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EU supports development of Net-Zero roadmap for Sri Lanka’s textile and apparel sector

The inception workshop for the development of a Net‑Zero Roadmap for Sri Lanka’s textile and apparel sector was held on Friday at the Hilton Colombo Residences, marking the official launch of a nationally significant initiative under the European Union (EU)‑funded “Accelerating Industries’ Climate Response in Sri Lanka” (AICRSL) project. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 5:34 pm

Sri Lanka’s first national AI policy framework for higher education launched

The United States is strengthening its global leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) by partnering with Sri Lanka to help shape the country’s first national AI policy framework for higher education. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 12:24 pm

PUCSL to announce decision on special electricity tariff revision today

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) said the proposed special electricity tariff revision for the year 2026 is scheduled to be announced today (09). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 7:50 am

26-year-old arrested with over 4kg heroin and ‘Ice’ in Madiwela

A 26-year-old man has been arrested with heroin and ‘Ice’ (crystal methamphetamine) during a raid carried out by the Western Province South Crime Division in the Madiwela area. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 10:08 am

European states to send planes to evacuate citizens from hantavirus-hit cruise ship

Germany, France, Belgium, Ireland, and the Netherlands will send planes to evacuate their citizens aboard the Tenerife-bound cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak, Spain’s interior minister said in Madrid on Saturday. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 9:41 pm

Defence Secretary holds bilateral discussions with Vietnam’s Deputy PM

Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Sampath Thuyacontha engaged in a high-level diplomatic discussion with General Phan Van Giang, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence of Vietnam, and his accompanying delegation in Colombo. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 6:23 pm

Post-mortem examination of Kapila Chandrasena scheduled for today

The post-mortem examination into the death of former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, is scheduled to be conducted today (09). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 8:43 am

Heavy rainfall above 100 mm expected in parts of the island

Due to the low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka, the prevailing showery condition over the island is expected to continue during the next few days, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 6:35 am

47-year-old killed with sharp weapon in Ambalangoda

A 47-year-old resident of Balapitiya was reportedly attacked to death using a sharp weapon following an escalation of a dispute within the Ambalangoda Police Division. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 11:23 am

Udaya Gammanpila arrives at Kuliyapitiya Police to provide statement

The leader of the Pivithuru Hela Urumaya and former Member of Parliament, Udaya Gammanpila, has reportedly arrived at the Kuliyapitiya Police Station this morning (09) to provide a statement in connection with the recent death of a Treasury official. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 11:13 am

PUCSL approves 18% electricity tariff increase for consumers exceeding 180 units

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has approved an 18% increase in electricity tariffs for domestic consumers using more than 180 units per month, applicable to the second and third quarters of 2026, with effect from Monday (May 11). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 12:57 pm

Kurunegala Deputy Mayor remanded

The Deputy Mayor of the Kurunegala Municipal Council, Ashardeen Moinudeen, who was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for allegedly soliciting a bribe of Rs. 3 million from a businessman in return for awarding a tender, has been remanded until May 21. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 2:17 pm

Spill gates opened at three major reservoirs amid adverse weather

The Department of Irrigation said spill gates of the Deduru Oya Reservoir, Lunugamvehera Reservoir and Rajanganaya Reservoir were opened from this morning (09) due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions affecting the island. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 9:44 am

US imposes sanctions on companies it accuses of aiding Iran’s weapons sector

The U.S. Treasury on Friday announced sanctions against 10 individuals and companies, including several in China and Hong Kong, over accusations they aided Iran’s efforts to secure weapons and the raw materials needed to build its Shahed drones and ballistic missiles. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 7:05 am

Weather advisory issued for heavy rainfall in several areas

An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for heavy rainfall in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, North-Central, Northern provinces and in Galle, Matara, and Kurunegala districts. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 2:26 pm

Trump says Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a 3-day ceasefire and a prisoner swap

President Donald Trump said Friday that the leaders of Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners, adding that such a halt to hostilities could be the “beginning of the end” of the long war between them. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 7:55 am

Advisory issued for severe lightning

An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern, Uva, North-Western, Northern, North-Central provinces and in Trincomalee district. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 1:36 pm

WHO reports six confirmed hantavirus cases tied to Spain-bound cruise

The World Health Organization said on Friday that eight people had fallen ill, including three who died, in a hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship, with six confirmed cases and two probable cases. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 6:52 am

Low-pressure area likely to form near Sri Lanka on May 11

The Department of Meteorology says that the low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka is likely to develop into a low-pressure area around the 11th of May. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 6:32 pm

President directs officials to expedite projects addressing public drinking water issues

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed officials to promptly identify and commence the projects required to resolve the drinking water issues that have become a major concern for the public. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 8:20 am

US, Iran no closer to ending war as Tehran’s response awaited

A state of relative calm prevailed around the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, after days of sporadic flare-ups, as the United States waited for Iran’s response to its latest proposals to end more than two months of fighting and begin peace talks. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 8:04 pm

CCD takes over probe into Kapila Chandrasena’s death

The investigation into the death of former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, has been handed over to the Colombo Crime Division (CCD). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 4:57 pm

Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals surpass 900,000 so far this year

The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) reports that more than 900,000 tourists have visited Sri Lanka so far this year. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 9:58 am

