PUCSL decides not to change electricity tariffs for this quarter

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced that the existing electricity tariffs will remain unchanged for the current quarter.



President holds talks with plantation companies on daily wage increase

A special discussion was held yesterday afternoon (October 13) at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and representatives of plantation companies regarding the proposed increase in estate workers’ daily wage.



Ishara Sewwandi arrested in Nepal

Five individuals, including Ishara Sewwandi, who were accused of aiding and abetting the murder of organized crime gang leader “Ganemulla Sanjeewa” inside the Hulftsdorp Court Complex, have been arrested in Nepal.



Ex-President Maithripala Sirisena records statement before Bribery Commission

Former Sri Lanka President Maithripala Sirisena appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning (October 13).



Sri Lanka reviews former Presidents’ requests for bulletproof vehicles

The Ministry of Public Security is reviewing requests from former Presidents Mahinda Rajapaksa and Maithripala Sirisena to have their bulletproof vehicles returned, Minister Ananda Wijepala said.



Massive ammunition cache found near Moragahakanda reservoir

Sri Lanka Police have recovered a large stock of ammunition, including two anti-aircraft shells, during a special search operation near the Moragahakanda Reservoir.



Police officer granted bail in Mount Lavinia court assault case

A police constable who was arrested for allegedly assaulting an attorney-at-law within the Mount Lavinia Magistrate’s Court premises has been released on bail today (October 13).



Sri Lanka sees strong growth in foreign remittances

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) states that foreign workers sent remittances amounting to US$ 695.7 million to Sri Lanka in September 2025.



Police attempt to arrest senior lawyer over Mount Lavinia court incident

Police officers visited the residence of a senior attorney connected to the Mount Lavinia Court incident to arrest him over his alleged verbal abuse, threats, and obstruction of a police officer during a dispute on October 10, 2025.



Sri Lanka President vows Rs 1,750 daily wage for plantation workers this year

Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that steps would be taken within this year to fulfil the long-standing demand of plantation workers for a daily wage of Rs 1,750.



Sri Lanka committed to safeguarding foreign investments – President

Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized that the security of investors and investments entering the country has been ensured under the current government.



Video emerges showing lawyer threatening police officer after court incident

Sri Lanka Police say video footage obtained from the Mount Lavinia Court premises shows a senior lawyer verbally abusing, threatening, and obstructing the same police officer involved in the alleged assault incident that occurred on October 10, 2025.



Deputy Defence Minister visits Army Headquarters on 76th Anniversary

The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), paid an official visit to the Sri Lanka Army Headquarters yesterday (October 10).



PUCSL to decide on electricity tariff hike on October 14, 2025

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) is set to announce its final decision on the proposed electricity tariff revision on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.



Police warn legal action against Wimal Weerawansa over false statements

Former Member of Parliament and Leader of the National Freedom Front (NFF) Wimal Weerawansa appeared before the Tangalle Divisional Crime Investigation Bureau on October 9, 2025 to give a statement regarding a media comment he made earlier this month.



Sri Lanka announces major Cabinet reshuffle to drive development

The Sri Lankan Government has announced a major Cabinet reshuffle aimed at accelerating national development priorities in line with the 2026 Budget.