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A former Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Motor Traffic has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), officials said. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  6:12 pm

King Charles arrives in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war

Britain’s King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived in the United States on Monday for a four-day trip, welcomed by self-proclaimed royal fan Donald Trump even as the U.S. president has differed with the British government over the Iran war. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  5:52 am

David Attenborough centenary celebrations start with closer look at ‘Life on Earth’

Celebrations to mark the 100th birthday of renowned British naturalist David Attenborough start next week with a show delving deeper into his milestone 1979 TV series “Life on Earth”. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  1:50 pm

‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 sets June 21 release date as new trailer promises fire and blood

House of the Dragon” Season 3 has an official premiere date at HBO. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  10:55 am

Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena further remanded

Former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer 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 further remanded until May 05, 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  3:50 pm

Vietnamese President To Lam to address Sri Lanka Parliament on May 8

The President of Vietnam, To Lam is scheduled to address the Parliament of Sri Lanka on May 8. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  4:56 pm

Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces

A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Northern, North-Central, North-Western provinces and Kegalle, Trincomalee, Batticaloa districts. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  4:31 pm

34 schoolchildren injured following bus accident in Bogawantalawa

At least 34 schoolchildren were hospitalized today (28) following an accident involving a private bus transporting students from the Ranikadu area to schools in Bogawantalawa. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  9:29 am

Taylor Swift files to trademark voice and image after AI concerns

Taylor Swift has applied to trademark her voice and appearance in an apparent attempt to protect herself from artificial intelligence impersonations. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  9:40 am

Investigation launched over missing USD 625,000 payment to US Post

Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has revealed that investigations have been launched regarding a payment made by Sri Lanka’s Department of Posts to the US Postal Service (USPS), which has not been received by the intended party. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  3:31 pm

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in several provinces today

Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the most parts of the island after 1.00 pm, today (28), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  5:53 am

Suspect in Washington dinner shooting charged with trying to assassinate Trump

The man accused of opening fire at a Washington dinner attended by Donald Trump was charged on Monday with attempting to assassinate the U.S. president and could face life in prison if convicted. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  6:42 am

Jailor and warden arrested over inmate death at Magazine Prison

A jailor and a warden have been arrested following the death of a 37-year-old inmate at the Magazine Prison last evening (27), police said.

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  7:47 am

Government’s incompetence and corruption being exposed: Namal

The National Organizer of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Member of Parliament, Namal Rajapaksa has alleged that the current government’s incompetence and corruption are increasingly being exposed with events unfolding in recent weeks. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  5:44 pm

Cow dung thrown at group protesting near Finance Secretary’s home

A group of activists from the ‘Nava Janatha Peramuna’, led by Sugeeshwara Bandara, staged a protest this morning (28) near the residence of Finance Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma in Akuregoda, Pelawatta. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  12:18 pm

Hearing concludes on petition seeking to prevent demolition of part of Trinco Bodhiraja Temple

The Court of Appeal today concluded the hearing of a writ petition filed by the Chief Incumbent of the Sri Sambuddha Jayanthi Bodhiraja Viharaya in Trincomalee. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  2:55 pm

Advisory issued for severe lightning

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

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  12:41 pm

Japan Airlines trials humanoid robots as ground handlers

Japan Airlines (JAL) will start using humanoid robots in ground handling tasks at Tokyo’s Haneda airport from May, in a two-year trial it said is aimed at easing employees’ workload. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  6:02 pm

Special traffic arrangements in Colombo as ‘‘Walk for Peace’’ concludes today

A special traffic plan has been issued by Sri Lanka Police in connection with the final day of the ‘‘Walk for Peace,’’ which will be centered in Colombo today (28). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  6:33 am

Cabinet approves interim housing for 1,000 cyclone-affected families

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to initiate a project to construct interim housing for families displaced by the Cyclone Ditwah, who are currently living in safe centres, tents and with relatives. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  2:34 pm

Ex-army soldier arrested with grenade and ammunition

A suspect has been arrested in the Atawiragollewa in Kongollewa area for the possession of a live hand grenade, 52 T-56 live rounds, and 30 rounds of 9mm ammunition. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  7:39 am

UNP declines SJB May Day invitation citing Poya Day observance

The General Secretary of the United National Party, Thalatha Atukorale has issued a letter in response to an invitation from the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) to join its May Day celebrations this year. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  3:25 pm

Treasury Secretary and officials to be summoned before COPF on Thursday

Finance Ministry officials including the Secretary to the Treasury Harshana Suriyapperuma, are to be summoned before the Committee on Public Finance (COPF), chaired by MP Dr. Harsha de Silva, on Thursday (30) over the USD 2.5 million cyber theft incident.

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  5:23 pm

Govt to provide permanent appointments in state sector for another 9,800 individuals

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to provide permanent appointments to nearly 9,800 individuals recruited to state institutions on temporary, casual, substitute, contract or relief basis. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  2:23 pm

Sri Lanka Cricket President Shammi Silva and Executive Committee decide to step down

The President of Sri Lanka Cricket, Shammi Silva, and the SLC Executive Committee have decided to resign at a special committee meeting held today. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  5:14 pm

Final day of ‘‘Ehi Passiko’‘ Peace Walk today; Special state ceremony and traffic plan in Colombo

The final day of the ‘‘Ehi Passiko’‘ Peace Walk will be held today (28). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  6:13 am

Interim housing construction to begin in early May for Cyclone Ditwah-affected districts

Plans are underway to commence interim housing projects in early May for districts severely affected by Cyclone ‘‘Ditwah,’’ including Kegalle, Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, and Badulla with the aim of completing construction within a short timeframe. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  12:02 pm

