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Fever outbreak in Deniyaya identified as viral infection: Health officials
Fever outbreak in Deniyaya identified as viral infection: Health officials
Health authorities say that a fever illness reported around the Kotapola Medical Officer of Health (MOH) area has been identified as a viral infection, according to Specialist Dr. Palitha Karunapema of the Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health. MORE..
South Africa’s top court revives impeachment process against president
South Africa’s top court revives impeachment process against president
South Africa’s constitutional court revived on Friday impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa over a scandal dubbed ‘‘Farmgate’’ by local media, saying parliament had acted unlawfully by blocking the process in 2022. MORE..
Sony forecasts lower gaming business sales amid memory price surge
Sony forecasts lower gaming business sales amid memory price surge
Sony forecast on Friday annual sales at its gaming business would fall 6% to 4.42 trillion yen ($28 billion) due to lower hardware sales as its PlayStation 5 ages and as the industry grapples with a surge in memory chip prices. MORE..
88-year-old woman found murdered in Tissamaharama
88-year-old woman found murdered in Tissamaharama
Two people, including a woman, have died in separate incidents suspected murder reported from Pitigala and Tissamaharama areas. MORE..
3 people burned alive as volcano erupts in Indonesia, ash rises 10 km high
3 people burned alive as volcano erupts in Indonesia, ash rises 10 km high
In a tragic incident that occurred in Indonesia, at least three people were burned alive when Mount Dukono volcano erupted suddenly. MORE..
TVK secures majority mark as Left, VCK extend support to Vijay
TVK secures majority mark as Left, VCK extend support to Vijay
The Communist Party of India and the Communist Party of India (Marxist) have on Friday decided to extend outside support to the government formation following the hectic efforts made by the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), led by actor-politician Vijay. MORE..
Yoshitha’s money laundering case: Court to deliver decision on preliminary objections
Yoshitha’s money laundering case: Court to deliver decision on preliminary objections
The Colombo High Court today (08) announced that its ruling on the preliminary objections raised in the case filed under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act against Yoshitha Rajapaksa, a son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, will be delivered on May 14, 2026. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-Western, North-Central, Uva, and Southern provinces, as well as the Ampara, Batticaloa, Mannar, and Vavuniya districts. MORE..
SLPP questions circumstances surrounding Kapila Chandrasena’s death
SLPP questions circumstances surrounding Kapila Chandrasena’s death
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) General Secretary, Sagara Kariyawasam, claims that the death of former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena seems suspicious. MORE..
Police report facts to court over ‘suspicious’ death of Kapila Chandrasena
Police report facts to court over ‘suspicious’ death of Kapila Chandrasena
Police have informed the Fort Magistrate’s Court that former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, was found dead under suspicious circumstances. MORE..
David Attenborough turns 100, ‘overwhelmed’ by birthday wishes
David Attenborough turns 100, ‘overwhelmed’ by birthday wishes
David Attenborough said he had been “completely overwhelmed” by birthday greetings as he turned 100 on Friday in a worldwide outpouring of affection for the British wildlife broadcaster after decades of trailblazing work. MORE..
Presidential Commission probing coal imports begins investigations
Presidential Commission probing coal imports begins investigations
The Special Presidential Commission of Inquiry appointed to investigate coal procurement between 2009 and April 16, 2026, has commenced its preliminary investigations. MORE..
Seven suspects arrested over drug network linked to ‘Dubai Sudda’
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..
Vietnam donates 100MT of fertiliser to Sri Lanka
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..
Sri Lanka and Vietnam aim for $ 1B trade by 2030, direct flights to begin this year
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..
Vietnam President To Lam addresses Sri Lanka’s Parliament
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..
SC orders re-issuance of notice to ex-President Gotabaya Rajapaksa
SC orders re-issuance of notice to ex-President Gotabaya Rajapaksa
The Supreme Court today directed the petitioning party to take steps to reissue notice to former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, who has been named as a respondent in a Fundamental Rights (FR) petition. MORE..
Sri Lanka and Vietnam sign five MoUs during state visit of President To Lam
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..
Special medical team to probe fever cases among schoolchildren in Deniyaya
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..
Rajangane Saddharathana arrested over social media threats against Minister and IGP
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..
Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena found dead - Police
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..
Vietnamese President To Lam receives official state welcome; Set to address parliament today
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..
Explosion hits Netherlands’ largest political party’s headquarters, police say
Explosion hits Netherlands’ largest political party’s headquarters, police say
An explosion damaged the headquarters of the largest party in the Dutch parliament, D66, on Thursday evening, local police said, adding there were no injuries. MORE..
Trump sets July 4 deadline for EU to comply with trade deal or face ‘much higher’ tariffs
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..
US-proposed Iran resolution at UN faces likely vetoes from China, Russia
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..
US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz
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..
Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship not start of pandemic, UN health agency says
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..
Federal court rules against new 10% global tariffs Trump imposed after loss at Supreme Court
Federal court rules against new 10% global tariffs Trump imposed after loss at Supreme Court
A federal court ruled Thursday against the new global tariffs that President Donald Trump imposed after a stinging loss at the Supreme Court. MORE..
US and Iran exchange fire, but Trump says ceasefire still in effect
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..
Heavy rainfall above 100 mm expected in parts of the island
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..
Vietnam President To Lam arrives in Sri Lanka
Vietnam President To Lam arrives in Sri Lanka
President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam, arrived in Sri Lanka tonight (07) on a state visit. MORE..
US and Iran explore short-term deal to end fighting - report
US and Iran explore short-term deal to end fighting - report
The United States and Iran are edging toward a temporary agreement to halt their war, sources and officials said on Thursday, with Tehran reviewing a proposal that would stop the fighting but leave the most contentious issues unresolved. MORE..
President says urgent reforms needed to eradicate drug menace in Sri Lanka
President says urgent reforms needed to eradicate drug menace in Sri Lanka
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed officials to swiftly introduce all necessary reforms, including amendments to existing laws, in order to eliminate the drug menace from the country. MORE..
Colombo-Hanoi direct flights to be launched during Vietnamese President’s visit
Colombo-Hanoi direct flights to be launched during Vietnamese President’s visit
President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam and General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of Vietnam, To Lam, is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka tonight (07) on a state visit. MORE..
Parliament approves extension of State of Public Emergency
Parliament approves extension of State of Public Emergency
The motion to approve the extension of the State of Public Emergency under the Public Security Ordinance was passed in Parliament today (May 7) by a majority of 139 votes. MORE..
UNICEF welcomes Sri Lanka’s cabinet approval of Global Charter for Child Care Reforms
UNICEF welcomes Sri Lanka’s cabinet approval of Global Charter for Child Care Reforms
UNICEF has welcomed the Cabinet’s recent approval of the Global Charter for Child Care Reforms — a landmark decision that strengthens protection for children and builds momentum for Sri Lanka’s existing Alternative Care Policy. MORE..
Warm weather advisory for parts of the country
Warm weather advisory for parts of the country
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Sabaragamuwa, Northern, North-central, North-western, Eastern provinces and Hambantota and Monaragala districts. MORE..
Four schools in Deniyaya closed tomorrow due to spread of illness
Four schools in Deniyaya closed tomorrow due to spread of illness
Four schools in the Deniyaya Educational Zone will remain closed tomorrow (May 08) following the advice of the Governor of the Southern Province, due to the spread of a fever-related illness, says the Zonal Education Director of Deniyaya. MORE..
Rs. 10B in unpaid dues threatens Sri Lanka’s renewable energy industry survival, warns FRED
Rs. 10B in unpaid dues threatens Sri Lanka’s renewable energy industry survival, warns FRED
The Federation of Renewable Energy Developers (FRED) warns that unless the Government steps in to resolve the financial crisis the industry is in due to the payment defaults by the National System Operator (Pvt) Limited (NSO), the domestic renewable energy sector faces a natural death. MORE..
Oil prices extend sharp decline as diplomacy hopes cool fears over Hormuz
Oil prices extend sharp decline as diplomacy hopes cool fears over Hormuz
Oil prices extended losses on Thursday as investors weighed the prospects for a Middle East peace deal that could ease supply concerns and pave the way for the gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..
Bribery Comm. refiles case against ex-CBSL Governor Cabraal
Bribery Comm. refiles case against ex-CBSL Governor Cabraal
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has once again refiled a case before the Colombo High Court against former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal...MORE..
Court orders arrest of former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena
Court orders arrest of former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena
(UPDATED) The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has issued an order to arrest and produce before the court the former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, who had been released on bail by the court two days ago. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva, North-Central, North-Western, Southern, Western, Eastern provinces and Vavuniya district. MORE..
Harry Potter TV series renewed for second season at HBO
Harry Potter TV series renewed for second season at HBO
The Harry Potter TV series has been renewed for a second season, with filming set to begin in autumn of this year, HBO has confirmed. MORE..
Prices of multiple food items to increase from midnight today
Prices of multiple food items to increase from midnight today
The All Ceylon Restaurant Owners’ Association has decided to increase the prices of Fried Rice, Biryani, and Nasi Goreng by Rs. 25 with effect from midnight today (07). MORE..
South Korea appeals court cuts jail term for ex-PM Han to 15 years in martial law case
South Korea appeals court cuts jail term for ex-PM Han to 15 years in martial law case
A South Korean appeals court on Thursday cut the jail sentence for former Prime Minister Han Duck-soo to 15 years from 23 years over his role in ex-President Yoon Suk Yeol’s brief imposition of martial law in 2024. MORE..
Rathugala indigenous leader Suda Wannila Aththo passes away
Rathugala indigenous leader Suda Wannila Aththo passes away
The indigenous leader of Rathugala, Danigala Maha Bandalage Suda Wannila Aththo, has passed away at the age of 62. MORE..
Sri Lanka and Türkiye strengthen bilateral ties at second round of political consultations
Sri Lanka and Türkiye strengthen bilateral ties at second round of political consultations
The Second Round of Political Consultations between the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka and the Republic of Türkiye was successfully held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Türkiye in Ankara. MORE..
Govt. to introduce major higher education reforms aligned with school education changes - PM
Govt. to introduce major higher education reforms aligned with school education changes - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government has planned to introduce relevant changes in the higher education sector in alignment with the new reforms being implemented in the primary and secondary education sectors. MORE..
NPP councillor resigns from Kurunegala Municipal Council
NPP councillor resigns from Kurunegala Municipal Council
A Municipal Councillor representing the National People’s Power (NPP) in the Kurunegala Municipal Council, B. W. Premachandra, has resigned from his position. MORE..
Over 70 Vietnamese nationals arrested for alleged financial scams and visa violations
Over 70 Vietnamese nationals arrested for alleged financial scams and visa violations
A group of foreign nationals accused of engaging in financial scams while staying in the country in violation of visa conditions has been arrested in separate raids carried out in Colombo and Matara, according to Sri Lanka Police. MORE..
Vietnamese President to arrive in Sri Lanka today
Vietnamese President to arrive in Sri Lanka today
The General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam’s Central Committee and President of Vietnam, To Lam, is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka tonight (07) for an official visit, accompanied by a high-level delegation. MORE..
US fires on Iranian tanker while Trump pushes for peace deal
US fires on Iranian tanker while Trump pushes for peace deal
The US military fired on an Iranian oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman on Wednesday as US President Donald Trump intensified pressure on Tehran to reach a deal ending the war. MORE..
UN warns hunger deepening in Gaza as families survive on one meal a day
UN warns hunger deepening in Gaza as families survive on one meal a day
The UN on Wednesday warned that hunger remains widespread and severe across the Gaza Strip, with millions struggling to access adequate food despite ongoing humanitarian efforts. MORE..
Hantavirus-hit cruise ship heads to Spain after three people evacuated
Hantavirus-hit cruise ship heads to Spain after three people evacuated
A luxury cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak and marooned since Sunday off the coast of Cape Verde left for Spain on Wednesday, a Reuters witness said, after three people, two of them seriously ill, were evacuated. MORE..
Iran reviewing US proposal to end war, though key demands remain unaddressed
Iran reviewing US proposal to end war, though key demands remain unaddressed
Iran said on Wednesday it was reviewing a U.S. peace proposal that sources said would formally end the war while leaving unresolved the key U.S. demands that Iran suspend its nuclear program and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall above 75 mm expected in some parts of the island
Fairly heavy rainfall above 75 mm expected in some 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..
