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Tragedy at Victoria Reservoir: Two youths drown, one still missing
Tragedy at Victoria Reservoir: Two youths drown, one still missing
Two people have died and another remains missing after a group of four youths went to bathe in the Victoria Reservoir today (17).
Monaragala Disaster Relief Officer suspended over allegations of Ditwah compensation irregularities
Monaragala Disaster Relief Officer suspended over allegations of Ditwah compensation irregularities
A Disaster Relief Services Officer in the Monaragala District, who is accused of irregularities in connection with Ditwah compensation payments, has been suspended from duty. MORE..
Sri Lanka backs Commonwealth cancer plan at Geneva health talks
Sri Lanka backs Commonwealth cancer plan at Geneva health talks
The Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has attended the Commonwealth Health Coordination Forum held in Geneva, Switzerland, on the sidelines of the 79th World Health Assembly. MORE..
Two injured in collision involving NPP MP’s vehicle; Driver arrested
Two injured in collision involving NPP MP’s vehicle; Driver arrested
A cab carrying National People’s Power (NPP) Galle District Member of Parliament T.K. Jayasundara was involved in a collision with a three-wheeler in Dunghena, Galle, police stated. MORE..
Two remanded over railway track component theft linked to Wanawasala derailment
Two remanded over railway track component theft linked to Wanawasala derailment
The individual suspected of removing sections of the railway line between Wanawasala and Kelaniya, along with the individual alleged to have purchased the removed railway materials, has been remanded in custody until May 29, authorities said.
India, other oil importers to bilaterally negotiate transit corridors with Iran: Moody’s
India, other oil importers to bilaterally negotiate transit corridors with Iran: Moody’s
India and other oil importing nations are likely to negotiate bilaterally to secure energy supplies, potentially through coordinated transit corridors, but a return to pre-war traffic volumes is unlikely in 2026, Moody’s Ratings has said. MORE..
Railway union calls for urgent restoration of night patrols following Wanawasala train derailment
Railway union calls for urgent restoration of night patrols following Wanawasala train derailment
The Locomotive Operating Engineers’ Union has stated that the Railway Department’s night patrol services are currently not being properly carried out and has called for the immediate reinstatement of these services. MORE..
Residents allege corruption in Monaragala disaster relief payments; officials accused of taking commissions
Residents allege corruption in Monaragala disaster relief payments; officials accused of taking commissions
Residents in several parts of Monaragala have accused several officials attached to the Monaragala Divisional Secretariat of allegedly engaging in fraudulent practices during the distribution of disaster compensation funds. MORE..
| May 17, 2026 2:13 pm
Govt. gazettes bill to abolish Chief of Defence Staff position and repeal 2009 Act
Govt. gazettes bill to abolish Chief of Defence Staff position and repeal 2009 Act
A bill to repeal the Chief of Defence Staff Act No. 35 of 2009 has been published through an official gazette notification. MORE..
Election Commission urges public to verify 2026 voter registration details before upcoming enrollment process
Election Commission urges public to verify 2026 voter registration details before upcoming enrollment process
The Election Commission of Sri Lanka has issued a notice regarding registration for the 2026 electoral register. MORE..
Popular hotel in Batticaloa sealed for two weeks after health violations
Popular hotel in Batticaloa sealed for two weeks after health violations
A popular hotel in Batticaloa city has been sealed under an order issued by the Batticaloa Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Duo arrested with leopard skin, firearms, and ammunition in Wanathawilluwa
Duo arrested with leopard skin, firearms, and ammunition in Wanathawilluwa
Two individuals have been arrested by officers attached to the Department of Wildlife Conservation Wanathawilluwa sub-office for possessing a leopard skin, several firearms and ammunition inside a house located on a coconut estate. MORE..
PM to hold talks on concerns of uni students occupying Malwana residence
PM to hold talks on concerns of uni students occupying Malwana residence
Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has turned her attention to a group of university students who have been forcibly occupying for several days a property located in Malwana and administered by the Dompe Divisional Secretariat. MORE..
Wanawasala train derailment: Police reveals removed railway track parts sold for Rs. 3,000
Wanawasala train derailment: Police reveals removed railway track parts sold for Rs. 3,000
Police have revealed that parts removed from the railway line where a train derailment occurred have been sold for Rs. 3,000, and the individual who purchased the items has also been arrested after his identity was traced, Western Province North Deputy Inspector General of Police Kalinga Jayasinghe said. MORE..
| May 17, 2026 12:03 pm
Farmers warn of large-scale protests to Colombo over fertilizer crisis and falling paddy prices
Farmers warn of large-scale protests to Colombo over fertilizer crisis and falling paddy prices
Farmers have warned the government that they will stage large-scale protest marches to Colombo if their legitimate demands are not addressed without delay. MORE..
54-year-old found dead under suspicious circumstances in Mt. Lavinia
54-year-old found dead under suspicious circumstances in Mt. Lavinia
Police have launched an investigation following a report received by the Mount Lavinia Police regarding a suspicious death inside a residence in the Badovita area of Mount Lavinia. MORE..
Putin to visit Chinese leader Xi Jinping days after Trump’s trip to Beijing
Putin to visit Chinese leader Xi Jinping days after Trump’s trip to Beijing
Russian President Vladimir Putin will meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on a two-day trip to Beijing next week, the Kremlin said Saturday. MORE..
IMF Executive Board to consider Sri Lanka’s combined reviews on May 27
IMF Executive Board to consider Sri Lanka’s combined reviews on May 27
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has scheduled May 27, 2026 for its Executive Board to decide on the Fifth and Sixth reviews of Sri Lanka’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme. MORE..
Long-delayed police promotions to be expedited - Minister
Long-delayed police promotions to be expedited - Minister
The Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, Ananda Wijepala, says that long-overdue promotions for police officers, which had not been granted for over five years, are now being expedited. MORE..
Rainfall decreases across major river basins – Irrigation Dpt.
Rainfall decreases across major river basins – Irrigation Dpt.
The Department of Irrigation says a decrease in rainfall was observed yesterday (16) in areas surrounding the Kalu, Kelani, and Attanagalu Oya river basins. MORE..
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda an emergency of international concern
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo, Uganda an emergency of international concern
The World Health Organization on Sunday declared an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda a ‘‘public health emergency of international concern." MORE..
Over 5,200 affected by adverse weather conditions across Sri Lanka
Over 5,200 affected by adverse weather conditions across Sri Lanka
More than 5,200 individuals have been affected by the prevailing adverse weather conditions across Sri Lanka, according to the Disaster Management Centre (DMC). MORE..
Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight
Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight
A man has driven his car into pedestrians in the northern Italian city of Modena, injuring eight people, four seriously, officials say. MORE..
Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island
Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island
The low-pressure area located to the north of Sri Lanka is gradually weakening, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Sri Lanka Police issues awareness message on preventing teenage pregnancies
Sri Lanka Police issues awareness message on preventing teenage pregnancies
Sri Lanka Police has issued a public awareness statement highlighting the rising reports of teenage pregnancies in Sri Lanka and urging stronger family and community engagement to protect children. MORE..