June 2025

June 26, Colombo (LNW): Former Minister Duminda Dissanayake remains in custody as investigations continue into the discovery of a gold-plated assault rifle found at a high-end residential complex in Colombo. Dissanayake, who once held the portfolio of Agriculture, was ordered to be held in remand until July 07 following his appearance before the Mount Lavinia Magistrate’s Court earlier today (26). The case has drawn considerable public and media attention due to the unusual nature of the weapon involved—a gold-plated T-56 assault rifle—raising questions about the former minister’s possible links to unauthorised possession of military-grade arms. Dissanayake was initially apprehended on May 23 at a luxuryRead More →

June 26, Colombo (LNW): Sri Lanka’s health sector is currently grappling with a marked increase in respiratory infections, as damp and unsettled weather patterns have created ideal conditions for the spread of various airborne viruses. The seasonal rains, which have brought cooler temperatures and high humidity, appear to have intensified the transmission of respiratory ailments, placing added strain on healthcare services across the island. Medical professionals are raising the alarm over the growing number of patients presenting with symptoms such as fever, cough, nasal congestion, and shortness of breath. Whilst many of these cases are mild, the volume of infections is significant, and health officialsRead More →