Israel strikes Beirut for the first time since ceasefire, senior Hezbollah commander killed
Israel strikes Beirut for the first time since ceasefire, senior Hezbollah commander killed
Israel struck Beirut on Wednesday (May 6) for the first time since agreeing to a ceasefire with Hezbollah last month, with Israel saying it targeted a commander of the militant group’s elite Radwan force in the city’s southern suburbs. MORE..
Special traffic plan in Colombo for Vietnamese President’s visit
Special traffic plan in Colombo for Vietnamese President’s visit
Sri Lanka Police says it will implement a special traffic management plan within Colombo on May 7 and 8 in view of the official visit of the President of Vietnam to Sri Lanka. MORE..
Laugfs Gas raises prices
Laugfs Gas raises prices
Laugfs Gas has increased domestic refill prices with effect from midnight today (06 May). MORE..
Sri Lanka calls for constructive dialogue to de-escalate tensions in West Asia
Sri Lanka calls for constructive dialogue to de-escalate tensions in West Asia
Sri Lanka has expressed grave concern regarding the recent hostilities in the West Asian region, including attacks on critical energy infrastructure, which affect regional stability and peace efforts. MORE..
CNN founder Ted Turner, a pioneer of cable TV news, dies at 87
CNN founder Ted Turner, a pioneer of cable TV news, dies at 87
Ted Turner, the media maverick and philanthropist who founded CNN, a pioneering 24-hour network that revolutionized television news, died peacefully Wednesday, surrounded by his family, according to a news release from Turner Enterprises. He was 87. MORE..
3 patients with suspected hantavirus evacuated from cruise ship as new case confirmed in Switzerland
3 patients with suspected hantavirus evacuated from cruise ship as new case confirmed in Switzerland
Three patients with suspected hantavirus infections were being evacuated from a cruise ship to the Netherlands on Wednesday, the UN health agency said, as the vessel at the centre of a deadly outbreak remained off Cape Verde with nearly 150 people on board waiting to head to Spain’s Canary Islands. MORE..
World Bank assistance to reform and modernise SL’s revenue-generating state institutions
World Bank assistance to reform and modernise SL’s revenue-generating state institutions
A delegation led by the World Bank Country Manager for Sri Lanka, Gevorg Sargsyan, has reportedly met with the Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, this morning (06) at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo. MORE..
Trump threatens bombing if Iran doesn’t reopen strait amid report of deal to end war
Trump threatens bombing if Iran doesn’t reopen strait amid report of deal to end war
US President Donald Trump posted on social media Wednesday that the war with Iran could soon end and oil and natural gas shipments could restart, if Iran accepts a reported agreement that he did not detail. MORE..
Hambantota Bird Park owner released from ‘illegal motorcycles’ case
Hambantota Bird Park owner released from ‘illegal motorcycles’ case
The Hambantota Magistrate’s Court today ordered the release of the three suspects, including owner of the Hambantota Bird Park, who had been accused of illegally importing 21 motorcycles, including 11 high-capacity bikes. MORE..
US, Iran nearing one-page war-ending agreement, response expected within 48 hours
US, Iran nearing one-page war-ending agreement, response expected within 48 hours
The United States and Iran are closing in on a one-page memo to end their war, a Pakistani source involved in the peace efforts told Reuters on Wednesday, confirming an Axios report citing two US officials. MORE..
Brent oil drops below $100 on US-Iran deal hopes
Brent oil drops below $100 on US-Iran deal hopes
Oil prices dived on Wednesday, with international benchmark Brent sliding under $100 a barrel, on fresh hopes for an end to the Middle East war. MORE..
China calls for Strait to be reopened ‘as soon as possible’ in Iran talks
China calls for Strait to be reopened ‘as soon as possible’ in Iran talks
Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi has called for the Strait of Hormuz to be reopened “as soon as possible” in talks with his Iranian counterpart. MORE..
Litro gas prices to remain unchanged for May
Litro gas prices to remain unchanged for May
The Litro Gas Company has decided not to make any revisions to domestic Litro LP gas prices for the month of May, the Chairman of Litro Gas Lanka Limited, Channa Gunawardana said. MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Sabaragamuwa, Northern, North-Central, North-Western, Eastern provinces and Colombo, Gampaha, Hambantota and Monaragala districts. MORE..
Opposition seeks debate on Executive encroachment on Judiciary
Opposition seeks debate on Executive encroachment on Judiciary
A motion requesting a debate condemning the encroachments made by the Executive on the Judiciary, was submitted to the Speaker of Parliament Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne today (06) by a group of opposition parliamentarians. MORE..
Supreme Court upholds death sentences on four accused in Vidya murder
Supreme Court upholds death sentences on four accused in Vidya murder
The Supreme Court today (06) confirmed the death sentences imposed by the High Court Trial-at-Bar on four accused, including ‘Swiss Kumar’, in the abduction, gang rape and murder of 18-year-old schoolgirl Sivaloganathan Vidya in the Jaffna District in 2015. MORE..
Congress extends support to Vijay to form govt in Tamil Nadu
Congress extends support to Vijay to form govt in Tamil Nadu
The Indian National Congress (INC) on Wednesday formally extended support to actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) to form the next government in Tamil Nadu, while making it clear that the backing hinges on keeping “communal forces” out of the alliance. MORE..
French vessel attacked in Strait of Hormuz, several crew members wounded
French vessel attacked in Strait of Hormuz, several crew members wounded
A French shipping firm says crew members aboard one of its cargo ships were injured and the vessel was damaged when it was targeted in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces
Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva, North-Western and North-Central provinces and in the Ampara Mannar and Vavuniya districts. MORE..
Apple settles lawsuit over late Siri AI features for $250 million
Apple settles lawsuit over late Siri AI features for $250 million
Apple on Tuesday settled for $250 million a shareholder lawsuit brought after the company delayed artificial-intelligence upgrades to its Siri voice assistant. MORE..
Gold prices in Sri Lanka climb following global market increase
Gold prices in Sri Lanka climb following global market increase
The price of gold in the local market has increased significantly, following a spike in prices in the international market. MORE..
Individual posing as doctor nabbed in Polonnaruwa following criminal probe
Individual posing as doctor nabbed in Polonnaruwa following criminal probe
An individual allegedly posing as a doctor and linked to several criminal offences has been arrested by the Polonnaruwa Divisional Crime Investigation Division, police said. MORE..
Corruption case against former Minister Kumara Jayakody to be heard on June 17
Corruption case against former Minister Kumara Jayakody to be heard on June 17
The Colombo High Court has fixed June 17 to hear the corruption case filed against former Minister Kumara Jayakody by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption. MORE..
Special commodity levy on maize increased to Rs. 50 per kg
Special commodity levy on maize increased to Rs. 50 per kg
The special commodity levy imposed on imported maize has been increased to Rs. 50 per kilogram. MORE..
Sri Lanka, Pakistan hold talks to strengthen defence cooperation, training and regional security
Sri Lanka, Pakistan hold talks to strengthen defence cooperation, training and regional security
The High Commissioner of Pakistan to Sri Lanka, Major General Nayyar Naseer, HI (M), (Retd), has paid a courtesy call on Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence. MORE..
University admissions for 2025/2026 academic year to begin in Sept.: PM Harini
University admissions for 2025/2026 academic year to begin in Sept.: PM Harini
The admission process for students to government universities for the 2025/2026 academic year is scheduled to commence in the first week of September 2026, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has announced. MORE..
Australia says 13 citizens linked to alleged IS members returning from Syria
Australia says 13 citizens linked to alleged IS members returning from Syria
A group of 13 Australians related to alleged Islamic State jihadists is returning home from Syria, Australian authorities said Wednesday (May 6), warning some will face arrest. MORE..
Renowned Indian film producer RB Choudary dies in car crash
Renowned Indian film producer RB Choudary dies in car crash
Veteran film producer RB Choudary died on Tuesday (May 5) following a car crash in Rajasthan, India. According to The Times of India, Choudary was travelling with his nephew at the time of the accident, after attending a relative’s wedding. MORE..
Tamil Nadu Election: Vijay likely to form government tomorrow
Tamil Nadu Election: Vijay likely to form government tomorrow
Actor-turned-politician Vijay, who made a memorable debut in politics by breaking the (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) DMK and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam’s (AIADMK) traditional duopoly in the Tamil Nadu state, is likely to form a government as early as May 7, sources said. MORE..
Maldivian President confident of permanent solution to Sri Lanka visa issues
Maldivian President confident of permanent solution to Sri Lanka visa issues
One of the key focuses of the state visit to Sri Lanka is to resolve the visa issues faced by Maldivians residing in Sri Lanka, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has stated, adding that he is confident a permanent solution will be found soon. MORE..
Samsung Electronics market value tops US$1 trillion on chip boom
Samsung Electronics market value tops US$1 trillion on chip boom
The market value of South Korea’s Samsung Electronics smashed past US$1 trillion for the first time on Wednesday (May 6) as the firm rides an artificial intelligence chip boom that has sent Seoul’s Kospi stock index to record highs. MORE..
Maldivian President Muizzu concludes state visit to Sri Lanka
Maldivian President Muizzu concludes state visit to Sri Lanka
The President of the Maldives, Mohamed Muizzu has departed the island after successfully concluding his three-day state visit. MORE..
Matthew Perry’s Friends keepsakes and artwork go up for auction
Matthew Perry’s Friends keepsakes and artwork go up for auction
Friends memorabilia, artwork and other valuables from the estate of Matthew Perry are being put up for sale at an auction to benefit the charitable foundation established in the actor’s name soon after his 2023 death. MORE..
Iranian foreign minister arrives in Beijing to discuss “regional and international developments”
Iranian foreign minister arrives in Beijing to discuss “regional and international developments”
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Beijing early Wednesday for talks with his Chinese counterpart. MORE..
66-year-old killed in freak accident involving grinder in Katugastota
66-year-old killed in freak accident involving grinder in Katugastota
A man has died after suffering a fatal neck injury from a grinder while carrying out construction work on a security fence in Mawilmada, Katugastota, police said. MORE..
Vietnam President’s state visit set to propel ties with Sri Lanka into new phase, says Deputy FM
Vietnam President’s state visit set to propel ties with Sri Lanka into new phase, says Deputy FM
An upcoming state visit to Sri Lanka by Việt Nam President Tô Lâm is expected to serve as a pivotal political milestone, opening a new chapter in bilateral relations marked by enhanced political trust and more substantive, wide-ranging cooperation, Deputy Minister Nguyễn Mạnh Cường has said. MORE..
Oil prices fall a second day as Trump indicates possible Iran peace deal
Oil prices fall a second day as Trump indicates possible Iran peace deal
Oil prices fell for a second day on Wednesday on expectations bottled up supply from the key Middle East producing region could resume flowing after U.S. President Donald Trump indicated a possible peace deal may be reached to end the war with Iran. MORE..
Showers above 100mm expected across Sri Lanka as ITCZ influence strengthens: Met. Dept.
Showers above 100mm expected across Sri Lanka as ITCZ influence strengthens: Met. Dept.
Due to the influence of the Intertropical Convergence Zone, and the development of a low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of the island, an increase in rainfall is expected across the island from today (06) and over the next few days, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
Close associate of fugitive underworld figure arrested with ammunition in Katunayake
Close associate of fugitive underworld figure arrested with ammunition in Katunayake
A close associate of an organized criminal believed to be hiding overseas has been arrested in possession of 54 T-56 firearm bullets and a magazine, police said. MORE..
Donald Trump says operation to reopen Strait of Hormuz will be ‘paused’
Donald Trump says operation to reopen Strait of Hormuz will be ‘paused’
US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (May 5) that the US operation to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, dubbed “Project Freedom”, will be paused for a short period to see whether an agreement with Iran can be finalised and signed, although a blockade on Iranian ports will remain in force. MORE..
University admission applications for 2025/2026 open until May 19: UGC
University admission applications for 2025/2026 open until May 19: UGC
Applications for university admission for the 2025/2026 academic year, based on the 2025 General Certificate of Education Advanced Level examination, will be accepted until May 19, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced. MORE..
Public consultation on proposed electricity tariff revision begins today
Public consultation on proposed electricity tariff revision begins today
The public consultation on the proposed electricity tariff revision for 2026 will commence in Colombo today (06), the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced. MORE..
