Fairly heavy rainfall expected in some parts of the islandShowers will occur at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-Western provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Galle and Matara districts today (26), the Department of Meteorology said. 2m agoPresident calls for equality, justice and social harmony in Milad-un-Nabi messagePresident Anura Kumara Dissanayake has called on Muslims in Sri Lanka and around the world to draw inspiration from the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad as they commemorate Milad-un-Nabi, emphasising equality, social justice, compassion and peaceful coexistence.55m agoMuslims in Sri Lanka observe Milad-un-Nabi todayMuslims across Sri Lanka are observing Milad-un-Nabi today (25), commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad and reflecting on his teachings and values. 1h agoMuslims in Sri Lanka observe Milad-un-Nabi todayMuslims across Sri Lanka are observing Milad-un-Nabi today (25), commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad and reflecting on his teachings and values. 1h agoIran vows retaliation after U.S. widens sanctions, fueling fears of escalated warIran has vowed to retaliate against to widened U.S. sanctions, saying Washington should “expect an attack” in response to the measures.8h agoIran vows retaliation after U.S. widens sanctions, fueling fears of escalated warIran has vowed to retaliate against to widened U.S. sanctions, saying Washington should “expect an attack” in response to the measures.8h agoSri Lanka records nearly 1.5 million tourist arrivals so far in 2026A total of 155,331 tourists have arrived in Sri Lanka during the first 23 days of August, according to the latest figures released by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA).8h agoSri Lanka records nearly 1.5 million tourist arrivals so far in 2026A total of 155,331 tourists have arrived in Sri Lanka during the first 23 days of August, according to the latest figures released by the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA).8h agoJetstar launches low-fare flights between Melbourne and ColomboAustralian low-cost airline Jetstar has launched a new low-fare service between Australia and Sri Lanka, with its inaugural flight arriving at the Bandaranaike International Airport from Melbourne today (25).8h agoJetstar launches low-fare flights between Melbourne and ColomboAustralian low-cost airline Jetstar has launched a new low-fare service between Australia and Sri Lanka, with its inaugural flight arriving at the Bandaranaike International Airport from Melbourne today (25).8h agoCanada announces US$20 billion retaliatory tariffs on US goodsCanada on Tuesday (Aug 25) announced retaliatory tariffs on C$27.6 billion (US$19.94 billion) worth of United States goods, matching dollar-for-dollar new duties imposed by Washington.9h agoCanada announces US$20 billion retaliatory tariffs on US goodsCanada on Tuesday (Aug 25) announced retaliatory tariffs on C$27.6 billion (US$19.94 billion) worth of United States goods, matching dollar-for-dollar new duties imposed by Washington.9h agoUnity essential to rebuild Sri Lanka, says Public Administration Minister Minister Chandana Abayarathna has called on all communities to unite, regardless of religious differences, to overcome the challenges facing Sri Lanka, as reconstruction work on disaster-damaged infrastructure began in Anamaduwa, Puttalam today (24). 10h agoUnity essential to rebuild Sri Lanka, says Public Administration Minister Minister Chandana Abayarathna has called on all communities to unite, regardless of religious differences, to overcome the challenges facing Sri Lanka, as reconstruction work on disaster-damaged infrastructure began in Anamaduwa, Puttalam today (24). 10h agoSLFP Women’s Wing files petition challenging 22nd AmendmentThe Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Women’s Wing has filed a petition before the Supreme Court seeking a constitutional determination on the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution.10h agoSLFP Women’s Wing files petition challenging 22nd AmendmentThe Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Women’s Wing has filed a petition before the Supreme Court seeking a constitutional determination on the proposed 22nd Amendment to the Constitution.10h agoThird Randoli Perahera of Kandy Esala Festival parades the streets The third Randoli Perahera of the Kandy Esala Maha Perahera Festival is currently making its way through the streets of Kandy.10h agoThird Randoli Perahera of Kandy Esala Festival parades the streets The third Randoli Perahera of the Kandy Esala Maha Perahera Festival is currently making its way through the streets of Kandy.10h agoUS removes Syria from list of state sponsors of terrorismThe US has removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism after 47 years, lifting what it said was the "final major barriers" for private sector investment in the country and its reintegration into the global economy.11h agoUS removes Syria from list of state sponsors of terrorismThe US has removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism after 47 years, lifting what it said was the "final