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SLPP General Secretary Sagara Kariyawasam Arrested by CCIB
SLPP General Secretary Sagara Kariyawasam has been arrested by the CCIB following an investigation into alleged remarks concerning the Inspector General of Police.
Authorities Hold Special Meeting to Ensure Exams Continue Despite Adverse Weather
Authorities have discussed contingency plans to ensure the Grade 5 Scholarship and 2026 GCE Advanced Level examinations proceed without disruption despite possible adverse weather.
Kotmale Dam Spill Gates Opened as Authorities Warn of Possible Flooding Downstream
The Kotmale Dam spill gates have been opened to release excess water, with authorities warning residents in downstream areas to remain alert due to possible flooding.
Justice Minister Warns Mahara Prison Fire May Be Part of Wider Conspiracy
Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara says the Mahara Prison fire may be part of a wider conspiracy aimed at disrupting prison operations and warns similar incidents could spread.
SJB Proposes Parliamentary Select Committee to Address Judicial Case Backlog
The SJB has proposed the appointment of a Parliamentary Select Committee to address Sri Lanka's 1.1 million pending court cases and recommend judicial reforms.
Former IGP Pujith Jayasundara Sentenced to Death Over Easter Sunday Attacks Case
A majority bench of the Colombo Trial-at-Bar has sentenced former IGP Pujith Jayasundara to death after finding him guilty over his failure to act on intelligence warnings before the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks.
Major General Nilantha Premaratne Appointed as Sri Lanka's New Army Commander
Major General Nilantha Premaratne has been appointed as the new Commander of the Sri Lanka Army and will be promoted to the rank of Lieutenant General.
Heavy Rain Above 100 mm Forecast for Parts of Sri Lanka Tomorrow
The Department of Meteorology has forecast heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm and strong winds in several parts of Sri Lanka tomorrow.
Parliament to Debate Report on Alleged US$2.5 Million Cyber Fraud Next Week
Sri Lanka's Parliament will debate the Committee on Public Finance report on the alleged US$2.5 million debt repayment fraud on August 5 during an Opposition-led adjournment debate.
Bar Association of Sri Lanka Holds Special General Meeting Over Judges' Retirement Age Proposal
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka has begun a Special General Meeting to discuss the government's proposal to extend the retirement age of judges amid growing concerns over judicial independence.
Sri Lanka Reports Nearly 83,000 Dengue Cases So Far in 2026
Sri Lanka has reported 82,838 dengue cases so far this year, with health authorities urging the public to remain vigilant as infections continue to rise.
Iranian Foreign Minister Discusses Strait of Hormuz Security with Saudi and Omani Counterparts
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has discussed the security of the Strait of Hormuz and regional stability with his Saudi and Omani counterparts during separate phone calls.
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