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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..
Police constable arrested for accepting Rs. 200,000 bribe to release drug suspect
Police constable arrested for accepting Rs. 200,000 bribe to release drug suspect
A police constable attached to the Peliyagoda Police Headquarters has been arrested by officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) over allegations of soliciting and accepting a bribe of Rs. 200,000. MORE..
Dilith Jayaweera hails Vijay and TVK’s victory in Tamil Nadu assembly polls
Dilith Jayaweera hails Vijay and TVK’s victory in Tamil Nadu assembly polls
Sarvajana Balaya leader and Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera, extended his congratulations to Indian actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar and the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party following what he described as a victory at the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Elections. MORE..
Evacuations planned as suspected hantavirus outbreak traps 150 on cruise ship off Cape Verde
Evacuations planned as suspected hantavirus outbreak traps 150 on cruise ship off Cape Verde
Medics were working on Monday (May 4) to evacuate two people with symptoms of the deadly hantavirus after a suspected outbreak on a luxury cruise ship held off West Africa carrying mostly British, American and Spanish passengers, officials said. MORE..
Joint opposition to hold public rally against govt in Matara on May 10
Joint opposition to hold public rally against govt in Matara on May 10
The next rally in a series of public rallies organised by the Joint Opposition against the incumbent government is scheduled to be held on May 10 in Matara. MORE..
13 schoolchildren injured as van plunges into precipice in Nawalapitiya
13 schoolchildren injured as van plunges into precipice in Nawalapitiya
A van transporting school children from the Kataboolawa area of Nawalapitiya to Harangala veered off the road and plunged into a precipice near the Thispane Junction in Nawalapitiya at around 7.00 a.m. today (05). MORE..
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Secret Service says it shot a man near the White House who allegedly fired toward officers
Secret Service says it shot a man near the White House who allegedly fired toward officers
The Secret Service said agents shot a man Monday near the White House who is alleged to have opened fire after he was confronted by authorities. MORE..
Three Welikada Prison guards arrested over inmate death - Police
Three Welikada Prison guards arrested over inmate death - Police
Three prison guards attached to Welikada Prison have been arrested by Sri Lanka Police following the death of an inmate yesterday who was apprehended while attempting to escape, said the Police Spokesman. MORE..
Blast at fireworks factory in China’s Hunan kills 21, Xi calls for probe, state media says
Blast at fireworks factory in China’s Hunan kills 21, Xi calls for probe, state media says
A blast at a fireworks factory in China’s Hunan province has killed 21 people and injured 61, prompting President Xi Jinping to call for a thorough investigation, state media reported on Tuesday. MORE..
New three-judge bench to hear Prageeth Ekneligoda abduction case
New three-judge bench to hear Prageeth Ekneligoda abduction case
The High Court Trial-at-Bar in Colombo has decided to recommence the long-stalled trial concerning the abduction and enforced disappearance of journalist Prageeth Ekneligoda, following a formal indictment filed by the Attorney General. MORE..
All preschools must be registered before July 1 – Minister
All preschools must be registered before July 1 – Minister
All preschools across the island must be registered before July 1 this year, according to Minister of Women and Child Affairs Saroja Savithri Paulraj. MORE..
Vijay’s TVK seeks Governor’s appointment over govt formation after big win
Vijay’s TVK seeks Governor’s appointment over govt formation after big win
Vijay’s TVK emerged as the single largest party in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections with 108 seats, but fell short of a majority. The result has triggered negotiations with Congress, PMK and other parties over support for a TVK-led government. MORE..
Iran’s assault on UAE oil hub, vessels in Hormuz lifts oil prices 6%
Iran’s assault on UAE oil hub, vessels in Hormuz lifts oil prices 6%
Oil prices surged roughly 6 percent on Monday as Iran intensified attacks on the United Arab Emirates and vessels in the Middle East Gulf over the past 24 hours, marking the most serious escalation since a U.S.-Iran ceasefire took effect in early April. MORE..
US and UAE report Iran attacks as military pushes to reopen Strait of Hormuz
US and UAE report Iran attacks as military pushes to reopen Strait of Hormuz
The US military said it fired on Iranian forces and sank six small boats targeting civilian ships as it moved to reopen the Strait of Hormuz on Monday. MORE..
37 Chinese nationals deported after detention at Welisara Centre
37 Chinese nationals deported after detention at Welisara Centre
Thirty-seven Chinese nationals including six women, who were arrested while engaging in illegal activities and detained at the Welisara Detention Centre, have been deported from Sri Lanka. MORE..
Parliament to convene today for first sitting after New Year celebrations
Parliament to convene today for first sitting after New Year celebrations
Parliament is scheduled to convene today (05) for the first time following the Sinhala and Tamil New Year holidays. MORE..
Indians vote for change in key states of West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala
Indians vote for change in key states of West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala
Assembly election results still being tallied in several states in India on May 4 reflect a strong mood for political change and signal monumental shifts in regional politics. MORE..
Trump warns Iran forces will be ‘blown off the face of the Earth’ if they target US ships
Trump warns Iran forces will be ‘blown off the face of the Earth’ if they target US ships
President Donald Trump warned [Iranian forces that they would be ‘‘blown off the face of the Earth’‘ if they attempted to target US ships in the Strait of Hormuz or Persian Gulf. MORE..