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Kuwait forms new government headed by Ahmad Abdullah Al-Sabah
Kuwait formed a new cabinet headed by Sheikh Ahmad Abdullah Al-Sabah, according to a royal decree issued Sunday.
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Concessionary vehicle permits: MPs have their way, ignoring economic crisis
Despite the cost of living sizzling at red hot levels and the country being cash- strapped, the House Committee of Parliament has endorsed the proposal to offer concessionary vehicle permits for MPs as requested by them,…
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Not only on-arrival visas but online visas too should be stopped
Not only the on-arrival visa but the online visa system too should be stopped, as it already affects the number of foreigners who usually arrive in the country, a senior official of the Immigration and Emigration Departm…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-5-111176 -
Diana under immigration radar for overstaying visa since 2014
In the wake of UK citizenship holding Diana Gamage losing her parliamentary seat following a ruling by the Supreme Court, the immigration authorities are planning to consult the Attorney General to inquire into how she l…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-5-11963 -
US Assistant Secretary Donald Lu to visit Sri Lanka
United States Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Donald Lu will travel to India, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh between May 10 and 15.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-5-103808 -
Majority MPs call for General Election first
In the wake of the Election Commission officially announcing that the Presidential election will be held between September 17 and October 16, a faction of both government and opposition MPs have expressed concerns as the…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-5-101250 -
Marine heat waves: coral reefs in Sri Lankan waters risk die-offs
Coral reefs in the sea around Sri Lanka risk die-offs if the current marine heat level persists for another one month or so, a top scientist said yesterday.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-5-9998 -
Foreign Minister to travel to India on official visit
Minister of Foreign Affairs Moosa Zameer is expected to fly to India on Wednesday on an official visit.
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Sri Lanka to overhaul visa issuance process
In the wake of perplexities surrounding the issuance of the on-arrival visa issuance at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), the Government is mulling to overhaul the visa issuance process, Daily Mirror learns.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-5-8684 -
BCCI breaks silence after Trinidad PM reveals terror threat to T20 World Cup, report says it’s from ISIS
T20 World Cup in the Americas has received a terror threat, Trinidad's Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley has revealed even as the ICC asserted that a "comprehensive and robust security plan" is in place
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-5-7953 -
Racism, body-shaming fly high with Air Belgium crew against SriLankan staff
A massive racism scandal has come to light after pilots and crew members of Sri Lankan Airlines lodged a strong complaint against an Air Belgium pilot and crew who were operating a UL Flight on April 30, after they were …
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-5-71502 -
March exports reflect continued heft despite strengthening rupee
The growth in exports in March outstripped the increase in the expenditure for merchandise imports for the same month, as the exports of textiles and garments showed strength once again, after losing a bit of steam in th…
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Over 1,100 HQIs, OICs permanently reside in their assigned divisions: Study
It has been revealed that out of the 5,308 Headquarters Police Inspectors (HQIs), Station Officer In-charges (OICs), and sectional OICs (Crimes, Administration, etc.), a total of 1,106 officers permanently reside within …
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-5-11298 -
Independent three-member inquiry board appointed: SLAMS
The Sri Lanka Automobile Sports (SLAMS) today appointed a three-member independent board of inquiry to investigate into the tragedy at the Fox Hill Supercross Motor Racing Event on April 21.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-301210 -
Lankan students return after showcasing robotic skills
Sri Lankan students from the Burhani Serendib School in Colombo who participated in the International Creativity and Innovation Awards 2024 in Thailand arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) last night.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-301597 -
Heavy taxes for public, duty free vehicles for MPs, senior officials?
Despite the public being heaped with tax burdens and a soaring cost of living, parliamentarians, along with public servants in the executive category, are set to get concessionary vehicle permits soon, the Daily Mirror l…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-301329 -
Top US official holds talks with President for further support for food security
Alexis Taylor, Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), together with U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung, met with Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe and o…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-27707 -
Foreign powers intensify surveillance on Presidential elections as strategic interests take centre stage
Ahead of the presidential election scheduled for October this year, the foreign powers have ramped up their efforts in the assessment of ground political developments as was in the case of vital elections in the past…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-261127 -
Police launch motorcycle squadron against underworld
The passing out parade of a team of 100 police personnel who underwent special training at the Katukurunda STF camp to go after criminals operating in the Western and Southern Provinces was held with the participation of…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-261691 -
Crackdown on fraudulent foreign job schemes: Manusha
Labour and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara instructed the officials of the criminal investigation department of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) to crack down and enforce the law agains…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-251205 -
SL to host global ISO review meeting for tea in July
Sri Lanka is set to host the 34th plenary meeting of the International Standards Organization Technical Committee for tea on July 24.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-252638 -
SLPP, UNP initiates action for forming broad alliance
In its first move for the formation of a broad political alliance, President Ranil Wickremesinghe had a meeting with Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) stalwart Basil Rajapaksa and representatives of other parties and g…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-251409 -
Puttalam Qazi court judge arrested for accepting bribe
A judge from the Puttalam Qazi Court has been arrested by officials from the Commission to Investigate Bribery or Corruption, for accepting a Rs. 5,000 bribe.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-241536 -
Sri Lanka weighs Open Skies amidst plans for national carrier privatization
Sri Lanka is in a dilemma to decide whether to adopt an open skies policy or not in the event of divestiture of shares of the national carrier ‘SriLankan Airlines’, a top official said .
