UN rights chief says uncovered remains in Gaza raise concerns of war crimesThe recovery of hundreds of bodies from the rubble of buildings destroyed by Israeli strikes in Gaza during the war that began nearly three years ago has raised fresh concerns about possible war crimes, the U.N. human rights chief said on Tuesday.10m agoSri Lanka surpasses 1.6 million tourist arrivals in 2026Sri Lanka has welcomed more than 1.6 million tourists so far this year, according to the latest figures released by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.24m agoFormer Western Province Transport Authority Chairman arrested by Bribery CommissionFormer Chairman of the Western Province Road Passenger Transport Authority Prasanna Sanjeewa has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).34m agoFormer Western Province Transport Authority Chairman arrested by Bribery CommissionFormer Chairman of the Western Province Road Passenger Transport Authority Prasanna Sanjeewa has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).34m agoKandy, Matale, Nuwara Eliya and Badulla prepare for El Niño-linked rainfallAuthorities are stepping up disaster preparedness in the Central Province, with four districts selected for initial disaster preparedness drills as the government prepares for a shift from prevailing dry conditions to wetter weather over the next two months.48m agoKandy, Matale, Nuwara Eliya and Badulla prepare for El Niño-linked rainfallAuthorities are stepping up disaster preparedness in the Central Province, with four districts selected for initial disaster preparedness drills as the government prepares for a shift from prevailing dry conditions to wetter weather over the next two months.48m ago37 shooting incidents reported in Sri Lanka so far this yearCabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has stated that a total of 37 shooting incidents have been reported in Sri Lanka so far this year, resulting in 18 fatalities.1h ago37 shooting incidents reported in Sri Lanka so far this yearCabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has stated that a total of 37 shooting incidents have been reported in Sri Lanka so far this year, resulting in 18 fatalities.1h agoNEWS ALERTSri Lanka’s economy grows 4.2% in second quarter of 2026Sri Lanka experienced a robust economic upswing during the April to June quarter, with the economy expanding by 4.2% compared to the same period last year. 1h agoNEWS ALERTSri Lanka’s economy grows 4.2% in second quarter of 2026Sri Lanka experienced a robust economic upswing during the April to June quarter, with the economy expanding by 4.2% compared to the same period last year. 1h agoCabinet approves National Children’s Day Week from September 25 to October 1The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to declare a “National Children’s Day Week” alongside the annual National Children’s Day celebrations.2h agoCabinet approves National Children’s Day Week from September 25 to October 1The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to declare a “National Children’s Day Week” alongside the annual National Children’s Day celebrations.2h agoOver 50,000 families affected by prevailing dry weather conditionsMore than 163,000 people across 36 Divisional Secretariat divisions have been affected by the prevailing dry weather conditions, Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said today (15).2h agoOver 50,000 families affected by prevailing dry weather conditionsMore than 163,000 people across 36 Divisional Secretariat divisions have been affected by the prevailing dry weather conditions, Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said today (15).2h agoNEWS ALERTMain suspects in Dehiwala grenade attack that killed two children arrested - sourcesPolice have arrested the suspect who allegedly threw the hand grenade at a house on Sirisangabo Mawatha in Kawdana, Dehiwala, killing two children and seriously injuring their father, sources told Ada Derana.2h agoNEWS ALERTMain suspects in Dehiwala grenade attack that killed two children arrested - sourcesPolice have arrested the suspect who allegedly threw the hand grenade at a house on Sirisangabo Mawatha in Kawdana, Dehiwala, killing two children and seriously injuring their father, sources told Ada Derana.2h agoCourt orders National Hospital Director to explain failure to submit Suresh Sallay’s medical reportsCourt has ordered that a notice be issued to the Director of the National Hospital, requiring him to appear before the court and provide an explanation for failing to submit medical reports relating to former SIS Director Suresh Sallay, who is currently receiving treatment at the hospital.2h agoCourt orders National Hospital Director to explain failure to submit Suresh Sallay’s medical reportsCourt has ordered that a notice be issued to the Director of the National Hospital, requiring him to appear before the court and provide an explanation for failing to submit medical reports relating to former SIS Director Suresh Sallay, who is currently receiving treatment at the hospital.2h agoCabinet approves additional Rs. 2.5 billion for paddy purchasesThe Cabinet of Ministers has