Today’s News Digest: Your go-to summary of the key events and headlines that shaped the day. From major developments to breaking news, we bring you everything that happened today, all in one quick and easy read.
Electricity tariffs increased by 15 %
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) announced a 15 % hike in electricity tariffs, effective tomorrow (June 12). The increase follows consultations and comes after a series of significant tariff reductions between March 2024 and January 2025, which cumulatively lowered rates by over 50 %, the PUCSL said.
Prisons Commissioner General Thushara Upuldeniya further remanded
Suspended Prisons Commissioner General Thushara Upuldeniya appeared in Colombo Magistrate’s Court today following his June 9 arrest by the CID. He has been remanded until June 25 amid investigations into the alleged illegal release of an inmate under a presidential pardon.
Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe questioned by CID
Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe recorded a statement with the CID as part of an ongoing investigation concerning a complaint by ex-Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella related to medicine imports.
Keheliya Rambukwella’s maid arrested by Bribery Commission
The Bribery Commission arrested a domestic worker associated with former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella. The arrest is linked to a probe into allegations that Rambukwella misused government salary and overtime allocations through nominal appointments.
Sri Lankan model claims first runner‑up at Manhunt International 2025
Piyumal Sithum Pattuwearachchi of Sri Lanka secured the First Runner-Up position at the 23rd Manhunt International contest in Bangkok on June 10. He also received the Swimwear Digital Winner title. The overall winner was Adonis Renaud from France.
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