IMF Chief says Iran war fallout would take 3-4 months even if fighting ends today
IMF Chief says Iran war fallout would take 3-4 months even if fighting ends today
The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Kristalina Georgieva says the economic fallout from the war with Iran would take at least three to four months to ease, even if the fighting were to stop immediately. MORE..
Public consultation on proposed electricity tariff revision to be held tomorrow
Public consultation on proposed electricity tariff revision to be held tomorrow
A public consultation on the proposed electricity tariff revision for 2026 will be held tomorrow (06), the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced. MORE..
Trump says US forces must enter Iran to retrieve buried nuclear stockpile
Trump says US forces must enter Iran to retrieve buried nuclear stockpile
US President Donald Trump said Tuesday that American forces would need to conduct a ground mission into Iran to secure enriched uranium that remains trapped beneath the rubble of nuclear facilities destroyed in last year’s joint U.S.-Israeli aerial campaign. MORE..
Ammunition, leopard skin seized in joint raid in Puttalam
Ammunition, leopard skin seized in joint raid in Puttalam
A joint operation by the Police Special Task Force (STF) and wildlife officials has led to the recovery of ammunition and protected animal skins during a raid in Attawilluwa, Puttalam, at a property reportedly linked to a former Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police. MORE..
Australia rejects 38% of Sri Lanka student visa applications as integrity rules tighten
Australia rejects 38% of Sri Lanka student visa applications as integrity rules tighten
Australia has begun a crackdown on visa approvals, rejecting visas for international students at record rates since the beginning of 2026. MORE..
UAE says its air defenses are responding to missiles from Iran
UAE says its air defenses are responding to missiles from Iran
The United Arab Emirates said that its air defenses are “currently dealing with a missile threat” from Iran. MORE..
Sri Lanka, Maldives push for stronger economic partnership at Colombo business forum
Sri Lanka, Maldives push for stronger economic partnership at Colombo business forum
Sri Lanka and the Maldives reaffirmed their long-standing friendship and commitment to deeper economic cooperation at the Maldives–Sri Lanka Business Forum in Colombo, with leaders from both countries highlighting shared resilience, mutual support and growing opportunities for partnership. MORE..
National Fertilizer Secretariat rejects claims of overpriced fertilizer imports
National Fertilizer Secretariat rejects claims of overpriced fertilizer imports
The National Fertilizer Secretariat has issued a clarification rejecting claims made by a representative of the National Farmers’ Collective that the government has procured fertilizer at excessively high prices. MORE..
Over Rs. 40 million in assets linked to drug network seized in Panadura
Over Rs. 40 million in assets linked to drug network seized in Panadura
The Illegal Assets Investigation Division of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has today (05) imposed restrictions on properties worth over Rs. 40 million, believed to have been acquired through a drug trafficking network linked to an associate of a major drug trafficker known as “Panadura Kudu Salindu”. MORE..
BASL expresses grave concern over President’s remarks on judiciary
BASL expresses grave concern over President’s remarks on judiciary
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has expressed grave concern at a statement made by the President at the recent May Day Rally referring to a Judicial decision due to be delivered on May 25 stating that the audience would be able to applaud the decision when delivered. MORE..
US-Iran ceasefire is ‘not over’ despite attacks in Strait of Hormuz: US Defense Secretary
US-Iran ceasefire is ‘not over’ despite attacks in Strait of Hormuz: US Defense Secretary
Asked if the ceasefire was over following Monday’s hostilities, U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said: “No, the ceasefire is not over.” MORE..
Govt clarifies complaint source in US$2.5 million cyber heist; warns of legal action over statements
Govt clarifies complaint source in US$2.5 million cyber heist; warns of legal action over statements
The complaint related to the alleged US$2.5 million loss was not made by late Ranga Rajapaksha, but by the Director General of the External Resources Department, according to Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa. MORE..
Wimal Liyanagama named new Customs Director General
Wimal Liyanagama named new Customs Director General
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to the proposal to appoint Wimal Liyanagama, a Special Grade officer of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service and the current Director General of the Department of Management Services, as the new Director General of Sri Lanka Customs. MORE..
Young Europeans turn to AI chatbots for emotional support, survey shows
Young Europeans turn to AI chatbots for emotional support, survey shows
Nearly one in two young people in Europe have used AI chatbots to discuss intimate or personal matters, as the technology increasingly serves as a source of emotional support, an Ipsos BVA survey showed on Tuesday. MORE..
UAE partial airspace closure to remain in place till May 11
UAE partial airspace closure to remain in place till May 11
The United Arab Emirates has partially closed its airspace after Iran fired missiles and drones toward the country for the first time since the ceasefire began in early April. MORE..
No need to remove Treasury Secretary over US$2.5 million cyber heist – Cabinet Spokesman
No need to remove Treasury Secretary over US$2.5 million cyber heist – Cabinet Spokesman
There is no requirement to remove the Secretary to the Ministry of Finance, Harshana Suriyapperuma from office in connection with the reported incident involving US$2.5 million intended for external debt repayment but allegedly diverted to another party, the Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Nalinda Jayatissa has stated. MORE..
Romanian government collapses after no-confidence vote
Romanian government collapses after no-confidence vote
Romanian lawmakers toppled the pro-European government of Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan in a no-confidence vote on Tuesday, private television station Digi24 reported citing sources, putting at risk the country’s sovereign debt ratings, its access to EU funds and the stability of its currency. MORE..
Human to human hantavirus transmission suspected on cruise but risk to public low, WHO says
Human to human hantavirus transmission suspected on cruise but risk to public low, WHO says
The World Health Organization said on Tuesday that it suspects some rare human to human transmission took place between close contacts on board a luxury cruise ship hit by seven confirmed or suspected hantavirus cases. MORE..
Tourist arrivals drop by 22%
Tourist arrivals drop by 22%
The number of tourist arrivals in the month of April has declined by 22.3% in comparison to April, 2025, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows. MORE..
Low-level atmospheric disturbance likely to develop near Sri Lanka
Low-level atmospheric disturbance likely to develop near Sri Lanka
The Intertropical Convergence Zone (ITCZ), along with an associated low-level atmospheric disturbance, is likely to develop in the vicinity of Sri Lanka, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Stars shine at Met Gala, fashion’s biggest night
Stars shine at Met Gala, fashion’s biggest night
The brightest stars in Hollywood, music, sports and style - led by Beyonce, Madonna and Nicole Kidman - hit the red carpet for the Met Gala, the Manhattan charity ball that doubles as fashion’s biggest night. MORE..
South Korea reviewing US proposal to join operation in Strait of Hormuz
South Korea reviewing US proposal to join operation in Strait of Hormuz
South Korea is evaluating whether to join US efforts to guide merchant ships through the Strait of Hormuz, the country’s foreign ministry said in a statement Tuesday. MORE..
WJC 2026: Global media leaders convene in South Korea to chart the future of journalism and AI
WJC 2026: Global media leaders convene in South Korea to chart the future of journalism and AI
Against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving digital landscape, the 2026 World Journalists Conference (WJC 2026) concluded successfully in South Korea, marking a significant milestone in international media collaboration. MORE..
Vietnam President’s upcoming visit carries strategic significance – Envoy
Vietnam President’s upcoming visit carries strategic significance – Envoy
Vietnamese Ambassador to Sri Lanka and Maldives Trinh Thi Tam spotlighted the outlook for Vietnam – Sri Lanka ties ahead of a May 7-8 state visit to the South Asian nation by General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) Central Committee and State President To Lam. MORE..
Govt. defends appointment of Eran as Sri Lanka Cricket Interim Chairman
Govt. defends appointment of Eran as Sri Lanka Cricket Interim Chairman
Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Nalinda Jayatissa says the appointment of former Member of Parliament Eran Wickramaratne as the Chairman of the Sri Lanka Cricket Interim Committee is a correct decision. MORE..
Colombo HC issues arrest warrant for witness in case against Johnston Fernando
Colombo HC issues arrest warrant for witness in case against Johnston Fernando
The Colombo High Court has issued a warrant for the arrest of a witness in a case filed against three defendants, including former Minister Johnston Fernando. MORE..
Iran’s Foreign Minister to visit China today
Iran’s Foreign Minister to visit China today
The Foreign Minister of Iran Abbas Araghchi is set to travel to China today as part of ongoing diplomatic consultations between Tehran and Beijing, Iran’s semi-official news agency Mehr reported Tuesday. MORE..
Sri Lanka and Maldives will continue to remain close friends: President
Sri Lanka and Maldives will continue to remain close friends: President
A special state banquet hosted by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in honour of Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, who is on a state visit to Sri Lanka, was held at the President’s House in Colombo Fort. MORE..
Opposition urges Govt. to halt remarks targeting judiciary
Opposition urges Govt. to halt remarks targeting judiciary
A group of opposition Members of Parliament have called on the government to immediately cease statements aimed at the judiciary, warning that such remarks threaten judicial independence. MORE..
Cabinet nod given to ink several MoUs with Vietnam
Cabinet nod given to ink several MoUs with Vietnam
The President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Tô Lâm is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka on May 7, following an invitation extended by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
Iran’s top negotiator warns Tehran ‘not even started’ in Hormuz standoff
Iran’s top negotiator warns Tehran ‘not even started’ in Hormuz standoff
Iran’s chief negotiator in talks with the United States warned on Tuesday (May 5) that his country has “not even started” in its standoff over the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..
Russian Health Minister concludes visit to Sri Lanka
Russian Health Minister concludes visit to Sri Lanka
The Minister of Health of Russia, Mikhail Murashko and his delegation have concluded a three-day official visit to Sri Lanka. MORE..
Sri Lanka, Thailand move to strengthen defence cooperation
Sri Lanka, Thailand move to strengthen defence cooperation
The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, together with the Defence Attaché, Air Commodore Vajira Jayakody, met with Air Chief Marshal Sakesan Kantha, the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Air Force, at the Royal Thai Air Force Headquarters...MORE..
M.K. Stalin resigns as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister
M.K. Stalin resigns as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister
DMK president M.K. Stalin has resigned as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. A communication in this regard was sent to Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Monday (May 4, 2026) night. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Eastern, Uva, North-Central provinces and in Vavuniya, Mullaitivu districts. MORE..
Court allows CCD to record statement from ‘Dematagoda Chaminda’ over ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder
Court allows CCD to record statement from ‘Dematagoda Chaminda’ over ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (05) has granted permission to the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) to record a statement from the notorious underworld figure, Chaminda Ravi Jayanath, also known as ‘‘Dematagoda Chaminda..." MORE..
First phase of VRS compensation for ex-CEB employees by May 15 – Minister
First phase of VRS compensation for ex-CEB employees by May 15 – Minister
Minister of Ports, Civil Aviation and Energy Anura Karunathilaka said compensation for Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) employees who applied for retirement under the Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) following the dissolution of the CEB is expected to be paid in two phases. MORE..
Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena granted bail
Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena granted bail
Former SriLankan Airlines’ Chief Executive Officer (CEO) 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 granted bail by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Namal congratulates Vijay, calls for a more positive relationship with Sri Lanka
Namal congratulates Vijay, calls for a more positive relationship with Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser and Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa, extended his congratulations to Indian actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar on what he described as a “resounding victory” in the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls. MORE..
12-member parliamentary select committee appointed to review election laws
12-member parliamentary select committee appointed to review election laws
A 12-member Parliamentary Select Committee has been appointed to review and report on election laws, excluding provisions relating to Provincial Council elections. MORE..
Cannabis cultivation raided in Hambegamuwa; one arrested
Cannabis cultivation raided in Hambegamuwa; one arrested
Officers attached to the Hambegamuwa Police Station in Thanamalwila raided a cannabis cultivation in the Karapinchalanda area of Hambegamuwa and arrested a suspect in connection with the operation. MORE..
Police constable arrested for accepting Rs. 200,000 bribe to release drug suspect
Police constable arrested for accepting Rs. 200,000 bribe to release drug suspect
A police constable attached to the Peliyagoda Police Headquarters has been arrested by officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) over allegations of soliciting and accepting a bribe of Rs. 200,000. MORE..
