Special traffic arrangements in Colombo as ‘‘Walk for Peace’’ concludes today
A special traffic plan has been issued by Sri Lanka Police in connection with the final day of the ‘‘Walk for Peace,’’ which will be centered in Colombo today (28). MORE..
- 34 schoolchildren injured following bus accident in Bogawantalawa
- Ex-President Maithripala Sirisena arrives at Bribery Commission
- Taylor Swift files to trademark voice and image after AI concerns
- Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers complete evacuation
- Trump not happy with latest Iran proposal to end the war, US official says
- Man electrocuted to death by illegal electric fence in Morawewa
- ‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 sets June 21 release date as new trailer promises fire and blood
- Pakistan, Sri Lanka kick off joint counter-terrorism exercise ‘Shake Hands-II’ at Tarbela
- Interim housing construction to begin in early May for Cyclone Ditwah-affected districts
- Over 570 suspects arrested in island-wide narcotics operations
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Over 570 suspects arrested in island-wide narcotics operations
A total of 576 suspects were arrested yesterday (27) during the ongoing island-wide crime and drug prevention operations conducted by the Sri Lanka Police, the Police Media Division stated. MORE..
Interim housing construction to begin in early May for Cyclone Ditwah-affected districts
Plans are underway to commence interim housing projects in early May for districts severely affected by Cyclone ‘‘Ditwah,’’ including Kegalle, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Badulla with the aim of completing construction within a short timeframe. MORE..
Pakistan, Sri Lanka kick off joint counter-terrorism exercise ‘Shake Hands-II’ at Tarbela
According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), Shake Hands-II is a joint counter-terrorism exercise conducted between the armies of Pakistan and Sri Lanka. MORE..
Man electrocuted to death by illegal electric fence in Morawewa
A man has reportedly died after being electrocuted by an illegally installed electrical wire fence used to protect a cultivated land from animals in the Yaya 6 area of Morawewa. MORE..
Trump not happy with latest Iran proposal to end the war, US official says
U.S. President Donald Trump is unhappy with the latest Iranian proposal on resolving the two-month war, a U.S. official said, dampening hopes for a resolution to the conflict that has disrupted energy supplies, fuelled inflation, and killed thousands. MORE..
Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers complete evacuation
The death toll from a train collision near the Indonesian capital Jakarta has risen to 14 with another 84 injured, the train operator said on Tuesday, as rescuers completed work to extract survivors still trapped in the wreckage. MORE..
Ex-President Maithripala Sirisena arrives at Bribery Commission
Former President Maithripala Sirisena has appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning (28). MORE..
34 schoolchildren injured following bus accident in Bogawantalawa
At least 34 schoolchildren were hospitalized today (28) following an accident involving a private bus transporting students from the Ranikadu area to schools in Bogawantalawa. MORE..
Online applications called for 2025/2026 university admissions
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced that online applications for admission to state universities for the 2025/2026 academic year will be accepted until 19 May 2026 from candidates who qualified at the 2025 G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination. MORE..
Parliamentary Committee to probe USD 2.5 million Treasury theft allegation
The Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance is scheduled to convene today (28) to discuss the alleged theft of USD 2.5 million from the Treasury by an external party. MORE..
Jailor and warden arrested over inmate death at Magazine Prison
A jailor and a warden have been arrested following the death of a 37-year-old inmate at the Magazine Prison last evening (27), police said.
Ex-army soldier arrested with grenade and ammunition
A suspect has been arrested in the Atawiragollewa in Kongollewa area for the possession of a live hand grenade, 52 T-56 live rounds, and 30 rounds of 9mm ammunition. MORE..
Suspect in Washington dinner shooting charged with trying to assassinate Trump
The man accused of opening fire at a Washington dinner attended by Donald Trump was charged on Monday with attempting to assassinate the U.S. president and could face life in prison if convicted. MORE..
Final day of ‘‘Ehi Passiko’‘ Peace Walk today; Special state ceremony and traffic plan in Colombo
The final day of the ‘‘Ehi Passiko’‘ Peace Walk will be held today (28). MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in several provinces today
Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the most parts of the island after 1.00 pm, today (28), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Interim housing construction to begin in early May for Cyclone Ditwah-affected districts
Plans are underway to commence interim housing projects in early May for districts severely affected by Cyclone ‘‘Ditwah,’’ including Kegalle, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Badulla with the aim of completing construction within a short timeframe. MORE..
Pakistan, Sri Lanka kick off joint counter-terrorism exercise ‘Shake Hands-II’ at Tarbela
According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), Shake Hands-II is a joint counter-terrorism exercise conducted between the armies of Pakistan and Sri Lanka. MORE..
