Special talks held to expedite India-Sri Lanka MoUs for KKS Port developmentA special discussion has been held to expedite the finalization of the India-Sri Lanka Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) planned for the development of the Kankesanthurai Port (KKS) with the assistance of the Indian Government. 1h agoUS warns EB-1 green cards may shut for IndiaThe United States has cautioned that employment-based first-preference green cards for Indian nationals could face temporary unavailability within the coming weeks due to heavy demand, intensifying an already severe queue that has kept another primary category shut for applicants. 1h agoSchools, ferry routes suspended as Typhoon Saudel lashes east ChinaAuthorities closed schools and suspended ferry routes in eastern China's Fujian province on Thursday (Sep 3), after forecasters warned of heavy rain brought about by Typhoon Saudel. 1h agoSchools, ferry routes suspended as Typhoon Saudel lashes east ChinaAuthorities closed schools and suspended ferry routes in eastern China's Fujian province on Thursday (Sep 3), after forecasters warned of heavy rain brought about by Typhoon Saudel. 1h agoSolar technicians to require NVQ qualifications under new regulationsThe Engineering Council of Sri Lanka (ECSL) has gazetted new regulations to formally regulate the solar energy technician profession, introducing mandatory vocational qualifications for those engaged in the sector. 1h agoSolar technicians to require NVQ qualifications under new regulationsThe Engineering Council of Sri Lanka (ECSL) has gazetted new regulations to formally regulate the solar energy technician profession, introducing mandatory vocational qualifications for those engaged in the sector. 1h ago18 killed, 108 wounded in latest U.S. strikes on IranThe sudden recent escalation of the Iran war has cast renewed attention on its civilian toll after Iran reported 18 dead in the last U.S. assault, including four killed and dozens wounded at a wedding.2h ago18 killed, 108 wounded in latest U.S. strikes on IranThe sudden recent escalation of the Iran war has cast renewed attention on its civilian toll after Iran reported 18 dead in the last U.S. assault, including four killed and dozens wounded at a wedding.2h agoBribery case against ex-Minister Wimal Weerawansa postponedThe Colombo High Court has ordered that the case filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) against former Minister Wimal Weerawansa, over allegations of unlawfully acquiring assets worth more than Rs. 75 million beyond his legitimate income2h agoBribery case against ex-Minister Wimal Weerawansa postponedThe Colombo High Court has ordered that the case filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) against former Minister Wimal Weerawansa, over allegations of unlawfully acquiring assets worth more than Rs. 75 million beyond his legitimate income2h agoWild elephant attack overturns bus on Kataragama–Buttala road; 10 injuredA private bus carrying around 40 passengers was involved in an accident after being attacked by a wild elephant on the Kataragama–Buttala Road at around 11.00 a.m. today (03).2h agoWild elephant attack overturns bus on Kataragama–Buttala road; 10 injuredA private bus carrying around 40 passengers was involved in an accident after being attacked by a wild elephant on the Kataragama–Buttala Road at around 11.00 a.m. today (03).2h agoAir Vice Marshal Indika Wickramasinghe assumes duties as new KDU Vice ChancellorAir Vice Marshal Indika Wickramasinghe has assumed duties as the new Vice Chancellor of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU).2h agoAir Vice Marshal Indika Wickramasinghe assumes duties as new KDU Vice ChancellorAir Vice Marshal Indika Wickramasinghe has assumed duties as the new Vice Chancellor of the General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University (KDU).2h agoSri Lanka emerges as growing market for India’s tanker shipbuildersSri Lanka is emerging as an increasingly important destination for India’s growing tanker exports, underscoring the deepening maritime and industrial links between the two neighbouring countries.2h agoSri Lanka emerges as growing market for India’s tanker shipbuildersSri Lanka is emerging as an increasingly important destination for India’s growing tanker exports, underscoring the deepening maritime and industrial links between the two neighbouring countries.2h agoSri Lanka’s animation pioneer Givantha Arthasad dies at 73Veteran animator and filmmaker Givantha Arthasad, who created Sri Lanka’s first animated film, has passed away at the age of 73. 2h agoSri Lanka’s animation pioneer Givantha Arthasad dies at 73Veteran animator and filmmaker Givantha Arthasad, who created Sri Lanka’s first animated film, has passed away at the age of 73. 