Tense situation reported at Magazine Prison; Security beefed up around premises
Sri Lanka Navy rescues 11 Indian fishermen after boat accident near Delft
US VP Vance says negotiations with Iran "going to be messy", "take some time"
Five hotline numbers to report disasters during Scholarship and A/L exams
Schools to close for August holidays tomorrow, reopen on Sept. 7
Special traffic arrangements for Derana Colombo International Kite Festival 2026
President calls for research and innovation to boost economy and public livelihoods
Government to amend Anti-Corruption Act to allow public access to politicians’ asset declarations
Malaysia says will not repatriate Rohingya refugees if lives are at risk
Paddy Marketing Board purchases nearly 20,000MT tons of paddy during Yala season
NBRO warns of renewed landslide risk in Ditwah-affected areas amid heavy rains
Over 50 students hospitalised following wasp attack at Trincomalee school
Sri Pada route blocked after landslide amid heavy rain
Red warning issued for strong winds and rough seas from Matara to Pottuvil
UGC opens university registration for 2025 A/L students
Hatton–Colombo main road at Rozella restricted to one lane
Indian fishing vessel in distress off Delft Coast; Navy launches rescue operation
Level 2 landslide warnings issued to four districts extended
Rumesh Tharanga rises to World No. 1 in Javelin Throw rankings
Dengue death toll reaches 63 as Sri Lanka records over 88,000 cases in 2026
Russia kills 17 in missile strikes on Ukraine, destroys warehouses, logistics
Air pollution linked to around 7,000 deaths annually in Sri Lanka
Israel resumes military strikes on southern Lebanon
Tense situation reported at Magazine Prison; Security beefed up around premises
UNP warns proposed extension of judges' retirement age risks sparking youth unrest
Adverse weather claims eight lives, affects over 16,000 people islandwide
Eight dead, over 11,000 affected by adverse weather Heavy rains expected after Thursday: Met. Dept.
Parliament heats up over judges’ retirement age 22A draft will be gazetted shortly: Justice Minister
“Chief Prelates did not oppose judicial reforms” Govt seeks to increase retirement age of all judges
Thai, Sri Lankan cultures celebrated at Thai festival 2026 held in Colombo
“There is another reason behind the rush” – Lawyers’ body questions judges’ retirement age move
New Constitution, land issues take centre stage as Tamil and Muslim leaders meet President
Mahara Prison Clash: Multiple investigations launched into Rs. 150 million damage
Bad weather wreaks havoc across Sri Lanka Warning for heavy rains, strong winds & landslides issued
“Prisoners’ safety must be guaranteed by the govt” Several factions demand answers from Minister
Mahara Prison unrest damage estimated at Rs. 150 million; Video evidence and masterminds under probe
"Bringing smiles to little hearts" Children learn the art of kite-making at Derana Kite Workshop
“Need to find out if it was controlled from outside”; Justice Minister on Mahara Prison unrest
ADB extends $200M to help Sri Lanka tackle economic pressures from Middle East conflict
Iranian footballers who defied Tehran become Australian citizens
Gianni Infantino sorry for errors but stays Fifa president
Mohamed Salah mobbed by fans in Istanbul ahead of Trabzonspor move
Cape Verde’s World Cup hero, social media sensation Vozinha joins Colo-Colo
Uefa says boycott may still go ahead as FA withdraws Infantino support
Iranian footballers who defied Tehran become Australian citizens
Gianni Infantino sorry for errors but stays Fifa president
Mohamed Salah mobbed by fans in Istanbul ahead of Trabzonspor move
Cape Verde’s World Cup hero, social media sensation Vozinha joins Colo-Colo
Zaheer Khan co-owned group acquires Jaffna Kings LPL franchise
Fifa private money plan had to be scrapped - Arsene Wenger
India Test squad arrives in Sri Lanka for World Test Championship series
