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Shooting incident reported in Katunayake, one injured

A shooting incident has been reported in the Heenatiyana area of Katunayake, police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 26, 2025 7:18 am

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island

The Meteorology Department states that the Intertropical Convergence Zone (where winds from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres converge) is currently affecting the island’s weather. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 26, 2025 7:27 am

Vatican and Italy prepare for Pope Francis’ funeral: 2,000 police officers to ensure security

On Saturday, April 26, 2025, the funeral of Pope Francis will take place in Rome. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 26, 2025 8:46 am

PM Harini offers condolences at Vatican Embassy on Pope Francis’s passing

The Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, paid a solemn visit to the Embassy of the Vatican in Colombo yesterday (25) to offer condolences on behalf of the Government and the people of Sri Lanka on the passing of the Archbishop of Buenos Aires and the regional leader in Argentina, His Holiness Pope Francis. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 26, 2025 8:54 am

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island

The Department of Meteorology says that showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Western, North-western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle and Matara districts today (25). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 6:03 am

IMF urges Sri Lanka to promote investment, diversify exports amid tariff uncertainty

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says Sri Lanka must focus on diversifying its export markets and creating an investment-friendly environment to maintain stability and growth, even as recent tariff changes pose challenges to economic forecasting. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 6:34 am

Another suspect arrested in Devinuwara double homicide

Another suspect has been taken into custody in connection with the fatal shooting of two individuals near the southern gate of the Devinuwara Vishnu Devalaya, a crime that occurred on March 21, 2025. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 6:46 am

Motorcyclist in Middeniya triple murder repatriated after arrest in India

A suspect wanted in the recent triple murder at Middeniya, has been arrested in India and repatriated to Sri Lanka by officers of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 8:03 am

American rock band ‘Boyce Avenue’ arrives in Sri Lanka

Globally renowned American rock band ‘Boyce Avenue’ arrived in Sri Lanka on the night of April 24 ahead of their much-anticipated concert in the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 8:14 am

Indian Army retaliates after firing by Pakistan along LoC days after Pahalgam terror attack

Firing was reported from multiple Pakistani posts along the Line of Control by the Pakistan Army throughout the night. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 8:37 am

‘Opposition frightened by the thought of becoming irrelevant’ - PM Harini

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the opposition is frightened by the possibility of losing its relevance, and that if one wishes to surpass the National People’s Power (NPP), they must demonstrate their commitment to ending corruption and fraud. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 8:51 am

Second day of postal voting commences for 2025 LG Polls

Today marks the second day of postal voting for the upcoming local government elections. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 9:18 am

China tells Trump: If you want trade talks, cancel tariffs

China has called on the US to cancel its sweeping tariffs on Chinese goods entering the country as a sign that the President Donald Trump is serious about resolving the trade war between the two countries. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 9:20 am

Foreign Minister to attend Pope Francis’s funeral mass in Vatican

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath will represent the Government of Sri Lanka at the funeral of His Holiness Pope Francis, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 9:44 am

President makes surprise visit to Kandy, meets ‘Siri Dalada Wandanawa’ devotees

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake made an unannounced visit to Kandy yesterday (April 24) to meet with people queuing to participate in the ongoing ‘Siri Dalada Wandanawa’. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 10:29 am

Sri Lankan state banks’ capital vulnerable despite profit gains: Fitch

Fitch Ratings expects Sri Lanka’s state banks to continue to report weaker regulatory capital ratios than systemically important private banks, despite significantly higher profitability. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 10:38 am

Police launch probe into officer’s verbal abuse of army officer on duty at ‘Siri Dalanda Vandanawa’

Sri Lanka Police have launched an investigation on the instructions of the Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP) regarding the video clip circulating on social media showing a police officer verbally abusing an army officer on duty at the ongoing ‘Siri Dalanda Vandanawa’ in Kandy. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 11:31 am

28 injured in school bus accident at Mahiyanganaya

A total of 28 individuals have been injured after a bus transporting schoolchildren was involved in an accident at the P.T.S. intersection in Mahiyanganaya. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 11:36 am

Ex-President Ranil to appear before Bribery Commission on Monday

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe will appear before the Bribery Commission on Monday (28 April) over the statement he had made on MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake, his lawyers have informed the Commission. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 11:48 am