Dilith Jayaweera hails Vijay and TVK’s victory in Tamil Nadu assembly polls
Dilith Jayaweera hails Vijay and TVK’s victory in Tamil Nadu assembly polls
Sarvajana Balaya leader and Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera, extended his congratulations to Indian actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar and the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party following what he described as a victory at the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Elections. MORE..
Evacuations planned as suspected hantavirus outbreak traps 150 on cruise ship off Cape Verde
Evacuations planned as suspected hantavirus outbreak traps 150 on cruise ship off Cape Verde
Medics were working on Monday (May 4) to evacuate two people with symptoms of the deadly hantavirus after a suspected outbreak on a luxury cruise ship held off West Africa carrying mostly British, American and Spanish passengers, officials said. MORE..
Joint opposition to hold public rally against govt in Matara on May 10
Joint opposition to hold public rally against govt in Matara on May 10
The next rally in a series of public rallies organised by the Joint Opposition against the incumbent government is scheduled to be held on May 10 in Matara. MORE..
13 schoolchildren injured as van plunges into precipice in Nawalapitiya
13 schoolchildren injured as van plunges into precipice in Nawalapitiya
A van transporting school children from the Kataboolawa area of Nawalapitiya to Harangala veered off the road and plunged into a precipice near the Thispane Junction in Nawalapitiya at around 7.00 a.m. today (05). MORE..
Secret Service says it shot a man near the White House who allegedly fired toward officers
Secret Service says it shot a man near the White House who allegedly fired toward officers
The Secret Service said agents shot a man Monday near the White House who is alleged to have opened fire after he was confronted by authorities. MORE..
Three Welikada Prison guards arrested over inmate death - Police
Three Welikada Prison guards arrested over inmate death - Police
Three prison guards attached to Welikada Prison have been arrested by Sri Lanka Police following the death of an inmate yesterday who was apprehended while attempting to escape, said the Police Spokesman. MORE..
Blast at fireworks factory in China’s Hunan kills 21, Xi calls for probe, state media says
Blast at fireworks factory in China’s Hunan kills 21, Xi calls for probe, state media says
A blast at a fireworks factory in China’s Hunan province has killed 21 people and injured 61, prompting President Xi Jinping to call for a thorough investigation, state media reported on Tuesday. MORE..
New three-judge bench to hear Prageeth Ekneligoda abduction case
New three-judge bench to hear Prageeth Ekneligoda abduction case
The High Court Trial-at-Bar in Colombo has decided to recommence the long-stalled trial concerning the abduction and enforced disappearance of journalist Prageeth Ekneligoda, following a formal indictment filed by the Attorney General. MORE..
All preschools must be registered before July 1 – Minister
All preschools must be registered before July 1 – Minister
All preschools across the island must be registered before July 1 this year, according to Minister of Women and Child Affairs Saroja Savithri Paulraj. MORE..
Vijay’s TVK seeks Governor’s appointment over govt formation after big win
Vijay’s TVK seeks Governor’s appointment over govt formation after big win
Vijay’s TVK emerged as the single largest party in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections with 108 seats, but fell short of a majority. The result has triggered negotiations with Congress, PMK and other parties over support for a TVK-led government. MORE..
Iran’s assault on UAE oil hub, vessels in Hormuz lifts oil prices 6%
Iran’s assault on UAE oil hub, vessels in Hormuz lifts oil prices 6%
Oil prices surged roughly 6 percent on Monday as Iran intensified attacks on the United Arab Emirates and vessels in the Middle East Gulf over the past 24 hours, marking the most serious escalation since a U.S.-Iran ceasefire took effect in early April. MORE..
US and UAE report Iran attacks as military pushes to reopen Strait of Hormuz
US and UAE report Iran attacks as military pushes to reopen Strait of Hormuz
The US military said it fired on Iranian forces and sank six small boats targeting civilian ships as it moved to reopen the Strait of Hormuz on Monday. MORE..
37 Chinese nationals deported after detention at Welisara Centre
37 Chinese nationals deported after detention at Welisara Centre
Thirty-seven Chinese nationals including six women, who were arrested while engaging in illegal activities and detained at the Welisara Detention Centre, have been deported from Sri Lanka. MORE..
Parliament to convene today for first sitting after New Year celebrations
Parliament to convene today for first sitting after New Year celebrations
Parliament is scheduled to convene today (05) for the first time following the Sinhala and Tamil New Year holidays. MORE..
Indians vote for change in key states of West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala
Indians vote for change in key states of West Bengal, Tamil Nadu and Kerala
Assembly election results still being tallied in several states in India on May 4 reflect a strong mood for political change and signal monumental shifts in regional politics. MORE..
Trump warns Iran forces will be ‘blown off the face of the Earth’ if they target US ships
Trump warns Iran forces will be ‘blown off the face of the Earth’ if they target US ships
President Donald Trump warned [Iranian forces that they would be ‘‘blown off the face of the Earth’‘ if they attempted to target US ships in the Strait of Hormuz or Persian Gulf. MORE..
US strikes Iranian fast boats as Iran attacks UAE oil facility
US strikes Iranian fast boats as Iran attacks UAE oil facility
President Donald Trump says the US has struck seven Iranian “fast boats” in the Strait of Hormuz, as Washington seeks to guide stranded ships out of the Gulf through the largely closed waterway. MORE..
Rainfall expected to increase over the island after tomorrow
Rainfall expected to increase over the island after tomorrow
The Intertropical Convergence Zone (where winds from the Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere converge) affects the island’s weather, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
US and Iranian militaries trade shots as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate
US and Iranian militaries trade shots as Strait of Hormuz tensions escalate
The US military “blew up” six small Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday after Iran launched “multiple cruise missiles, drones and small boats” at US Navy ships and at commercial ships being “protected” by the US military, US Central Command chief Adm. Bradley Cooper told reporters. MORE..
UAE suspends Dubai, Sharjah flights after Iranian ‘drone strikes’
UAE suspends Dubai, Sharjah flights after Iranian ‘drone strikes’
Flights at major UAE hubs, including Dubai International Airport and Sharjah International Airport, were temporarily suspended following reports of a drone attack in the emirate of Fujairah, according to Iranian state media FARS News Agency. MORE..
Three Indian nationals injured in Fujairah drone attack
Three Indian nationals injured in Fujairah drone attack
Three Indian nationals were injured in a drone attack on the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone (FOIZ), authorities said on Monday, as emergency teams continued efforts to contain a fire triggered by the incident. MORE..
Explosion rocks South Korean ship at Strait of Hormuz, officials say
Explosion rocks South Korean ship at Strait of Hormuz, officials say
An explosion and fire occurred Monday on a South Korean-linked vessel at the Strait the Hormuz, according to spokesperson from the South Korean Foreign Ministry. MORE..
Letters of appointment handed over to members of Sri Lanka Cricket Transformation Committee
Letters of appointment handed over to members of Sri Lanka Cricket Transformation Committee
The official appointment letters for the members of the newly established “Cricket Transformation Committee” (CTC) were handed over today (04) by the Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Hon. Sunil Kumara Gamage.
UAE reports large fire at oil port after drone attack from Iran
UAE reports large fire at oil port after drone attack from Iran
The United Arab Emirates on Monday sent out an alert for potential missile threats throughout the country, the first in just under a month when the United States and Iran agreed to a ceasefire. MORE..
Citizenship of Finance Ministry Secretary under scrutiny
Citizenship of Finance Ministry Secretary under scrutiny
A letter containing five questions has been submitted by the “Dinana Dakuna” organization, raising concerns over the citizenship status of Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, the Secretary to the Ministry of Finance. MORE..
PM Narendra Modi calls Bengal election verdict ‘unprecedented, historic’
PM Narendra Modi calls Bengal election verdict ‘unprecedented, historic’
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP National President Nitin Nabin addressed the nation to celebrate a landmark electoral performance, following the declaration of results earlier today. MORE..
Welikada inmate dies after escape attempt, probe underway
Welikada inmate dies after escape attempt, probe underway
A prison inmate serving a sentence at Welikada Prison has died after being hospitalised following an incident linked to an attempted escape. MORE..
UAE accuses Iran of attacking ADNOC oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz
UAE accuses Iran of attacking ADNOC oil tanker in Strait of Hormuz
The United Arab Emirates on Monday accused Iran of attacking an empty crude oil tanker belonging to the Abu Dhabi state oil firm ADNOC with drones as it attempted to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..
PM Harini, Maldivian President Muizzu hold talks to improve bilateral ties
PM Harini, Maldivian President Muizzu hold talks to improve bilateral ties
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and visiting President of the Maldives Dr. Mohamed Muizzu have held cordial discussions in Colombo today. MORE..
Kuwaiti crude oil exports fell to zero in April, with Hormuz effectively shut
Kuwaiti crude oil exports fell to zero in April, with Hormuz effectively shut
Kuwaiti crude oil exports tumbled from more than one million barrels a day to zero in April, according to Iranian media, marking the “first such disruption” since the end of the Gulf War in 1991. MORE..
Russian Health Minister pledges support to strengthen Sri Lanka’s health system
Russian Health Minister pledges support to strengthen Sri Lanka’s health system
Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa and visiting Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko held talks in Colombo on strengthening Sri Lanka’s primary healthcare system and expanding the use of modern technology, including artificial intelligence in the health sector. MORE..
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin defeated in Assembly Election
Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin defeated in Assembly Election
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin on Monday (May 4, 2026) was defeated in his Kolathur Assembly constituency, a seat he had represented thrice since 2011. He is the fourth sitting Chief Minister in Tamil Nadu to lose an Assembly election. MORE..
Sri Lanka sees surge in alcohol production and consumption
Sri Lanka sees surge in alcohol production and consumption
Statistics indicate that alcohol consumption in Sri Lanka is on the rise, according to the Alcohol and Drug Information Centre. MORE..
Sarvajana Balaya condemns alleged unconstitutional remarks against judiciary
Sarvajana Balaya condemns alleged unconstitutional remarks against judiciary
The Sarvajana Balaya has strongly condemned what it describes as an unconstitutional attack on the independence of the judiciary by the government. MORE..
Sri Lanka appoints first Ambassador-level Representative to Palestine
Sri Lanka appoints first Ambassador-level Representative to Palestine
For the first time, a new representative from Sri Lanka, equivalent to an Ambassador, has been appointed to Palestine, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. MORE..
Oil jumps by 5% after report of US warship being hit by missiles
Oil jumps by 5% after report of US warship being hit by missiles
Oil prices rose about 5% on Monday after Iran’s Fars news agency reported an incident with a U.S. warship in the Strait of Hormuz, sparking concerns over a prolonged disruption in the vital oil transit route. MORE..
Online bus seat reservation fee to be reduced to around Rs. 30 – Minister
Online bus seat reservation fee to be reduced to around Rs. 30 – Minister
Long-distance passengers will in future be required to pay only a nominal fee of around Rs. 30 when reserving seats through the online booking system, Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development Bimal Rathnayake has announced. MORE..
US denies Iranian claim it struck American warship
US denies Iranian claim it struck American warship
US Central Command (Centcom) denies that one of its warships has been struck by two Iranian missiles. MORE..
India emerging as next major growth market for Swiss watchmakers
India emerging as next major growth market for Swiss watchmakers
Swiss luxury watch brands are opening new retail centres, forging new partnerships and setting ambitious growth targets in India as demand rises among the country’s affluent consumers. MORE..
Steps taken for national unity will not be reversed – President
Steps taken for national unity will not be reversed – President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasised the need for a country in which Sinhalese, Tamil and Muslim communities live together in harmony and brotherhood and reaffirmed that the strong steps taken towards national unity will not, under any circumstances, be reversed. MORE..
12 dengue deaths, including two children, reported in Sri Lanka so far this year
12 dengue deaths, including two children, reported in Sri Lanka so far this year
A total of 12 dengue-related deaths have been recorded so far this year, including two children under the age of 12, according to the National Dengue Control Unit. MORE..
Iran hits US warship with two missiles near Strait of Hormuz - state media
Iran hits US warship with two missiles near Strait of Hormuz - state media
Iran has said it stopped a US warship from entering the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..
FM Vijitha Herath holds talks with visiting Maldivian President
FM Vijitha Herath holds talks with visiting Maldivian President
Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath has held discussions with the visiting President of the Maldives, Dr. Mohamed Muizzu. MORE..
Modi’s party set to gain big in Indian state elections
Modi’s party set to gain big in Indian state elections
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s party was on course to win two of four crucial state elections on Monday (May 4), expanding its influence and weakening its key rival half-way into his third term in office. MORE..