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-241402 -
National consumer prices soften in March
The consumer prices measured by the broader National Consumer Price Index (NCPI) continued to soften in March, as the non-food prices cooled sharply while the food prices remained unchanged from a year ago.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-231391 -
SJB, SLPP MPs broker liquor licences for cronies
Some MPs from both Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and the ruling Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) have reportedly brokered liquor licences from the government for their cronies for hefty commissions involved, Daily Mirro…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-231983 -
US and Sri Lankan navies to hold CARAT Sri Lanka 2024 in Trincomalee
The United States Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and Sri Lanka Navy will partner for the Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT) Sri Lanka 2024 exercise for four days from today (22) in Trincomalee.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-221162 -
Catholic Church to go to UNHRC seeking international probe
The Catholic Church is planning to present a proposal to the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) through several foreign governments and international organizations to initiate an international investigation int…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-221092 -
Vehicle importers call for increased space for importing used vehicles
President of the Vehicle Importers Association of Lanka (VIAL), Indika Sampath Merinchige urged the government to expand the allowance for importing used vehicles alongside new ones.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-211351 -
Bondholders fear regime change impact
The representatives of bondholders who hold around 50 per cent of Sri Lanka’s outstanding international sovereign bonds (ISB), during closed-door interactions with the representatives of Sri Lankan political parties, ha…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-201388 -
Enjoining Order preventing Maithripala holding SLFP chairmanship extended further
The Colombo District Court today further extended its enjoining order preventing former President Maithripala Sirisena from functioning as the chairman of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP).
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-18974 -
SL-bondholders talks on restructuring terms fail
Government officials continued to sound upbeat in striking a deal with the bondholders, however, authorities this week failed to reach a consensus regarding the terms of restructuring.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-171844 -
Flooding in Dubai turns planes into boats
A fierce storm has lashed Dubai with the “exceptional weather” conditions sparking travel chaos.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-172567 -
Tax payers poised to cough up Rs.45 Mn on another debate on Easter attack
Tax payers will have to cough up as much as Rs. 45 million as the cost of conducting yet another three-day parliamentary debate on the Easter Sunday attack for the fourth time, with uncertainty looming whether it will b…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-171654 -
Effectiveness of Sri Lanka’s legal system is questioned over alleged corruption: Marie Antonia
The effectiveness of the legal system in handling investment-related matters in Sri Lanka is often questioned due to perceived corruption and inefficiency, an official said.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-161961 -
Ex-soldiers joining Russian military as mercenaries, Sri Lanka seeks details
Amidst reports that some ex-military men from Sri Lanka have joined the Russian military operations against Ukraine, Sri Lankan Ambassador in Moscow Prof. Janita Liyanage said she asked for details about them from the Ru…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-161470 -
Debt restructuring with bondholders hits a snag with disagreement on two areas
Sri Lanka’s debt restructuring process with private bondholders is stuck with two aspects of disagreement, whereas it is well underway with bilateral creditors, a top official said yesterday.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-16939 -
Sri Lanka Navy brings ashore seized ICE, heroin worth Rs. 3.7 billion
The Sri Lanka Navy brought ashore the seized narcotics, including 179 kgs and 906 gms of Crystal Methamphetamine (ICE) and 83 kgs and 582 gms of heroin, which were seized yesterday in the seas approximately 133 nautical …
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-141984 -
Sri Lanka’s Rupee leads emerging markets in 1st quarter of 2024
Sri Lanka's Rupee (LKR) has distinguished itself as the top-performing currency among emerging markets in the first quarter of 2024, said the President’s Media Division based on Bloomberg market data.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-141545 -
Indigo launches Mumbai-Colombo direct flights today
Indigo has expanded its connectivity to Sri Lanka adding Mumbai-Colombo direct flights from today (12), Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Pvt) Limited said.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-121264 -
Excise to launch special operation in Colombo City during Avurudu dry days
The Department of Excise is planning to launch a special operation in Colombo during the two festive dry days targeting illegal booze sellers and to implement law strictly during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year period.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-111292 -
SLPP MPs barred from going public on their support for presidential candidates