TikTok scales back AI-generated video descriptions after absurd errors

TikTok has rowed back on an AI feature which incorrectly summarised some videos on the platform, including claiming a celebrity was fruit. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 11:15 am

Vijay appointed Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, to take oath tomorrow

Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar on Saturday appointed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader C Joseph Vijay as the new Chief Minister of the state and asked him to prove his majority in the state assembly before May 13. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 10:11 pm

18% electricity tariff hike on consumers exceeding 180 units is ‘extortion’ - Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa claims that the government’s decision to increase electricity tariffs is a way of placing the burden of importing substandard coal on the shoulders of electricity consumers in the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 6:49 pm

Water supply suspended in several areas including Kaduwela

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) says a sudden breakdown has occurred in the main water supply line carrying water from Ambathale to the Kaduwela area. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 8:47 pm

ACMC suspends party membership of Kurunegala Deputy Mayor arrested over bribe

The party membership of the Deputy Mayor of the Kurunegala Municipal Council, Ashardeen Moinudeen, who was arrested on bribery charges, has been suspended with immediate effect. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 9:46 am

No fertilizer shortage for Yala Season - Minister Lal Kantha

Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation, K. D. Lal Kantha, has confirmed that there will be no shortage of fertilizer for any crops during the ongoing Yala season. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 10:45 am

Sri Lanka must shape AI future through ethics, policy and inclusive governance – PM

Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya emphasised that Sri Lanka must shape the future of artificial intelligence through policy, ethics, and inclusive governance, rather than simply adapt to it. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 10:26 pm

Fire breaks out at Jaffna Teaching Hospital

A sudden fire has reportedly broken out at the Jaffna Teaching Hospital during the early hours of today (09). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 8:23 am

Iran accuses US of ‘reckless military adventure’

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has accused the US of opting for a “reckless military adventure” every time a “diplomatic solution is on the table”. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 6:43 am

Discussions held on establishing national mechanism to prevent drowning incidents

A preliminary high-level discussion on the formulation of an integrated national mechanism to prevent drowning incidents and strengthen lifesaving efforts was held recently at the Parliament Complex. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 11:00 am

US and Iran exchange fire, but Trump says ceasefire still in effect

The United States and Iran exchanged fire on Thursday in the most serious test yet of their month-long ceasefire, but Iran said the situation returned to normal while the U.S. said it did not want to escalate. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 6:24 am

US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz

The US military said it intercepted Iranian attacks Thursday on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and “targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking US forces,” highlighting the fragility of the month-old ceasefire between the two countries. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 7:18 am

Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship not start of pandemic, UN health agency says

An outbreak of hantavirus on board a cruise ship is not the start of a pandemic, the UN health agency has said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 6:54 am

Sri Lanka and Vietnam sign five MoUs during state visit of President To Lam

Following the official state ceremony held to welcome the President of Vietnam, To Lam, who is currently undertaking a two-day official visit to Sri Lanka, several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed between the two countries. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 10:35 am

Sri Lanka and Vietnam aim for $ 1B trade by 2030, direct flights to begin this year

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that Vietnam Airlines will commence direct flights between Sri Lanka and Vietnam within this year. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 12:11 pm

Trump sets July 4 deadline for EU to comply with trade deal or face ‘much higher’ tariffs

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday he would give the European Union until July 4 to implement trade deal commitments before he raises tariffs on EU goods including cars to “much higher levels.” MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 7:44 am

Seven suspects arrested over drug network linked to ‘Dubai Sudda’

Bandaragama Police have arrested seven suspects, including the alleged key distributor linked to the drug trafficking network of the notorious large-scale drug trafficker known as ‘Dubai Sudda’, following a raid conducted at a suspected drug packaging location. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 1:45 pm

Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena found dead - Police

Former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, was found dead at a residence in Colpetty, according to Police. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 8:56 am

Vietnam donates 100MT of fertiliser to Sri Lanka

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that the Government of Vietnam has donated 100 metric tons of urea and superphosphate fertiliser to Sri Lanka. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 12:29 pm

Vietnam President To Lam addresses Sri Lanka’s Parliament

President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, To Lam, who arrived in Sri Lanka on a two-day official visit, is currently addressing the Parliament of Sri Lanka. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 11:42 am

Heavy rainfall above 100 mm expected in parts of the island

Due to the low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka, the prevailing showery condition over the island is expected to continue during the next few days, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 6:12 am

US-proposed Iran resolution at UN faces likely vetoes from China, Russia

The US on Thursday urged countries to support its United Nations resolution demanding Iran halt attacks and mining of the Strait of Hormuz, but diplomats said China and Russia are likely to veto it. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 7:34 am

Rajangane Saddharathana arrested over social media threats against Minister and IGP

Rajangane Saddharathana, a person in robes, has been arrested by the Central Crimes Investigation Bureau (CCIB) over allegations of issuing threats through social media against Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala and Inspector General of Police (IGP) Priyantha Weerasuriya, said Police. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 9:20 am

Vietnamese President To Lam receives official state welcome; Set to address parliament today

The official state reception ceremony for President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam To Lam, who arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday (07) on a two-day official visit, is currently being held today (08). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 8:47 am

Special medical team to probe fever cases among schoolchildren in Deniyaya

A special team of experts from the Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health is scheduled to visit Deniyaya to investigate the rapid spread of fever among schoolchildren in the area, according to District Director of Health Services Sumith Manatunga. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 9:45 am

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