Supreme Court dismisses SLMC leaders petition without consideration
Supreme Court dismisses SLMC leaders petition without consideration
The Supreme Court today (04) decided to dismiss, without hearing, a petition filed by the leader of the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress, Rauf Hakeem, and its General Secretary, Nizam Kariapper. MORE..
El Niño conditions expected to develop during Southwest monsoon period – Met. Department
El Niño conditions expected to develop during Southwest monsoon period – Met. Department
Sri Lanka is expected to face developing El Niño conditions during the upcoming southwest monsoon season, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Pakistan facilitates return of Iranian crew from US-seized ship
Pakistan facilitates return of Iranian crew from US-seized ship
Pakistan said on Monday (May 4) it had facilitated the transfer of 22 Iranian crew members from a US-seized vessel, describing the move as a “confidence-building measure” amid fragile diplomatic contacts between Washington and Tehran. MORE..
VAT revision from July 1 a Tax simplification move, not increase – Deputy Minister
VAT revision from July 1 a Tax simplification move, not increase – Deputy Minister
The Deputy Minister of Economic Development, Nishantha Jayaweera has clarified reports surrounding the gazette notification issued to revise Value Added Tax (VAT) with effect from July 1. MORE..
At least 12 wounded after Oklahoma party shooting
At least 12 wounded after Oklahoma party shooting
At least 12 people are being treated in hospital after a shooting at a party in Oklahoma. MORE..
Free Lawyers call for probe into President’s remarks on pending court ruling
Free Lawyers call for probe into President’s remarks on pending court ruling
The Free Lawyers Organization has called for an investigation into remarks made by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake concerning judicial decisions during a May Day rally. MORE..
Lands allocated in Sri Lanka and Maldives for High Commissions - President
Lands allocated in Sri Lanka and Maldives for High Commissions - President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake expressed his gratitude to the President of the Maldives, Mohamed Muizzu, for undertaking the official visit to Sri Lanka, noting that it was in response to an invitation extended during his own visit to the Maldives in 2025. MORE..
Iran warns US Navy to stay clear of Hormuz after Trump says US to help stranded ships
Iran warns US Navy to stay clear of Hormuz after Trump says US to help stranded ships
Iran’s military warned U.S. forces on Monday not to enter the Strait of Hormuz after President Donald Trump said the United States would start helping to free ships stranded in the Gulf by the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran. MORE..
Vesak ‘Dansal’ registration commences as PHIs issue safety guidelines
Vesak ‘Dansal’ registration commences as PHIs issue safety guidelines
The Public Health Inspectors’ Union (PHIU) of Sri Lanka has announced that the registration process for Dansal organized in connection with the upcoming Vesak festival has officially commenced. MORE..
Shakira thrills a crowd of 2 million with free concert on Brazil’s Copacabana beach
Shakira thrills a crowd of 2 million with free concert on Brazil’s Copacabana beach
Colombian superstar Shakira gave a free concert on Copacabana Beach in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday night, an event that the city’s mayor said drew 2 million people to one of the world’s most iconic waterfronts. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Eastern, Uva provinces and, Kalutara, Polonnaruwa, Galle and Matara districts. MORE..
Sri Lanka and Maldives sign seven MoUs to strengthen bilateral cooperation
Sri Lanka and Maldives sign seven MoUs to strengthen bilateral cooperation
Seven Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) have been signed between Sri Lanka and the Maldives during the state visit of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, reflecting a shared commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation across multiple sectors. MORE..
Two suspects linked to ‘‘Loku Pattie’’ arrested with pistol and drugs in Balapitiya
Two suspects linked to ‘‘Loku Pattie’’ arrested with pistol and drugs in Balapitiya
A suspect has been arrested in the Ambalangoda, Balapitiya area for the possession of a foreign-manufactured pistol, one magazine, 16 live rounds of ammunition, and 11.5 grams of the narcotic substance ‘‘Ice’’ (Crystal Methamphetamine). MORE..
Sajith Premadasa criticizes planned VAT increases, calls policy “extraction”
Sajith Premadasa criticizes planned VAT increases, calls policy “extraction”
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has criticized the government’s upcoming Value Added Tax (VAT) changes, saying that from July 1 Sri Lanka will widen the VAT net, raise rates, and tighten enforcement simultaneously. MORE..
Official state ceremony held to welcome Maldivian President in Colombo
Official state ceremony held to welcome Maldivian President in Colombo
The official state reception ceremony for Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, who arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday (04) on a three-day official visit, was held today (05). MORE..
Assembly poll: Vijay’s TVK emerges as single largest in Tamil Nadu
Assembly poll: Vijay’s TVK emerges as single largest in Tamil Nadu
In Tamil Nadu, the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) party, led by actor Vijay, is making significant gains, overtaking the ruling DMK. Early results show TVK leading in 66 constituencies, with the DMK ahead in 49 and AIADMK in 45. MORE..
548 suspects arrested as police screen over 26,000 in island-wide raids
548 suspects arrested as police screen over 26,000 in island-wide raids
Under the directives of the Inspector General of Police (IGP), a large number of individuals were taken into custody during island-wide operations conducted to prevent crime and drug trafficking. MORE..
Amsterdam bans public adverts for meat and fossil fuels
Amsterdam bans public adverts for meat and fossil fuels
Amsterdam has become the world’s first capital city to ban public advertisements for both meat and fossil fuel products. Since 1 May, adverts for burgers, petrol cars and airlines have been stripped from billboards, tram shelters, and metro stations. MORE..
Three dead in suspected virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship
Three dead in suspected virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship
Three people have died after a suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean, the World Health Organization (WHO) has told the BBC. MORE..
Vietnamese President To Lam to visit Sri Lanka on May 7
Vietnamese President To Lam to visit Sri Lanka on May 7
General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and President of Vietnam To Lam, together with a high-ranking delegation of the country, is going to pay a state visit to Sri Lanka from May 7 to 8. MORE..
Janitorial supervisor of Kandy National Hospital injured in shooting at Katugastota
Janitorial supervisor of Kandy National Hospital injured in shooting at Katugastota
A janitorial supervisor of the National Hospital in Kandy has been injured and hospitalised following a shooting incident at Gohagoda, in Katugastota, according to police.
120 foreign nationals remanded over illegal financial operations in Rajagiriya
120 foreign nationals remanded over illegal financial operations in Rajagiriya
The group of foreign nationals arrested, yesterday (03), at a location on Meda Welikada Road in Rajagiriya has been remanded in custody. MORE..
Oil slips after Trump says US will help free ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz
Oil slips after Trump says US will help free ships stranded in Strait of Hormuz
Oil prices eased on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States would begin an effort to free up ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz, however the lack of a U.S.-Iran peace deal kept prices supported above $100. MORE..
Maldivian President to receive state welcome in Sri Lanka today
Maldivian President to receive state welcome in Sri Lanka today
The official state reception ceremony for Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu, who arrived in Sri Lanka, yesterday (04), on a three-day official visit, is scheduled to take place today (04). MORE..
Trump says US and Iran in ‘positive’ talks, unveils plan to escort Hormuz ships
Trump says US and Iran in ‘positive’ talks, unveils plan to escort Hormuz ships
President Donald Trump said on Sunday (May 3) that the United States was conducting “very positive discussions” with Iran, as he outlined a plan for US forces to escort ships through the blocked Strait of Hormuz beginning Monday. MORE..
Trump announces ‘Project Freedom’ to help stranded ships leave Strait of Hormuz
Trump announces ‘Project Freedom’ to help stranded ships leave Strait of Hormuz
The United States will launch an effort on Monday (May 4, 2026) to “guide” stranded ships from the Iran-gripped Strait of Hormuz, President Donald Trump said, giving few details about what could be a sweeping effort to help hundreds of vessels and some 20,000 seafarers. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in some parts of the island
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in some parts of the island
Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-western and Eastern provinces and in Polonnaruwa, Galle and Matara districts after 2.00 pm, today (04), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Cargo ship attacked off Iran approaching Strait of Hormuz
Cargo ship attacked off Iran approaching Strait of Hormuz
A bulk carrier has been attacked by multiple small vessels off the coast of Iran. MORE..
Lance Corporal arrested on bribery charges
Lance Corporal arrested on bribery charges
A Lance Corporal serving at the Pandulagama Army Camp in Anuradhapura has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption on charges of soliciting and accepting a bribe of Rs. 129,600. MORE..
Indian Prime Minister hails Mission Drishti as major space milestone
Indian Prime Minister hails Mission Drishti as major space milestone
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday praised Mission Drishti by GalaxEye, calling it a major achievement in India’s growing space journey. MORE..
Man missing after being swept away at Katukurunda Beach
Man missing after being swept away at Katukurunda Beach
A 55-year-old man has been reported missing after being swept away by strong sea currents while bathing at the Katukurunda Beach in Kalutara this evening (03), police said. MORE..
Trump says he is likely to reject peace proposal as Iran has ‘not yet paid a big enough price’
Trump says he is likely to reject peace proposal as Iran has ‘not yet paid a big enough price’
United States President Donald Trump said that he had yet to review the exact wording of a new Iranian peace proposal but he was unlikely to accept it, because the Iranians had not yet “paid a big enough price”. MORE..
Free Lawyers call for COPA probe into US$2.5 cyber heist
Free Lawyers call for COPA probe into US$2.5 cyber heist
The Free Lawyers Organisation has called for an investigation through the Committee on Public Accounts (COPA) into the alleged misappropriation of US$2.5 million from the Treasury. MORE..
NFF condemns Govt statements undermining public confidence in judiciary
NFF condemns Govt statements undermining public confidence in judiciary
The National Freedom Front (NFF) has strongly condemned recent statements made by the government, alleging that they undermine public confidence in the judiciary. MORE..
Shooting reported at Galle Prison
Shooting reported at Galle Prison
A shooting incident has been reported inside the Galle Prison, the Police Media Division said. MORE..
No food price hikes despite fuel price revision: Restaurant owners
No food price hikes despite fuel price revision: Restaurant owners
Food prices will not be increased despite yesterday’s fuel price revision, according to the Chairman of the All Ceylon Restaurant Owners Association, Harshana Rukshan. MORE..
Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu arrives in Sri Lanka
Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu arrives in Sri Lanka
The President of the Maldives, Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has arrived in Sri Lanka on an invitation extended by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
Suspect injured after police open fire during escape attempt
Suspect injured after police open fire during escape attempt
A suspect has been injured after police opened fire when he allegedly attempted to escape custody while being taken to the Galgamuwa Magistrate’s Court today (03). MORE..
Met. Dept. warns of increased lightning risk amid ongoing rainy weather
Met. Dept. warns of increased lightning risk amid ongoing rainy weather
There is a risk of strong lightning activity due to the prevailing rainy weather conditions across the country, the Department of Meteorology has stated. MORE..
No official notice issued to Mahinda Rajapaksa over Airbus case, says spokesman
No official notice issued to Mahinda Rajapaksa over Airbus case, says spokesman
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has not received any official notice or communication from the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) regarding the Airbus transaction, his media spokesman Attorney Manoj Gamage said. MORE..
80 million deaths annually linked to tobacco use worldwide
80 million deaths annually linked to tobacco use worldwide
Nearly 80 million people die globally each year due to the use of tobacco products, the Chairperson of the National Authority on Tobacco and Alcohol (NATA), Specialist Dr. Ananda Rathnayake, has stated. MORE..
Two killed in ‘suspicious’ Bristol house explosion in UK as major incident declared
Two killed in ‘suspicious’ Bristol house explosion in UK as major incident declared
Two adults have died after an explosion at a house in Sterncourt Road, Bristol, this morning, Avon and Somerset Police said. MORE..
Israel approves plan to buy F-35 and F-15IA fighter jets
Israel approves plan to buy F-35 and F-15IA fighter jets
Israel gave final approval for a plan to purchase two new combat squadrons of F-35 and F-15IA advanced fighter aircraft from Lockheed Martin and Boeing in a deal worth tens of billions of dollars, the defence ministry said on Sunday (May 3). MORE..
