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UAE partial airspace closure to remain in place till May 11
UAE partial airspace closure to remain in place till May 11
The United Arab Emirates has partially closed its airspace after Iran fired missiles and drones toward the country for the first time since the ceasefire began in early April. MORE..
No need to remove Treasury Secretary over US$2.5 million cyber heist – Cabinet Spokesman
No need to remove Treasury Secretary over US$2.5 million cyber heist – Cabinet Spokesman
There is no requirement to remove the Secretary to the Ministry of Finance, Harshana Suriyapperuma from office in connection with the reported incident involving US$2.5 million intended for external debt repayment but allegedly diverted to another party, the Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Nalinda Jayatissa has stated. MORE..
Romanian government collapses after no-confidence vote
Romanian government collapses after no-confidence vote
Romanian lawmakers toppled the pro-European government of Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan in a no-confidence vote on Tuesday, private television station Digi24 reported citing sources, putting at risk the country’s sovereign debt ratings, its access to EU funds and the stability of its currency. MORE..
Human to human hantavirus transmission suspected on cruise but risk to public low, WHO says
Human to human hantavirus transmission suspected on cruise but risk to public low, WHO says
The World Health Organization said on Tuesday that it suspects some rare human to human transmission took place between close contacts on board a luxury cruise ship hit by seven confirmed or suspected hantavirus cases. MORE..
Tourist arrivals drop by 22%
Tourist arrivals drop by 22%
The number of tourist arrivals in the month of April has declined by 22.3% in comparison to April, 2025, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows. MORE..
Low-level atmospheric disturbance likely to develop near Sri Lanka
Low-level atmospheric disturbance likely to develop near Sri Lanka
The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), along with an associated low-level atmospheric disturbance, is likely to develop in the vicinity of Sri Lanka, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
South Korea reviewing US proposal to join operation in Strait of Hormuz
South Korea reviewing US proposal to join operation in Strait of Hormuz
South Korea is evaluating whether to join US efforts to guide merchant ships through the Strait of Hormuz, the country’s foreign ministry said in a statement Tuesday. MORE..
Vietnam President’s upcoming visit carries strategic significance – Envoy
Vietnam President’s upcoming visit carries strategic significance – Envoy
Vietnamese Ambassador to Sri Lanka and Maldives Trinh Thi Tam spotlighted the outlook for Vietnam – Sri Lanka ties ahead of a May 7-8 state visit to the South Asian nation by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam. MORE..
Govt. defends appointment of Eran as Sri Lanka Cricket Interim Chairman
Govt. defends appointment of Eran as Sri Lanka Cricket Interim Chairman
Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Nalinda Jayatissa says the appointment of former Member of Parliament Eran Wickramaratne as the Chairman of the Sri Lanka Cricket Interim Committee is a correct decision. MORE..
Colombo HC issues arrest warrant for witness in case against Johnston Fernando
Colombo HC issues arrest warrant for witness in case against Johnston Fernando
The Colombo High Court has issued a warrant for the arrest of a witness in a case filed against three defendants, including former Minister Johnston Fernando. MORE..
Iran’s Foreign Minister to visit China today
Iran’s Foreign Minister to visit China today
The Foreign Minister of Iran Abbas Araghchi is set to travel to China today as part of ongoing diplomatic consultations between Tehran and Beijing, Iran’s semi-official news agency Mehr reported Tuesday. MORE..
Sri Lanka and Maldives will continue to remain close friends: President
Sri Lanka and Maldives will continue to remain close friends: President
A special state banquet hosted by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in honour of Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, who is on a state visit to Sri Lanka, was held at the President’s House in Colombo Fort. MORE..
Opposition urges Govt. to halt remarks targeting judiciary
Opposition urges Govt. to halt remarks targeting judiciary
A group of opposition Members of Parliament have called on the government to immediately cease statements aimed at the judiciary, warning that such remarks threaten judicial independence. MORE..
Cabinet nod given to ink several MoUs with Vietnam
Cabinet nod given to ink several MoUs with Vietnam
The President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Tô Lâm is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka on May 7, following an invitation extended by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
Iran’s top negotiator warns Tehran ‘not even started’ in Hormuz standoff
Iran’s top negotiator warns Tehran ‘not even started’ in Hormuz standoff
Iran’s chief negotiator in talks with the United States warned on Tuesday (May 5) that his country has “not even started” in its standoff over the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..
Russian Health Minister concludes visit to Sri Lanka
Russian Health Minister concludes visit to Sri Lanka
The Minister of Health of Russia, Mikhail Murashko and his delegation have concluded a three-day official visit to Sri Lanka. MORE..
Sri Lanka, Thailand move to strengthen defence cooperation
Sri Lanka, Thailand move to strengthen defence cooperation
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, together with the Defence Attaché, Air Commodore Vajira Jayakody, met with Air Chief Marshal Sakesan Kantha, the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Air Force, at the Royal Thai Air Force Headquarters...MORE..
M.K. Stalin resigns as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister
M.K. Stalin resigns as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister
DMK president M.K. Stalin has resigned as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. A communication in this regard was sent to Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Monday (May 4, 2026) night. 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 Central, Sabaragamuwa, Eastern, Uva, North-Central provinces and in Vavuniya, Mullaitivu districts. MORE..
Court allows CCD to record statement from ‘Dematagoda Chaminda’ over ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder
Court allows CCD to record statement from ‘Dematagoda Chaminda’ over ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (05) has granted permission to the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) to record a statement from the notorious underworld figure, Chaminda Ravi Jayanath, also known as ‘‘Dematagoda Chaminda..." MORE..
First phase of VRS compensation for ex-CEB employees by May 15 – Minister
First phase of VRS compensation for ex-CEB employees by May 15 – Minister
Minister of Ports, Civil Aviation and Energy Anura Karunathilaka said compensation for Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) employees who applied for retirement under the Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) following the dissolution of the CEB is expected to be paid in two phases. MORE..
Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena granted bail
Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena granted bail
Former SriLankan Airlines’ Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kapila Chandrasena, who was arrested in connection with an incident involving the alleged acceptance of bribes during the purchase of Airbus aircraft for the airline, has been granted bail by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Namal congratulates Vijay, calls for a more positive relationship with Sri Lanka
Namal congratulates Vijay, calls for a more positive relationship with Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser and Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa, extended his congratulations to Indian actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar on what he described as a “resounding victory” in the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls. MORE..
12-member parliamentary select committee appointed to review election laws
12-member parliamentary select committee appointed to review election laws
A 12-member Parliamentary Select Committee has been appointed to review and report on election laws, excluding provisions relating to Provincial Council elections. MORE..
Cannabis cultivation raided in Hambegamuwa; one arrested
Cannabis cultivation raided in Hambegamuwa; one arrested
Officers attached to the Hambegamuwa Police Station in Thanamalwila raided a cannabis cultivation in the Karapinchalanda area of Hambegamuwa and arrested a suspect in connection with the operation. MORE..