Welikada OIC arrested for illegal possession of 19 Chinese passports
The Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of Welikada Police has been arrested in Veyangoda by the Central Crime Investigation Bureau over allegations of illegal possession of passports belonging to 19 Chinese nationals, according to police. MORE..
- Canada imposes Ebola-related travel ban, Bahamas to increase screening
- Nasa unveils next steps to build permanent Moon base
- 12-hour water cut in Gampaha and Mahara areas today
- State Vesak Festival to be held today under President’s patronage
- Sri Lanka awaits IMF nod today for USD 700 mln tranche
- India’s Bengaluru quarantines Uganda woman for suspected Ebola infection, source says
- Vijitha Herath becomes first Sri Lankan FM to receive Māori Pōwhiri welcome in New Zealand
- Liquor stores, meat shops and casinos closed for 3 days during ‘Vesak Week’
- Sri Lanka-Russia defence talks focus on security challenges and training exchanges
- Welikada OIC arrested for illegal possession of 19 Chinese passports
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Sri Lanka-Russia defence talks focus on security challenges and training exchanges
Sri Lankan Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Sampath Thuyacontha, who is currently on an official visit to the Russian Federation, met with Russian Deputy Defence Minister Vasily Osmakov in Moscow. MORE..
Liquor stores, meat shops and casinos closed for 3 days during ‘Vesak Week’
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has announced that all liquor stores, meat shops, slaughterhouses, betting centres, casinos, and nightclubs will remain closed for three days in view of the 2026 National Vesak Festival. MORE..
Vijitha Herath becomes first Sri Lankan FM to receive Māori Pōwhiri welcome in New Zealand
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath says he was honoured to receive the traditional Māori “Pōwhiri” welcome at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade of New Zealand this morning. MORE..
India’s Bengaluru quarantines Uganda woman for suspected Ebola infection, source says
India has quarantined a woman from Uganda in the tech hub of Bengaluru for a suspected Ebola infection, a health ministry source said on Wednesday, in a case that would be the South Asian nation’s first since 2014, if confirmed. MORE..
Sri Lanka awaits IMF nod today for USD 700 mln tranche
The fifth and sixth reviews of Sri Lanka’s programme under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) are scheduled to be considered today (27) by the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). MORE..
State Vesak Festival to be held today under President’s patronage
A Vesak Week has been declared from today (27 May) until 2 June in conjunction with the 2026 State Vesak Festival, which is being held to commemorate the Sambuddhatva Jayanthi. MORE..
12-hour water cut in Gampaha and Mahara areas today
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) says a 12-hour water cut will be imposed in the Gampaha and Mahara Pradeshiya Sabha areas today (27). MORE..
Canada imposes Ebola-related travel ban, Bahamas to increase screening
Canada said on Tuesday it will temporarily ban residents from three African countries amid an Ebola outbreak. MORE..
UN Security Council condemns attack on UAE nuclear plant
The United Nations Security Council on Tuesday condemned the attack on Barakah Nuclear Plant in the United Arab Emirates, according to a statement, adding that the attack constituted a violation of international law. MORE..
Fairly heavy showers expected in some parts of the island today
The south-west monsoon has established over the island, with prevailing showery condition over the south-western parts of the country expected to continue, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Sajith urges govt. to secure fresh IMF deal before “it’s too late”
Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa has called on the government to take immediate steps to secure a fresh agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in order to safeguard the wellbeing of the general public. MORE..
Tanker reports explosion off Oman’s coast
A tanker reported an external explosion off Oman’s coast on Tuesday afternoon, according to the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). MORE..
Govt. to provide motorbikes for midwives in addition January salary hike
Arrangements will be made to provide motorbikes for Public Health Midwives in the future, along with the implementation of the scheduled salary increase from January next year, the Minister of Health, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated. MORE..
Bribery Commission issues warning over misleading information on e-asset declaration system
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has cautioned the general public against relying on unofficial guidance being circulated regarding the centralized electronic system for submitting asset and liability declarations. MORE..
Dy Defence Minister inspects lands used by North Western and North Central Naval Commands
The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) conducted a field visit to the Mannar District, in order to inspect the lands used by the North Western and North Central Naval Commands of Sri Lanka Navy. MORE..
Liquor stores, meat shops and casinos closed for 3 days during ‘Vesak Week’
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has announced that all liquor stores, meat shops, slaughterhouses, betting centres, casinos, and nightclubs will remain closed for three days in view of the 2026 National Vesak Festival. MORE..
Vijitha Herath becomes first Sri Lankan FM to receive Māori Pōwhiri welcome in New Zealand
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath says he was honoured to receive the traditional Māori “Pōwhiri” welcome at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade of New Zealand this morning. MORE..
