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Iran’s Supreme Leader says enriched uranium must stay in Iran – report
Iran’s Supreme Leader says enriched uranium must stay in Iran – report
Iran’s Supreme Leader has issued a directive that the country’s near-weapons-grade uranium should not be sent abroad, two senior Iranian sources said, hardening Tehran’s stance on one of the main U.S. demands at peace talks. MORE..
More than Rs. 1 trillion in tax revenue collected - IRD
More than Rs. 1 trillion in tax revenue collected - IRD
The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced that it has collected over Rs. 1 trillion in tax revenue as of May 18, 2026. MORE..
PM Harini meets Sri Lankans residing in London
PM Harini meets Sri Lankans residing in London
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, who is currently on an official visit to the United Kingdom, has met with members of the Sri Lankan community living in London, yesterday (20), and engaged in cordial discussions. MORE..
Cardinal Ranjith hits out at politicians over hypocrisy, broken promises and moral decline
Cardinal Ranjith hits out at politicians over hypocrisy, broken promises and moral decline
The Archbishop of Colombo His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith, says he is deeply disappointed by the conduct of politicians in the country. MORE..
| May 21, 2026 4:22 pm
Sri Lanka’s inflation climbs to 4.7% in April
Sri Lanka’s inflation climbs to 4.7% in April
The overall inflation rate in Sri Lanka, as measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI) on a year-on-year (YoY) basis, increased to 4.7% in April 2026 from 2.4% recorded in March 2026, according to the Department of Census and Statistics. MORE..
CAA announces estimated price ranges for several essential food items
CAA announces estimated price ranges for several essential food items
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has announced the estimated retail price ranges for several essential food items for the week from May 18 to May 24, 2026. MORE..
Police issue guidelines on action to take after mobile phone loss or theft
Police issue guidelines on action to take after mobile phone loss or theft
Sri Lanka Police say complaints regarding lost, misplaced and stolen mobile phones are reported daily to police stations across the country, warning that such devices can be misused if they fall into the wrong hands. MORE..
Sri Lanka expresses concern over treatment of “Global Sumud Flotilla” detainees
Sri Lanka expresses concern over treatment of “Global Sumud Flotilla” detainees
The Government of Sri Lanka has expressed deep concern over footage posted by Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, which appears to depict the dehumanizing treatment of detainees linked to the “Global Sumud Flotilla.” MORE..
Police to implement special security program during Vesak Week
Police to implement special security program during Vesak Week
A special island-wide security program will be implemented during the Vesak week to ensure devotees can observe religious activities in a peaceful and secure environment, the Police headquarters has announced. MORE..
UN votes to support strong action on climate change despite US efforts to thwart the effort
UN votes to support strong action on climate change despite US efforts to thwart the effort
The U.N. General Assembly voted overwhelmingly Wednesday to support strong action to limit climate change despite recent diplomatic efforts by the United States to have the measure withdrawn. MORE..
One in three Sri Lankans suffers from high blood pressure — Health Ministry
One in three Sri Lankans suffers from high blood pressure — Health Ministry
One in every three people in Sri Lanka is suffering from high blood pressure, the Ministry of Health has stated. MORE..
SC issues ruling against Secretary of Transport Ministry over fundamental rights case
SC issues ruling against Secretary of Transport Ministry over fundamental rights case
The Supreme Court has ruled that the Secretary of the Ministry of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation, Professor Kapila Perera, violated the fundamental human rights of Additional Secretary W.S. Sathyananda by declaring that his services were no longer required and subjecting him to humiliation and mental distress. MORE..
Govt. will not seek electricity tariff hike until September — Minister
Govt. will not seek electricity tariff hike until September — Minister
The government will not request an increase in electricity tariffs from the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) until September, according to the Minister of Energy, Anura Karunathilaka. MORE..
| May 21, 2026 12:40 pm
Govt. expects US$700 million IMF tranche on May 27 — Deputy Minister
Govt. expects US$700 million IMF tranche on May 27 — Deputy Minister
The government is hopeful of receiving US$700 million from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on May 27, the Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning, (Prof.) Anil Jayantha Fernando has stated. MORE..
| May 21, 2026 11:54 am
Luxury cruise ship makes maiden call at Colombo Port carrying over 2,300 tourists
Luxury cruise ship makes maiden call at Colombo Port carrying over 2,300 tourists
A luxury passenger cruise ship named ‘‘Mein Schiff 6’’, carrying 2,380 tourists, has arrived at the Colombo Port and docked at the East Container Terminal Stage (ECT). MORE..
PM Harini hold talks British Foreign Secretary
PM Harini hold talks British Foreign Secretary
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has held a bilateral meeting with Yvette Cooper MP, the Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom. MORE..
Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay expands his Cabinet
Tamil Nadu CM Joseph Vijay expands his Cabinet
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay expanded his Cabinet today with the induction of 23 MLAs in the Council of Ministers. 21 MLAs from Vijay’s TVK party and 2 from the ally Congress took oath as ministers in the new government. MORE..
US Dollar selling rate surpasses Rs. 350
US Dollar selling rate surpasses Rs. 350
The Sri Lankan Rupee continues to weaken against the US Dollar amidst multiple factors including the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. MORE..
Trump says he will speak to Taiwan’s president in break from protocol
Trump says he will speak to Taiwan’s president in break from protocol
US President Donald Trump says he will talk to Taiwanese leader Lai Ching-te about a possible arms sale, in what would be a sharp departure from diplomatic tradition. MORE..
India mulls all options, including rate hike, as rupee slumps
India mulls all options, including rate hike, as rupee slumps
The Reserve Bank of India is considering all of its available options to stabilise the rupee, including an interest rate hike, more currency swaps and raising dollars from investors overseas, according to people familiar with the matter. MORE..
42 antique paintings missing from National Art Gallery — Minister
42 antique paintings missing from National Art Gallery — Minister
A total of 42 antique paintings from the National Art Gallery have been reported missing, Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Hiniduma Sunil Senevi told Parliament. MORE..
| May 21, 2026 10:14 am
Govt. to lift energy restrictions for Vesak Week
Govt. to lift energy restrictions for Vesak Week
The government has decided to lift the regulations previously imposed on the use of fuel and electricity in view of the Vesak festival, according to the Office of the Prime Minister. MORE..
UK eases sanctions on Russian jet fuel and diesel imports
UK eases sanctions on Russian jet fuel and diesel imports
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer defended Wednesday (May 20) a contentious move to ease sanctions on imports of Russian jet fuel and diesel as the Middle East war causes prices to spiral. MORE..
Police freeze assets of couple over alleged drug trafficking via instant money transfers
Police freeze assets of couple over alleged drug trafficking via instant money transfers
Police have frozen assets belonging to a married couple accused of trafficking narcotics through instant money transfer systems. MORE..
Ebola vaccine could take nine months as death toll rises further, WHO warns
Ebola vaccine could take nine months as death toll rises further, WHO warns
The World Health Organization (WHO) says it could take up to nine months before a vaccine against this particular species of Ebola is ready. MORE..