News Room : Six Students of J’pura Uni Suspended Over Assault on Anti-Ragging Student
Six students from the Faculty of Technology at the University of Sri Jayewardenepura have been suspended after allegedly assaulting a second-year student. Deputy Vice-Chancellor Professor Padmalal M. Manange stated that the attack was reportedly carried out as retaliation against the victim’s opposition to ragging. The student is currently receiving treatment at Weligama Hospital. Investigations are underway following a complaint lodged by the...
News Room : Security Operation at BIA Following Intel on Suspected Terror Links
A special search operation was conducted at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake today (3), following intelligence received from India regarding the possible arrival of six suspects allegedly linked to the recent Pahalgam terror attack in Kashmir. Police said the alert indicated the suspects may have been aboard SriLankan Airlines flight UL 122 from Chennai, which landed at BIA at...
News Room : Underworld threat to suspended IGP’s life – The Island
The CID has launched a comprehensive investigation into a request made by former IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon for protection, citing threats to his life. Police Media Spokesman SSP Buddhika Manatunga said that an inquiry is now underway following Tennakoon’s formal request to the Acting IGP, seeking personal security due to credible threats. Security agencies had previously uncovered a plot to assassinate Tennakoon, and had...
News Room : Madara, Samarawickrama and Dilhari lead Sri Lanka’s rout of South Africa – The Island
Sri Lanka completed their fourth highest successful run chase in women’s ODIs and subjected South Africa to a second successive defeat in the tri-series in Colombo. A record fourth wicket stand of 128 between Kavisha Dilhari and Harshitha Samarawickrema, both of whom scored half-centuries, ensured Sri Lanka controlled proceedings against a South African side that struggled with the slowness...
News Room : Person Dies in Kosgoda Police Custody
A 27-year-old man who was arrested on suspicion of possessing illegal drugs has died while in the custody of the Kosgoda Police, raising serious concerns over possible police misconduct. The deceased, Tharindu Siriwardene De Soysa, a resident of Hataramanhandiya in Kosgoda, was taken into custody on the previous day. According to police, he had suddenly fallen ill yesterday afternoon and...
News Room : What Will Happen in Parliament on 8–9 May? Debates and Key Private Members’ Motions Revealed
Parliament is scheduled to convene on 8 and 9 May, according to Secretary General of Parliament Kushani Rohanadeera. The schedule was finalised during a meeting of the Committee on Parliamentary Business held today (2 May), chaired by Speaker Dr Jagath Wickramaratne. On Thursday, 8 May, parliamentary proceedings will begin at 9.30 a.m. with Business of Parliament under Standing Orders 22(1)...
News Room : The Enduring Heart: Compassion as the Bedrock of Ancient Indian Wisdom
By Dr Damenda Porage In the vast and vibrant tapestry of ancient Indian thought, a profound and unifying thread weaves its way through diverse philosophical systems: the unwavering emphasis on compassion—a deep-seated empathy that extends beyond the self to embrace all living beings. While each tradition—be it the serene path of Buddhism, the righteous discipline of Jainism, the all-encompassing embrace...
News Room : 24-Hour Passport Service to Be Suspended for Three Days Next Week
The Department of Immigration and Emigration has announced that its 24-hour One-Day passport issuance service will not be available on 5, 6, and 7 May. Controller General of Immigration and Emigration stated that the decision was made due to limitations in providing both One-Day and Normal passport services, as staff will be engaged in duties related to the 2025 Local...
News Room : Three-Member Committee Appointed to Probe Death of Sabaragamuwa University Student
Vice Chancellor of Sabaragamuwa University, Professor Sunil Shantha, announced that a three-member committee has been appointed to investigate the death of an undergraduate student from the Faculty of Technology. He stated that he had instructed the committee to submit its report without delay. The deceased student was a second-year undergraduate at the Faculty of Technology. According to the Vice Chancellor, second-year...
News Room : Videos Show NPP Supporters Stopping Buses on Expressways for Meals en Route to Labour Day Rally
Videos circulating on social media show buses carrying supporters to the National People’s Power (NPP) Labour Day (1 May) rally at Galle Face in Colombo stopping on expressways to have meals. Although stopping vehicles and disembarking on expressways is prohibited by law, this regulation was reportedly violated yesterday. In some clips, expressway traffic police officers can be seen nearby as the...