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Tourist arrivals in 2026 top 220,000
Tourist arrivals in 2026 top 220,000
A total of 223,645 tourists have arrived in the country thus far in 2026, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows. MORE..
Storm Chandra brings heavy rain, flooding and travel disruption to UK
Storm Chandra brings heavy rain, flooding and travel disruption to UK
Large parts of the UK have been hit by strong winds and flooding as Storm Chandra sweeps across the country. MORE..
Case against ex-President Ranil to be reconsidered today
Case against ex-President Ranil to be reconsidered today
The case filed against former President Ranil Wickremesinghe under the Public Property Act is scheduled to be taken up for consideration again today (28) at the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Mainly dry weather expected in most parts of the island today
Mainly dry weather expected in most parts of the island today
Mainly dry weather will prevail in most parts of the island today, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
28-year-old man dies in Ambalangoda shooting
28-year-old man dies in Ambalangoda shooting
A 28-year-old man has died after being shot during a private party held in the Tsunamiwatta in Ambalangoda, police stated. MORE..
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Some members of drug trafficking networks willing to surrender – Dy Minister Watagala
Some members of drug trafficking networks willing to surrender – Dy Minister Watagala
Certain individuals involved in drug trafficking networks have expressed willingness to surrender, according to Deputy Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Sunil Watagala. MORE..
Individual injured in shooting reported in Ambalangoda
Individual injured in shooting reported in Ambalangoda
A shooting incident has been reported in Ambalangoda, police stated. MORE..
Anuradhapura DS clarifies reports on inability to cash compensation cheques issued after Cyclone Ditwah
Anuradhapura DS clarifies reports on inability to cash compensation cheques issued after Cyclone Ditwah
A clarification has been issued regarding reports claiming that compensation cheques issued for houses that were destroyed by Cyclone Ditwah cannot be encashed. MORE..
Three-month rehabilitation programme proposed for drug addicts
Three-month rehabilitation programme proposed for drug addicts
Sri Lanka has launched a voluntary drug rehabilitation program with vocational training support to help people addicted to narcotics recover and reintegrate into the workforce, the Commissioner General of Rehabilitation Brigadier M. S. Amith has stated. MORE..
Myanmar steps up Nipah virus monitoring, issues travel health advisory
Myanmar steps up Nipah virus monitoring, issues travel health advisory
Myanmar’s Ministry of Health has strengthened monitoring measures for the Nipah virus and issued health advice for travelers, despite no confirmed cases being detected in the country to date, according to the ministry’s statement released on Tuesday. MORE..
Ratnapura logs highest temperature
Ratnapura logs highest temperature
The highest temperature in the country today (27) was recorded from the Ratnapura Meteorological Station at 34.7°C, the Department of Meteorology noted. MORE..
Govt allocated additional Rs. 220 bln to facilitate public sector salary increase – Minister
Govt allocated additional Rs. 220 bln to facilitate public sector salary increase – Minister
The government has had to allocate an additional Rs. 220 billion in 2026 to fund basic salary increases granted to doctors and the entire public service, Cabinet Spokesperson and Minister of Health Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated. MORE..
SOC requests quality reports on imported coal consignments in 3 vessels
SOC requests quality reports on imported coal consignments in 3 vessels
The Sectoral Oversight Committee (SOC) on Infrastructure and Strategic Development has reviewed matters relating to coal imported to Sri Lanka with particular focus on quality assurance and import procedures. MORE..
Sri Lanka must be developed socially and culturally: President
Sri Lanka must be developed socially and culturally: President
The foremost responsibility of any government is to look after the people and that the present government has already begun fulfilling this duty by ensuring that all economic benefits achieved as a nation flow to the people and society at large, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has stated. MORE..
Radiologic Technologists temporarily suspend planned strike
Radiologic Technologists temporarily suspend planned strike
The Government Radiological Technologists’ Association has decided to temporarily suspend the indefinite strike that was scheduled to commence tomorrow (28) across all hospitals in the country. MORE..
Netherlands, Sri Lanka hold discussions to strengthening bilateral ties
Netherlands, Sri Lanka hold discussions to strengthening bilateral ties
A high-level discussion has been held to explore avenues to further strengthen the long-standing bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and the Netherlands. MORE..
Cabinet Spokesman explains reason behind Parliament Deputy Secretary General’s suspension
Cabinet Spokesman explains reason behind Parliament Deputy Secretary General’s suspension
Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa today (27) detailed the reasons behind the suspension of the Deputy Secretary General of Parliament and Chief of Staff, Chaminda Kularatne from his post. MORE..
Individual staging hunger strike opposite Presidential Secretariat hospitalized
Individual staging hunger strike opposite Presidential Secretariat hospitalized
An individual engaged in a hunger strike staged by a group of Development Officers in front of the Presidential Secretariat, demanding permanent employment, has been hospitalized. MORE..
FCID records statement from ex-Minister P Harrison
FCID records statement from ex-Minister P Harrison
Former Minister P. Harrison has recorded a statement with the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID). MORE..
Court informed ‘Keselwatte Dinusha’ is being held under detention orders
Court informed ‘Keselwatte Dinusha’ is being held under detention orders
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court was informed today that organized criminal ‘Keselwatte Dinusha’ is currently being held under detention orders for questioning. MORE..
SLBFE aims to send 310,000 workers for foreign employment in 2026
SLBFE aims to send 310,000 workers for foreign employment in 2026
The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE), operating under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, has announced a target to deploy 310,000 Sri Lankan workers for overseas employment in 2026. MORE..
China cancels flights on 49 routes to Japan amid renewed travel warnings
China cancels flights on 49 routes to Japan amid renewed travel warnings
China has cancelled all scheduled flights on 49 air routes with Japan as the Chinese foreign ministry reiterated travel warnings, urging citizens to avoid visiting Japan, especially during the upcoming Chinese New Year holiday. MORE..
Probe on release of 323 containers from Colombo Port without inspection to conclude within three months
Probe on release of 323 containers from Colombo Port without inspection to conclude within three months
The Select Committee of Parliament appointed to look into and report to Parliament on the controversial release of 323 containers from the Colombo Harbour without undergoing mandatory inspection has decided to meet every Wednesday. MORE..
Chief Prelates urge appointment of permanent Auditor General
Chief Prelates urge appointment of permanent Auditor General
Chief Prelates of the Malwathu and Asgiriya Chapters have expressed concern over the prolonged delay in appointing a permanent Auditor General, warning that the post which remained vacant for nearly eight months has led to attempts by certain parties to create disputes over state financial management. MORE..
A boat carrying 25 French tourists capsized off the Omani coast, three killed
A boat carrying 25 French tourists capsized off the Omani coast, three killed
Three French tourists were killed when a boat capsized off the coast of Oman, the Omani police said on Tuesday in a post on X. MORE..