South Korea is searching for answers after Halloween celebrations in the capital Seoul turned into one of the country’s worst disasters, with authorities declaring a national mourning period as they investigate how a chaotic crush left at least 151 people dead.

Convener of the Inter University Bhikku Federation (IUBF) Ven. Galwewa Siridhamma Thera has been removed from the Colombo National Hospital (CNH) to an undisclosed location by the Terrorism Investigation Division (TID), alleges his family.

State intelligence is investigating to find out if there is any member of the present parliament with dual citizenship. Lankadeepa newspaper reports.

A former top military official's admission to Colombo National Hospital for treatment for pneumonia is being kept a secret even from the hospital’s directors, health sector trade union leader Ravi Kumudesh says.

The High Court Judges Association is among six parties that have filed petitions that seek a declaration that the inland revenue amendment bill is unconstitutional.

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has instructed the United National Party (UNP) hierarchy to get any willing activists from the SLPP, SJB and other parties to join the UNP.

Workers have taken to the streets in protest against the continuing curtailment of their rights.

At least 21 persons have been hospitalized with injuries following a clash between two Islamic sects at Gintota in Galle yesterday afternoon (28), reports said.

Global FMCG giant Unilever Plc has recalled some popular brands, including Dove, of its aerosol dry shampoo, after it was discovered that they had benzene related contamination, according to media reports.

Debt restructuring talks between Sri Lanka's creditors will take place next week, the President's Media Division said today.