In the wake of SLPP (Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna) MPS airing contrasting views over the upcoming elections, the party hierarchy has barred all MPS from making comments on their support to any presidential candidate until…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-111629 -
Govt. to consider registering higher engine capacity motorcycles
A meeting was held recently at the Transport Ministry to explore the feasibility of registering motorcycles with higher engine capacities.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-101338 -
Vehicle imports possible next year if economy improves
If the country's economy improves by next year, there can be optimism regarding the import of vehicles, Finance State Minister Ranjith Siyambalapitiya said.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-101223 -
Sri Lanka’s labour force participation rate hits new low in 2023
Sri Lanka’s labour force participation rate hit a new low in 2023, the recently published Labour Force Survey (LFS) annual bulletin highlighted.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-102199 -
President restricts foreign travel for Govt. members as party gears up for presidential polls
Ahead of the presidential election, President Ranil Wickremesinghe has instructed the government members to restrict foreign travel as much as possible because their presence is required to undertake political work, an i…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-101541 -
Plans underway to aid war heroes’ families in multiple sectors: Premitha Bandara
Plans are underway to launch a programme aimed at providing preferential assistance to the families of war heroes across various sectors such as health, public administration, banking and other services in collaboration…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-9898 -
Over 7,500 security personnel deployed at mosques for Ramadan
Police have implemented special security measures for mosques during Ramadan, with over 7,500 security personnel involved in the effort.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-91328 -
Sri Lanka hard-pressed against time to conclude agreements for debt restructuring
Sri Lanka is hard-pressed against time to reach agreements with creditors including bondholders before June, when the third tranche of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) extended fund facility is expected, Daily Mirro…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-91027 -
Tissa cautions SJB Leadership on whom to associate with
Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) National Organizer Tissa Attanayake over the weekend cautioned his leader Sajith Premadasa on whom the party should associate with.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-81461 -
Uncertainty looms over 48 Sri Lankans trapped in Myanmar cyber crime saga
The military government in Myanmar has reportedly cited that the rescue of 48 Sri Lankans held captive by cyber crime operators in the Myawaddy area has proven to be challenging since that is controlled by ethnic armed g…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-81381 -
Mozambique ferry disaster kills more than 90
More than 90 people have died after a ferry sank off the north coast of Mozambique, local authorities say.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-81666 -
No ground for Indian claim on Katchatheevu, says Sri Lankan Minister
The statements coming out of India on "reclaiming" Katchatheevu island from Sri Lanka have "no ground", the Sri Lankan Minister of Fisheries Douglas Devananda has said.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-52482 -
Foreigners overstaying visas and doing odd jobs
Foreign nationals who overstay their visas and do various odd jobs to earn money continue unabated with the authorities concerned hamstrung with the lack of resources to curb them, an official said.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-51117 -
Defence Ministry declares month-long general amnesty for Tri Forces absentees
The Ministry of Defence has declared a month-long General Amnesty from 20 April to 20 May (2024) to Tri-Forces absentees, enabling them to receive an official discharge from their respective services.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-41567 -
’Dunhinda Odyssey’ to be launched tomorrow
While marking 100 years since the beginning of the train service between Colombo and Badulla, the Railways Department is to launch a special train, 'Dunhinda Odyssey', tomorrow.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-46179 -
Attempt to dissolve Parliament for snap General Election fails
The attempt by some MPs to dissolve Parliament by passing a resolution has proven to be a futile exercise as the required number of 113 MPs cannot be mustered, a parliamentarian who wished to remain anonymous said.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-4-41250 -
Cabinet approval granted to digitize the foreign employment sector
The entire operations of Foreign Employment would be digitized soon, where migrant workers can coordinate via an app, Labour and Foreign Employment Minister Manusha Nanayakkara said yesterday.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-252294 -
As predicted, rainfall covers most parts of island
As forecasted by the National Meteorological Centre's forecasting division, many areas across the island experienced showers following a change in the prevailing dry weather.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-22918 -
Massive rise in scams as public struggle from financial crisis
Amid the country's high cost of living, there's an increased risk of individuals falling prey to ongoing scams and cyber frauds as more people are desperately resorting to earning quick money, the Sri Lanka Computer Emer…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-221625 -
