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Deadline for 2026 A/L exam applications ends midnight today

The Department of Examinations of Sri Lanka has announced that the acceptance of applications for the 2026 G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) Examination will conclude today (24) at 12:00 midnight. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 8:33 am

Pope says he ‘cannot support war,’ citing rising toll on innocent lives

Pope Leo XIV said Thursday that he “cannot be in favor of war,” warning that conflicts around the world are claiming the lives of too many innocent people, including children. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 9:41 am

Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount’s $111bn takeover

Warner Bros Discovery shareholders have approved the company’s $111bn (£82bn) takeover by Paramount in a deal which could drastically alter the media landscape. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 11:56 am

Hearing of case against Yoshitha and his grandmother postponed to June

The Colombo High Court today (24) has postponed the hearing of the case filed against Yoshitha Rajapaksa, son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, and his grandmother Daisy Forest, under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, until June 10, 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 10:49 am

Sri Lanka’s Q1 2026 export earnings rise 2% despite Middle East conflict

The Sri Lanka Export Development Board (EDB Sri Lanka) states that despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Sri Lanka recorded export earnings of US$ 1,467 million in March. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 8:35 am

‘Walk for Peace’ heads to Beligammana Rajamaha Viharaya in Mawanella today

Today (23) marks the third day of the internationally recognized “Ehipassiko - Walk for Peace.” MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 8:34 am

Severe dry conditions drive rapid drop in Castlereagh and Maussakelle reservoir water levels

Water levels in the Castlereagh and Maussakelle reservoirs are declining rapidly due to the prevailing extreme dry weather conditions in the catchment areas on the western slopes of the Central Hills, engineers responsible for the reservoirs have reported. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 11:50 am

Trump says leaders of Lebanon and Israel could meet in next three weeks

U.S. President Donald Trump said ‌on Thursday that the leaders of Lebanon and Israel could ⁠meet at the White House during the next three weeks - the period for which a ceasefire between ‌the ⁠two countries has been extended. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 5:32 am

Office train services to continue despite ‘Sagarika’ derailment in Wadduwa - SLR

Despite the derailment of the “Sagarika” express train at Wadduwa, Sri Lanka Railways (SLR) has decided to continue office train services without cancellations. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 9:35 am

Norway government plans social media ban for children under 16

Norway’s government said on Friday it will propose a ban on the use of social media for children under the age of 16, and will make technology ⁠companies responsible for age verification of young users. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 11:17 am

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in several parts of the island

The Department of Meteorology has announced that showers or thundershowers will occur in most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 9:04 am

Trains delayed on coastal line after ‘Sagarika’ derails near Wadduwa

Train services on the coastal line were disrupted after the ‘Sagarika’ express train, travelling from Beliatta to Maradana, derailed this morning (24), the Department of Railways said. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 8:09 am

Iran has to cut Hezbollah’s funding: Trump

US President Donald Trump has been assembling the protagonists of today’s peace talks for another impromptu news conference at the White House. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 5:41 am

Trump administration reclassifies cannabis as less dangerous

The US Department of Justice has officially reclassified cannabis as less dangerous, marking a major shift in the country’s drug policy. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 10:24 am

Two Bangladeshi nationals arrested with foreign cigarettes worth Rs. 4.26 mln at BIA

Two foreign nationals were arrested in the early hours of today (24) by Sri Lanka Customs officials at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle a consignment of cigarettes manufactured in China into the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 11:25 am

Trump says Lebanon and Israel agree to extend Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire by 3 weeks

President Donald Trump said Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah by three weeks after talks at the White House on Thursday. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2026 4:38 am

Oil prices up 4% on uncertain Iran-US ceasefire prospects

Oil prices jumped 4 percent Thursday after Iran vowed not to reopen the Strait of Hormuz so long as a US naval blockade remained in place despite a ceasefire extension. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 8:35 am

Lane closed on Colombo–Galle road near Kalutara after gravel spill triggers motorcycle accidents

A lane on the Colombo–Galle main road has been temporarily closed in the Kalutara–Wettumakada area after gravel spilled from a moving lorry early this morning (23). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 9:09 am

Police warn of financial scam using ‘SriLankan Airlines’ name

Sri Lanka Police has warned the general public of financial fraud being carried out using the name of ‘SriLankan Airlines’. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 2:40 pm

Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces

An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-Western, North-Central, Southern and Uva provinces and in Ampara, and Batticaloa districts. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 1:23 pm

Man sentenced to death for murdering police officer in 2008

An individual has been sentenced to death for the murder of a police officer during a raid in Baddegama in 2008. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 12:08 pm

Sri Lanka’s life expectancy rises with success of national immunization programme

Sri Lanka’s life expectancy has improved over the past 15 years, largely due to the success of the National Immunization Programme of the Ministry of Health. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 7:21 am

US Senate rejects measure aimed at limiting Trump’s war powers in Iran for fifth time

The United States Senate rejected for the fifth time this year, a measure aimed at restricting President Donald Trump’s war powers by requiring congressional approval for any future military action in Iran. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 7:42 am

Two trains collide in Denmark, injuring 17 people, emergency service says

Two local trains collided head-on in Denmark on Thursday, injuring at least 17 people, four of whom were in a critical condition, the emergency service told Reuters. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 1:02 pm

Migrant worker remittances increase 26.5% in 1Q 2026

Remittances sent by migrant workers to Sri Lanka have increased by 26.5% in the first quarter of this year compared to the same period last year, according to the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 12:43 pm

