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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s assurance that the rule of law will be firmly established in the country within this year will indeed be welcomed by all right-thinking and law-abiding citizens of this country. This indeed is one area where all past leaders had failed the nation. In fact, the leaders themselves …
Conglomerate says authorities have ‘advanced steps towards a forced exit’ of Panama Ports Company (PPC) and are preparing to transition port operations
Abby Binay (full married name: Mar-len Abigail Sombillo Binay-Campos) is a lawyer who has been mayor of Makati City since 2016. She was formerly the representative of Makati’s 2nd District from 2007 to 2016.
The Supreme Court has officially concluded the proceedings regarding the controversial 2024 appointment of Deshabandu Tennakoon as Inspector General of Police (IGP).
Investigation into firm’s governance could last six months, with one analyst warning of damage to bilateral ties
While it is relatively easy filing for divorce under today’s laws, the court must still consider complex factors of needs and matrimonial assets
Big-spending loser who was told by agent to bet responsibly, was aware of gambling risks, has case thrown out by court
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The Attorney General’s Department, representing the Attorney General, informed Fort Magistrate Isuru Nettikumara yesterday (11) that it maintains its stance regarding the release of former Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Admiral Ravindra Wijegunaratne from the youth disappearance case.
The Trincomalee High Court has ordered the release on bail of Venerable Balangoda Kassapa Thera and 10 other suspects who were remanded in custody in connection with the Trincomalee Buddha statue incident.
Colombo Fort Magistrate Isuru Nettikumara yesterday ordered the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) to appear in Court on March 11 to explain the 11-year delay in receiving Attorney General’s instructions regarding a case filed against Venerable Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thera.
The Anuradhapura Provincial High Court has ordered seven officials, including the Provincial Governor, the Provincial Chief Secretary, the Secretary of the Public Service Commission, and the Provincial Education Ministry Secretary to appear in Court on February 27 regarding the appointment of principals in the North…
Former Secretary to the President, Saman Ekanayake, has been remanded until February 18 after being produced before court today in connection with an ongoing case involving the alleged misuse of public funds.
Four Buddhist monks, including Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thero, along with six other individuals, were granted bail by the Trincomalee High Court today (11).
‘It’s assault, physical assault. It’s a crime anywhere in the world, especially in Singapore,’ said a Philippine labour official
Wan Wenguo, captain of the Hong Kong-flagged NewNew Polar Bear, denies damaging a key gas link between Finland and Estonia in 2023
The Gampaha High Court Trial-at-Bar today (11) sentenced 12 suspects to death in the high-profile murder case of former MP Amarakeerthi Athukorala and his personal security officer, with the three-judge bench delivering a split verdict.
Venerable Balangoda Kassapa Thero and nine others, including the incumbent of the Sri Sambuddha Jayanthi Bodhiraja Viharaya, Venerable Kalyanawansa Tissa Thero, were produced before the Trincomalee Magistrate’s Court today (Feb 11).
The Gampaha High Court is set to deliver its verdict today (11)in the trial concerning the 2022 mob assault and murder of Polonnaruwa District MP Amarakeerthi Athukorala and his security guard.
Successful 27km trial unlocks vast carbon dioxide transport potential, bridging geographical gaps to accelerate a process seen as vital to large-scale decarbonisation
No smear tactics or coercive sanction from Lai’s supporters or Western benefactors will weaken Hong Kong’s determination to safeguard national security
The Court of Appeal was informed yesterday that the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has withdrawn a controversial letter endorsing projects aimed at promoting and developing LGBTQ tourism in Sri Lanka.
The resounding victory of Sanae Takaichi in the recent Japanese snap election has reaffirmed the confidence placed in her by Japanese voters. In fact, Sanae brought the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) its biggest electoral victory in its 71-year history, fueling her ambitions to pursue a political agenda which…
The Supreme Court has settled a protracted family property dispute by ruling that a mother is entitled to reclaim a property gifted to her daughter on the ground of gross ingratitude.
