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Powerful bomb explosion in Pakistan’s Quetta kills 24, reports say
Powerful bomb explosion in Pakistan’s Quetta kills 24, reports say
An explosion on a railway track in Pakistan’s Quetta killed at least 24 people, news outlet Al Arabiya reported on Sunday, citing officials. MORE..
Melbourne Sri Lankans pledge support for Dilith Jayaweera’s entrepreneurial vision
Melbourne Sri Lankans pledge support for Dilith Jayaweera’s entrepreneurial vision
The Sri Lankan community in Melbourne has pledged its support to the entrepreneurial vision proposed by the leader of the Sarvajana Balawegaya leader, Parliamentarian Dilith Jayaweera during a community event held in Australia. MORE..
Southwest monsoon gradually sets in; Heavy rainfall expected from Tuesday
Southwest monsoon gradually sets in; Heavy rainfall expected from Tuesday
The southwest monsoon is likely to establish over Sri Lanka around May 26 or 27, bringing increased rainfall to the southwestern parts of the island during that period, the Department of Meteorology has stated. MORE..
Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath to visit New Zealand and Australia
Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath to visit New Zealand and Australia
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, is scheduled to undertake an official visit to New Zealand and Australia from 26 May to 03 June 2026, at the invitation of the two Governments. MORE..
Provincial Council elections unlikely this year, says Tilvin Silva
Provincial Council elections unlikely this year, says Tilvin Silva
The General Secretary of the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), Tilvin Silva, says that it will not be possible to hold the Provincial Council elections this year. MORE..
Youth arrested over Rs. 8 mln gold chain thefts using stolen motorcycles
Youth arrested over Rs. 8 mln gold chain thefts using stolen motorcycles
A suspect has been arrested by the Western Province South Crimes Division for allegedly robbing gold chains worth around Rs. 8 million using stolen motorcycles. MORE..
Sri Lankan Rupee rallies most in three years, leads Asia FX – Bloomberg
Sri Lankan Rupee rallies most in three years, leads Asia FX – Bloomberg
The Sri Lankan rupee surged against the dollar, snapping a nine-day losing streak to become Asia’s best-performing currency on Friday. MORE..
22-year-old arrested for aiding and abetting shooting incident
22-year-old arrested for aiding and abetting shooting incident
A suspect accused of aiding and abetting a fatal shooting has been arrested by the Galle Divisional Crimes Investigation Bureau. MORE..
Over 28,000 people affected by adverse weather across Sri Lanka
Over 28,000 people affected by adverse weather across Sri Lanka
More than 28,000 people have been affected by the prevailing adverse weather conditions, according to the Disaster Management Centre (DMC). MORE..
Trump says Iran deal ‘largely negotiated’ including reopening Strait of Hormuz
Trump says Iran deal ‘largely negotiated’ including reopening Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump says an agreement with Iran has been “largely negotiated” and details will be announced soon. MORE..
Suspect dies after trading gunfire with officers near White House, Secret Service says
Suspect dies after trading gunfire with officers near White House, Secret Service says
Officers shot a suspect who fired at a White House checkpoint on Saturday evening, who then died after being taken to the hospital, the Secret Service said. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
South-West monsoon is gradually getting established over the island, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
‘Don’t call me dumb. Call me a brilliant tyrant dictator’: Trump
‘Don’t call me dumb. Call me a brilliant tyrant dictator’: Trump
US President Donald Trump has a qualm with critics. He said that the insult he hates most is being called “dumb”. However, he has no objection to being called a “brilliant tyrant dictator”. MORE..
Over 27,000 people affected by adverse weather across Sri Lanka
Over 27,000 people affected by adverse weather across Sri Lanka
The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) states that more than 27,000 individuals across the island have been affected by the prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..
‘Some progress made,’ says top US diplomat on Iran talks
‘Some progress made,’ says top US diplomat on Iran talks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Saturday that “some progress (was) made” in peace talks with Iran. MORE..
Police arrest suspect over Dikoya double murder
Police arrest suspect over Dikoya double murder
Police said that the suspect wanted in connection with the recent double murder of an elderly couple inside a shop located in the Dikoya Town in Hatton, has been arrested this evening (23). MORE..
US Embassy denies reports claiming ‘FBI team’ arrived in Sri Lanka
US Embassy denies reports claiming ‘FBI team’ arrived in Sri Lanka
The US Embassy in Colombo has rejected certain local media reports which claim that a “team” from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has arrived in Sri Lanka to support the investigation into the USD 2.5 million cyber fraud involving Treasury funds. MORE..
PM Harini returns after concluding official visit to UK
PM Harini returns after concluding official visit to UK
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya returned to the island on Saturday (23) after concluding a successful official visit to the United Kingdom from 18 to 22 May, the PM’s Office said. MORE..
Police uncover more details on 21 Sri Lankan suspects deported from Dubai
Police uncover more details on 21 Sri Lankan suspects deported from Dubai
Sri Lanka Police have uncovered further details regarding the 21 suspects who were brought back to the island last morning (22) following their deportation from Dubai. MORE..
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After 19-year trial, five sentenced to death over assault homicide
After 19-year trial, five sentenced to death over assault homicide
The Balapitiya High Court sentenced five accused to death after a 19-year trial, finding them guilty of assaulting and murdering an individual using poles and clubs. MORE..
Police warn public over rising online financial fraud and cybercrime incidents
Police warn public over rising online financial fraud and cybercrime incidents
Sri Lanka Police have urged the public to remain vigilant regarding financial fraud and cybercrimes committed through the internet and social media platforms. MORE..
Police seek public assistance to arrest suspect over Dikoya double murder
Police seek public assistance to arrest suspect over Dikoya double murder
Hatton Police have released CCTV footage of the suspect allegedly involved in the murder of a couple in Dikoya, Hatton, and are seeking public assistance to locate and arrest the suspect. MORE..
Trump administration to force foreigners in the US to apply for a green card abroad
Trump administration to force foreigners in the US to apply for a green card abroad
Foreigners in the U.S. who want a green card will need to leave and apply in their home country, the Trump administration announced Friday, in a surprise change to a longstanding policy that sowed confusion and concern among aid groups, immigration lawyers and immigrants. MORE..
Over 2,300 Vesak ‘Dansal’ registered islandwide so far: PHIU
Over 2,300 Vesak ‘Dansal’ registered islandwide so far: PHIU
The Public Health Inspectors’ Union (PHIU) states that a total of 2,388 ‘Dansals’ across the island have been registered so far to be held in view of the upcoming Vesak festival. MORE..
12 families evacuated as landslide reportedly reactivates in Udakalagama
12 families evacuated as landslide reportedly reactivates in Udakalagama
A landslide has been reported to have reactivated in the Udakalagama area of the Gallella Grama Niladhari Division within the Ratnapura Divisional Secretariat Division, amid the prevailing adverse weather conditions affecting the country. MORE..