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Israel’s defense minister says his country has attacked Iran and declares a state of emergency
Israel’s defense minister says his country has attacked Iran and declares a state of emergency
Israel launched an attack on Iran on Saturday, with the country’s defense minister declaring a state of emergency across the country. MORE..
Three arrested with narcotic pills worth Rs. 3 million in Panadura
Three arrested with narcotic pills worth Rs. 3 million in Panadura
Three persons, including a married couple, have been arrested in connection with the possession of a stock of narcotic pills worth Rs. 3 million, the Panadura South Police Headquarters said. MORE..
At least 15 killed after military plane carrying banknotes crashes in Bolivia
At least 15 killed after military plane carrying banknotes crashes in Bolivia
At least 15 people have been killed and others injured after a Bolivian air force cargo plane crashed in the western city of El Alto, the country’s authorities say. MORE..
Sri Lanka apparel exports to US, EU fall in January, UK holds steady
Sri Lanka apparel exports to US, EU fall in January, UK holds steady
According to data released by the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF), total exports during the month reached $425.44m compared with $437.07m in January 2025. MORE..
Suspect wanted over double murder arrested at BIA upon return from Qatar
Suspect wanted over double murder arrested at BIA upon return from Qatar
A suspect wanted in connection with a double murder committed by shooting has been arrested upon his return to Sri Lanka from overseas. MORE..
New shipment of LP gas arrives; stocks to be released to market today - Laugfs
New shipment of LP gas arrives; stocks to be released to market today - Laugfs
Laugfs Gas PLC has announced that a vessel carrying a new shipment of LP gas arrived in the country today (28). MORE..
Sri Lankan-born baker wins ‘best traditional baguette’ prize in Paris
Sri Lankan-born baker wins ‘best traditional baguette’ prize in Paris
Sithamparappillai Jegatheepan, a 43-year-old Sri Lankan-born baker at Fournil Didot in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, has won the Grand Prix for the Parisian Traditional Baguette 2026, a prestigious award presented among 143 competing baguettes. MORE..
Sanath Jayasuriya to step down as Sri Lanka’s Head Coach?
Sanath Jayasuriya to step down as Sri Lanka’s Head Coach?
Sanath Jayasuriya will step down as Head Coach of the Sri Lanka national cricket team following today’s Super Eight match against the Pakistan at the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, sources told Ada Derana. MORE..
4 arrested with narcotics worth over Rs. 500M, ammunition in Ahungalla and Ambalangoda raids
4 arrested with narcotics worth over Rs. 500M, ammunition in Ahungalla and Ambalangoda raids
Four suspects, including a woman, were arrested by police last evening (27) while in possession of a large haul of “Ice” (crystal methamphetamine) and heroin valued at over Rs. 500 million and ammunition. MORE..
US allows staff to leave Israel as Iran tensions soar
US allows staff to leave Israel as Iran tensions soar
US President Trump has threatened to attack Iran if it doesn’t agree to a new deal on its nuclear program by early March. Meanwhile, the UN’s nuclear watchdog has urged Tehran to allow inspections at its nuclear sites. MORE..
Two arrested for aiding and abetting Jinthupitiya shooting
Two arrested for aiding and abetting Jinthupitiya shooting
A male and a female suspect have been arrested for allegedly aiding and abetting the fatal shooting of a person and the injuring of four others inside a barbershop (salon) in the Jinthupitiya area. MORE..
Milan tram derails and slams into a building, killing two people
Milan tram derails and slams into a building, killing two people
A tram derailed Friday and slammed into a building in the heart of Milan, killing two people and injuring more than two-dozen others, officials said. MORE..
Bill Clinton to lawmakers investigating Epstein: ‘I saw nothing’
Bill Clinton to lawmakers investigating Epstein: ‘I saw nothing’
Bill Clinton told lawmakers on Friday that he “saw nothing that gave me pause” when he spent time with Jeffrey Epstein, as the former president gave closed-door testimony about his relationship with the late sex offender. MORE..
Mainly fair weather expected in most parts of the island
Mainly fair weather expected in most parts of the island
Showers or thundershowers are likely at a few places in Kaluthara, Rathnapura, Galle and Matara districts after 2.00 p.m., the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
90-day detention order to question ex-intelligence chief Suresh Sallay
90-day detention order to question ex-intelligence chief Suresh Sallay
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has obtained a 90-day detention order to question former state intelligence chief Major General (Retd) Suresh Sallay, the police said. MORE..
Afghan Taliban open to talks after Pakistan bombs Kabul, Kandahar
Afghan Taliban open to talks after Pakistan bombs Kabul, Kandahar
Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers said on Friday they were willing to negotiate after Pakistan bombed its forces in major cities and dozens of troops were killed in the most serious clashes between the allies-turned-foes. MORE..
Govt must reveal mastermind behind substandard coal fraud – Sajith
Govt must reveal mastermind behind substandard coal fraud – Sajith
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa says the government must reveal the truth to the country regarding the alleged mastermind behind the substandard coal fraud. MORE..
90-day detention order obtained for second gunman arrested over Akuregoda double murder
90-day detention order obtained for second gunman arrested over Akuregoda double murder
A 90-day detention order has been obtained by police to further interrogate the second gunman arrested in connection with the double murder in Akuregoda, Thalangama. MORE..
President attends almsgiving ceremony in memory of cyclone victims in Nelummala Village
President attends almsgiving ceremony in memory of cyclone victims in Nelummala Village
A three-month memorial almsgiving ceremony was held today (27) at Pamunupura, Batamulla, in remembrance of those who lost their lives due to the landslide that affected over five kilometres in Nelummala village, Minipe Divisional Secretariat Division in the Kandy District. MORE..
India hands over 214-tonne Bailey Bridges consignment to Sri Lanka
India hands over 214-tonne Bailey Bridges consignment to Sri Lanka
The First Secretary (Economic & Commercial) at the High Commission of India in Colombo today handed over a 214-tonne consignment of Bailey Bridge components to the Chairman of the Road Development Authority (RDA) and officials of the Disaster Management Center (DMC). MORE..
Mervyn Silva and Prasanna Ranaweera served indictments
Mervyn Silva and Prasanna Ranaweera served indictments
The Gampaha High Court has formally served indictments on a group of defendants, including former Minister Mervyn Silva and former state minister Prasanna Ranaweera, in connection with an alleged land fraud case. MORE..
Underworld figure ‘Commando Salinda’ remanded
Underworld figure ‘Commando Salinda’ remanded
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered that the high-profile organised crime suspect known as “Commando Salinda,” who was previously held in the custody of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), be remanded until March 12. MORE..
Court issues 7-day detention order on ‘Podi Lassie’
Court issues 7-day detention order on ‘Podi Lassie’
The Baddegama Magistrate’s Court has granted permission for the Galle Police Crime Division to detain and question for seven days the underworld figure Janith Madushanka, alias ‘Podi Lassie,’ who was brought back to Sri Lanka this morning (27) following his arrest in India. MORE..
Colombo’s inflation drops to 1.6% in February 2026
Colombo’s inflation drops to 1.6% in February 2026
The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on a year-on-year (Y-o-Y) basis, decreased to 1.6% in February 2026, compared to 2.3% in January 2026. MORE..
Sri Lanka marks three months since devastating Cyclone ‘Ditwah’
Sri Lanka marks three months since devastating Cyclone ‘Ditwah’
Today (27) marks three months since Cyclone Ditwah, considered one of the most devastating cyclonic storms to impact Sri Lanka, caused widespread destruction across the island. MORE..
| February 27, 2026 3:02 pm