approved the allocation of an additional Rs. 2.5 billion to the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB) to purchase paddy harvested during the 2026 Yala season.2h agoCabinet approves additional Rs. 2.5 billion for paddy purchasesThe Cabinet of Ministers has approved the allocation of an additional Rs. 2.5 billion to the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB) to purchase paddy harvested during the 2026 Yala season.2h agoModern equipment provided to strengthen DNA testing capacity at Government Analyst’s DepartmentThe Government Analyst’s Department has received a range of modern forensic testing equipment aimed at further strengthening its DNA testing capacity and expediting the analysis of biological evidence.2h agoModern equipment provided to strengthen DNA testing capacity at Government Analyst’s DepartmentThe Government Analyst’s Department has received a range of modern forensic testing equipment aimed at further strengthening its DNA testing capacity and expediting the analysis of biological evidence.2h agoSri Lanka’s digital divide persists despite rising internet useSri Lanka’s internet use and digital skills rose sharply in 2025, but low computer ownership and widening gaps between urban and rural communities continue to expose a deep digital divide.2h agoSri Lanka’s digital divide persists despite rising internet useSri Lanka’s internet use and digital skills rose sharply in 2025, but low computer ownership and widening gaps between urban and rural communities continue to expose a deep digital divide.2h agoSri Lanka targets 3 million tourists, eyes UAE and Middle East for growthSri Lanka is targeting three million international tourist arrivals over the next 12 months, with the UAE and wider Middle East becoming an important part of its plans for growth.2h agoSri Lanka targets 3 million tourists, eyes UAE and Middle East for growthSri Lanka is targeting three million international tourist arrivals over the next 12 months, with the UAE and wider Middle East becoming an important part of its plans for growth.2h ago2027 Appropriation Bill receives Attorney General’s clearanceThe Appropriation Bill for the 2027 financial year has received clearance from the Attorney General, paving the way for its publication in the Government Gazette and subsequent presentation to parliament.3h ago2027 Appropriation Bill receives Attorney General’s clearanceThe Appropriation Bill for the 2027 financial year has received clearance from the Attorney General, paving the way for its publication in the Government Gazette and subsequent presentation to parliament.3h ago“Everyone is equal before the law” – PM Harini Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has stated that everyone is equal before the law and that no person’s status has any bearing on the application of the law. 3h ago“Everyone is equal before the law” – PM Harini Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has stated that everyone is equal before the law and that no person’s status has any bearing on the application of the law. 3h agoNEWS ALERTFormer SLAF Commander Donald Perera questioned over controversial MiG dealFormer Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF), Air Chief Marshal Donald Perera is currently recording a statement with the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) as part of an investigation into the controversial MiG fighter aircraft deal. 3h agoNEWS ALERTFormer SLAF Commander Donald Perera questioned over controversial MiG dealFormer Commander of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF), Air Chief Marshal Donald Perera is currently recording a statement with the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) as part of an investigation into the controversial MiG fighter aircraft deal. 3h agoChina tightens travel restrictions for citizensChina has imposed a range of sweeping new rules restricting travel in and out of the country in a move that observers say will give the government even more control over its citizens.3h agoChina tightens travel restrictions for citizensChina has imposed a range of sweeping new rules restricting travel in and out of the country in a move that observers say will give the government even more control over its citizens.3h agoPolice uncover more details on main suspects in Dehiwala grenade attackPolice have uncovered significant information regarding the two main suspects allegedly involved in the hand grenade attack in Dehiwala that resulted in the deaths of two children. 4h agoPolice uncover more details on main suspects in Dehiwala grenade attackPolice have uncovered significant information regarding the two main suspects allegedly involved in the hand grenade attack in Dehiwala that resulted in the deaths of two children. 4h agoFive injured in three-vehicle collision at Meegahakiula Five persons, including a four-year-old girl, were injured in a collision involving a motorcycle, a private bus, and a three-wheeler.4h agoFive injured in three-vehicle collision at Meegahakiula Five persons, including a four-year-old girl, were injured in a collision involving a motorcycle, a private bus, and a three-wheeler.4h ago
