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Red warning issued for heavy rains in several areas

A red warning for heavy rains in several areas of the country has been issued by the Department of Meteorology. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:17 am

Level 2 landslide warnings issued to several areas in five districts

Level 2 landslide warnings have been issued to several areas of five districts owing to the prevailing heavy rainfall conditions across the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:32 am

Five students injured in sharp-weapon attack by fellow student

A student of a leading government school in Eppawala has allegedly attacked five other students with a sharp weapon. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 12:04 pm

Meta to launch ‘Incognito Chat’ for private AI conversations on WhatsApp

Meta Platforms is rolling out a new “Incognito Chat” feature for its artificial intelligence assistant on WhatsApp messaging service, the company said on Wednesday, as it looks to address data privacy concerns. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 9:01 pm

President urges officials not to consider financial constraints in restoring normal life for disaster victims

A Special Coordination Committee meeting for the Badulla District was held this afternoon (13) at the Badulla Library Auditorium under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to review the progress of measures taken to restore normalcy to the lives of people affected by the cyclone “Ditwah”...MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:26 pm

New initiative introduced to support farmers amid rising input costs

A special program aimed at educating farmers on alternative practices in response to rising costs of fuel, fertiliser, and other agricultural inputs is scheduled to commence tomorrow (14). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 2:10 pm

Advisory issued for heavy rains above 200 mm in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces

An ‘Amber’ Advisory for heavy rains has been issued for the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the Puttalam, Galle and Matara districts today. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 6:36 am

CBSL, Finance Ministry working to prevent repeat of USD 2.5 million fraud – Governor

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) and the Ministry of Finance are working closely to strengthen systems and prevent a recurrence of the incident involving the alleged fraudulent transfer of USD 2.5 million belonging to the Finance Ministry, CBSL Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 1:00 pm

Officials instructed to prioritise public needs when launching development projects

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya instructed officials to implement development projects by taking into account the practical needs of the people. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 9:12 am

CEA urges public to avoid plastic and polythene for Vesak decorations and ‘Dansal’

The Central Environmental Authority (CEA) has issued a special announcement urging the public to refrain from using polythene and plastic materials for various decorations and ‘Dansal’ activities during the upcoming Vesak festival. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 4:55 pm

Indian passenger arrested at BIA with over 4kg of Kush and Hashish

An Indian national was arrested by officers of the Sri Lanka Customs Narcotics Control Unit at the Green Channel arrival terminal of the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) while attempting to smuggle a stock of Kush cannabis and Hashish into the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 3:12 pm

Donald Trump begins trip to China amid Iran war impasse

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday began his highly anticipated trip to China, saying it will be “very exciting,” with the rest of the world particularly eyeing whether anything dramatic on the Iran war or Taiwan will come out of his talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 7:43 am

Iran says US must accept its peace plan or face ‘failure’

Iran’s chief negotiator said Tuesday (May 12) that Washington must accept Tehran’s latest peace plan or face failure, after US President Donald Trump warned the truce in the Middle East war was on the brink of collapse. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 5:19 am

Suspect arrested with ‘Ice’ in Ragama

An individual has been arrested with ‘Ice’ (crystal methamphetamine) in Batuwatta, Ragama. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 2:46 pm

Donald Trump posts graphic of Venezuela as 51st US state

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 12) posted a map graphic on his Truth Social platform depicting Venezuela with an inset American flag and the label “51st State”. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 6:21 am

68 filariasis cases reported in Sri Lanka last year

A total of 68 cases of filariasis were identified in Sri Lanka during the past year, the Anti Filariasis Campaign stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 11:41 am

UK’s Starmer faces biggest challenge yet as resignation threat overshadows King’s Speech

Keir Starmer faced his biggest challenge yet on Wednesday when his health minister was reported to be readying his resignation to try to trigger a contest to replace a British prime minister who had sought some respite to set out his government’s agenda. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 7:45 pm

UGC removes Sabaragamuwa University Vice Chancellor from post

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has decided to remove Professor Sunil Shantha from his position as Vice Chancellor of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 8:10 am

Low-pressure system northeast of Sri Lanka to weaken within 48 hours – Met. Dept.

The low-pressure area located northeast of Sri Lanka is expected to move away from the island and gradually weaken over the next 48 hours, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 3:19 pm

Three further remanded over alleged bail fraud in relation to Kapila Chandrasena’s case

Two suspects accused of arranging two fake sureties to secure bail for former Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines Kapila Chandrasena, who recently died under mysterious circumstances, have been further remanded. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 11:18 am

Colombo Port container volumes rise nearly 14 pct in 1st 4 months of 2026

The Port of Colombo has recorded a 13.9 percent increase in container handling volumes during the first four months of 2026, Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) said on Wednesday. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 3:04 pm

One dead, over 60 families affected by adverse weather

An individual has died while 62 families in four districts have been affected by prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 11:45 am

Train services on Puttalam line limited to Chilaw due to flooding

The Department of Railways says train services on the Colombo-Puttalam railway line have been limited only up to Chilaw Railway Station due to sudden flooding. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 5:20 pm

33 reservoirs at spill level, says Irrigation Dept.

