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Donald Trump begins trip to China amid Iran war impasse

U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday began his highly anticipated trip to China, saying it will be “very exciting,” with the rest of the world particularly eyeing whether anything dramatic on the Iran war or Taiwan will come out of his talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 7:43 am

India’s Congress leader Sonia Gandhi hospitalised

India’s Congress leader Sonia Gandhi was admitted to Medanta Hospital in Gurugram on Wednesday, reported IANS. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 11:23 am

Landslide reported in Maha Aragama, Wellawaya

A landslide has been reported in the Maha Aragama Ulkanda region with the Wellawaya Divisional Secretariat, following continuous adverse weather conditions. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 9:48 am

NBRO urges vigilance over landslide risks amid heavy rainfall

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) states that due to the heavy rainfall currently affecting the island, residents living in mountainous and landslide-prone areas must remain highly vigilant regarding early warning signs of landslides. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 9:36 am

Level 2 landslide warnings issued to several areas in five districts

Level 2 landslide warnings have been issued to several areas of five districts owing to the prevailing heavy rainfall conditions across the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:32 am

Five students injured in sharp-weapon attack by fellow student

A student of a leading government school in Eppawala has allegedly attacked five other students with a sharp weapon. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 12:04 pm

New initiative introduced to support farmers amid rising input costs

A special program aimed at educating farmers on alternative practices in response to rising costs of fuel, fertiliser, and other agricultural inputs is scheduled to commence tomorrow (14). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 2:10 pm

Advisory issued for heavy rains above 200 mm in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces

An ‘Amber’ Advisory for heavy rains has been issued for the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the Puttalam, Galle and Matara districts today. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 6:36 am

CBSL, Finance Ministry working to prevent repeat of USD 2.5 million fraud – Governor

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) and the Ministry of Finance are working closely to strengthen systems and prevent a recurrence of the incident involving the alleged fraudulent transfer of USD 2.5 million belonging to the Finance Ministry, CBSL Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 1:00 pm

Officials instructed to prioritise public needs when launching development projects

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya instructed officials to implement development projects by taking into account the practical needs of the people. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 9:12 am

Kesbewa records 204mm of rainfall in 22 hours

The highest rainfall recorded during the past 22 hours was reported from Kesbewa, with 204 millimetres of rain, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 7:24 am

Iran says US must accept its peace plan or face ‘failure’

Iran’s chief negotiator said Tuesday (May 12) that Washington must accept Tehran’s latest peace plan or face failure, after US President Donald Trump warned the truce in the Middle East war was on the brink of collapse. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 5:19 am

Red warning issued for heavy rains in several areas

A red warning for heavy rains in several areas of the country has been issued by the Department of Meteorology. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:17 am

Donald Trump posts graphic of Venezuela as 51st US state

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday (May 12) posted a map graphic on his Truth Social platform depicting Venezuela with an inset American flag and the label “51st State”. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 6:21 am

68 filariasis cases reported in Sri Lanka last year

A total of 68 cases of filariasis were identified in Sri Lanka during the past year, the Anti Filariasis Campaign stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 11:41 am

UGC removes Sabaragamuwa University Vice Chancellor from post

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has decided to remove Professor Sunil Shantha from his position as Vice Chancellor of the Sabaragamuwa University of Sri Lanka. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 8:10 am

Three further remanded over alleged bail fraud in relation to Kapila Chandrasena’s case

Two suspects accused of arranging two fake sureties to secure bail for former Chief Executive Officer of SriLankan Airlines Kapila Chandrasena, who recently died under mysterious circumstances, have been further remanded. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 11:18 am

One dead, over 60 families affected by adverse weather

An individual has died while 62 families in four districts have been affected by prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 11:45 am

33 reservoirs at spill level, says Irrigation Dept.

A total of 16 major reservoirs and 17 medium-scale reservoirs under the management of the Department of Irrigation are currently spilling following heavy rains recorded across several parts of the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 6:55 am

Holiday declared for selected grades of Telijjawila Royal College due to heavy rainfall

A holiday has been declared today (13) for selected grades of the Telijjawila Royal College, due to the risk of landslides and slope failures caused by heavy rainfall in the Matara District. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:51 am

Heavy showers above 100 mm predicted due to low pressure area near Sri Lanka

The low pressure area located northeast of Sri Lanka is likely to move northwards during the next few days, the Department of Meteorology has highlighted. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 5:31 am

Harsha says he will not leave centre-right political camp

Samagi Jana Balawegaya Member of Parliament Harsha de Silva has dismissed speculation over his political future, stating that he has no intention of leaving the centre-right political camp and reaffirming his commitment to building a developed Sri Lanka. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 5:58 am

RDA urges motorists to exercise caution on expressways

The Road Development Authority (RDA) has urged motorists travelling on expressways to pay close attention to warning messages displayed on electronic signboards due to prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:13 am

Dense fog disrupts traffic on Talawakelle–Nuwara Eliya road

Heavy rain accompanied by dense fog has been reported since early this morning (13) along the Talawakelle–Nuwara Eliya main road, affecting visibility and disrupting traffic movement in the area. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 9:38 am

