Month: October 2026
Proposed Organised Crimes Bill allows detention of suspects for up to one year
CPA warns of sweeping definitions, weak safeguards and risks to fundamental rights under proposed law By The Pulseline News Desk Sri Lanka’s newly...
CBSL defends 5% inflation target as critics push for 2%
Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe says lower inflation could undermine growth potential; critics warn of currency depreciation, weaker purchasing power and higher borrowing costs By...
Sri Lanka plans port scanners as drug traffickers turn to shipping containers
Government prepares to mark first anniversary of ‘Ratama Ekata’ anti-drug campaign, with new rehabilitation centres planned across all 25 districts By The Pulseline...
Shiranthi Rajapaksa transferred to National Hospital Cardiology Unit
Shiranthi Rajapaksa, wife of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, has been transferred to the Cardiology Unit of the Colombo National Hospital on the recommendation...
Media groups condemn hate campaign targeting Sandya Ekneligoda
Six media organisations urge authorities to ensure her safety, warning against threats and incitement following Gnanasara Thera’s reimprisonment By The Pulseline News Desk...
Mahinda Rajapaksa hospitalisation reports denied amid SLPP factional tensions
Former President’s spokesperson dismisses reports of a heart-related emergency as false, while sources close to family confirm hospitalisation, raising questions over the source...
Court rejects Shiranthi Rajapaksa’s anticipatory bail bid in Siriliya Saviya probe
Former First Lady remains remanded until Oct. 13 over alleged Rs. 10 million misappropriation linked to a CT scanner purchase for Lady Ridgeway...
President moves to rewrite private fuel deals, puts suppliers on notice
President says existing agreements restrict government action against private suppliers; CPC’s diesel market share rises to 77% By The Pulseline News Desk President...
Mannar beach installation unites climate-affected communities in call for climate action
Greenpeace South Asia initiative brings together communities from six countries and the Pacific to connect local environmental concerns with the global climate crisis...
CPC moves against private fuel supply restrictions
Government seeks Attorney General’s advice amid fuel queues; private tanker owners seek at least 20% transport charge increase By The Pulseline News Desk...
