‘2026 will go down in history as year of justice against corruption’ - President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that the National People’s Power (NPP) government is the only administration in Sri Lanka to have secured the full confidence of the people. MORE..
- May Day rallies underway islandwide, Colombo at centre as special police security deployed
- UK terrorism threat level raised to severe after Golders Green attack
- 21-year-old arrested with Ice and heroin in Madampitiya
- Fertiliser boss says war puts 10 billion meals a week at risk
- Special JMO panel appointed for interdicted Finance Ministry official’s post-mortem
- Circular issued to regularize casual-substitute public sector employees with permanent appointments
- Large groundwater source discovered in Urubokka, easing drinking water crisis
- Advisory issued for severe lightning
- Traffic limited to single lane on Gelanigama–Dodangoda stretch of expressway
- ‘2026 will go down in history as year of justice against corruption’ - President
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Traffic limited to single lane on Gelanigama–Dodangoda stretch of expressway
Sri Lanka Police have announced that traffic on the Gelanigama–Dodangoda section of the Southern Expressway has been restricted to a single lane in the direction of Matara due to ongoing road repair work. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, North-Central provinces and in Vavuniya, Mullaittivu, Kilinochchi, Mannar, Kurunegala and Trincomalee districts. MORE..
Large groundwater source discovered in Urubokka, easing drinking water crisis
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) said that it has discovered a large groundwater source in the Mananketiya area of Urubokka, offering a potential solution to the severe drinking water shortage affecting the area. MORE..
Circular issued to regularize casual-substitute public sector employees with permanent appointments
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has issued Circular No. 11/2026, introducing a mechanism to grant permanent appointments to employees recruited to public sector institutions on a temporary, casual, substitute, contract, or relief basis. MORE..
Special JMO panel appointed for interdicted Finance Ministry official’s post-mortem
A panel of four Judicial Medical Consultants has been appointed to conduct the post-mortem examination of the Assistant Director of the Finance Ministry’s Department of External Resources, who had been under suspension over allegations related to the misappropriation of Treasury funds, the Secretary to the Ministry of Health said. MORE..
Fertiliser boss says war puts 10 billion meals a week at risk
The interruption to supplies of fertiliser and its key ingredients due to the war in Iran could cost up to ten billion meals a week and will hit poorest countries hardest, according to the boss of one of the world’s biggest fertiliser producers. MORE..
21-year-old arrested with Ice and heroin in Madampitiya
A 21-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the possession of ‘Ice’ (Crystal Methamphetamine) and heroin, following a raid conducted in the Ranmuthu Sewana area within the Madampitiya Police Division. MORE..
UK terrorism threat level raised to severe after Golders Green attack
The public should be “alert and vigilant” but not “alarmed” following an increase to the terrorism threat level in the UK, the security minister has said. MORE..
May Day rallies underway islandwide, Colombo at centre as special police security deployed
Political parties across Sri Lanka have organized a series of rallies, meetings and other events today (01) to mark International Workers’ Day, with several major events centered in Colombo. MORE..
Israel says detained Gaza flotilla activists to be taken to Greece
Israel’s foreign ministry earlier said around 175 activists had been taken off more than 20 boats. MORE..
PM Harini pledges stronger labour rights in May Day Message
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya says that the history of Sri Lanka’s labour movement reflects a long struggle marked by sacrifice, resilience, and determination in the pursuit of rights, justice, and dignity. MORE..
President highlights workers as driving force behind economic progress in May Day message
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says that Sri Lanka is marking this year’s International Workers’ Day at a decisive moment, as the country records significant economic progress despite a challenging global environment shaped by conflict. MORE..
Myanmar ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi to be moved to house arrest, state media says
Myanmar’s detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi is to be moved to house arrest, state media reported on Thursday, more than five years after the military ousted the civilian government she led and jailed the Nobel laureate. MORE..
Iran threatens painful response if US renews attacks
Iran said on Thursday it would respond with “long and painful strikes” on U.S. positions if Washington renewed attacks and restated its claim to the Strait of Hormuz, complicating U.S. plans for a coalition to reopen the waterway. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50 mm expected in some parts of the island
Showers or thundershowers will occur in the most parts of the island after 1.00 pm, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, North-Central provinces and in Vavuniya, Mullaittivu, Kilinochchi, Mannar, Kurunegala and Trincomalee districts. MORE..
Large groundwater source discovered in Urubokka, easing drinking water crisis
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) said that it has discovered a large groundwater source in the Mananketiya area of Urubokka, offering a potential solution to the severe drinking water shortage affecting the area. MORE..
Circular issued to regularize casual-substitute public sector employees with permanent appointments
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has issued Circular No. 11/2026, introducing a mechanism to grant permanent appointments to employees recruited to public sector institutions on a temporary, casual, substitute, contract, or relief basis. MORE..
Special JMO panel appointed for interdicted Finance Ministry official’s post-mortem
A panel of four Judicial Medical Consultants has been appointed to conduct the post-mortem examination of the Assistant Director of the Finance Ministry’s Department of External Resources, who had been under suspension over allegations related to the misappropriation of Treasury funds, the Secretary to the Ministry of Health said. MORE..
