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Minor flood warnings issued for several areas of Kalu Ganga basin
Minor flood warnings issued for several areas of Kalu Ganga basin
The Department of Irrigation has warned that there is a risk of minor flooding in several areas along the Kalu Ganga basin during the next 24 hours. MORE..
Several BIA-bound aircraft diverted to Mattala amid heavy rainfall
Several BIA-bound aircraft diverted to Mattala amid heavy rainfall
Several aircraft scheduled to land at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake were diverted to the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport due to adverse weather conditions prevailing in the area. MORE..
| May 22, 2026 8:48 am
Minor flood warning issued for Kelani River Basin following heavy rainfall
Minor flood warning issued for Kelani River Basin following heavy rainfall
A significant rainfall of approximately 300 mm has been recorded in the upper catchment areas of the Kelani River Basin, according to the Irrigation Department. MORE..
Kirindiwela records highest rainfall of 244 mm in 24 hours
Kirindiwela records highest rainfall of 244 mm in 24 hours
The Department of Meteorology has reported that the highest rainfall of 244 mm was recorded in the Kirindiwela area of the Gampaha District in the last 24 hours. MORE..
IMF Executive Board to consider Sri Lanka’s combined reviews next week
IMF Executive Board to consider Sri Lanka’s combined reviews next week
Sri Lanka’s reform program continues to move forward, with the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Executive Board set to consider the combined Fifth and Sixth Reviews under the Extended Fund Facility on Wednesday (May 27). MORE..
Landslide early warnings issued to areas in three districts
Landslide early warnings issued to areas in three districts
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued a landslide early warning for several Divisional Secretariat Divisions (DSDs) in three districts due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions affecting parts of the country. MORE..
Very heavy rains above 200 mm likely in some areas today: Met. Dept
Very heavy rains above 200 mm likely in some areas today: Met. Dept
According to the Department of Meteorology, the South-West monsoon is gradually establishing over the island. MORE..
US House Republicans cancel Iran war powers vote
US House Republicans cancel Iran war powers vote
Republican leaders of the U.S. House of Representatives unexpectedly canceled a vote on Thursday on a resolution seeking to end the Iran war unless President Donald Trump obtains Congress’ authorization, two days after a similar measure advanced in the U.S. Senate. MORE..
Finance Ministry rejects claims of 4,000 vehicle import LCs opened before tax hike
Finance Ministry rejects claims of 4,000 vehicle import LCs opened before tax hike
Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Dr. Anil Jayantha today told Parliament that reports claiming 4,000 Letters of Credit (LCs) were opened on May 15, a day before the government imposed a new 50% surcharge on customs import duties for imported vehicles, are completely false. MORE..
Sajith calls for All Party Conference amid economic downturn
Sajith calls for All Party Conference amid economic downturn
The Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa has called for an All Party Conference in order to discuss the ongoing economic downturn including the rapid depreciation of the Sri Lankan Rupee. MORE..
Ebola case confirmed in rebel-held Congo area far from outbreak’s epicenter
Ebola case confirmed in rebel-held Congo area far from outbreak’s epicenter
A case of Ebola has been confirmed in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo’s South Kivu province, hundreds of kilometres from the outbreak’s epicentre, the rebel alliance that controls the area said on Thursday. MORE..
Anti-drug youth summit scheduled for June under “A Nation United” programme
Anti-drug youth summit scheduled for June under “A Nation United” programme
Plans have been made to conduct an anti-drug youth summit on June 26 in line with the “A Nation United” national programme aimed at eradicating the drug menace, according to a statement issued by the President’s Media Division. MORE..
Individual arrested with 39kg of ICE in Dematagoda
Individual arrested with 39kg of ICE in Dematagoda
A suspect has been arrested in the Dematagoda area by the Western Province North Crimes Division while allegedly in possession of 39 kilograms of ‘Ice’ (crystal methamphetamine) narcotics and 5 kilograms of Kerala ganja, according to Sri Lanka Police.
Harsha raises alarm over potential rate hike and economic impact
Harsha raises alarm over potential rate hike and economic impact
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) may raise interest rates by at least 50 to 100 basis points next week, equivalent to an increase of 0.5% to 1%, Samagi Jana Balawegaya Member of Parliament Harsha de Silva told Parliament today (21). MORE..
Record 274 climbers scale Mount Everest in a single day from Nepali side
Record 274 climbers scale Mount Everest in a single day from Nepali side
A record number of 274 climbers scaled Mount Everest on Wednesday, a hiking official said, the highest number ever to reach the world’s tallest peak on the same day from the Nepali side. MORE..
Subcommittee appointed to probe environmental impact of Norochcholai Power Plant
Subcommittee appointed to probe environmental impact of Norochcholai Power Plant
A subcommittee has been appointed by the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Environment, Agriculture and Resource Sustainability to investigate the environmental impact caused by the Norochcholai Lakvijaya Power Plant and to submit recommendations. MORE..
Sports Minister approves new selection committee for Sri Lanka Cricket
Sports Minister approves new selection committee for Sri Lanka Cricket
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports says that it has approved the members nominated for the new Selection Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC). MORE..
79-year-old woman found murdered, body concealed in suitcase in Seeduwa
79-year-old woman found murdered, body concealed in suitcase in Seeduwa
The body of a 79-year-old woman, who is suspected to have been gruesomely murdered, has been discovered stuffed inside a suitcase at her residence in the Seeduwa Police area. MORE..
India-Africa Forum Summit postponed in wake of Ebola virus outbreak
India-Africa Forum Summit postponed in wake of Ebola virus outbreak
The Ebola public health emergency in Africa cast its shadow on India’s diplomatic calendar with the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday (May 21, 2026) announcing postponement of the India-Africa Forum Summit-IV that was scheduled for May 28-31. MORE..
UNP raises concerns over rupee depreciation, questions govt’s economic approach
UNP raises concerns over rupee depreciation, questions govt’s economic approach
The United National Party (UNP) has raised concerns over what it described as the “uncontrolled depreciation” of the Sri Lankan rupee, questioning the government’s economic approach and warning of rising pressure on the public due to the increasing cost of living. MORE..
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..