Vehicle prices expected to rise due to exchange rate and tax increases
Vehicle prices expected to rise due to exchange rate and tax increases
Prasad Manange, the President of the Vehicle Importers’ Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL) has warned that vehicle prices are expected to increase in the near future due to the continued depreciation of the Sri Lankan Rupee against the US Dollar. MORE..
Authorities widen probe into US$2.5 million cyber heist
Authorities widen probe into US$2.5 million cyber heist
Comprehensive investigations are currently underway into an incident in which US$2.5 million belonging to the Ministry of Finance was allegedly misappropriated by a group of fraudsters, the Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated. MORE..
Fire breaks out in residential building in east Delhi, nine killed
Fire breaks out in residential building in east Delhi, nine killed
At least nine people were killed after a fire broke out in a residential building in east Delhi’s Vivek Vihar early Sunday (May 3, 2026), according to Delhi Fire Services officials. MORE..
Three-wheeler operators call for fare hike and higher fuel quota
Three-wheeler operators call for fare hike and higher fuel quota
The National Joint Three-Wheeler Drivers and Industrial Workers’ Association (NJTWDIWA) has called for an increase in three-wheeler fares following yesterday’s fuel price revision. MORE..
No bus fare revision despite fuel price hike - Operators
No bus fare revision despite fuel price hike - Operators
Operators have confirmed that bus fares will not be revised despite the latest fuel price revision yesterday (02). MORE..
Fertilizer transport charges for Yala Season hiked; Farmers raise concerns
Fertilizer transport charges for Yala Season hiked; Farmers raise concerns
Farmers have raised concerns over a sharp increase in transport charges for the transportation of fertilizer for the Yala season. MORE..
VAT amendments to take effect from July 1
VAT amendments to take effect from July 1
The Gazette containing amendments to the Value Added Tax (VAT) system, which will come into effect from July 1, has been issued by the Ministry of Finance, Planning & Economic Development. MORE..
School transport fares likely to increase due to fuel price hike
School transport fares likely to increase due to fuel price hike
The All-Island School Children Transportation Association says that with the recent revision in fuel prices, particularly the increase in diesel, school transport fares will also have to be raised. MORE..
Ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa, ex-minister Piyankara Jayaratne summoned to CIABOC
Ex-President Mahinda Rajapaksa, ex-minister Piyankara Jayaratne summoned to CIABOC
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa and former Minister Piyankara Jayaratne have been summoned to appear before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) on May 12, 2026. MORE..
Around 120 foreign nationals arrested over illegal financial operations in Rajagiriya
Around 120 foreign nationals arrested over illegal financial operations in Rajagiriya
Around 120 foreign nationals have been arrested by police at a location on Meda Welikada Road in Rajagiriya. MORE..
Over 590 arrested in island-wide crime and anti- drug operations
Over 590 arrested in island-wide crime and anti- drug operations
Acting on the instructions of the Inspector General of Police (IGP), a large number of individuals have been taken into custody during ongoing island-wide operations targeting crime and drug prevention. MORE..
Vesak Full Moon Poya Day confirmed for May 30 amid public debate
Vesak Full Moon Poya Day confirmed for May 30 amid public debate
The Department of Buddhist Affairs has issued a clarification regarding the observance of Vesak Full Moon Poya Day this year on May 30. MORE..
Lanka IOC increases Petrol 92 and Auto Diesel prices
Lanka IOC increases Petrol 92 and Auto Diesel prices
Lanka IOC (LIOC) has increased the prices of Petrol Octane 92 and Auto Diesel, aligning its rates with those of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (Ceypetco). MORE..
All necessary measures taken to systematically curb drug trafficking – Defence Secretary
All necessary measures taken to systematically curb drug trafficking – Defence Secretary
Defence Secretary, retired Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha, stated that all necessary steps have been taken to systematically control drug trafficking in the country. MORE..
Maldivian President to arrive in Sri Lanka today
Maldivian President to arrive in Sri Lanka today
President of the Republic of Maldives Dr. Mohammed Muizzu is scheduled to undertake a State Visit to Sri Lanka today (03), on the invitation of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
Oil tanker hijacked off coast of Yemen and taken towards Somalia
Oil tanker hijacked off coast of Yemen and taken towards Somalia
Somali pirates have hijacked an oil tanker off the coast of Yemen, according to multiple Somali security officials that spoke with the BBC. MORE..
Trump says US could restart Iran strikes ‘if they misbehave’
Trump says US could restart Iran strikes ‘if they misbehave’
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Saturday he had been told about the concept of a deal with Iran, but was waiting for the exact wording, while warning there was still the possibility of restarting strikes on the country if Tehran misbehaves. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-western, North-central and Eastern provinces and in Badulla, Galle and Matara districts after 2.00 pm, today (03), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Fuel prices increased
Fuel prices increased
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (Ceypetco) has announced a revision of fuel prices, effective from midnight today (02). MORE..
‘Colombo is a port for India’: Ceylon Chamber chief
‘Colombo is a port for India’: Ceylon Chamber chief
In a significant affirmation of deepening India-Sri Lanka economic ties, Krishan Balendra, Chairman of the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce and John Keells Group, described Colombo as “a port for India” during his address at the ZEE Media WION Global Innovation & Leadership Summit held in Colombo on Saturday. MORE..
37 Chinese nationals arrested on suspicion of online scams remanded
37 Chinese nationals arrested on suspicion of online scams remanded
Thirty-seven Chinese nationals, including a woman, have been arrested and remanded on suspicion of engaging in online financial scams in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Iranian proposal rejected by Trump would open strait before nuclear talks: Iran official
Iranian proposal rejected by Trump would open strait before nuclear talks: Iran official
An Iranian proposal so far rejected by U.S. President Donald Trump would open shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and end the U.S. blockade of Iran while leaving talks on Iran’s nuclear programme for later, a senior Iranian official said on Saturday. MORE..
22 monks arrested with narcotics at BIA remanded
22 monks arrested with narcotics at BIA remanded
The group of 22 Buddhist monks recently arrested over the smuggling of “Kush” cannabis and “Hashish” from Thailand have been remanded until May 12 by the Negombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
‘Feels good when India thrives’: MP Harsha de Silva says Sri Lanka ‘part of Indian story’
‘Feels good when India thrives’: MP Harsha de Silva says Sri Lanka ‘part of Indian story’
Sri Lankan economist and politician Harsha de Silva on Saturday lauded India’s growth over the years, saying that it feels good when India is doing well. MORE..
Shiral calls for ‘psychological autopsy’ into death of Finance Ministry official
Shiral calls for ‘psychological autopsy’ into death of Finance Ministry official
Former Western Provincial Councillor and Attorney-at-Law Shiral Lakthilake says that a psychological autopsy should be conducted on the death of the Assistant Director of the Finance Ministry’s Foreign Resources Department, who was suspended in connection with the alleged misappropriation of USD 2.5 million linked to a suspected cyber theft. MORE..
Thirteen killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, health ministry says
Thirteen killed in Israeli strikes on southern Lebanon, health ministry says
At least 13 people, including four women and a child, have been killed in Israeli air strikes on southern Lebanon, the Lebanese health ministry said. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Brief Garden featured in New York Times Style Magazine
Sri Lanka’s Brief Garden featured in New York Times Style Magazine
Brief Garden in Beruwala has been featured in The New York Times Style Magazine’s latest feature titled “Nine Artists on the Gardens They’ll Never Forget.” MORE..
Special traffic plan announced for Maldivian President’s visit
Special traffic plan announced for Maldivian President’s visit
Sri Lanka Police have taken steps to implement a special traffic plan in view of the upcoming official visit of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu to Sri Lanka. MORE..
India’s historic rise a gateway for Sri Lanka’s future collaboration and progress – Sajith
India’s historic rise a gateway for Sri Lanka’s future collaboration and progress – Sajith
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa says that the relationship between Sri Lanka and India must never be viewed through the prism of competition, but rather embraced as a tremendous opportunity for mutual prosperity. MORE...
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Northern, North-Central, Central, Sabaragamuwa, Eastern and in Uva provinces. MORE..
22 monks arrested with narcotics at BIA to be produced before court today
22 monks arrested with narcotics at BIA to be produced before court today
A group of 22 Buddhist monks recently arrested over the smuggling of “Kush” cannabis and “Hashish” from Thailand are scheduled to be produced before the Negombo Magistrate’s Court again today (02). MORE..
Final rites of FinMin official suspended over $2.5M cyber fraud to be held today
Final rites of FinMin official suspended over $2.5M cyber fraud to be held today
The final rites of the Assistant Director of the External Resources Department of the Ministry of Finance Ranga Nishantha Rajapaksa, who was found dead while under suspension in connection with the alleged misappropriation of USD 2.5 million linked to a cyber heist, are scheduled to be performed this evening (02). MORE..
Suspect arrested with foreign-made pistol in Pannala
Suspect arrested with foreign-made pistol in Pannala
A 38-year-old suspect has been arrested in the Hunuwila area of Pannala for the possession of a foreign-made pistol. MORE..
Spirit Airlines faces potential shutdown as bailout negotiations stall
Spirit Airlines faces potential shutdown as bailout negotiations stall
Spirit Airlines is reportedly preparing to shut down indefinitely after filing for bankruptcy last summer, as recent government bailout negotiations appear to have failed. MORE..
One killed in head-on motorcycle collision in Horowpathana
One killed in head-on motorcycle collision in Horowpathana
One person has died following a head-on collision between two motorcycles at the 134th kilometre post along the Puttalam-Trincomalee road in Horowpathana. MORE..
Over 25,000 dengue cases reported so far in 2026
Over 25,000 dengue cases reported so far in 2026
The National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU) says that a total of 25,082 dengue cases have been reported across Sri Lanka so far in 2026. MORE..
Trump says US Navy acting ‘like pirates’ to carry out naval blockade of Iranian ports
Trump says US Navy acting ‘like pirates’ to carry out naval blockade of Iranian ports
President Donald Trump said on Friday the U.S. Navy was acting “like pirates” in carrying out Washington’s naval blockade of Iranian ports during the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran. MORE..
US to cut troop levels in Germany by 5,000 amid Trump spat with Merz
US to cut troop levels in Germany by 5,000 amid Trump spat with Merz
The US Defence Department plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, amid a spat between President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over the war with Iran. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals surpass 850,000 so far this year
Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals surpass 850,000 so far this year
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) stated that the number of tourist arrivals in Sri Lanka so far this year has crossed the 850,000 mark. MORE..
Teenager drowns while swimming in Katupila Lake
Teenager drowns while swimming in Katupila Lake
A 16-year-old schoolboy has drowned while swimming in Katupila Lake within the Sewanagala Police Division. MORE..
Vesak ‘Dansal’ registration to begin Monday
Vesak ‘Dansal’ registration to begin Monday
Public Health Inspectors Union (PHIU) says registration of Vesak ‘Dansal’ will commence from Monday (04) ahead of the upcoming Vesak celebrations. MORE..
AI actors and writers will be ineligible for Oscars
AI actors and writers will be ineligible for Oscars
Academy Awards organizers issued new rules on Friday to clarify that acting and writing must be performed by humans and not artificial intelligence to be eligible for the movie industry’s highest honors. MORE..
Netflix to give Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia’ wide theatrical release, marking a first
Netflix to give Greta Gerwig’s ‘Narnia’ wide theatrical release, marking a first
Netflix on Friday said it would put filmmaker Greta Gerwig’s “Narnia: The Magician’s Nephew” movie in wide theatrical release next year, where it will play exclusively for more than 45 days - a first for the streaming service. MORE..
US Treasury warns shippers not to pay Hormuz tolls, even in form of charity
US Treasury warns shippers not to pay Hormuz tolls, even in form of charity
Any shipper paying tolls to Iran for passage through the Strait of Hormuz, including charitable donations to organizations such as the Iranian Red Crescent Society, is at risk of punitive sanctions, the U.S. Treasury warned on Friday. MORE..
At least 11 dead in western Mexico after bus careens off highway
At least 11 dead in western Mexico after bus careens off highway
A holiday Labor Day weekend turned tragic on Friday as at least 11 people died and 31 others were injured when a tourist bus crashed in Mexico’s western state of Nayarit. MORE..
Trump says he’s dissatisfied with Iranian proposal as rift with allies deepens
Trump says he’s dissatisfied with Iranian proposal as rift with allies deepens
US President Donald Trump said on Friday he was not satisfied with the latest Iranian proposal for talks on the Iran war, while Iran’s foreign minister said Tehran was ready for diplomacy if the United States changes its approach. MORE..
