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Showers expected in several areas today
Showers expected in several areas today
Showers will occur at times in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Nuwara-Eliya, Kandy, Galle and Matara districts. Several spells of showers may occur in the North-western province. MORE..
US strikes on Iran did not destroy nuclear sites: Report
US strikes on Iran did not destroy nuclear sites: Report
An early U.S. intelligence assessment indicated that the U.S. military strikes on three of Iran’s nuclear facilities last week did not destroy the core components of Tehran’s nuclear program and likely only set it back by months, CNN reported on Tuesday, citing three people briefed on it. MORE..
‘Praja Shakthi’ national programme to launch under President’s patronage
‘Praja Shakthi’ national programme to launch under President’s patronage
The ‘Praja Shakthi’ National Programme, initiated by the current government with the aim of empowering communities and ensuring the equitable distribution of economic benefits, is scheduled to be launched on July 4 at the Temple Trees under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
Iran President says will respect ceasefire if Israel does
Iran President says will respect ceasefire if Israel does
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tuesday that it will respect a ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump provided that Israel also upholds its terms. MORE..
Fresh explosions in Iran; Israel says air force destroyed radar installation near Tehran
Fresh explosions in Iran; Israel says air force destroyed radar installation near Tehran
Israel-Iran War: Sounds of fresh explosions were heard coming from the northern part of Iran, with Israel confirming that it had struck a radar installation near Tehran. MORE..
CID investigating ex-President Ranil’s overseas trips
CID investigating ex-President Ranil’s overseas trips
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) informed the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court today (24) that it has launched an investigation into the overseas trips made by former President Ranil Wickremesinghe during his tenure as president. MORE..
Shooting incident reported in Borella
Shooting incident reported in Borella
A shooting incident has been reported at Wanathamulla in Borella, a short while ago. MORE..
Special traffic plan in Colombo for Bohra Conference
Special traffic plan in Colombo for Bohra Conference
The Global Bohra Conference and Spiritual Convention, which will be held under the patronage of the spiritual leader of the Dawoodi Bohra community, is scheduled to take place tomorrow (25) at the Sri Lanka Exhibition and Convention Centre (SLECC) on D. R. Wijewardena Mawatha in Colombo Fort. MORE..
President’s Secretary stresses need for broad policy to tackle banking sector challenges
President’s Secretary stresses need for broad policy to tackle banking sector challenges
A meeting between Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake and the Bank of Ceylon (BoC) Employee’s Union was held this morning (24) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Facebook scam misusing Dehiwala Zoo’s name; CID requested to investigate
Facebook scam misusing Dehiwala Zoo’s name; CID requested to investigate
The Dehiwala Zoological Gardens in Sri Lanka has submitted a formal letter to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) regarding a fake social media account misusing its name and allegedly engaged in fraudulent activities. MORE..
Trump says both sides violate ceasefire, tells Israel: ‘Do not drop those bombs’
Trump says both sides violate ceasefire, tells Israel: ‘Do not drop those bombs’
U.S. President Donald Trump accused both Israel and Iran of violating a ceasefire on Tuesday hours after he announced it, expressing particular frustration with Israel which had announced plans for major new strikes on Tehran. MORE..
World leaders gather for historic NATO summit with unity on the line
World leaders gather for historic NATO summit with unity on the line
World leaders were gathering in the Netherlands on Tuesday for the start of a historic two-day NATO summit that could unite the world’s biggest security organization around a new defense spending pledge or widen divisions among the 32 allies. MORE..
New chairpersons for four state institutions including DLB approved
New chairpersons for four state institutions including DLB approved
The Committee on High Posts has recently approved the appointment of Chairpersons of four state institutions, including the Chairman of the Development Lotteries Board (DLB). MORE..
Over 200 foreigners rescued from scam centres still stranded along Thai-Myanmar border
Over 200 foreigners rescued from scam centres still stranded along Thai-Myanmar border
More than 200 foreign nationals rescued from scam centres in eastern Myanmar remain stranded along the war-torn country’s border with Thailand, according to a local rebel group overseeing their repatriation. MORE..
Iran denies firing missile at Israel
Iran denies firing missile at Israel
Iranian state media has responded to Israel’s accusations, saying Iran denies reports that it fired a missile at Israel after the ceasefire began. MORE..
NPP secures power in 200 local government bodies
NPP secures power in 200 local government bodies
The National People’s Power (NPP) has succeeded in securing power in 200 local government bodies across the country. MORE..
Israeli defence minister orders attacks on Iran after ceasefire ‘violation’
Israeli defence minister orders attacks on Iran after ceasefire ‘violation’
Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz has just issued a statement, saying he has ordered the Israel Defense Forces to “respond forcefully to Iran’s violation of the ceasefire with intense strikes against regime targets in the heart of Tehran”. MORE..
Thailand blocks tourists from entering Cambodia as their border tensions soar
Thailand blocks tourists from entering Cambodia as their border tensions soar
Thailand began imposing land border restrictions Monday including blocking tourists heading into Cambodia as the two countries engage in retaliation in their border dispute. MORE..
SJB secures power in Gampola UC and Bentota PS, chaos in Bandaragama
SJB secures power in Gampola UC and Bentota PS, chaos in Bandaragama
The establishment of power in several local government institutions where no party had a clear majority following the 2025 Local Government election took place today (24). MORE..
Iran-Israel ceasefire: IDF claims truce breached as missiles launched from Iran
Iran-Israel ceasefire: IDF claims truce breached as missiles launched from Iran
Israel is reporting a fresh round of missiles has been fired from Iran. MORE..
European citizen detained in Iran on espionage charges
European citizen detained in Iran on espionage charges
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps in Iran has detained a European national on allegations of espionage, according to reports from Iranian state media. MORE..
Opposition party heads Lapid, Golan call for end to fighting after announcement of Iran ceasefire
Opposition party heads Lapid, Golan call for end to fighting after announcement of Iran ceasefire
Opposition Leader Yair Lapid and The Democrats chairman Yair Golan both call for an end to fighting in Gaza, following US President Donald Trump’s announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Iran. MORE..
We will not fail the people of Sri Lanka despite Israel-Iran conflict – Cabinet Minister
We will not fail the people of Sri Lanka despite Israel-Iran conflict – Cabinet Minister
Unlike previous administrations, the present government will not fail the people of Sri Lanka despite the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran, the Minister of Plantation and Community Infrastructure, Samantha Viddyarathna stated. MORE..
Sri Lanka will maintain constructive dialogue with UN on human rights issues: FM
Sri Lanka will maintain constructive dialogue with UN on human rights issues: FM
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Tourism and Foreign Employment, Vijitha Herath has reaffirmed the government of Sri Lanka’s commitment to maintaining a constructive and cooperative dialogue with the United Nations on human rights issues. MORE..
Benjamin Netanyahu confirms Israel has agreed to ceasefire with Iran
Benjamin Netanyahu confirms Israel has agreed to ceasefire with Iran
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed his government has agreed to a ceasefire with Iran. MORE..