Fertiliser boss says war puts 10 billion meals a week at risk
The interruption to supplies of fertiliser and its key ingredients due to the war in Iran could cost up to ten billion meals a week and will hit poorest countries hardest, according to the boss of one of the world’s biggest fertiliser producers. MORE..
21-year-old arrested with Ice and heroin in Madampitiya
A 21-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the possession of ‘Ice’ (Crystal Methamphetamine) and heroin, following a raid conducted in the Ranmuthu Sewana area within the Madampitiya Police Division. MORE..
UK terrorism threat level raised to severe after Golders Green attack
The public should be “alert and vigilant” but not “alarmed” following an increase to the terrorism threat level in the UK, the security minister has said. MORE..
May Day rallies underway islandwide, Colombo at centre as special police security deployed
Political parties across Sri Lanka have organized a series of rallies, meetings and other events today (01) to mark International Workers’ Day, with several major events centered in Colombo. MORE..
Israel says detained Gaza flotilla activists to be taken to Greece
Israel’s foreign ministry earlier said around 175 activists had been taken off more than 20 boats. MORE..
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Technology
Researchers find moringa seeds remove 98.5% of PVC microplastic from drinking water
The moringa tree, known as the ‘‘miracle tree’’, is one of the most nutrient-dense plants on the planet and is prized for its healing qualities. MORE..
EU urges fast rollout of age-verification app to protect minors online
EU urges fast rollout of age-verification app to protect minors online
The European Commission on Wednesday urged member states to quickly adopt its new age verification app to protect minors from harmful content online, and to make sure the technology is available everywhere before the end of the year. MORE..
Robot dogs with Musk and Zuckerberg heads roam around Berlin museum in Beeple’s new exhibit
Robot dogs with Musk and Zuckerberg heads roam around Berlin museum in Beeple’s new exhibit
Robot dogs with hyper-realistic silicone heads modeled after world-renowned figures — including Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, Andy Warhol and Pablo Picasso — can be seen roaming around a Berlin museum, occasionally “pooing” printed images of their surroundings which they’ve previously captured with integrated cameras. MORE..
Japan Airlines trials humanoid robots as ground handlers
Japan Airlines trials humanoid robots as ground handlers
Japan Airlines (JAL) will start using humanoid robots in ground handling tasks at Tokyo’s Haneda airport from May, in a two-year trial it said is aimed at easing employees’ workload. MORE..
Entertainment
Aamir Khan confirms 3 Idiots 2 with 10-year leap, returns as Phunsukh Wangdu
Aamir Khan has officially confirmed that a sequel to 3 Idiots is in the works, ending years of speculation around one of Hindi cinema’s most iconic films. MORE..
Prada seeks to mend ties with ‘Made in India’ sandals
Prada seeks to mend ties with ‘Made in India’ sandals
Prada is launching a limited-edition range of Indian-made sandals inspired by traditional Kolhapuri footwear, less than a year after the Italian luxury group faced a backlash for showcasing similar designs without crediting their origins. MORE..
David Attenborough centenary celebrations start with closer look at ‘Life on Earth’
David Attenborough centenary celebrations start with closer look at ‘Life on Earth’
Celebrations to mark the 100th birthday of renowned British naturalist David Attenborough start next week with a show delving deeper into his milestone 1979 TV series “Life on Earth”. MORE..
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 sets June 21 release date as new trailer promises fire and blood
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 sets June 21 release date as new trailer promises fire and blood
House of the Dragon” Season 3 has an official premiere date at HBO. MORE..
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UK
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Europe
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Switzerland
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Canada
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Australia
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Qatar
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Saudi Arabia
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UAE
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Dirham | 86.9427 |
Sports
FIFA boss says Iran will be at the World Cup and play in the US
ran will be participating in the 2026 World Cup and will play in the United States, FIFA President Gianni Infantino said in remarks Thursday. MORE..
Harshitha and Kavisha shine as Sri Lanka Women clinch T20I series
Harshitha Samarawickrama blasted an unbeaten 49 off just 29 deliveries to set up Sri Lanka’s series-clinching win over Bangladesh in the second T20I at Sylhet. The visitors, riding on Samarawickrama’s flourish at the end, posted 154 and ran home comfortable victors by 21 runs. MORE..
Arsenal and Atletico exchange penalty goals in 1-1 draw in 1st leg of Champions League semifinals
Atletico Madrid and Arsenal exchanged penalties in a 1-1 draw in the first leg of the Champions League semifinals on Wednesday, a gritty encounter with plenty of intensity from start to finish even if it lacked the fireworks of a nine-goal thriller in Paris. MORE..
Ex-MP Eran Wickramaratne appointed chairman of SLC interim committee
An interim committee headed by former Member of Parliament Eran Wickramaratne has been appointed to run Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) following the resignation of SLC president Shammi Silva and his Executive Committee. MORE..
Sri Lanka Cricket placed under Sports Ministry control after Executive Committee resigns
The resignation of the Executive Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), including its President Shammi Silva, has been accepted by the Minister of Sports. MORE..