Showers expected in several provinces after 1pm today
Showers expected in several provinces after 1pm today
Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva and Eastern provinces and in Polonnaruwa, Galle and Matara districts after 1.00 pm, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
Trump says he will raise tariffs on EU autos to 25%
Trump says he will raise tariffs on EU autos to 25%
U.S. President Donald Trump on Friday said he would be increasing tariffs on cars and trucks from the European Union to 25%, saying the EU had not complied with its trade deal. MORE..
First Sri Lankan Hajj pilgrim group of 2026 departs for Jeddah
First Sri Lankan Hajj pilgrim group of 2026 departs for Jeddah
Marking the commencement of the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage season, the first group of 325 Sri Lankan pilgrims departed from Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, today (01). MORE..
High-level talks held between Sri Lanka and Pakistan on strengthening ties
High-level talks held between Sri Lanka and Pakistan on strengthening ties
High Commissioner of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Sri Lanka, Major General (Retd) Nayyar Naseer, met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Temple Trees premises. MORE..
Cause of death revealed of Finance Ministry official interdicted over $2.5M cyber fraud
Cause of death revealed of Finance Ministry official interdicted over $2.5M cyber fraud
The death of the Assistant Director of the External Resources Department of the Ministry of Finance, who had been interdicted in connection with the alleged misappropriation of USD 2.5 million linked to a cyber heist, has been confirmed as a suicide. MORE..
Minor fuel price hike may be necessary, says President
Minor fuel price hike may be necessary, says President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that a crisis situation has emerged in the country’s energy sector, citing rising global fuel and coal prices as well as declining water levels in reservoirs. MORE..
SJB and UNP have already united - Sajith declares at May Day rally
SJB and UNP have already united - Sajith declares at May Day rally
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has declared that the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and the United National Party (UNP) have already united. MORE..
Princess Diana’s unheard recordings set to be revealed in new docuseries
Princess Diana’s unheard recordings set to be revealed in new docuseries
A new three-part documentary series is set to explore the private life of Princess Diana, featuring never-before-heard audio recordings that are expected to shed fresh light on her time within the royal family. MORE..
Trump to remove whisky tariffs after King Charles’ visit
Trump to remove whisky tariffs after King Charles’ visit
US president Donald Trump has said he will remove all tariffs and restrictions on whisky imports in honour of King Charles and Queen Camilla’s state visit to the US. MORE..
Iran sends latest proposal to US in negotiations for deal to end war, Iranian media reports
Iran sends latest proposal to US in negotiations for deal to end war, Iranian media reports
Iran has sent its latest proposal to the US to end the war via Pakistani mediators, according to Iranian media outlet IRNA. MORE..
Over 160,000 arrested in drug-related cases in the past six months - Police
Over 160,000 arrested in drug-related cases in the past six months - Police
Sri Lanka Police have stated that investigations into illegal assets have been initiated against 289 individuals arrested during island-wide raids conducted over the past six months under the “Ratama Ekata - National Operation”. MORE..
Probe launched into fire at Kalutara Inland Revenue Dept office
Probe launched into fire at Kalutara Inland Revenue Dept office
The Department of Inland Revenue (IRD) states that police and relevant authorities have launched investigations into the fire that broke out at the Kalutara Regional Office. MORE..
Sri Lanka and Nepal reaffirm bilateral ties during Ambassador’s farewell call on PM
Sri Lanka and Nepal reaffirm bilateral ties during Ambassador’s farewell call on PM
The Ambassador of Nepal to Sri Lanka, Dr. Purna Bahadur Nepali, paid a farewell courtesy call on Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Temple Trees premises. MORE..
Wasantha Mudalige alleges govt plan to hand over biometric data to Indian company
Wasantha Mudalige alleges govt plan to hand over biometric data to Indian company
Former Convener of the Inter-University Students’ Federation (IUSF), Wasantha Mudalige, has claimed that there is a plan to hand over the biometric data (fingerprints and iris scans) of Sri Lankan citizens to an Indian company. MORE..
Britney Spears charged in California with driving under influence
Britney Spears charged in California with driving under influence
Prosecutors in California have filed a criminal charge against Britney Spears over her arrest last month for allegedly driving under the influence. MORE..
Apple says iPhone 17 ‘most popular ever’ as sales soar
Apple says iPhone 17 ‘most popular ever’ as sales soar
Apple has seen demand for its iPhone reach new heights with sales growth in China outpacing all other regions. MORE..
Ex-President Ranil Wickremesinghe extends greetings to SJB May Day Rally
Ex-President Ranil Wickremesinghe extends greetings to SJB May Day Rally
Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has issued a congratulatory message to the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) on the occasion of its May Day rally held today (01). MORE..
A 17th Century ‘supercomputer’ once owned by Indian royalty sells for record in auction
A 17th Century ‘supercomputer’ once owned by Indian royalty sells for record in auction
A spectacular brass astrolabe - or a hand-held astronomical computer - from the 17th Century, once part of the royal collection of Jaipur city in western India, has been sold for more than £2m ($2.75m) at an auction in London. MORE..
Seven-year-old boy sets world record with 29km swim from Sri Lanka to India
Seven-year-old boy sets world record with 29km swim from Sri Lanka to India
Seven-year-old swimmer Ishank from Ranchi has achieved a rare feat by crossing a challenging sea route between Sri Lanka and India, setting a new world record at a very young age. MORE..
MP Dilith Jayaweera accuses govt of misusing state power against working class
MP Dilith Jayaweera accuses govt of misusing state power against working class
The leader of ‘Sarvajana Balaya’, Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera, stated that the “theatrical politics” of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has no future and alleged that the current administration has become one of the most corrupt governments within a short period of time. MORE..
‘2026 will go down in history as year of justice against corruption’ - President
‘2026 will go down in history as year of justice against corruption’ - President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that the National People’s Power (NPP) government is the only administration in Sri Lanka to have secured the full confidence of the people. MORE..
Traffic limited to single lane on Gelanigama–Dodangoda stretch of expressway
Traffic limited to single lane on Gelanigama–Dodangoda stretch of expressway
Sri Lanka Police have announced that traffic on the Gelanigama–Dodangoda section of the Southern Expressway has been restricted to a single lane in the direction of Matara due to ongoing road repair work. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, North-Central provinces and in Vavuniya, Mullaittivu, Kilinochchi, Mannar, Kurunegala and Trincomalee districts. MORE..
Large groundwater source discovered in Urubokka, easing drinking water crisis
Large groundwater source discovered in Urubokka, easing drinking water crisis
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) said that it has discovered a large groundwater source in the Mananketiya area of Urubokka, offering a potential solution to the severe drinking water shortage affecting the area. MORE..
Circular issued to regularize casual-substitute public sector employees with permanent appointments
Circular issued to regularize casual-substitute public sector employees with permanent appointments
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has issued Circular No. 11/2026, introducing a mechanism to grant permanent appointments to employees recruited to public sector institutions on a temporary, casual, substitute, contract, or relief basis. MORE..
Special JMO panel appointed for interdicted Finance Ministry official’s post-mortem
Special JMO panel appointed for interdicted Finance Ministry official’s post-mortem
A panel of four Judicial Medical Consultants has been appointed to conduct the post-mortem examination of the Assistant Director of the Finance Ministry’s Department of External Resources, who had been under suspension over allegations related to the misappropriation of Treasury funds, the Secretary to the Ministry of Health said. MORE..
Fertiliser boss says war puts 10 billion meals a week at risk
Fertiliser boss says war puts 10 billion meals a week at risk
The interruption to supplies of fertiliser and its key ingredients due to the war in Iran could cost up to ten billion meals a week and will hit poorest countries hardest, according to the boss of one of the world’s biggest fertiliser producers. MORE..
21-year-old arrested with Ice and heroin in Madampitiya
21-year-old arrested with Ice and heroin in Madampitiya
A 21-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the possession of ‘Ice’ (Crystal Methamphetamine) and heroin, following a raid conducted in the Ranmuthu Sewana area within the Madampitiya Police Division. MORE..
UK terrorism threat level raised to severe after Golders Green attack
UK terrorism threat level raised to severe after Golders Green attack
The public should be “alert and vigilant” but not “alarmed” following an increase to the terrorism threat level in the UK, the security minister has said. MORE..
May Day rallies underway islandwide, Colombo at centre as special police security deployed
May Day rallies underway islandwide, Colombo at centre as special police security deployed
Political parties across Sri Lanka have organized a series of rallies, meetings and other events today (01) to mark International Workers’ Day, with several major events centered in Colombo. MORE..
Israel says detained Gaza flotilla activists to be taken to Greece
Israel says detained Gaza flotilla activists to be taken to Greece
Israel’s foreign ministry earlier said around 175 activists had been taken off more than 20 boats. MORE..
PM Harini pledges stronger labour rights in May Day Message
PM Harini pledges stronger labour rights in May Day Message
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya says that the history of Sri Lanka’s labour movement reflects a long struggle marked by sacrifice, resilience, and determination in the pursuit of rights, justice, and dignity. MORE..
President highlights workers as driving force behind economic progress in May Day message
President highlights workers as driving force behind economic progress in May Day message
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says that Sri Lanka is marking this year’s International Workers’ Day at a decisive moment, as the country records significant economic progress despite a challenging global environment shaped by conflict. MORE..
Myanmar ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi to be moved to house arrest, state media says
Myanmar ex-leader Aung San Suu Kyi to be moved to house arrest, state media says
Myanmar’s detained former leader Aung San Suu Kyi is to be moved to house arrest, state media reported on Thursday, more than five years after the military ousted the civilian government she led and jailed the Nobel laureate. MORE..
Iran threatens painful response if US renews attacks
Iran threatens painful response if US renews attacks
Iran said on Thursday it would respond with “long and painful strikes” on U.S. positions if Washington renewed attacks and restated its claim to the Strait of Hormuz, complicating U.S. plans for a coalition to reopen the waterway. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50 mm expected in some parts of the island
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50 mm expected in some parts of the island
Showers or thundershowers will occur in the most parts of the island after 1.00 pm, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
More details revealed on death of FinMin official interdicted over $2.5M cyber fraud
More details revealed on death of FinMin official interdicted over $2.5M cyber fraud
Assistant Director of the External Resources Department of the Ministry of Finance, Ranga Rajapaksa, who had been interdicted over the alleged USD 2.5 million cyber heist, was found dead under suspicious circumstances at his residence in Kuliyapitiya this evening (30). MORE..
Special police security deployed for May Day celebrations
Special police security deployed for May Day celebrations
Sri Lanka Police have announced that special security arrangements will be in place tomorrow (01) as political parties and organizations prepare to hold May Day rallies and meetings in several parts of the island, including Colombo, to mark International Workers’ Day. MORE..
Oil price hits highest since 2022 after report Trump to be briefed on new Iran options
Oil price hits highest since 2022 after report Trump to be briefed on new Iran options
Oil prices jumped to their highest since 2022 after a report that the US military is set to brief President Donald Trump on new plans for potential action in the Iran war. MORE..
SC rules Sub-Inspector’s fundamental rights violated, orders compensation
SC rules Sub-Inspector’s fundamental rights violated, orders compensation
The Supreme Court has ruled that the fundamental human rights of a Police Sub-Inspector (SI) were violated in when he was brutally assaulted during an incident that took place in 2022. MORE..
Sri Lanka introduces laws for Buddhist monks seeking to travel abroad after major drug bust
Sri Lanka introduces laws for Buddhist monks seeking to travel abroad after major drug bust
The Sri Lankan government has decided to make it mandatory for Buddhist monks travelling abroad to obtain recommendations from their respective senior monk (Guru Hamuduruwo), the regional Buddhist leader, and the Mahanayaka Thero of their respective Nikaya. MORE..
Iran’s supreme leader vows to protect nuclear and missile capabilities
Iran’s supreme leader vows to protect nuclear and missile capabilities
Iran’s supreme leader said Thursday that the Islamic Republic will protect its “nuclear and missile capabilities” as a national asset, likely seeking to draw a hard line as U.S. President Donald Trump presses for a wider deal to cement the war’s shaky three-week ceasefire. MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Sabaragamuwa, North-Western provinces and the Monaragala district. MORE..