CAA releases weekly estimated retail price for essential food items

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has announced the estimated retail price ranges for several essential food items for the week of April 20 to April 26, 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 3:06 pm

13-year-old boy missing in Gampaha; Public requested to assist

A 13-year-old boy, identified as Sithula Nimsath, a resident of Pahala Imbulgoda in Gampaha, has been reported missing since yesterday (22), according to his relatives. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 1:49 pm

Sri Lanka Police refutes social media claims on recruitment age limit

Sri Lanka Police has issued a clarification regarding information circulating on social media about the age limits for police recruitment. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 8:04 am

‘No time pressure’ on Iran ceasefire, says Trump

In the US, Fox News says President Trump told presenter Martha MacCallum that there is ‘‘no time pressure’‘ on his extension to the ceasefire with Iran. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 2:50 pm

Billionaire backer sues Trump family’s crypto firm over alleged extortion

The Trump family’s World Liberty Financial crypto venture is being sued by one of its billionaire backers over allegations of extortion. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 1:02 pm

US intercepts three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters - Report

The US military has intercepted at least three Iranian-flagged tankers in Asian waters and is redirecting them away from their positions near India, Malaysia and Sri Lanka, shipping and security sources said on Wednesday. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 5:11 am

Standard vehicle number plates to be issued from late May

Standard registration number plates for new vehicles can be issued from the end of May this year, the Department of Motor Traffic has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 1:22 pm

Hackers breached system via email, efforts underway to recover funds - Finance Secretary

The Secretary to the Ministry of Finance Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma says that efforts are already underway to recover as much as possible of the USD 2.5 million in funds obtained by cyber criminals who breached a computer system at the Finance Ministry. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 3:52 pm

Auspicious time for planting of tree saplings for New Year falls today

The auspicious time for Planting of Tree Saplings, as specified in the Sinhala and Tamil New Year auspicious time schedule (‘Nekath Seettuwa’), falls today (April 23). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 5:50 am

Iran says Strait of Hormuz cannot be opened due to ceasefire breaches

Iran’s chief negotiator in talks with the US said it is “not possible” for the Strait of Hormuz to be opened due to “the blatant violations of the ceasefire” by the US and Israel. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 5:02 am

Sri Lanka reports first measles cases in years, authorities urge vaccination

Health authorities have warned that measles, a disease previously eliminated in Sri Lanka, has re-emerged in the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 2:45 pm

Deputy Education Minister escapes unhurt in road accident

The vehicle carrying Deputy Minister of Education and Higher Education Madhura Seneviratne was involved in an accident last night (22). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 12:37 pm

Case against Namal Rajapaksa over ‘Krrish’ deal adjourned till May

The Colombo High Court today (23) ordered that the case filed against Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa in connection with the controversial ‘Krrish’ project deal be recalled on May 29. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 11:08 am

‘First revenue’ from Hormuz toll deposited into Central Bank - Iranian deputy speaker

The deputy speaker of Iran’s parliament, Hamidreza Haji Babaei, says the first revenues collected from tolls imposed on ships using the Strait of Hormuz have been deposited into the Central Bank account. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 3:37 pm

Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces

A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Northern, North-Central, North-Western, Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and Eastern provinces and the Monaragala district. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 4:09 pm

Walk for Peace heads to Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy today

The second day of the internationally recognized “Ehipassiko Walk for Peace” is scheduled to begin from Matale this morning (23). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 6:44 am

Heavy rainfall above 75 mm expected in parts of the island today

Showers or thundershowers will occur at most places of the island after 1:00 p.m., the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 5:30 am

Lebanese PM accuses Israel of war crimes after strike kills journalist

Prime Minister of Lebanon Nawaf Salam has condemned the killing of journalist Amal Khalil, while accusing Israel of war crimes. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 9:23 am

Nuwan Thushara withdraws petition seeking NOC from SLC to play in IPL

Sri Lankan cricketer Nuwan Thushara has withdrawn the petition he filed before the Colombo District Court, seeking an interim injunction to compel Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) to issue a No Objection Certificate (NOC) to enable his participation in international premier league tournaments, including the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 10:34 am

Australian HC confirms ongoing probe over irregularities in payments owed by Sri Lanka to Australia

The Ministry of Finance is currently probing irregularities in payments owed by Sri Lanka to the government of Australia, the Australian High Commission in Colombo stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 2:48 pm

Turkey Parliament votes to ban Social Media for under-15s

The Turkish parliament voted on Wednesday to prevent children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms, state media agency Anadolu reported, the latest country to try such a ban.

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 8:24 am

Air India mulls broad flight cuts amid high fuel costs

Tata Group-owned Air India is weighing a significant scale-back of its flight operations after reportedly posting a loss of nearly Rs 20,000 crore in FY26, amid persistent operational headwinds and elevated aviation fuel costs, businessline newspaper reported on Thursday quoting industry sources. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 11:35 am

High-stakes Tamil Nadu, West Bengal election begins in India amid voter roll row

Voters will cast their ballots on Thursday as high-stakes state elections get under way across India, with key contests in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 7:04 am

Ping-pong robot Ace makes history by beating top-level human players

An autonomous robot ping-pong player dubbed Ace has achieved a milestone for AI and robotics in Tokyo by competing against and sometimes defeating top-level human players at table tennis, a feat that could presage an array of other applications for similarly adept robots. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 9:49 am

Sri Lanka, Iran Foreign Ministers hold phone conversation

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath has held a telephone conversation with Abbas Araghchi, the Foreign Minister of the Islamic Republic of Iran in relation to the conflict in the Middle East and related development. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 23, 2026 6:12 am

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