ago, around the middle of 2014, Sri Lankan society was stirred by a major public outcry. This was during the time of the Rajapaksa government. Several opposition groups organized protests at various locations in Colombo. The cause...

The Supreme Court today (09) issued a directive to the University Grants Commission (UGC) to take immediate measures to strictly enforce the existing guidelines aimed at preventing fresher harassment (ragging) within universities. In addition, the Court instructed the Minister of...

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake underscored that the successful implementation of proposed education reforms requires a comprehensive transformation of the entire education system, alongside the strengthening of institutional structures. The President made these remarks during a discussion held today (08) at...

An adjournment debate regarding the Easter Sunday attacks is scheduled to take place in Parliament today (09), Sri Lanka Latest News reports. Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala has stated that he will update the House on the current progress...

The Cabinet has approved a decision to authorize the Sri Lanka Navy to carry out maritime security operations.

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Nilupa Perera as the Chief Regulatory Officer (CRO), effective 9th July 2025 succeeding Mr. Renuke Wijayawardhane, who retires after an outstanding 31-year career at the CSE. Ms....