2h agoOne killed, another injured after tipper truck crashes into shop in VavuniyaAn individual has died and another was injured in a road accident in the Salambaikulam area of Vavuniya, according to the Poovarasankulam Police.3h agoOne killed, another injured after tipper truck crashes into shop in VavuniyaAn individual has died and another was injured in a road accident in the Salambaikulam area of Vavuniya, according to the Poovarasankulam Police.3h agoVehicle imports generate Rs. 512.5 billion in tax revenue Sri Lanka imported 316,000 vehicles during the first six months of 2026, generating Rs. 512.547 billion in tax revenue, according to officials from Sri Lanka Customs. 3h agoVehicle imports generate Rs. 512.5 billion in tax revenue Sri Lanka imported 316,000 vehicles during the first six months of 2026, generating Rs. 512.547 billion in tax revenue, according to officials from Sri Lanka Customs. 3h agoBhutan seeks Sri Lanka’s expertise as PM Harini meets KingBhutan has expressed interest in drawing on Sri Lanka’s experience and expertise to support its future development priorities, during a meeting between Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck in Thimphu yesterday (2).3h agoBhutan seeks Sri Lanka’s expertise as PM Harini meets KingBhutan has expressed interest in drawing on Sri Lanka’s experience and expertise to support its future development priorities, during a meeting between Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck in Thimphu yesterday (2).3h ago“Kompannavidiya Kudu Nona” arrested with heroin and Rs. 48,000A woman known as “Kompannavidiya Kudu Nona,” also known as “Nona Amma,” who is alleged to have been involved in drug trafficking for several years, has been arrested by the Kiribathgoda Police with heroin and cash believed to have been earned through drug trafficking.3h ago“Kompannavidiya Kudu Nona” arrested with heroin and Rs. 48,000A woman known as “Kompannavidiya Kudu Nona,” also known as “Nona Amma,” who is alleged to have been involved in drug trafficking for several years, has been arrested by the Kiribathgoda Police with heroin and cash believed to have been earned through drug trafficking.3h agoToxic haze from Indonesia’s wildfires spreads to Malaysia, PhilippinesIndonesia is battling massive wildfires, with some of the blazes continuing to burn for weeks as toxic smoke spreads across the region. 4h agoToxic haze from Indonesia’s wildfires spreads to Malaysia, PhilippinesIndonesia is battling massive wildfires, with some of the blazes continuing to burn for weeks as toxic smoke spreads across the region. 4h agoEl Nino to be 'very strong', last until February, UN warnsEl Nino is set to become "very strong" in the months ahead, with the weather phenomenon near certain to persist through to February, the United Nations' climate agency warned on Thursday (Sep 3). 4h agoEl Nino to be 'very strong', last until February, UN warnsEl Nino is set to become "very strong" in the months ahead, with the weather phenomenon near certain to persist through to February, the United Nations' climate agency warned on Thursday (Sep 3). 4h agoJaffna student tops Tamil Medium in 2026 Scholarship ExamSurendhar Sabeen of Thangamma Appakutty Junior School in Mallakam, Jaffna, has secured first place in the Tamil medium at the 2026 Grade Five Scholarship Examination with a score of 188 marks.4h agoJaffna student tops Tamil Medium in 2026 Scholarship ExamSurendhar Sabeen of Thangamma Appakutty Junior School in Mallakam, Jaffna, has secured first place in the Tamil medium at the 2026 Grade Five Scholarship Examination with a score of 188 marks.4h agoAmber advisory issued for strong winds and rough seas The Department of Meteorology has issued an “Amber” advisory for strong winds and rough seas in the sea areas extending from Hambantota to Pottuvil. 4h agoAmber advisory issued for strong winds and rough seas The Department of Meteorology has issued an “Amber” advisory for strong winds and rough seas in the sea areas extending from Hambantota to Pottuvil. 4h agoSupreme Court begins hearing petitions challenging Anti-Corruption BillThe Supreme Court today (3) commenced hearing petitions challenging the Anti-Corruption (Amendment) Bill presented to parliament by the government.5h agoSupreme Court begins hearing petitions challenging Anti-Corruption BillThe Supreme Court today (3) commenced hearing petitions challenging the Anti-Corruption (Amendment) Bill presented to parliament by the government.5h agoParliament officials appear before CIABOC over complaint by ex-Deputy Secretary-GeneralSeveral officials from Parliament appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) today (3) in connection with a complaint lodged by former Deputy Secretary-General of Parliament Chaminda Kularatne.5h agoParliament officials appear before CIABOC over complaint by ex-Deputy Secretary-GeneralSeveral officials from Parliament appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) today (3) in connection with a complaint lodged by former Deputy Secretary-General of Parliament Chaminda Kularatne.5h ago
