Colombo high court News

Why an Independent Judiciary is Essential for Sri Lanka’s National Security.

This article explores the fundamental role of a robust and independent judiciary as the cornerstone of Sri Lankan sovereignty and national security.

Colombo High Court Advances Money Laundering Trial Against Yoshitha Rajapaksa.

Police Investigation Underway After Body Discovered Near Colombo Harbor.

Authorities in Colombo have initiated an investigation after a male body was discovered floating in the waters near the Colombo Port. The identity of the victim remains unknown.

Corruption Trial for Former Minister Kumara Jayakody Scheduled for June.

Legal Approval Granted for Interrogation of 'Dematagoda Chaminda' Regarding Ganemulla Sanjeewa Homicide.

Colombo Stage to Host ‘Bulletproof Vests’: A Theatrical Tribute to Journalists in Gaza.

Colombo Shopping Mall Eatery Faces Massive Fine for Price Gouging.

A Colombo 04 shopping mall restaurant was fined Rs. 500,000 by the Maligakanda Magistrate’s Court for selling bottled water above the government-regulated Maximum Retail Price (MRP) following a Consumer Affairs Authority raid.

Legal Proceedings Against Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe Continue in Colombo.

The Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court is set to resume hearings today regarding a legal case filed against former President Ranil Wickremesinghe involving the Public Property Act.

Legal and Educational Developments in Sri Lanka: Key Updates from April 2026.

This report summarizes critical news developments in Sri Lanka, including the legal fallout from an MP's land dispute, declining Advanced Level performance in the Central Province, and political tensions in Colombo.

Supreme Court Reserves Ruling on Arrest Prevention Pleas from CID Director and Security Secretary.

The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka has concluded hearings and reserved its final judgment regarding Fundamental Rights petitions filed by CID Director Shani Abeysekara and Public Security Ministry Secretary Ravi Seneviratne concerning potential arrests linked to the Easter Sunday attacks.

Colombo Traffic Advisory: Major Road Closures Announced for 'Walk for Peace' Event.

Colombo High Court Imposes Six-Year Prison Sentence on Labour Officer for 2009 Bribery Case.