major barriers" for private sector investment in the country and its reintegration into the global economy.11h agoGovt. assesses El Niño impact on essential food supplies and pricesThe government held a special discussion today (25) to assess the potential impact of the global El Niño phenomenon on the supply and prices of essential food commodities in Sri Lanka and to strengthen preparations to address any disruptions.11h agoGovt. assesses El Niño impact on essential food supplies and pricesThe government held a special discussion today (25) to assess the potential impact of the global El Niño phenomenon on the supply and prices of essential food commodities in Sri Lanka and to strengthen preparations to address any disruptions.11h ago11 new Ambassadors, High Commissioners present credentials to PresidentEleven newly appointed ambassadors and high commissioners from across the world presented their credentials to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today (25) at the Presidential Secretariat.11h ago11 new Ambassadors, High Commissioners present credentials to PresidentEleven newly appointed ambassadors and high commissioners from across the world presented their credentials to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today (25) at the Presidential Secretariat.11h agoNEWS ALERTMP Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi files petition supporting 22nd Amendment BillA petition has been filed before the Supreme Court in support of the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution Bill presented to Parliament by the government.12h agoNEWS ALERTMP Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi files petition supporting 22nd Amendment BillA petition has been filed before the Supreme Court in support of the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution Bill presented to Parliament by the government.12h agoMannar Basin petroleum exploration licensing round officially launchedSri Lanka has officially launched this year’s petroleum exploration licensing round for the Mannar Basin, with the launch ceremony held today (25) at the headquarters of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation.12h agoMannar Basin petroleum exploration licensing round officially launchedSri Lanka has officially launched this year’s petroleum exploration licensing round for the Mannar Basin, with the launch ceremony held today (25) at the headquarters of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation.12h agoCourt orders further probe into alleged US$6.7 million fertilizer import lossThe Bribery Commission has informed court that investigations are continuing into the alleged loss of more than USD 6.7 million to the government over the importation of substandard organic fertilizer during the administration of former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.12h agoCourt orders further probe into alleged US$6.7 million fertilizer import lossThe Bribery Commission has informed court that investigations are continuing into the alleged loss of more than USD 6.7 million to the government over the importation of substandard organic fertilizer during the administration of former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa.12h agoSpecial traffic plan announced for Fourth Randoli Perahera in KandySri Lanka Police have announced a special security and traffic plan for the fourth Randoli Perahera of the historic Kandy Esala Perahera, which will be held tomorrow (26).13h agoSpecial traffic plan announced for Fourth Randoli Perahera in KandySri Lanka Police have announced a special security and traffic plan for the fourth Randoli Perahera of the historic Kandy Esala Perahera, which will be held tomorrow (26).13h agoUS set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials sayThe Trump administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States. 13h agoUS set for largest mass visa revocation in history targeting up to 200,000 foreigners, officials sayThe Trump administration is preparing to revoke the business and tourism visas of up to 200,000 foreigners who have applied for or are currently seeking asylum status in the United States. 13h agoTraining aircraft involved in accident while landing at Ratmalana AirportA training aircraft was involved in an accident while landing at the Ratmalana Airport today (25).13h agoTraining aircraft involved in accident while landing at Ratmalana AirportA training aircraft was involved in an accident while landing at the Ratmalana Airport today (25).13h agoSuresh Sallay’s PTA Detention Challenge: Court to announce order on October 7The Court of Appeal will announce on October 7 whether notices should be issued on the intervening petitions filed in connection with a petition submitted by former Director of the State Intelligence Service (SIS) Major General (Retd.) Suresh Sallay.13h agoSuresh Sallay’s PTA Detention Challenge: Court to announce order on October 7The Court of Appeal will announce on October 7 whether notices should be issued on the intervening petitions filed in connection with a petition submitted by former Director of the State Intelligence Service (SIS) Major General (Retd.) Suresh Sallay.13h ago