Man electrocuted to death by illegal electric fence in Morawewa
A man has reportedly died after being electrocuted by an illegally installed electrical wire fence used to protect a cultivated land from animals in the Yaya 6 area of Morawewa. MORE..
Trump not happy with latest Iran proposal to end the war, US official says
U.S. President Donald Trump is unhappy with the latest Iranian proposal on resolving the two-month war, a U.S. official said, dampening hopes for a resolution to the conflict that has disrupted energy supplies, fuelled inflation, and killed thousands. MORE..
Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers complete evacuation
The death toll from a train collision near the Indonesian capital Jakarta has risen to 14 with another 84 injured, the train operator said on Tuesday, as rescuers completed work to extract survivors still trapped in the wreckage. MORE..
Ex-President Maithripala Sirisena arrives at Bribery Commission
Former President Maithripala Sirisena has appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning (28). MORE..
34 schoolchildren injured following bus accident in Bogawantalawa
At least 34 schoolchildren were hospitalized today (28) following an accident involving a private bus transporting students from the Ranikadu area to schools in Bogawantalawa. MORE..
Online applications called for 2025/2026 university admissions
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced that online applications for admission to state universities for the 2025/2026 academic year will be accepted until 19 May 2026 from candidates who qualified at the 2025 G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination. MORE..
Parliamentary Committee to probe USD 2.5 million Treasury theft allegation
The Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance is scheduled to convene today (28) to discuss the alleged theft of USD 2.5 million from the Treasury by an external party. MORE..
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Technology
China blocks Meta’s $2bn acquisition of AI start-up Manus
Facebook-owner Meta’s acquisition of AI start-up Manus has been blocked by Chinese regulators. MORE..
WhatsApp will stop working on these phones from September 8
WhatsApp will stop working on these phones from September 8
The Meta-owned popular instant messaging app will drop support for versions older than Android 6 starting September 8, 2026. This means if you have a smartphone running an older Android OS, WhatsApp will stop working on that device. MORE..
Norway government plans social media ban for children under 16
Norway government plans social media ban for children under 16
Norway’s government said on Friday it will propose a ban on the use of social media for children under the age of 16, and will make technology companies responsible for age verification of young users. MORE..
Billionaire backer sues Trump family’s crypto firm over alleged extortion
Billionaire backer sues Trump family’s crypto firm over alleged extortion
The Trump family’s World Liberty Financial crypto venture is being sued by one of its billionaire backers over allegations of extortion. MORE..
Entertainment
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 sets June 21 release date as new trailer promises fire and blood
House of the Dragon” Season 3 has an official premiere date at HBO. MORE..
Taylor Swift files to trademark voice and image after AI concerns
Taylor Swift files to trademark voice and image after AI concerns
Taylor Swift has applied to trademark her voice and appearance in an apparent attempt to protect herself from artificial intelligence impersonations. MORE..
‘Michael’ scores biggest music biopic opening ever with $97M debut
‘Michael’ scores biggest music biopic opening ever with $97M debut
Michael is already shattering box office records. MORE..
Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny top Spotify’s first all-time most streamed artists list
Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny top Spotify’s first all-time most streamed artists list
Taylor Swift has topped Spotify’s first ever list of the most streamed artists of all time, published Thursday morning. MORE..
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Sports
Former All Blacks Captain Kieran Read arrives in Sri Lanka
Former New Zealand national rugby union team captain Kieran Read has arrived in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Asian Games years could be moved in shake-up: Report
The Asian Games could be moved to odd-numbered years starting in 2031 so the event takes place in the 12 months leading into the Olympics, reports say, reshaping the sporting calendar. MORE..
New Zealanders edge past Sri Lanka Tuskers 27-16 in Colombo
The New Zealand Under 85kg Rugby team defeated Sri Lanka Tuskers 27-16 in the opening game of the two-match series at the Racecourse International Rugby Stadium in Colombo this evening (25). MORE..
IPL: Lungi Ngidi to leave hospital soon after head injury
Delhi Capitals bowler Lungi Ngidi was rushed to hospital after sustaining a head injury during an Indian Premier League game on Saturday, but the South African is stable and will soon be discharged, organisers said. MORE..
St. Joseph’s beat St. Peter’s by 4 wickets in the annual limited over encounter
St. Joseph’s College Colombo defeated traditional rivals St. Peter’s College by four wickets in their 52nd annual limited over cricket encounter played at the Singhalese Sports Club Grounds today. MORE..