Sri Lanka and US agree to expedite bilateral trade agreement

Sri Lanka and the United States have agreed to continue discussions aimed at finalizing a bilateral trade agreement between the two countries in the shortest possible time period. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 12:08 pm

‘Siri Dalada Wandanawa’: Newly arriving devotees not allowed to join queues

Sri Lanka Police have announced that newly arriving devotees will not be permitted to join the queues for the ‘Siri Dalada Wandanawa’ special exposition under any circumstances. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 12:50 pm

Apple to shift entire US iPhone assembly to India by 2026 amid trade war

Apple plans to relocate the assembly of all iPhones destined for the United States to India as early as next year, as escalating US-China trade tensions prompt the tech giant to fast-track its supply chain diversification, the Financial Times reported, citing sources familiar with the matter. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 1:27 pm

President calls on Asgiri and Malwathu Chief Prelates to discuss ‘Siri Dalada Vandanawa’

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake visited the Chief Prelates of the Malwathu and Asgiri Chapters of the Siyam Nikaya today (25) and received their blessings, according to the President’s Media Division (PMD). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 2:08 pm

Detention orders issued against main suspect in Dan Priyasad murder

The Colombo Magistrate Court has permitted the detention of the main suspect arrested in connection with the shooting and killing of social activist Dan Priyasad, for questioning until May 30, 2025. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 2:29 pm

Weather advisory issued for severe lightning

Thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely to occur at several places in Eastern, Uva, Central, Northern and North-central provinces and in Hambantota district, the Department of Meteorology warns. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 3:24 pm

Top LeT commander Altaf Lalli gunned down by Indian security forces

A Lashkar-e-Taliba (LeT) associate, identified as Altaf Lalli, was eliminated by Indian security forces in an ongoing operation in Bandipora district, Jammu and Kashmir, officials confirmed on Friday. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 3:27 pm

Dollar climbs at end of wild week on signs of easing in US-China trade tensions

The dollar headed for its first weekly gain since mid-March on Friday, after China granted some exemptions to U.S. imports, raising expectations that the trade war between the world’s two largest economies may be closer to abating. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 3:29 pm

3 Sri Lankans abducted for ransom in Bangladesh, rescued by police

Three Sri Lankan nationals, including a woman who was abducted for ransom in Bangladesh, were rescued by the police. According to local media reports, the trio had travelled to Bangladesh at the invitation of a friend they had met on social media. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 3:39 pm

Mobile phones and tablets worth Rs. 30M seized at BIA

A stock of 228 brand-new mobile phones and tablet computers, valued at approximately Rs. 30 million in total, was seized by customs officers at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake today. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 3:42 pm

Acting IGP requested to appoint police team to assist investigation on Deshabandu

The Acting IGP has been informed to nominate a police investigation team to assist the investigation of the Committee of Inquiry appointed to inquire and report its findings on IGP Deshabandhu Tennakoon in respect of acts of gross abuse of power. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 4:52 pm

President AKD condemns Pahalgam attack in phone call with Modi

In a telephone conversation with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi today (25), President Anura Kumara Dissanayake condemned the recent terrorist attack in the Pahalgam area of Kashmir and expressed solidarity with the Indian people, the PMD reported. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 5:02 pm

‘Siri Dalada Vandanawa’ to conclude on Sunday as planned

The “Siri Dalada Vandanawa,” the special exposition of the Sacred Tooth Relic, will conclude on Sunday (April 27) as previously scheduled and will not be extended, according to the Diyawadana Nilame of the Sri Dalada Maligawa, Pradeep Nilanga Dela Bandara.