Experts say critics need to take a closer look to make an informed assessment about the landmark national security case.
New rules tighten compliance deadlines, forcing platforms to remove flagged AI-generated content and misinformation within hours or face legal action
Prosecutors at The Hague are seeking 45 years in prison for Hashim Thaci, accusing the former president of command responsibility for war crimes the Kosovo Liberation Army (KLA) committed during and immediately after the 1998-99 conflict that tore up Yugoslavia.
Critics of the former media boss’ sentencing should remember that he was not on trial for his beliefs, but rather for a clearly defined crime against national security
Ryeoun stars as a serial killer and medical genius on trial for multiple murders, while veteran Sung Dong-il plays his defence lawyer
The Philippine Supreme Court in a landmark decision has ruled that same-sex couples can be considered co-owners of property.
Court considers defendant’s psychological health and accepts Social Welfare Department’s recommendation to place him on probation for one year
The world’s best sprinter goes for a historic 18th straight win in the Group One Queen’s Silver Jubilee Cup (1,400m) on February 22
A case filed against former President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s son Yoshitha Rajapaksa and his great aunt Daisy Forrest under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, was yesterday fixed for April 24 by the Colombo High Court.
A case filed against former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella and two other accused for allegedly causing an unlawful loss to the Government by misusing public funds belonging to the Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation (SLRC) by purchasing 600 GI pipes was yesterday fixed for March 14 by the Colombo High Court.
The court arrived at the sentences based on the law and the evidence, consistent with the role and responsibilities of the city’s independent judiciary
Under a new proposal, workers would dispute their firings to a Trump-led agency, not an independent board
Prime Minister Anutin Charnavirakul has claimed victory in Thailand’s General Election, with preliminary vote counts putting his ruling conservatives well ahead of their rivals.
The Supreme Court yesterday terminated proceedings relating to five Special Determination petitions challenging the constitutionality of the proposed Protection of Occupants Bill, 2025, after being informed that the Government had decided to revisit the draft legislation.
Ghislaine Maxwell’s lawyer links agreeing to any public testimony to a deal from the White House
उत्तर प्रदेश की राजधानी लखनऊ के चिनहट निवासी विक्रमा प्रसाद का बेटा जुलाई 2024 में लापता हो गया था. चिनहट थाने में उन्होंने बेटे की गुमशुदगी की रिपोर्ट भी दर्ज हुई थी लेकिन पुलिस की ओर से संतोषजनक कार्रवाई नहीं हुई जिससे उनके बेटे का कुछ पता नहीं चल सका. इस पर उन्होंने हाईकोर्ट में एक याचिका दायर की और फिर कोर्ट के …
Raid comes as police investigate more than 100 suspicious cases involving claims for compensation over minor or non-existent traffic accidents
The case will determine whether Instagram and YouTube harmed a woman’s mental health through addictive app design, testing Big Tech’s liability
Legal analyst says Beijing should ‘consider postponing arrangements’ for Donald Trump’s visit over a ruling against a Hong Kong-based firm
Highest court orders new trial in ‘independent’ ruling amid warming China-Canada ties following Prime Minister Mark Carney’s visit
The Jaffna Magistrate’s Court today (February 9, 2026) announced that the decision regarding the commencement of the third phase of the Chemmani-Sithupathi mass grave excavation will be delivered on March 16.
The Colombo High Court today (9) ordered the money laundering case against Yoshitha Rajapaksa and his grandmother, Daisy Forrest, to be recalled on April 24, 2026. The postponement follows a delay in the submission of a critical psychiatric evaluation.
The Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, has initiated legal action seeking Rs. 1 billion each from National Freedom Front (NFF) leader Wimal Weerawansa and a private television network over defamatory statements.
Japanese national Koki Hirose accused of conspiring to steal 27 million yen in connection with robbery in Sheung Wan