Health Ministry’s claims on return of migrated doctors debunked
Running counter to the statement by the Health Ministry regarding the return of migrated doctors to Sri Lanka, recent statistics paint a different picture, revealing only a meagre five specialists have returned to the c…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-21930 -
Another MP resigns from COPE
Opposition MP Wasantha Yapa Bandara, who was appointed to the Committee on Public Enterprises ( COPE) today, announced that he would resign as a member.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-20962 -
Cabinet nod to introduce hybrid parliamentary electoral system
The Cabinet endorsed a proposal to draft constitutional amendments for the introduction of a new parliamentary electoral system that will enable the election of 160 MPs under the previous First-Past-the –Post System and…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-20936 -
School which have not received textbooks, uniforms urged to notify authorities
The Education Ministry today requested all school principals to inform them if their schools have not received school text books and uniform fabric for 2024 yet.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-191579 -
Tense situation in Parliament due to protest by TNA MPs
A tense situation erupted in Parliament after a group of Tamil National Alliance MPs staged a protest inside the Chamber over the arrest of eight persons who were engaged in religious observances at the Vedukkunaarimalai…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-191265 -
Prepare for presidential election first -President tells Cabinet
Putting an end to the rumor's that the general election or the presidential election will be held first, President Ranil Wickremesinghe reportedly informed the cabinet of ministers yesterday (18) that the presidential el…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-191024 -
Sri Lanka refutes US claims of Chinese military base
Sri Lanka has refuted recent claims from US intelligence that there are potential plans for a Chinese military base to be established on its soil.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-152471 -
IMF should call on Sri Lanka to abandon proposed NGO law, says HRW
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) should urge Sri Lanka’s government to abandon the proposed Non-Governmental Organizations (Registration and Supervision) Act, impose a moratorium on the use of the Online Safety Act…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-131571 -
Government to obtain debt moratorium from 2023 to 2027: President
The government is expecting to obtain a debt moratorium from 2023 to 2027, President Ranil Wickremesinghe announced in Parliament today.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-62042 -
Will not deviate from IMF programme, but will renegotiate terms and conditions: NPP
The National People’s Power (NPP) said it would not derail the IMF programme if it won the presidency but would renegotiate its terms and conditions on implementations since the current austerity measures had burdened p…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-62085 -
Assault on woman: Police clarify Governor’s remarks on son’s surrender
Despite Uva Province Governor A.J.M. Muzammil's remarks that his son had informed the police of his intention to surrender over the investigations into the alleged assault of a woman, police clarified today that neither…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-53564 -
Basil Rajapaksa returns; intends to lead SLPP campaign
Former Finance Minister and Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) founder Basil Rajapaksa arrived in Sri Lanka from the USA this morning.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-52140 -
Skyrocketing coconut prices will affect meal packets
The skyrocketing prices of coconuts will have a serious effect on the packed rice and curry meals in the future, as most of the curries are prepared with the coconut cream, food industry trade unions said.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-42468 -
NPP has plans to raise state revenue by increasing IRD efficiency and discussions held with them: AKD
Claiming that they have plans to raise state revenue, NPP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today they had discussions with the Inland Revenue Department on ways to increase state reveue.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-41378 -
UN concerned over Sri Lanka’s proposed laws
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk expressed deep concern over Sri Lanka's proposed legislative measures, at the 55th Session of the Human Rights Council, warning of their potential impact on fundamental r…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-31482 -
Parliament, Central Bank set to discuss salary hike
Parliament is in a dilemma whether it can undo the salary hike implemented by the Central Bank for its employees in large proportions amidst fiscal austerity, the Daily Mirror learns.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-3-31574 -
Supreme Court disenrolls Nagananda Kodituwakku
The Supreme Court today issued a rule for the removal of Nagananda Kodituwakku from the position of an Attorney-at-Law after he was found guilty of professional misconduct.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-291925 -
Findings on COVID vaccine side effects: Local authorities in the dark
In the wake of disquieting findings on the health risks associated with certain COVID-19 vaccines, the Sri Lankan health authorities seem to be turning a blind eye as they go unresponsive to the queries.
