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Former State Minister Pillayan remanded
Former State Minister Pillayan remanded
Former State Minister Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan, alias ‘Pillayan’, has been remanded by the Mount Lavinia Magistrate’s Court pending the Attorney General’s recommendations in connection with investigations into the disappearance of a Vice Chancellor in the Eastern Province in 2006.
New Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Army appointed
New Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Army appointed
Major General Manada Yahampath of the Sri Lanka Light Infantry has been appointed as the 68th Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army, with effect from today (02), according to Sri Lanka Army.
3-hour water cuts every other day in Battaramulla, Pamankada, Wellawatte and Nawala
3-hour water cuts every other day in Battaramulla, Pamankada, Wellawatte and Nawala
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) says that three-hour water cuts will be imposed in Battaramulla, Pamankada, Wellawatte, Nawala and surrounding areas on every other day from today (April 2) until April 10 from 10.00 p.m. to 1.00 a.m. MORE..
| April 2, 2026 3:39 pm
Guidelines to be introduced for public officials carrying out duties online
Guidelines to be introduced for public officials carrying out duties online
The third meeting of the Cabinet-appointed committee tasked with ensuring the continuous functioning of the public service was held under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya, via virtual platform. MORE..
President-IMF delegation discuss fifth and sixth review under EFF programme
President-IMF delegation discuss fifth and sixth review under EFF programme
The visiting delegation of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) met with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat today (02) to discuss Sri Lanka’s ongoing economic reform programme and progress under the IMF-supported Extended Fund Facility. MORE..
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 Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Northwestern, and Uva provinces, and in Galle, Matara, and Anuradhapura districts. MORE..
Final rites of late Mahinda Wijesekera to be held on Saturday
Final rites of late Mahinda Wijesekera to be held on Saturday
The final rites of former Minister Mahinda Wijesekera will be performed on Saturday (04). MORE..
| April 2, 2026 2:17 pm
Indian Govt. waives customs duty on petrochemicals till June 30
Indian Govt. waives customs duty on petrochemicals till June 30
The central government on Thursday exempted a wide range of critical petrochemical products till June 30th, in light of the ongoing war in the Middle East and the consequent disruptions in global supply chains. MORE..
Nuwan Thushara files case seeking NOC to play in 2026 IPL and other leagues
Nuwan Thushara files case seeking NOC to play in 2026 IPL and other leagues
Fast bowler Nuwan Thushara has filed a petition before the Colombo District Court seeking an order directing Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) to issue a “no objection certificate”, enabling him to participate in international league tournaments, including the 2026 Indian Premier League. MORE..
US Embassy warns Iran-aligned militias could attack Baghdad
US Embassy warns Iran-aligned militias could attack Baghdad
The US embassy in Iraq has warned that Iran-aligned militant groups may conduct attacks in central Baghdad in the next 24-48 hours, again urging Americans to leave the country. MORE..
Authorities warn of possible water cuts as Kalatuwawa and Labugama supplies decline
Authorities warn of possible water cuts as Kalatuwawa and Labugama supplies decline
The Kalatuwawa Water Treatment Plant, which is one of the main facilities supplying clean drinking water to the Colombo city and its surrounding areas, has only about 20 days’ worth of water remaining, the Chairman of the National Water Supply and Drainage Board, Engineer Chandana Bandara stated today (02). MORE..
| April 2, 2026 12:44 pm
UK to host multi-nation meeting on Hormuz shipping
UK to host multi-nation meeting on Hormuz shipping
Britain will on Thursday (Apr 2) hold a virtual meeting of about 35 countries to discuss how to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz which has been crippled by the Middle East war. MORE..
24-hour water cut to several areas in Colombo from tonight
24-hour water cut to several areas in Colombo from tonight
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced a series of 24-hour water cuts affecting several areas due to ongoing water shortages. MORE..
| April 2, 2026 12:08 pm
Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena further remanded
Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena further remanded
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has rejected the bail application of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena, who is in remand in custody over allegations of accepting bribes in connection with the purchase of Airbus aircraft. MORE..
14 arrested in four-hour anti-drug operation in Mount Lavinia
14 arrested in four-hour anti-drug operation in Mount Lavinia
At least 14 individuals have been arrested during a special operation conducted in the Badowita areas 1, 2, and 3 within the Mount Lavinia Police Division. MORE..
Schoolboy killed, another critically injured en route to big match in Kandy
Schoolboy killed, another critically injured en route to big match in Kandy
A Grade 12 schoolboy has been killed while another student sustained injuries in a tragic accident early this morning (02) when their motorbike collided with a bus on the Kandy–Digana road near the Pallakele Army Camp, police stated.
| April 2, 2026 11:11 am
Special committee appointed to monitor and manage drinking water shortage
Special committee appointed to monitor and manage drinking water shortage
A special operations committee has been appointed to monitor and manage the ongoing drinking water shortage by the Chairman and General Manager of the National Water Supply and Drainage Board. MORE..
Former Minister Mahinda Wijesekara passes away aged 83
Former Minister Mahinda Wijesekara passes away aged 83
Former Cabinet Minister and prominent Southern politician Mahinda Wijesekara has passed away this morning (02) at the age of 83. MORE..
| April 2, 2026 10:54 am
Open warrants issued for Shamindra Rajapaksa, Kapila Chandrasena’s wife over Airbus bribery case
Open warrants issued for Shamindra Rajapaksa, Kapila Chandrasena’s wife over Airbus bribery case
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (02) has ordered the issuance of open warrants for the arrest of Shamindra Rajapaksa, a former board member of SriLankan Airlines and son of former Minister Chamal Rajapaksa, and Priyanka Niyomali Wijenayake... MORE..
Five injured after van plunges into precipice near Gerandi Ella
Five injured after van plunges into precipice near Gerandi Ella
Five individuals have sustained serious injuries after a van carrying members of the same family veered off the road and plunged nearly 70 feet down a precipice near the Gerandi Ella area in Kotmale in the early hours of today (02), police stated. MORE..
Gold prices fall as Trump gives no clarity on ending Iran war
Gold prices fall as Trump gives no clarity on ending Iran war
Gold prices reversed course to slip more than 1% on Thursday, snapping a four-day winning streak, after U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States would continue the war in Iran over the coming weeks. MORE..
Three arrested over illegal vehicle possession and forged documents racket
Three arrested over illegal vehicle possession and forged documents racket
Three individuals have been arrested by the Western Province North Crimes Division for possessing vehicles without valid registration licenses, police stated. MORE..
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei calls for national drive to restore infrastructure
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei calls for national drive to restore infrastructure
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has called for a comprehensive nationwide drive to restore infrastructure and address the destruction caused by ‘‘unprovoked American-Zionist aggression,’’ state broadcaster Press TV reported. MORE..
Iran war economic shocks will last ‘months’, says Australia’s PM
Iran war economic shocks will last ‘months’, says Australia’s PM
Australia’s Prime Minister has warned the economic shock from the war involving Iran will “be with us for months”, as he delivered a rare televised address to the nation. MORE..
NATO chief to visit Washington next week as Trump threatens exit from alliance
NATO chief to visit Washington next week as Trump threatens exit from alliance
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte will visit Washington next week for what a spokesperson for the military alliance called a ‘‘long-planned visit’’ that comes after President Donald Trump blasted European allies over differences on the Iran war. MORE..