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 5:43 pm

IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Sri Lanka on fourth review

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff and the Sri Lankan authorities have reached staff-level agreement on economic policies to conclude the Fourth Review of Sri Lanka’s reform program supported by the IMF’s Extended Fund Facility. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 5:50 pm

AG directed to file contempt charges against Deshabandu Tennakoon

The Matara Magistrate’s Court has decided that IGP Deshabandu Tennakoon has committed contempt of court by bringing his vehicle inside the court premises on April 10, 2025. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 7:00 pm

Govt taking structured and strategic steps to curb organized drug trafficking – President

President Anura Kumara Disanayake stated that no nation in the world has achieved development by neglecting its cultural values and traditions. He emphasized that the current government is committed to rebuilding the country by reinstating the moral principles and ethical systems that have slowly diminished over the years. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 9:35 pm

Ex-US Rep. George Santos sentenced to over 7 years in prison for fraud and identity theft

Disgraced former U.S. Rep. George Santos, who lied about his life story and defrauded donors, was sentenced Friday to over seven years in prison, sobbing as he heard his punishment. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 10:32 pm

EU’s GSP+ Monitoring Mission to visit Sri Lanka next week

An European Union (EU) GSP+ Monitoring Mission will be visiting Sri Lanka from 28 April to 7 May 2025 to take stock of progress on the fulfilment of conditions linked to the granting of the Generalized Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) trade preferences. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 25, 2025 10:48 pm

Evening showers expected in parts of the island

The Department of Meteorology says that showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Western, North-western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle and Matara districts today (24). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2025 6:16 am

Sri Lanka Police tighten inspections on off-bike helmet wearers

The Police Headquarters has issued a directive to all officers across the island to closely monitor and inspect individuals behaving suspiciously wearing protective helmets, particularly while not riding the motorcycles. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2025 6:39 am

Discussions on US trade tariffs successful; Joint statement expected soon - President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says discussions between Sri Lanka and the United States on revising reciprocal trade tariffs imposed by US on Sri Lankan exports have been successful. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2025 6:50 am

‘Siri Dalada Vandanawa’ enters day 7

The seventh day of ‘Siri Dalada Vandanawa’ continues to draw overwhelming crowds to Kandy, with an estimated 400,000 devotees queuing across the city to witness the sacred Tooth Relic of Lord Buddha. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2025 7:08 am

Trump criticises Zelensky as Ukraine refuses Russian control of Crimea

US President Donald Trump has accused Volodymyr Zelensky of harming peace negotiations, after the Ukrainian president said Kyiv would not recognise Russian control of Crimea. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2025 8:40 am

Postal voting for 2025 LG Polls begins

The marking of postal votes for this year’s Local Government (LG) elections commences today (April 24), with over 648,000 eligible voters expected to cast their ballots by mail. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2025 8:45 am

‘Siri Dalada Wandanawa’: Devotees urged to avoid arriving in Kandy till further notice

The public are urged to avoid coming to venerate the Sacred Tooth Relic in Kandy until further notice in response to the massive influx of devotees currently waiting in the queues. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2025 10:33 am

Apple, Meta fined as EU presses ahead with tech probes

Apple was fined 500 million euros ($570 million) on Wednesday and Meta 200 million euros, as European Union antitrust regulators handed out the first sanctions under landmark legislation aimed at curbing the power of Big Tech. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2025 10:40 am

Proposal to hold ‘Siri Dalada Vandanawa’ annually

Governor of the Central Province Prof. Sarath Abeykoon states that a formal proposal has been submitted to the Mahanayake Theros and the ‘Diyawadana Nilame’ of the Temple of Tooth Relic to consider holding ‘Siri Dalada Vandanawa’ annually. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2025 10:42 am

Convicted cardinal demands to be part of conclave to choose new pope, setting up Vatican standoff

A cardinal convicted of financial crimes by the Vatican is claiming he can take part in the forthcoming conclave despite being listed as a “non-elector.” MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2025 10:45 am

Man sentenced to death for killing woman, dumping body in suitcase

The Colombo High Court has sentenced to death a man who was convicted of the brutal murder of a woman in 2015, whose body was later discovered stuffed inside a suitcase at the Bastian Mawatha Bus Station in Colombo. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2025 10:49 am

Govt. to continue “School Nutrition Programme” without interruption

The Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake stated that the government has taken a policy decision to continue, without interruption, the “School Nutrition Programme’’ aimed at reducing anemia among schoolchildren, which is being implemented with the assistance of the World Food Programme (WFP). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2025 10:52 am

Main suspect in Dan Priyasad murder arrested

The main suspect in the shooting and killing of political activist Dan Priyasad has been arrested, the police confirmed. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 24, 2025 10:58 am

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