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Former Director of the State Intelligence Service (SIS), Suresh Sallay, who is currently being detained by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), has been produced before the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court.He was brought to court under tight security by CID officers, Ada Derana reporter said. The case related to him is scheduled to be taken up for hearing later today.Sallay was arrested by the CID in February in connection with investigations into the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks. He has since been detained and interrogated under the PTA while investigations continue.Police said further proceedings…

Sri Lanka has reported approximately 2,500 thalassemia patients, while between 45 and 60 children are born annually with major thalassemia, health officials revealed.The information was disclosed during a media briefing held in conjunction with International Thalassemia Day, observed on May 8.The Director of the Non-Communicable Diseases Unit at the Ministry of Health, Dr. Sriyani Alahapperuma stated that although the current number of patients may appear comparatively low, there is a growing risk of the disease increasing steadily in the future.He emphasized that preventing marriages between thalassemia carriers and promoting pre-marital screening are among the most effective strategies to control the…

The Minister of Transport, Highways, and Urban Development, Bimal Rathnayake, stated that the annual maintenance cost for Sri Lanka’s entire expressway network, spanning 312.57 kilometers, amounts to Rs. 5,180.90 million.Minister Rathnayake made this revelation in Parliament today (20) while responding to a question raised by Member of Parliament Ravi Karunanayake.According to the Minister, the maintenance costs for each expressway are as follows:• E01 Southern Expressway (Kottawa to Mattala), covering 200.45 kilometers: Rs. 2,024.5 million• E02 Outer Circular Highway (Kottawa to Kerawalapitiya), spanning 28.86 kilometers: Rs. 767.6 million• E03 Colombo–Katunayake…

Former Member of Parliament Wimal Weerawansa says he is prepared to face any legal proceedings in connection with the recent incident near the National War Heroes’ Memorial.The former MP made the remarks today (20) while leaving the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court after attending court proceedings.When asked by journalists whether a case could be filed over the event near the memorial, Weerawansa stated that he would not hesitate to face such action if legal proceedings were initiated over an attempt to pay tribute to war heroes by placing a floral wreath.“We will never hesitate to face such a case if attempts…

The selling rate of the US dollar has risen above Rs. 342, according to the latest daily exchange rates released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) today (20).The Central Bank said the buying rate of the US dollar was recorded at Rs. 332.08, while the selling rate stood at Rs. 342.70.Yesterday (19), the buying rate of the US dollar was recorded at Rs. 328.23, with the selling rate at Rs. 338.07, reflecting a sharp increase in the exchange rate within a day.Meanwhile, a state-owned bank recorded the selling price of the US dollar at Rs. 345.20 today, while…

Colombo’s vibrant culinary and lifestyle landscape welcomed a soulful new addition with the officiallaunch of The Daily Leaf. Emerging not merely as a café but as a sanctuary for cherishable momentsand connection, the brand debuts with a singular, powerful mandate: to recreate the profound senseof warmth, familiarity, and care associated with a traditional home-brewed cup of tea.Located in the heart of the city at 14/11 Park Street, Colombo 2, The Daily Leaf is consciouslycharting a path back to local roots. The brand’s philosophy rests on the conviction that for many, tea isfar more than a routine beverage; it serves as an…

The United Nations on Tuesday cut its forecast for global economic growth, saying the Middle East crisis had reignited inflationary pressures and heightened uncertainty.A U.N. press release summarizing the mid-year update to the global body’s World Economic Situation and Prospects, said:Source: Reuters

Brazil superstar Neymar was handed a dramatic recall to the country’s World Cup squad on Monday, returning to the national team after a near three-year absence.The inclusion of Neymar, Brazil’s all-time leading goalscorer with 79 goals in 128 appearances, was the biggest surprise in the 26-man squad named by coach Carlo Ancelotti.Ancelotti announced Neymar’s selection at a gala ceremony in Rio de Janeiro, with loud cheers ringing out as the veteran attacker’s call-up was confirmed.Speculation has raged for months over whether the 34-year-old former Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain attacker would force his way back into the national team set-up.The forward,…

Nearly 30,000 dengue cases have been reported across the country so far this year, according to the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU).Community Health Specialist Dr. Prashila Samaraweera said 29,589 dengue infections had been recorded by May 18, 2026, while 15 dengue-related deaths have also been confirmed during the same period.Health authorities have identified 39 high-risk Medical Officer of Health (MOH) divisions as areas requiring urgent attention.The Western Province has reported the highest number of cases, followed by the Southern and Sabaragamuwa provinces. Dengue infections have been reported in all 25 districts nationwide, with the highest numbers recorded in Colombo, Gampaha,…

Eight bus drivers and one conductor have been arrested in Kalutara after being found allegedly under the influence of narcotics while on duty, police said.The arrests were made yesterday (19) during a joint operation conducted by officers of the Kalutara South Police Station in collaboration with the National Transport Medical Institute.The operation was carried out within the Kalutara South Police Division, where public transport bus drivers and conductors were subjected to inspections to identify substance abuse while on duty.During the operation, authorities detected nine individuals suspected of reporting to work under the influence of illegal drugs and took them into…