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Public Security Minister signals possible closure of selected police stations
Public Security Minister signals possible closure of selected police stations
The number of police stations currently operating in Sri Lanka has exceeded the required level, according to the Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, Ananda Wijepala. MORE..
Uganda’s President sworn in for record seventh term
Uganda’s President sworn in for record seventh term
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni, 81, has been sworn in for a record seventh consecutive term following his landslide victory in disputed elections in January, extending his tenure as one of Africa’s longest-serving rulers. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s workers’ remittances exceed USD 3 billion in 2026
Sri Lanka’s workers’ remittances exceed USD 3 billion in 2026
Foreign remittances sent by Sri Lankan migrant workers reached USD 767.9 million in April 2026, marking a significant increase compared to the same period last year, according to the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment ((SLBFE). MORE..
Dengue cases spike in Sri Lanka in 2026 – Health officials warn of further increase
Dengue cases spike in Sri Lanka in 2026 – Health officials warn of further increase
The number of dengue cases confirmed in the country has shown an increase compared to 2025, according to Community Medical Specialist Dr. Priscilla Samaraweera of the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU). MORE..
Court authorises technical assistance to access Kapila Chandrasena’s mobile phone
Court authorises technical assistance to access Kapila Chandrasena’s mobile phone
The magisterial inquiry into the death of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena was held today (12) before Colombo Fort Magistrate Pasan Amarasena. MORE..
Top Labour minister Jess Phillips quits British government
Top Labour minister Jess Phillips quits British government
Jess Phillips has quit her role in Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government saying she has not seen “the change I and the country expect”. MORE..
Landslide warnings issued to several areas extended
Landslide warnings issued to several areas extended
Level 2 landslide warning has been issued to residents of Passara Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSD) of the Badulla district owing to incessant rains experienced in parts of the island. MORE..
Tourist arrivals in May top 46,000
Tourist arrivals in May top 46,000
A total of 46,606 tourists have arrived in the country thus far in May, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows. 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, North-Western and North-Central provinces, as well as in Trincomalee, Galle and Matara districts. MORE..
New Tamil Nadu CM Vijay thanks President Anura Kumara for well wishes
New Tamil Nadu CM Vijay thanks President Anura Kumara for well wishes
Newly appointed Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu Joseph Vijay has thanked President Anura Kumara Dissanayake for his well wishes extended following the recent Assembly Election victory. MORE..
Now everyone equal before the law, President asserts
Now everyone equal before the law, President asserts
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasised that both the political authority and public officials have a responsibility to ensure that the Rs. 500 billion allocated by the government in response to Cyclone Ditwah is utilised effectively and efficiently for the recovery and development of the affected communities and areas. MORE..
Ex-Minister Piyankara Jayaratne leaves Bribery Commission
Ex-Minister Piyankara Jayaratne leaves Bribery Commission
Former Minister Piyankara Jayaratne left the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) after providing a statement regarding the controversial SriLankan Airlines Airbus deal. MORE..
22 monks arrested with narcotics at BIA further remanded
22 monks arrested with narcotics at BIA further remanded
The group of 22 Buddhist monks recently arrested at the Katunayake Airport over the smuggling of “Kush” cannabis and “Hashish” from Thailand have been further remanded until May 26 by the Negombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Cabinet approves Rs. 112B govt-funded Rambukkana–Galagedara section of Central Expressway
Cabinet approves Rs. 112B govt-funded Rambukkana–Galagedara section of Central Expressway
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval for the proposal for the construction of the Rambukkana-Galagedara section of the Central Expressway, with the project to be fully funded by the Government at an estimated cost of Rs.112 billion. MORE..
Opposition writes to Chief Justice over President’s remarks on court verdicts
Opposition writes to Chief Justice over President’s remarks on court verdicts
The Opposition has submitted a memorandum to the Chief Justice requesting attention over a statement allegedly made by the President concerning a pending court ruling, according to its convener former Minister G. L. Peiris. MORE..
Two remanded over alleged bail fraud in relation to Kapila Chandrasena’s case
Two remanded over alleged bail fraud in relation to Kapila Chandrasena’s case
Two suspects accused of arranging two fake sureties to secure bail for former Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena, who recently died under mysterious circumstances, have been remanded until tomorrow (13). MORE..
Modi urges Indians to WFH and limit foreign travel as Iran war continues
Modi urges Indians to WFH and limit foreign travel as Iran war continues
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to Indians to revive working from home, buy less gold and limit foreign travel to deal with a surge in global energy prices because of the continuing crisis in the Middle East. MORE..
FM Vijitha Herath to undertake official visit to Belarus today
FM Vijitha Herath to undertake official visit to Belarus today
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath is scheduled to undertake an official visit to Belarus from today (12) to 15 May 2026, on the invitation of the Foreign Minister of the Republic of Belarus, Maxim Ryzhenkov. MORE..
Mahinda Rajapaksa leaves Bribery Commission after recording statement
Mahinda Rajapaksa leaves Bribery Commission after recording statement
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has left the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) a short while ago after recording a statement for over two hours. MORE..
| May 12, 2026 11:54 am
Man shot and attacked with sharp weapon inside home in Ambalantota
Man shot and attacked with sharp weapon inside home in Ambalantota
A man was shot and attacked with a machete inside a residence in the Mamadala area within the Ambalantota Police Division last night, police said. MORE..
Global fire outbreaks hit record high as ‘unprecedented’ heat extremes loom, scientists say
Global fire outbreaks hit record high as ‘unprecedented’ heat extremes loom, scientists say
Climate change has driven record-breaking outbreaks of fire in Africa, Asia and elsewhere this year, with conditions expected to get worse as the northern hemisphere’s summer approaches and El Nino weather patterns kick in, scientists warned on Tuesday. MORE..
16 major and 10 medium reservoirs spilling amid heavy rainfall across Sri Lanka
16 major and 10 medium reservoirs spilling amid heavy rainfall across Sri Lanka
A total of 16 major reservoirs and 10 medium-sized reservoirs managed by the Department of Irrigation are currently spilling due to the prevailing heavy rainfall across the country, according to Director of Irrigation (Water Management) Eng. H.M.P.S.D. Herath. MORE..
Additional fertilizer relief announced for small-scale tea plantation owners
Additional fertilizer relief announced for small-scale tea plantation owners
Minister of Plantations and Community Infrastructure Samantha Vidyaratne, stated that the government has decided to provide an additional fertilizer subsidy to small-scale tea plantation owners. MORE..
Ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa arrives at Bribery Commission
Ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa arrives at Bribery Commission
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning (12) to provide a statement regarding the alleged SriLankan Airlines Airbus deal. MORE..
| May 12, 2026 9:34 am
Schools closed in Deniyaya following flu outbreak to reopen tomorrow
Schools closed in Deniyaya following flu outbreak to reopen tomorrow
Schools in the Deniyaya Education Zone, which were temporarily closed due to a flu outbreak, are scheduled to reopen tomorrow (13). MORE..