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‘Colombo is a port for India’: Ceylon Chamber chief
‘Colombo is a port for India’: Ceylon Chamber chief
In a significant affirmation of deepening India-Sri Lanka economic ties, Krishan Balendra, Chairman of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and John Keells Group, described Colombo as “a port for India” during his address at the ZEE Media WION Global Innovation & Leadership Summit held in Colombo on Saturday. MORE..
37 Chinese nationals arrested on suspicion of online scams remanded
37 Chinese nationals arrested on suspicion of online scams remanded
Thirty-seven Chinese nationals, including a woman, have been arrested and remanded on suspicion of engaging in online financial scams in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Iranian proposal rejected by Trump would open strait before nuclear talks: Iran official
Iranian proposal rejected by Trump would open strait before nuclear talks: Iran official
An Iranian proposal so far rejected by U.S. President Donald Trump would open shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and end the U.S. blockade of Iran while leaving talks on Iran’s nuclear programme for later, a senior Iranian official said on Saturday. MORE..
22 monks arrested with narcotics at BIA remanded
22 monks arrested with narcotics at BIA remanded
The group of 22 Buddhist monks recently arrested over the smuggling of “Kush” cannabis and “Hashish” from Thailand have been remanded until May 12 by the Negombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
| May 2, 2026 6:03 pm
‘Feels good when India thrives’: MP Harsha de Silva says Sri Lanka ‘part of Indian story’
‘Feels good when India thrives’: MP Harsha de Silva says Sri Lanka ‘part of Indian story’
Sri Lankan economist and politician Harsha de Silva on Saturday lauded India’s growth over the years, saying that it feels good when India is doing well. MORE..
Shiral calls for ‘psychological autopsy’ into death of Finance Ministry official
Shiral calls for ‘psychological autopsy’ into death of Finance Ministry official
Former Western Provincial Councillor and Attorney-at-Law Shiral Lakthilake says that a psychological autopsy should be conducted on the death of the Assistant Director of the Finance Ministry’s Foreign Resources Department, who was suspended in connection with the alleged misappropriation of USD 2.5 million linked to a suspected cyber theft. MORE..
| May 2, 2026 5:29 pm
Thirteen killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, health ministry says
Thirteen killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, health ministry says
At least 13 people, including four women and a child, have been killed in Israeli air strikes on southern Lebanon, the Lebanese health ministry said. MORE..
Special traffic plan announced for Maldivian President’s visit
Special traffic plan announced for Maldivian President’s visit
Sri Lanka Police have taken steps to implement a special traffic plan in view of the upcoming official visit of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu to Sri Lanka. MORE..
India’s historic rise a gateway for Sri Lanka’s future collaboration and progress – Sajith
India’s historic rise a gateway for Sri Lanka’s future collaboration and progress – Sajith
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa says that the relationship between Sri Lanka and India must never be viewed through the prism of competition, but rather embraced as a tremendous opportunity for mutual prosperity. MORE...
| May 2, 2026 3:48 pm
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Northern, North-Central, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Eastern and in Uva provinces. MORE..
22 monks arrested with narcotics at BIA to be produced before court today
22 monks arrested with narcotics at BIA to be produced before court today
A group of 22 Buddhist monks recently arrested over the smuggling of “Kush” cannabis and “Hashish” from Thailand are scheduled to be produced before the Negombo Magistrate’s Court again today (02). MORE..
| May 2, 2026 1:29 pm
Final rites of FinMin official suspended over $2.5M cyber fraud to be held today
Final rites of FinMin official suspended over $2.5M cyber fraud to be held today
The final rites of the Assistant Director of the External Resources Department of the Ministry of Finance Ranga Nishantha Rajapaksa, who was found dead while under suspension in connection with the alleged misappropriation of USD 2.5 million linked to a cyber heist, are scheduled to be performed this evening (02). MORE..
| May 2, 2026 1:03 pm
Suspect arrested with foreign-made pistol in Pannala
Suspect arrested with foreign-made pistol in Pannala
A 38-year-old suspect has been arrested in the Hunuwila area of Pannala for the possession of a foreign-made pistol. MORE..
Spirit Airlines faces potential shutdown as bailout negotiations stall
Spirit Airlines faces potential shutdown as bailout negotiations stall
Spirit Airlines is reportedly preparing to shut down indefinitely after filing for bankruptcy last summer, as recent government bailout negotiations appear to have failed. MORE..
One killed in head-on motorcycle collision in Horowpathana
One killed in head-on motorcycle collision in Horowpathana
One person has died following a head-on collision between two motorcycles at the 134th kilometre post along the Puttalam-Trincomalee road in Horowpathana. MORE..
Over 25,000 dengue cases reported so far in 2026
Over 25,000 dengue cases reported so far in 2026
The National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU) says that a total of 25,082 dengue cases have been reported across Sri Lanka so far in 2026. MORE..
Trump says US Navy acting ‘like pirates’ to carry out naval blockade of Iranian ports
Trump says US Navy acting ‘like pirates’ to carry out naval blockade of Iranian ports
President Donald Trump said on Friday the U.S. Navy was acting “like pirates” in carrying out Washington’s naval blockade of Iranian ports during the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran. MORE..
US to cut troop levels in Germany by 5,000 amid Trump spat with Merz
US to cut troop levels in Germany by 5,000 amid Trump spat with Merz
The US Defence Department plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, amid a spat between President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the war with Iran. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals surpass 850,000 so far this year
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals surpass 850,000 so far this year
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) stated that the number of tourist arrivals in Sri Lanka so far this year has crossed the 850,000 mark. MORE..
Teenager drowns while swimming in Katupila Lake
Teenager drowns while swimming in Katupila Lake
A 16-year-old schoolboy has drowned while swimming in Katupila Lake within the Sewanagala Police Division. MORE..
Vesak ‘Dansal’ registration to begin Monday
Vesak ‘Dansal’ registration to begin Monday
Public Health Inspectors Union (PHIU) says registration of Vesak ‘Dansal’ will commence from Monday (04) ahead of the upcoming Vesak celebrations. MORE..
US Treasury warns shippers not to pay Hormuz tolls, even in form of charity
US Treasury warns shippers not to pay Hormuz tolls, even in form of charity
Any shipper paying tolls to Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, including charitable donations to organizations such as the Iranian Red Crescent Society, is at risk of punitive sanctions, the U.S. Treasury warned on Friday. MORE..
At least 11 dead in western Mexico after bus careens off highway
At least 11 dead in western Mexico after bus careens off highway
A holiday Labor Day weekend turned tragic on Friday as at least 11 people died and 31 others were injured when a tourist bus crashed in Mexico’s western state of Nayarit. MORE..
Trump says he’s dissatisfied with Iranian proposal as rift with allies deepens
Trump says he’s dissatisfied with Iranian proposal as rift with allies deepens
US President Donald Trump said on Friday he was not satisfied with the latest Iranian proposal for talks on the Iran war, while Iran’s foreign minister said Tehran was ready for diplomacy if the United States changes its approach. MORE..
Showers expected in several provinces after 1pm today
Showers expected in several provinces after 1pm today
Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva and Eastern provinces and in Polonnaruwa, Galle and Matara districts after 1.00 pm, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..