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US judge temporarily blocks Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘weaponization’ fund
US judge temporarily blocks Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘weaponization’ fund
A U.S. judge on Friday temporarily blocked President Donald Trump’s administration from setting up a nearly $1.8 billion fund to compensate victims of what Trump has called government “weaponization.” MORE..
Ven. Ethalawetunuwewe Gnanathilaka Thero appointed Acting Atamasthanadhipathi
Ven. Ethalawetunuwewe Gnanathilaka Thero appointed Acting Atamasthanadhipathi
Malwatu Mahaviharaya in Kandy, has announced the temporary appointment of Ven. Eathalawetunawewae Gnānathilaka Thero to perform the duties of Atamasthanadhipathi until the court delivers its verdict in the case concerning allegations against Ven. Pallegama Hemarathana Thero. MORE..
Rescuers pull four people trapped in flooded cave in Laos, Thai rescuers say
Rescuers pull four people trapped in flooded cave in Laos, Thai rescuers say
Rescuers pulled four people trapped in a flooded cave in Laos, Thai rescuers said on Saturday. MORE..
Suspect arrested in Kottawa for possession of illegally assembled jeep
Suspect arrested in Kottawa for possession of illegally assembled jeep
An individual has been arrested in the Kottawa area for the possession of an illegally assembled jeep, according to police. MORE..
Electricity supply restored following temporary disruptions across the island - NSO
Electricity supply restored following temporary disruptions across the island - NSO
The National System Operator (Private) Limited (NSO) states that the electricity supply to several areas, including Colombo, which was disrupted due to an imbalance in the national grid, has now been restored. MORE..
Rooftop solar owners requested to temporarily switch off systems tomorrow as well
Rooftop solar owners requested to temporarily switch off systems tomorrow as well
Rooftop solar panel owners are requested to voluntarily switch off their solar power systems tomorrow (31) from 8.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m., the National System Operator (Private) Limited states. MORE..
Health authorities warn of possible rise in accidents during long weekend
Health authorities warn of possible rise in accidents during long weekend
Health authorities have warned that road accidents and drowning incidents are likely to increase during the upcoming long weekend coinciding with the Vesak festival. MORE..
18 passengers arrested with foreign-made cigarettes worth over Rs. 31 mln at BIA
18 passengers arrested with foreign-made cigarettes worth over Rs. 31 mln at BIA
Eighteen Chinese and Sri Lankan passengers have been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle a stock of foreign-manufactured cigarettes valued at Rs. 31.38 million. MORE..
Electricity supply temporarily disrupted in several areas due to system imbalance – Minister
Electricity supply temporarily disrupted in several areas due to system imbalance – Minister
Minister of Energy Anura Karunathilaka states that the electricity supply has been temporarily interrupted across several parts of the island, including Colombo, due to an unexpected system imbalance within the power grid. MORE..
Pentagon chief says U.S. ready to restart strikes on Iran if no deal
Pentagon chief says U.S. ready to restart strikes on Iran if no deal
The U.S. is ready to restart attacks on Iran if a deal cannot be reached, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said on Saturday, as negotiators from Washington and Tehran worked to bridge major differences blocking an agreement. MORE..
Police warn public over fake messages circulating on traffic fine payments
Police warn public over fake messages circulating on traffic fine payments
Sri Lanka Police state that complaints have recently been received regarding social media messages falsely circulating as official communications from the Police Department concerning the payment of traffic violation fines. MORE..
Rooftop solar owners requested to temporarily switch off systems
Rooftop solar owners requested to temporarily switch off systems
The National System Operator (Private) Limited states that, in order to ensure the reliability and stable operation of the national grid during the Vesak festival period, rooftop solar panel owners are kindly requested to voluntarily switch off their solar power systems until 3:00 p.m. today. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s largest Dansala, “Derana’s 24-hour Vesak Dansala,” to begin at Independence Square today
Sri Lanka’s largest Dansala, “Derana’s 24-hour Vesak Dansala,” to begin at Independence Square today
Sri Lanka’s largest dansala, organized by the Derana Media Network and operating continuously for 24 hours, will be held today (30) at the Independence Square premises in Colombo. MORE..
| May 30, 2026 11:28 am
Suspect arrested for aiding and abetting Galle shooting; ‘Ice’ seized during arrest
Suspect arrested for aiding and abetting Galle shooting; ‘Ice’ seized during arrest
A suspect has been arrested in connection with the ongoing investigation into the shooting and killing of an individual on May 12 in the Dangedara area within the Galle Police Division. MORE..
“Deranabhivandana” Vesak Poya programme broadcast live from Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya
“Deranabhivandana” Vesak Poya programme broadcast live from Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya
The “Deranabhivandana” live Vesak Poya programme, commemorating the three pivotal milestones in the life of Gautama Buddha, is being broadcast throughout the day today (30) from the Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya. MORE..
| May 30, 2026 9:13 am
Opposition Leader Sajith highlights equality and human values in Vesak Message
Opposition Leader Sajith highlights equality and human values in Vesak Message
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has extended Vesak Day greetings to the people of Sri Lanka and the world, highlighting Buddhist teachings on equality, self-reliance, and the value of human life. MORE..
MP Dilith Jayaweera urges reflection on Dhamma amid challenges to the Buddha Sasana in Vesak Message
MP Dilith Jayaweera urges reflection on Dhamma amid challenges to the Buddha Sasana in Vesak Message
Leader of the ‘Sarvajana Balaya’ and Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera, in his Vesak Day message, highlighted the spiritual significance of the Vesak Full Moon Poya Day and urged Buddhists to reflect on the teachings of the Buddha. MORE..
First of five men found alive in flooded Laos cave rescued
First of five men found alive in flooded Laos cave rescued
The first of five men found alive after spending more than a week trapped inside a flooded cave in Laos has been freed. MORE..
Trump says he will soon decide on Iran deal, demands reopening of Hormuz Strait
Trump says he will soon decide on Iran deal, demands reopening of Hormuz Strait
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday he would soon decide on a proposed deal to extend the ceasefire with Iran, though the two countries still appeared to differ on significant issues that have been central to the conflict. MORE..
New Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Army appointed
New Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Army appointed
Major General Nilantha Premaratne of the Sri Lanka Artillery has been appointed as the 69th Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army. MORE..
PM urges society to embrace compassion, kindness and wisdom in Vesak message
PM urges society to embrace compassion, kindness and wisdom in Vesak message
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, in her Vesak Day message, called on the public to use the sacred Vesak season as an opportunity to illuminate their hearts with compassion, kindness, and wisdom, while dispelling the roots of greed, hatred, and delusion. MORE..
President calls for peace, reconciliation and compassion in Vesak message
President calls for peace, reconciliation and compassion in Vesak message
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his Vesak message, emphasized the enduring relevance of Buddhist teachings in fostering peace, coexistence, and reconciliation in contemporary society, urging people to embrace the values of non-violence, compassion, and loving-kindness in their lives. MORE..
Showers expected in several provinces after 1pm today
Showers expected in several provinces after 1pm today
Showers will occur at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-Western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Inmate sentenced to death hospitalised after drinking poison
Inmate sentenced to death hospitalised after drinking poison
An inmate who was sentenced to death has been admitted to the Nuwara Eliya District General Hospital after reportedly consuming poison. MORE..
Police warn public over fake social media messages claiming traffic fine payment facility
Police warn public over fake social media messages claiming traffic fine payment facility
Sri Lanka Police has urged the public not to be deceived by fake messages circulating on social media claiming that the Police Department is offering a facility to pay fines for traffic violations.MORE..