The Department of Irrigation has warned of a risk of minor flooding in low-lying areas of the Gin Ganga Valley within the next 24 hours following significant heavy rainfall across the river basin’s catchment areas.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu boasted of his endorsement from Donald Trump on the eve of Israel's election, suggesting the two leaders could restart their war against Iran if he wins, after Trump said they should "finish the job".

Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa has called for a dedicated programme to protect Sri Lanka’s elephant population, saying lessons must be learned from the death of tusker Kawanthissa to prevent similar incidents in the future.

The Department of Meteorology has issued a red warning for strong winds and rough seas in the Bay of Bengal and the deep and shallow sea areas around Sri Lanka, as cyclonic storm “Arnab” is expected to intensify further.

Relatives of a 29-year-old individual, who died while in police custody at the Homagama Police Station, have lodged a complaint with the Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka, alleging that he was assaulted by police officers.

The Prime Minister has highlighted the importance of Sri Lanka’s Third Mutual Evaluation on Anti-Money Laundering, Countering the Financing of Terrorism and Countering Proliferation Financing as a key opportunity for the country to demonstrate its progress in combating financial crime.

Three vessels belonging to the Indian Navy’s First Training Squadron (1TS), INS Tir, INS Sujata and Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sarathi, arrived in Sri Lanka today (26) for a formal visit aimed at strengthening maritime cooperation between the two countries.

The Irrigation Department has warned of a potential flood risk in low-lying areas along the Attanagalu Oya and Uruwal Oya valleys following significant rainfall in the upper and middle catchment areas and the release of water through the spill gates of the Basnagoda Reservoir.

Level 3 (Red) landslide warnings have been issued to several areas in Kalutara and Nuwara Eliya districts in addition to the Ratnapura District.

The Department of Examinations has confirmed that the practical examinations for aesthetic subjects of the 2026 GCE Ordinary Level (O/L) Examination will be held as scheduled tomorrow (27), despite the island-wide school closure announced due to adverse weather conditions.