A total of 16 major reservoirs and 17 medium-scale reservoirs under the management of the Department of Irrigation are currently spilling following heavy rains recorded across several parts of the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 6:55 am

Holiday declared for selected grades of Telijjawila Royal College due to heavy rainfall

A holiday has been declared today (13) for selected grades of the Telijjawila Royal College, due to the risk of landslides and slope failures caused by heavy rainfall in the Matara District. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:51 am

Vijay wins Tamil Nadu trust vote with 144 MLAs voting in favour; DMK walks out

Chief Minister Vijay on Wednesday comfortably won the trust vote in the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly, with 144 MLAs backing his government against the majority mark of 118. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 11:56 am

Kesbewa records 204mm of rainfall in 22 hours

The highest rainfall recorded during the past 22 hours was reported from Kesbewa, with 204 millimetres of rain, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 7:24 am

Provincial revenue dept. office employee arrested for accepting bribe

A sanitation worker attached to the Provincial Revenue Department District Office in Polonnaruwa was arrested today (13) by officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs. 35,000 to help obtain a land valuation report prepared at a reduced value. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 3:59 pm

New pension scheme proposed for tea estate and factory employees

The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board has announced plans to introduce a new pension scheme for workers engaged in the tea industry and related sectors. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:01 am

Duo arrested over attempted abduction using toy pistol

Two relatives have been arrested for allegedly attempting to abduct a young woman after threatening her with a pistol later identified as a toy firearm, Sri Lanka Police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 1:25 pm

Religious leaders’ guidance vital for strengthening communal coexistence - PM

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the guidance of religious leaders is essential to further strengthen harmony and solidarity among communities in multicultural areas such as Anamaduwa, where Sinhala, Tamil, and Muslim communities live together in harmony. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:03 pm

Harsha says he will not leave centre-right political camp

Samagi Jana Balawegaya Member of Parliament Harsha de Silva has dismissed speculation over his political future, stating that he has no intention of leaving the centre-right political camp and reaffirming his commitment to building a developed Sri Lanka. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 5:58 am

Trump arrives in Beijing for high-stakes summit with Xi

US President Donald Trump arrived in Beijing this afternoon for a high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 5:45 pm

AAT recommends promoting Shani Abeysekara to DIG rank

The Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) has directed the promotion of Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) and Director of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Shani Abeysekara, to the rank of Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 7:04 pm

RDA urges motorists to exercise caution on expressways

The Road Development Authority (RDA) has urged motorists travelling on expressways to pay close attention to warning messages displayed on electronic signboards due to prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:13 am

Dense fog disrupts traffic on Talawakelle–Nuwara Eliya road

Heavy rain accompanied by dense fog has been reported since early this morning (13) along the Talawakelle–Nuwara Eliya main road, affecting visibility and disrupting traffic movement in the area. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 9:38 am

India raises gold and silver tariffs to 15% to curb imports, support rupee

India has raised import tariffs on gold and silver to 15% from 6%, government orders said on Wednesday, as part of efforts to curb overseas purchases of the metals and ease pressure on the country’s foreign exchange reserves. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 8:56 am

Welipenna Interchange entry to Southern Expressway flooded

The entrance to the Southern Expressway towards Colombo at the Welipenna Interchange has been inundated due to heavy rainfall, the Road Development Authority (RDA) said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 4:55 pm

More than 1,000 passengers held on cruise after gastrointestinal illness outbreak

More than 1,000 passengers are being held on a UK-operated cruise ship in France after 49 people fell ill from gastrointestinal sickness. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:22 pm

Jacqueline Fernandez withdraws petition to turn approver in ED case

Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez on Tuesday withdrew her plea seeking to turn approver in a Rs 200 crore (INR 2 billion) money laundering case involving alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekar. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 12:37 pm

School transport bus and SLTB bus collide in Dikwella

An accident has been reported on the Colombo–Kataragama main road in Dikwella, close to the Polgahamullla private garment factory, after a collision between a school transport bus and a Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) bus. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:41 am

Gunshots fired as chaos erupts at Philippine Senate where lawmaker wanted by ICC holds out

Volleys of gunshots were heard at the Philippine Senate on Wednesday (May 13) and people were told to run for cover, Reuters witnesses heard, as chaos mounted in anticipation of an attempt to arrest a top senator wanted by the International Criminal Court. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 6:01 pm

Heavy showers above 100 mm predicted due to low pressure area near Sri Lanka

The low pressure area located northeast of Sri Lanka is likely to move northwards during the next few days, the Department of Meteorology has highlighted. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 5:31 am

President says another fuel price increase necessary to curb consumption

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that the government’s objective is to reduce fuel consumption and that decisions such as the increase in fuel prices were taken accordingly. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 2:41 pm

India’s Congress leader Sonia Gandhi hospitalised

India’s Congress leader Sonia Gandhi was admitted to Medanta Hospital in Gurugram on Wednesday, reported IANS. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 11:23 am

Landslide reported in Maha Aragama, Wellawaya

A landslide has been reported in the Maha Aragama Ulkanda region with the Wellawaya Divisional Secretariat, following continuous adverse weather conditions. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 9:48 am

Sri Lanka, Belarus agree to expand bilateral ties across key sectors

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath said that he held a constructive bilateral meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Belarus, Maxim Ryzhenkov, during his official visit to Belarus. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 7:25 pm

NBRO urges vigilance over landslide risks amid heavy rainfall

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) states that due to the heavy rainfall currently affecting the island, residents living in mountainous and landslide-prone areas must remain highly vigilant regarding early warning signs of landslides. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 9:36 am

Heavy rainfall above 100 mm expected in parts of the island

The low pressure area located northeast of Sri Lanka continues to persist in the sea area vicinity of the island, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 6:04 am

US says 18 passengers flown back after hantavirus outbreak on ship

US Department of Health and Human Services officials said on Monday that 18 passengers from the luxury cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak were flown back to the U.S. and quarantined, with the one passenger who tested positive in a Nebraska biocontainment unit. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 6:29 am

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