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CoPF to summon Finance Ministry officials over USD 2.5M payment issue – Harsha
CoPF to summon Finance Ministry officials over USD 2.5M payment issue – Harsha
Steps will be taken to summon the Secretary to the Ministry of Finance and other relevant officials before the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) as soon as possible over an incident involving a US$2.5 million foreign debt repayment, the Chairman of the committee Parliamentarian Dr. Harsha de Silva stated. MORE..
Pakistan ‘facilitating Iran-US talks’ - Foreign Ministry
Pakistan ‘facilitating Iran-US talks’ - Foreign Ministry
A social media update from Pakistan’s foreign ministry says Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar - who is also foreign minister - held a meeting today “to review the latest developments in the region”. MORE..
CEB records Rs. 38.7 billion loss in 2025 despite tariff revisions – CBSL
CEB records Rs. 38.7 billion loss in 2025 despite tariff revisions – CBSL
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) recorded a significant financial loss of Rs. 38.7 billion in 2025, despite multiple electricity tariff revisions during the year, according to the Central Bank’s Annual Economic Review 2025. MORE..
Sajith calls for Parliamentary Select Committee to probe US$2.5M treasury payment
Sajith calls for Parliamentary Select Committee to probe US$2.5M treasury payment
The Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa has called for the appointment of a Parliamentary Select Committee to investigate the incident in which the Treasury allegedly transferred US$2.5 million to a third-party account. MORE..
Four arrested in Pettah with stock of narcotics pills worth Rs. 20 million
Four arrested in Pettah with stock of narcotics pills worth Rs. 20 million
Four individuals have been arrested at four separate locations in Pettah in connection with the possession and distribution of a large stock of narcotics tablets valued at nearly Rs. 20 million. MORE..
El Nino conditions likely to emerge by May-July 2026, says World Meteorological Organisation
El Nino conditions likely to emerge by May-July 2026, says World Meteorological Organisation
The latest monthly Global Seasonal Climate Update issued by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has indicated a clear shift in the Equatorial Pacific, with rapidly rising sea-surface temperatures pointing towards a likely return of El Nino conditions as early as May-July 2026. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s fuel import bill expected to rise sharply in 2026 – CBSL forecast
Sri Lanka’s fuel import bill expected to rise sharply in 2026 – CBSL forecast
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has projected a significant increase in the country’s fuel import expenditure in 2026, citing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and continued volatility in global oil markets as key contributing factors. MORE..
Frequent lightning threat endangers lives of Pitakanda residents
Frequent lightning threat endangers lives of Pitakanda residents
Residents of Pitakanda village in the Ayagama Divisional Secretariat Division of Ratnapura District are calling for the installation of lightning protection systems owing to the serious and ongoing threat due to frequent lightning strikes. MORE..
| April 25, 2026 3:14 pm
Americans blame Trump for gas price surge, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Americans blame Trump for gas price surge, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
A clear majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for surging gasoline prices, which is weighing on his Republican Party ahead of November’s congressional midterm elections, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll. MORE..
126 drunk drivers arrested during special police operation
126 drunk drivers arrested during special police operation
A total of 20 individuals directly linked to criminal activities have been identified and arrested under the ‘Nation United - National Drive’ campaign aimed at eradicating narcotics from the country, according to a report issued yesterday (24). MORE..
US freezes US$344 million in Iran-linked crypto assets
US freezes US$344 million in Iran-linked crypto assets
The United States has frozen US$344 million in cryptocurrency assets over ties to Iran, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Friday (Apr 24), as Washington seeks to raise pressure on Tehran amid energy supply disruptions due to war in the Middle East. MORE..
Scam Alert: Public warned of new digital scam involving malicious APK files
Scam Alert: Public warned of new digital scam involving malicious APK files
Sri Lanka Police have announced that it successfully identified information regarding a new digital scam targeting bank accounts. MORE..
Significant progress made in probe into USD 2.5M cyber heist - Dy Minister
Significant progress made in probe into USD 2.5M cyber heist - Dy Minister
Significant progress has been made in investigations into the incident in which a loan installment of USD 2.5 million owed by the government to a foreign entity was diverted to an external party, the Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, Eranga Weeraratne stated. MORE..
| April 25, 2026 1:54 pm
Tehran’s Imam Khomeini airport resumes some international flights
Tehran’s Imam Khomeini airport resumes some international flights
Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International Airport resumed some international flights this morning. MORE..
Suspect arrested at BIA with foreign cigarettes worth Rs. 38.67 mln
Suspect arrested at BIA with foreign cigarettes worth Rs. 38.67 mln
A suspect has been arrested by Sri Lanka Customs officials at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle a consignment of foreign-made cigarettes and electronic cigarettes valued at Rs. 38.67 million into the country. MORE..
Sri Lanka Police urge public discipline for “Walk for Peace” journey
Sri Lanka Police urge public discipline for “Walk for Peace” journey
Sri Lanka Police have requested the public to maintain strict discipline and restraint to ensure the success of the internationally acclaimed “Ehipassiko – Walk for Peace.” 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, and North-Western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals exceed 840,000 so far this year
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals exceed 840,000 so far this year
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) stated that the number of tourist arrivals in Sri Lanka so far has crossed the 840,000 mark. MORE..
Norway to assist Sri Lanka to strengthen fisheries monitoring with modern technology
Norway to assist Sri Lanka to strengthen fisheries monitoring with modern technology
Sri Lanka has entered into a significant agreement with Norway aimed at enhancing the country’s fisheries monitoring capabilities through the integration of modern technology. MORE..
Associate of ‘Homagama Gagana’ arrested with 12kg of heroin
Associate of ‘Homagama Gagana’ arrested with 12kg of heroin
A suspect was arrested in Homagama yesterday (24) by the Western Province North Crimes Division while in possession of 12 kilograms of heroin, with an estimated street value of approximately Rs. 120 million. MORE..
‘Sagarika’ train successfully re-railed; full restoration work ongoing
‘Sagarika’ train successfully re-railed; full restoration work ongoing
The ‘Sagarika’ train, which derailed near the Wadduwa Railway Station yesterday, has been successfully re-railed, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Russian-made firearm, ammunition found buried in Karandeniya Raju’s garden
Russian-made firearm, ammunition found buried in Karandeniya Raju’s garden
A 9mm Russian-made pistol and 15 rounds of ammunition were discovered buried in the garden of the residence of “Karandeniye Raju,” the brother of organised criminal “Karandeniye Sudda,” during a specialised search operation. MORE..
Turkish foreign minister says Israel has become ‘direct threat to global security,’ urges ‘collective response’
Turkish foreign minister says Israel has become ‘direct threat to global security,’ urges ‘collective response’
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Friday that Israel now poses “direct threat to global security” and urged a “collective” international response, arguing that growing instability can no longer be viewed through a purely regional lens. MORE..
Photographer arrested with over 2.5kg ‘Kush’ at BIA
Photographer arrested with over 2.5kg ‘Kush’ at BIA
A Sri Lankan passenger has been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for the possession of 2,505 grams of ‘Kush’ cannabis, estimated to be valued at approximately Rs. 25 million. MORE..
Expert raises concerns over Finance Ministry’s cybersecurity measures after BEC attack
Expert raises concerns over Finance Ministry’s cybersecurity measures after BEC attack
Cybersecurity expert Asela Waidyalankara states that technical measures are available to prevent incidents such as hackers gaining access to funds, as seen in the reported cyberattack involving a USD 2.5 million Treasury payment. MORE..