India’s Bengaluru quarantines Uganda woman for suspected Ebola infection, source says
India has quarantined a woman from Uganda in the tech hub of Bengaluru for a suspected Ebola infection, a health ministry source said on Wednesday, in a case that would be the South Asian nation’s first since 2014, if confirmed. MORE..
Sri Lanka awaits IMF nod today for USD 700 mln tranche
The fifth and sixth reviews of Sri Lanka’s programme under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) are scheduled to be considered today (27) by the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). MORE..
State Vesak Festival to be held today under President’s patronage
A Vesak Week has been declared from today (27 May) until 2 June in conjunction with the 2026 State Vesak Festival, which is being held to commemorate the Sambuddhatva Jayanthi. MORE..
12-hour water cut in Gampaha and Mahara areas today
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) says a 12-hour water cut will be imposed in the Gampaha and Mahara Pradeshiya Sabha areas today (27). MORE..
Canada imposes Ebola-related travel ban, Bahamas to increase screening
Canada said on Tuesday it will temporarily ban residents from three African countries amid an Ebola outbreak. MORE..
UN Security Council condemns attack on UAE nuclear plant
The United Nations Security Council on Tuesday condemned the attack on Barakah Nuclear Plant in the United Arab Emirates, according to a statement, adding that the attack constituted a violation of international law. MORE..
Fairly heavy showers expected in some parts of the island today
The south-west monsoon has established over the island, with prevailing showery condition over the south-western parts of the country expected to continue, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
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Technology
Nasa unveils next steps to build permanent Moon base
Nasa has released details of robotic landers, hopping drones and vehicles it aims to send to the Moon as part of US plans to build a lunar base. MORE..
Ferrari unveils first fully electric car
Ferrari unveils first fully electric car
Luxury sports car maker Ferrari has unveiled its first fully electric car - the $640,000 (£474,320) Luce. MORE..
China sends astronaut on year-long space mission as it eyes 2030 moon landing
China sends astronaut on year-long space mission as it eyes 2030 moon landing
China sent three astronauts to its space station on Sunday, one of whom will stay for a year, a record length for the country, enabling the study of long-duration human physiology in space as Beijing works towards its ambition of a crewed moon landing by 2030. MORE..
Malaysia to introduce new rules to protect youth on online platforms
Malaysia to introduce new rules to protect youth on online platforms
Malaysia will introduce new measures from June 1 to protect children and reduce their exposure to harmful content on online platforms, its communications regulator said on Friday. MORE..
Entertainment
AMA’s 2026 winners list: BTS, Sabrina Carpenter, KATSEYE among top honorees
The 2026 American Music Awards (AMAs) returned to Las Vegas on May 25 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena, bringing together a wide mix of global pop favorites, breakout newcomers and genre-defining veterans. MORE..
BTS crowned ‘Artist of the Year’ at American Music Awards
BTS crowned ‘Artist of the Year’ at American Music Awards
South Korean seven-piece BTS have won Artist of the Year at the American Music Awards (AMAs) for the second consecutive year, cementing their status as one of the world’s biggest bands. MORE..
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay permits all theatres across state to screen 5 shows per day
Tamil Nadu CM Vijay permits all theatres across state to screen 5 shows per day
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister S Joseph Vijay issued an order to permit all theatres across the state to screen five shows per day for seven days from the date of release of new Tamil films. MORE..
Shakira & Burna Boy drop ‘Dai Dai’ video featuring cameos from World Cup winners Messi & Mbappé
Shakira & Burna Boy drop ‘Dai Dai’ video featuring cameos from World Cup winners Messi & Mbappé
On Saturday (May 23), the Colombian superstar released the music video for her 2026 World Cup song with Burna Boy, “Dai Dai.” MORE..
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Sports
Vijay Shankar joins Lanka Premier League ahead of Season 6
The Lanka Premier League (LPL) has unveiled a star-studded list of marquee signings ahead of the Season 6 player draft on June 1, headlined by India all-rounder Vijay Shankar, who is set to join the tournament for the upcoming season. MORE..
Iran to commute to World Cup games from Mexico after US refusal, Sheinbaum says
Iran’s national soccer team will sleep in Mexico and travel to the U.S. on the days of its three World Cup matches after Washington declined to host the squad for the tournament, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said on Monday. MORE..
Kusal Mendis named ODI & T20I captain for upcoming West Indies tour
Experienced Kusal Mendis has been named the captain of the One-Day International and Twenty20 International squads for the upcoming tour of the West Indies. MORE..
Kusal Mendis named ODI & T20I captain for upcoming West Indies tour
Experienced Kusal Mendis has been named the captain of the One-Day International and Twenty20 International squads for the upcoming tour of the West Indies. MORE..
Spain’s FIFA World Cup 2026 squad shocks fans with no Real Madrid player
Injured forward Lamine Yamal has been named in Spain’s World Cup squad, which does not feature any Real Madrid players for the first time. MORE..