Source:Kuensel2024-2-291817 -
Registration for Korean exam online from today: SLBFE
The Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau (SLBFE) announced that the issuing of admissions for the Korean language test for 2024 will be held online only from February 26 to 29.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-264182 -
Acting IGP Tennakoon’s term likely to be extended amid ’Yukthiya’ operation
Following the ongoing Island-wide "Yukthiya" operation against underworld criminals and narcotics, President Ranil Wickremesinghe is likely to extend Deshabandu Tennakoon's appointment as Acting Inspector General of Poli…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-262065 -
Police arrest Chinese woman over Rs. 8.4 million fraud
A Chinese woman was arrested in connection with a fraud exceeding Rs. 8.4 million, Police said.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-251589 -
Suspected deaths of patients at Kurunegala Hospital raise concern
The Health Ministry has launched an investigation and appointed a committee to look into the incident surrounding the suspected deaths at the dialysis unit of the Kurunegala Teaching Hospital.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-25829 -
Government to introduce E-Passport service to eliminate long queues at Immigration Dept.
Efforts are being made to introduce the E-Passport service to eliminate the long queues at the Immigration and Emigration Department office in Battaramulla.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-222603 -
Central Bank shifts focus to medium-term inflation strategy
The Central Bank announced yesterday its intention to shift focus on inflation from the near term to medium term, citing the latter’s greater relevance for the decision-making processes.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-221607 -
CEB to reduce electricity tariff rates by 18 percent?
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) is planning to reduce electricity tariff rates by 18 percent soon, Daily Mirror learns.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-211355 -
CID and Central Bank probe Rs. 8 Bn fraud defrauding over 22000 victims
The Criminal Investigation Department and the Central Bank of Sri Lanka have initiated separate investigations to apprehend a man and his wife who are alleged to have defrauded approximately Rs. 8 billion from around 22,…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-211602 -
Medical experts ring alarm bells over hot weather
In light of the prevailing hot weather conditions in the country, medical experts strongly advise individuals to minimize their exposure to sunlight and to drink plenty of fluids on a frequent basis.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-211232 -
CEB Engineers open to “progressive” reforms
The resistance to restructuring the state-owned enterprises is a common narrative but the Ceylon Electricity Board Engineers Union (CEBEU) has made it clear that it is not opposed to reforms.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-201548 -
Some sections of Anti Terrorism Bill inconsistent with Constitution: Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has informed the Speaker of Parliament that some sections of the proposed Anti Terrorism Bill are inconsistent with the Constitution and should be approved with a special majority and through a referend…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-201712 -
Rise in Russian tourists engaging in prostitution sparks concerns
In the wake of an influx of tourists particularly from Russia following the implementation of a visa-free entry programme, concerns have been raised regarding the involvement of some Russian female tourists, engaging in …
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-203728 -
Central Bank urges legal reforms for stronger credit recovery
With a view to ensure continuity of businesses and job security of employees, the Central Bank (CB) has called for legal reforms to further strengthen Sri Lanka’s Parate execution law and other credit recovery laws in o…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-191423 -
Chile ex-president Sebastian Pinera dies in helicopter crash
Chile’s former President Sebastian Pinera, a billionaire tycoon who twice held the South American nation’s top job, has died in a helicopter crash, his office said in a statement.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-71702 -
Former Navy Commander Daya Sandagiri joins SJB
Former Sri Lanka Navy Commander Daya Sandagiri obtained membership of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) from party leader Sajith Premadasa a shortwhile ago.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-72456 -
Sri Lanka likely to adopt Singaporean house detention method for minor offenses
Sri Lanka will soon likely adopt the Singaporean method to implement house detention for suspects who are charged with minor offenses.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-61666 -
Government rushed to amend Online Safety Act amidst pressure
Amidst concerns by the industry stakeholders about the possible impact on digital economy, the government has already worked out fresh amendments to be incorporated into the recently introduced Online Safety Act.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-63969 -
Sri Lanka raises fine for supplying substandard drugs
In the wake of former Health Minister and top officials being found to have been embroiled in the import of substandard Immunoglobulin injections, authorities have decided to increase the penalty for the act of supplyin…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-52806 -
Sri Lanka sees surge in Paediatric cancer cases
Sri Lanka has witnessed a significant spike in paediatric cancer cases over the years, raising concerns over haphazard lifestyle practices.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-51334 -
Sri Lanka's controversial internet safety law comes into force
Sri Lanka's draconian law to regulate online content has come into force, in a move rights groups say is aimed at stifling freedom of speech. The Online Safety Act gives a government commission broad powers to assess and…
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-31957 -
Displaying weight, price of a loaf of bread made mandatory
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has taken steps to issue an extraordinary gazette notification, making it mandatory for sellers to display the proper weight and price for bread, which is a bakery-related product.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-21463 -
Online Safety Bill comes into effect today
-Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardane today endorsed the certificate on the Online Safety Bill which was approved by parliament last week, the Communications Department of Parliament said.
Source:DAILY MIRROR2024-2-11540