India raises gold and silver tariffs to 15% to curb imports, support rupee

India has raised import tariffs on gold and silver to 15% from 6%, government orders said on Wednesday, as part of efforts to curb overseas purchases of the metals and ease pressure on the country’s foreign exchange reserves. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 8:56 am

Vijay wins Tamil Nadu trust vote with 144 MLAs voting in favour; DMK walks out

Chief Minister Vijay on Wednesday comfortably won the trust vote in the 234-member Tamil Nadu Assembly, with 144 MLAs backing his government against the majority mark of 118. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 11:56 am

Duo arrested over attempted abduction using toy pistol

Two relatives have been arrested for allegedly attempting to abduct a young woman after threatening her with a pistol later identified as a toy firearm, Sri Lanka Police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 1:25 pm

New pension scheme proposed for tea estate and factory employees

The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board has announced plans to introduce a new pension scheme for workers engaged in the tea industry and related sectors. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:01 am

Jacqueline Fernandez withdraws petition to turn approver in ED case

Bollywood actor Jacqueline Fernandez on Tuesday withdrew her plea seeking to turn approver in a Rs 200 crore (INR 2 billion) money laundering case involving alleged conman Sukesh Chandrashekar. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 12:37 pm

School transport bus and SLTB bus collide in Dikwella

An accident has been reported on the Colombo–Kataragama main road in Dikwella, close to the Polgahamullla private garment factory, after a collision between a school transport bus and a Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) bus. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 13, 2026 10:41 am

Modi urges Indians to WFH and limit foreign travel as Iran war continues

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has appealed to Indians to revive working from home, buy less gold and limit foreign travel to deal with a surge in global energy prices because of the continuing crisis in the Middle East. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 1:09 pm

US says 18 passengers flown back after hantavirus outbreak on ship

US Department of Health and Human Services officials said on Monday that 18 passengers from the luxury cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak were flown back to the U.S. and quarantined, with the one passenger who tested positive in a Nebraska biocontainment unit. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 6:29 am

Mahinda Rajapaksa leaves Bribery Commission after recording statement

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has left the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) a short while ago after recording a statement for over two hours. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 11:54 am

16 major and 10 medium reservoirs spilling amid heavy rainfall across Sri Lanka

A total of 16 major reservoirs and 10 medium-sized reservoirs managed by the Department of Irrigation are currently spilling due to the prevailing heavy rainfall across the country, according to Director of Irrigation (Water Management) Eng. H.M.P.S.D. Herath. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 10:15 am

TikTok launches £3.99 subscription for no ads in UK

TikTok is introducing a subscription charge for UK users who do not want to see adverts on the platform. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 11:26 am

One injured as shooting incident reported in Galle

A shooting incident was reported this morning (12) in the Dickson Junction area of Dangendara, Galle. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 8:13 am

US issues new sanctions over Iran’s oil shipments to China

The U.S. government on Monday announced sanctions against three people and nine companies, including four based in Hong Kong and four in the United Arab Emirates, for aiding Iran’s shipment of oil to China. The ninth company is based in Oman. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 7:34 am

Opposition writes to Chief Justice over President’s remarks on court verdicts

The Opposition has submitted a memorandum to the Chief Justice requesting attention over a statement allegedly made by the President concerning a pending court ruling, according to its convener former Minister G. L. Peiris. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 1:33 pm

Global fire outbreaks hit record high as ‘unprecedented’ heat extremes loom, scientists say

Climate change has driven record-breaking outbreaks of fire in Africa, Asia and elsewhere this year, with conditions expected to get worse as the northern hemisphere’s summer approaches and El Nino weather patterns kick in, scientists warned on Tuesday. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 10:28 am

Additional fertilizer relief announced for small-scale tea plantation owners

Minister of Plantations and Community Infrastructure Samantha Vidyaratne, stated that the government has decided to provide an additional fertilizer subsidy to small-scale tea plantation owners. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 10:01 am

Schools closed in Deniyaya following flu outbreak to reopen tomorrow

Schools in the Deniyaya Education Zone, which were temporarily closed due to a flu outbreak, are scheduled to reopen tomorrow (13). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 9:29 am

FM Vijitha Herath to undertake official visit to Belarus today

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath is scheduled to undertake an official visit to Belarus from today (12) to 15 May 2026, on the invitation of the Foreign Minister of the Republic of Belarus, Maxim Ryzhenkov. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 11:59 am

Man shot and attacked with sharp weapon inside home in Ambalantota

A man was shot and attacked with a machete inside a residence in the Mamadala area within the Ambalantota Police Division last night, police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 10:58 am

Heavy rainfall above 100 mm expected in parts of the island

The low pressure area located northeast of Sri Lanka continues to persist in the sea area vicinity of the island, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 6:04 am

Nearly 200 foreign nationals arrested over cybercrime activities in separate raids

A total of 198 foreign nationals, including 173 Indians and 25 Nepalese nationals, have been arrested in separate raids conducted in the Galle, Hikkaduwa and Midigama areas for allegedly engaging in cybercrime activities, Sri Lanka Police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 12, 2026 6:52 am

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