Mannar locals condemn govt over violations of rights and livelihoods
A prominent civil society network in Sri Lanka’s north says that President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s government is taking an “undemocratic decision” to move...
Three scientists win Nobel Prize in physics for work on quantum mechanics
Three scientists from American universities won the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics for their work on quantum mechanics. The winners are John Clarke,...
Opposition MPs call for Select Committee to probe release of 323 containers
Opposition MPs have submitted a motion to Parliament seeking the appointment of a Select Committee to investigate the controversial release of 323 shipping...
Sri Lanka’s recovery remains fragile as poverty persists – World Bank
Sri Lanka’s recovery from its worst financial crisis in decades remains fragile, incomplete, and deeply unequal, a new report by the World Bank...
End of independent oversight? Police Commission to lose key powers
A gazette notification is expected to be issued in the coming days, transferring the authority over the transfer and promotion of senior police...
Colombo gears up for Asian Sevens Series
Colombo is set to host the second leg of the prestigious Asian Sevens Series, with matches scheduled for 18 and 19 October at...
Sri Lanka’s government doctors protest against political interference
Government doctors in Sri Lanka’s Eastern Province are staging demonstrations today (07) outside all major hospitals, protesting what they allege is ongoing political...
Mahinda Rajapaksa must face treason charges – Sarath Fonseka
Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka has called for urgent legal action against former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, accusing him of serious wrongdoing during and after...
Sri Lanka sees rising HIV infections among youth
Health authorities in Sri Lanka have raised concerns over a troubling increase in HIV infections among young people aged 15 to 29, with...