Food security vital to ensure nation’s sovereignty and national security: PM Harini

Food security is a crucial factor affecting a country’s stability, sovereignty and national security, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya stated adding in the face of the turbulent global environment prevailing today, the agriculture sector is facing significant challenges. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  4:22 pm

Ex-President Maithripala Sirisena arrives at Bribery Commission

Former President Maithripala Sirisena has appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning (28). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  9:39 am

Cabinet nod to grant Rs. 7.5 million to reconstruct places of worship destroyed by Cyclone Ditwah

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the resolution furnished by the Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs to provide assistance for the rebuilding and rehabilitation of places of worship affected by Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  4:39 pm

Oil price climbs above $110 a barrel on doubts about Iran war peace deal

The global oil price climbed above $110 a barrel for the first time in three weeks today, as traders worry that the United States and Iran are no closer to a deal to end the war and fully reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  1:49 pm

Govt. to introduce cable car facilities to Sri Pada

Attention has been drawn towards launching cable car projects at several tourist destinations, including Sri Pada, during a meeting of the Tourism Task Force held today at the Presidential Secretariat, under the patronage of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  5:35 pm

Indian man brings dead sister’s skeleton to bank to withdraw money from her account

In a bizarre incident, a man in Odisha made headlines for bringing his dead sister’s skeleton to the bank. The 50-year-old reportedly brought the skeleton as part of his bid to withdraw the money deposited in his sister’s name at the bank. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  5:06 pm

Over 570 suspects arrested in island-wide narcotics operations

A total of 576 suspects were arrested yesterday (27) during the ongoing island-wide crime and drug prevention operations conducted by the Sri Lanka Police, the Police Media Division stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  12:04 pm

Trump not happy with latest Iran proposal to end the war, US official says

U.S. President Donald Trump is unhappy with the latest Iranian proposal on resolving the two-month war, a U.S. official said, dampening hopes for a resolution to the conflict that has disrupted energy supplies, fuelled inflation, and killed thousands. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  10:43 am

Parliamentary Committee to probe USD 2.5 million Treasury theft allegation

The Parliamentary Committee on Public Finance is scheduled to convene today (28) to discuss the alleged theft of USD 2.5 million from the Treasury by an external party. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  8:49 am

Pakistan, Sri Lanka kick off joint counter-terrorism exercise ‘Shake Hands-II’ at Tarbela

According to the Inter Services Public Relations (ISPR), Shake Hands-II is a joint counter-terrorism exercise conducted between the armies of Pakistan and Sri Lanka. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  11:34 am

Bangladesh starts fuelling its first nuclear power station

Bangladesh will begin loading uranium fuel into its first nuclear power station on Tuesday (Apr 28), a key step towards bringing the 2,400 megawatt plant online to ease pressure on the overstretched power grid. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  3:50 pm

Gunman opens fire at 2 locations in the Greek capital, leaving several wounded

A gunman opened fire at a social security office and at a courthouse in central Athens on Tuesday, wounding several people, Greek authorities said. A police operation was underway to locate the gunman, who Greek media reported was an 89-year-old man. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  4:37 pm

Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers complete evacuation

The death toll from a train collision near the Indonesian capital Jakarta has risen to 14 with another 84 injured, the train operator said on Tuesday, as rescuers completed work to extract survivors still trapped in the wreckage. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  9:58 am

Maldivian President to visit Sri Lanka on May 3

The President of the Maldives, Mohamed Muizzu is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka on May 3 on an invitation extended by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  1:59 pm

Jailor and two prison guards arrested over inmate death remanded

Three prison officers who were arrested by the Borella Police in connection with the death of an inmate following a clash at the Colombo Magazine Prison have been remanded until May 6. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  4:56 pm

Ex-President Maithripala Sirisena leaves Bribery Commission after recording statement

Former President Maithripala Sirisena left the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) a short while ago. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  1:17 pm

Online applications called for 2025/2026 university admissions

The University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced that online applications for admission to state universities for the 2025/2026 academic year will be accepted until 19 May 2026 from candidates who qualified at the 2025 G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  9:00 am

SC reserves judgment on petitions filed by Shani Abeysekara and Ravi Seneviratne

The Supreme Court has concluded the hearing and reserved its judgment on the Fundamental Rights petitions filed by the Director of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Shani Abeysekara, and the Secretary to the Ministry of Public Security, Ravi Seneviratne. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  2:49 pm

Man electrocuted to death by illegal electric fence in Morawewa

A man has reportedly died after being electrocuted by an illegally installed electrical wire fence used to protect a cultivated land from animals in the Yaya 6 area of Morawewa. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  10:45 am

Prada seeks to mend ties with ‘Made in India’ sandals

Prada is launching a limited-edition range of Indian-made sandals inspired by traditional Kolhapuri footwear, less than a year after the Italian luxury group faced a backlash for showcasing similar designs without crediting their origins. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 28, 2026  3:46 pm

Trump portrays shooting as proof of his presidency’s power

Donald Trump’s tuxedo still looked freshly pressed when he stepped to the White House podium Saturday night, barely an hour after the latest apparent attempt on his life. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 27, 2026  6:12 am

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in most parts of the island

Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the most parts of the island after 1.00 pm, today (27), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 27, 2026  6:05 am

‘‘Ehi Passiko’‘ Peace Walk enters day six; Set to reach Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya today

The sixth day of the ‘‘Ehi Passiko’‘ Peace Walk is set to commence today (27) near the Abeysekaraaramaya, Yakkala. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 27, 2026  6:52 am