Finance Ministry official interdicted over $2.5M cyber fraud found dead at home
Finance Ministry official interdicted over $2.5M cyber fraud found dead at home
An Assistant Director at the External Resources Department of the Finance Ministry, who had been interdicted over the alleged theft of USD 2.5 million by hackers, has reportedly been found dead under suspicious circumstances at his residence in Kuliyapitiya. MORE..
EU mobilises €2.6 million to strengthen civil society in Sri Lanka
EU mobilises €2.6 million to strengthen civil society in Sri Lanka
The European Union (EU)-funded “Together We Rise” initiative, implemented by World Vision and SAFE Foundation in Sri Lanka, is a €2.6 million project designed to strengthen civil society and promote human rights, inclusion and accountable governance. MORE..
US seeks international help to reopen Strait of Hormuz as crude prices surge
US seeks international help to reopen Strait of Hormuz as crude prices surge
The US is pushing for other countries to form an international coalition to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, according to a State Department cable seen by Reuters, as oil prices surged to their highest in more than four years on fears of longer-term disruptions to global fuel supplies. MORE..
Colombo’s inflation rises to 5.4% in April 2026
Colombo’s inflation rises to 5.4% in April 2026
The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on a year-on-year basis, increased to 5.4% in April 2026, up from 2.2% recorded in March 2026, according to the Department of Census and Statistics. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-Central provinces and in Vavuniya, Mullaittivu, Kurunegala, and Trincomalee districts. MORE..
Proposal submitted for smoking ban for people born after 2010 in Sri Lanka
Proposal submitted for smoking ban for people born after 2010 in Sri Lanka
A concept paper proposing the creation of a “tobacco-free generation” comprising all children born after 2010 has been formally submitted to the Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa. MORE..
Treasury Secretary arrives in parliament to appear before COPF
Treasury Secretary arrives in parliament to appear before COPF
The Secretary to the Treasury Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma has arrived at the Parliamentary Complex, a short while ago, to appear before the Committee on Public Finance (COPF). MORE..
Maldivian President to arrive in Sri Lanka on Monday
Maldivian President to arrive in Sri Lanka on Monday
President of the Republic of Maldives Dr. Mohammed Muizzu is scheduled to undertake a State Visit to Sri Lanka from 4–5 May 2026, on the invitation of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
Indictments served against Gnanasara Thero over anti-Islamic remarks
Indictments served against Gnanasara Thero over anti-Islamic remarks
Indictments have been served before the Colombo High Court against Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) General Secretary Ven. Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thero, regarding an allegedly derogatory statement made by him on Islam. MORE..
Israeli navy intercepts Global Sumud Flotilla vessels heading to Gaza
Israeli navy intercepts Global Sumud Flotilla vessels heading to Gaza
The Israeli navy intercepted vessels from the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters late Wednesday as they headed toward Gaza to break a blockade on the enclave. MORE..
Finance Ministry to brief Parliament on alleged USD 2.5 million theft by hackers
Finance Ministry to brief Parliament on alleged USD 2.5 million theft by hackers
The Ministry of Finance is set to make a special statement in Parliament regarding the alleged misplacement of USD 2.5 million. MORE..
Court postpones verdict in 4 corruption cases against ex-Dy Minister Sarana Gunawardena
Court postpones verdict in 4 corruption cases against ex-Dy Minister Sarana Gunawardena
The Colombo High Court has postponed the announcement of verdicts in four cases filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) against former Deputy Minister Sarana Gunawardena, who is accused of corruption. MORE..
Treasury Secretary to appear before COPF today
Treasury Secretary to appear before COPF today
The Secretary to the Treasury Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma is scheduled to appear before the Committee on Public Finance (COPF) at 1.00 p.m. today (30).
India hit by $25bn digital fraud surge as central bank plans crackdown
India hit by $25bn digital fraud surge as central bank plans crackdown
A sharp rise in cybercrime has shaken India, where nearly 2.5 million people lost an estimated $25 billion to digital fraud in 2025, highlighting growing risks in the country’s fast-expanding online payment ecosystem. MORE..
Researchers find moringa seeds remove 98.5% of PVC microplastic from drinking water
Researchers find moringa seeds remove 98.5% of PVC microplastic from drinking water
The moringa tree, known as the ‘‘miracle tree’’, is one of the most nutrient-dense plants on the planet and is prized for its healing qualities. MORE..
SLC Transformation Committee’s priority to overhaul governance and implement new constitution - Eran
SLC Transformation Committee’s priority to overhaul governance and implement new constitution - Eran
The Chairman of the newly appointed Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) Transformation Committee, Eran Wickramaratne, has stated that the committee’s immediate priority is a complete overhaul of Sri Lanka Cricket’s governance structure, alongside the implementation of the proposed new constitution. MORE..
Special security and traffic plan in Colombo for May Day rallies - Police
Special security and traffic plan in Colombo for May Day rallies - Police
In line with International Workers’ Day, which falls tomorrow (01), numerous May Day rallies, processions, meetings, and celebrations have been organized across many parts of the island. MORE..
Indian carriers plan to resume operations at Hamad International Airport as fragile ceasefire holds in West Asia
Indian carriers plan to resume operations at Hamad International Airport as fragile ceasefire holds in West Asia
In a significant move, India’s leading airlines are set to restore full-scale operations at Hamad International Airport (DOH) starting today, May 1. MORE..
Finance Secretary’s COPE no-show could trigger legal action, Free Lawyers Organization warns
Finance Secretary’s COPE no-show could trigger legal action, Free Lawyers Organization warns
The Free Lawyers Association states that Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance, Dr. Harsha de Silva, has the authority to take action through parliamentary mechanisms if the Secretary to the Ministry of Finance, Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, fails to appear before Parliament. MORE..
Oil price rises above $120 after reports of ‘extended’ Iran blockade
Oil price rises above $120 after reports of ‘extended’ Iran blockade
Oil prices have soared following reports that the US is preparing for an ‘‘extended’’ blockade of Iran. MORE..
Italy recovers 337 looted antiquities from United States
Italy recovers 337 looted antiquities from United States
The United States has handed back 337 antiquities looted from Italy in one of the largest recent returns of stolen cultural property, officials said on Wednesday, highlighting deepened cooperation between Rome and Washington. MORE..
Govt. seek to establish Central Highlands Protection Authority promptly
Govt. seek to establish Central Highlands Protection Authority promptly
A discussion to review the progress of the process to establish a new authority for the protection and restoration of the Central Highlands has been held yesterday (29) at the Presidential Secretariat, under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
Trump welcomes Artemis II astronauts to Oval Office and fields questions on Iran, Comey and UFOs
Trump welcomes Artemis II astronauts to Oval Office and fields questions on Iran, Comey and UFOs
The Artemis II astronauts’ journey to the moon and back landed them at the White House Oval Office on Wednesday afternoon — standing by while President Donald Trump talked UFOs, the Space Force and the Iran war. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50 mm expected in some parts of the island
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50 mm expected in some parts of the island
Showers or thundershowers will occur in the most parts of the island after 1.00 pm today (30), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
6 crew members freed from US-seized Iranian container ship
6 crew members freed from US-seized Iranian container ship
Six Iranian crew members aboard an Iranian-flagged container ship held by the US have been freed and returned to Iran, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reported on Wednesday. MORE..
Hegseth defends Iran war in US Congress, says it is not a quagmire
Hegseth defends Iran war in US Congress, says it is not a quagmire
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sought to defend the Iran war in fiery remarks to Congress on Wednesday, saying it was not a quagmire and attacking Democratic lawmakers as “feckless” for criticizing the unpopular conflict. MORE..
US war in Iran has cost $25 billion so far, says Pentagon official
US war in Iran has cost $25 billion so far, says Pentagon official
The United States’ war in Iran has cost $25 billion so far, a senior Pentagon official said on Wednesday, providing the first official estimate of the military’s price tag for the conflict. MORE..
Eran Wickremaratne steps down from SJB committees
Eran Wickremaratne steps down from SJB committees
Former Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Member of Parliament Eran Wickremaratne has resigned from the party’s Working Committee and Management Committee after assuming duties as Chairman of the Restructuring Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), SJB General Secretary Ranjith Madduma Bandara said. MORE..
Trump urges Iran to sign a deal and discusses prolonged blockade
Trump urges Iran to sign a deal and discusses prolonged blockade
Donald Trump discussed how to mitigate the impact of a possible months-long U.S. blockade of Iran’s ports with U.S. oil companies, a White House official said on Wednesday, as the US president urged Tehran to ‘get smart soon’ and sign a deal. MORE..
EU urges fast rollout of age-verification app to protect minors online
EU urges fast rollout of age-verification app to protect minors online
The European Commission on Wednesday urged member states to quickly adopt its new age verification app to protect minors from harmful content online, and to make sure the technology is available everywhere before the end of the year. MORE..
British police arrest suspect after two Jewish men stabbed in London
British police arrest suspect after two Jewish men stabbed in London
Two Jewish people were stabbed in north London on Wednesday by a man who ran down a street trying to stab Jews, a local security group said, the latest in a spate of antisemitic attacks which Prime Minister Keir Starmer called “utterly appalling”. MORE..
Hatton bus crash: One succumbs to injuries, over 30 hospitalised
Hatton bus crash: One succumbs to injuries, over 30 hospitalised
One person has succumbed to injuries after a private bus veered off the road and plunged nearly 35 feet down a precipice in the Battalgalla Estate area of Dickoya along the Hatton - Fordyce main road today (29), Police Media Division said. MORE..
Treasury Secretary informs he will not appear before COPF tomorrow
Treasury Secretary informs he will not appear before COPF tomorrow
The Secretary to the Treasury Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma has informed the Committee on Public Finance (COPF) in a letter that he will not appear before the committee tomorrow (30), according to COPF Chairman Dr Harsha de Silva. MORE..
Ex-MP Eran Wickramaratne appointed chairman of SLC interim committee
Ex-MP Eran Wickramaratne appointed chairman of SLC interim committee
An interim committee headed by former Member of Parliament Eran Wickramaratne has been appointed to run Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) following the resignation of SLC president Shammi Silva and his Executive Committee. MORE..
India, Sri Lanka reaffirm maritime partnership through bilateral diving exercise
India, Sri Lanka reaffirm maritime partnership through bilateral diving exercise
India and Sri Lanka reaffirmed their growing maritime partnership through the fourth edition of the bilateral diving exercise, IN-SLN DIVEX 2026, conducted at Colombo from April 21-28. MORE..
Two dead after small plane crashes into Australia airport hangar
Two dead after small plane crashes into Australia airport hangar
Two people have died after a small plane crashed into a hangar at an airport in South Australia, authorities say. MORE..
Dambulla restaurant fined for selling bottled water at inflated prices
Dambulla restaurant fined for selling bottled water at inflated prices
The Dambulla Magistrate’s Court today (29) imposed a fine of Rs. 510,000 on a restaurant in the Dambulla area for selling bottled drinking water, which were passed their expiry date, at a price exceeding the maximum retail price. MORE..
Around 20 injured after bus plunges into precipice in Hatton
Around 20 injured after bus plunges into precipice in Hatton
At least 20 people have sustained injuries in an accident after a passenger transport bus veered off the road and plunged into a precipice this afternoon (29) in the Wataragala Estate area on the Hatton–Dikoya main road. MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the North-Central, Eastern, Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Kurunegala, Monaragala, Vavuniya, Mullaittivu, and Kilinochchi districts. MORE..
Case against ex-President Ranil adjourned till July, CID ordered to submit progress report
Case against ex-President Ranil adjourned till July, CID ordered to submit progress report
The Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court today (29) ordered the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to submit a progress report on an ongoing investigation into a complaint filed against former President Ranil Wickremesinghe and former Presidential Secretary Saman Ekanayake over alleged misappropriation of public funds. MORE..
Russian Health Minister to visit Sri Lanka
Russian Health Minister to visit Sri Lanka
Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko and a delegation will arrive in Sri Lanka on May 3 for a three-day official visit. MORE..
Electric train services under Colombo suburban railway project to commence next year
Electric train services under Colombo suburban railway project to commence next year
A discussion between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and officials of the Ministry of Transport and Highways was held today (29) at the Presidential Secretariat on the modernisation of railway services in the Colombo suburban area and related plans. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Northern, North-Central, Southern, North-Western provinces and in the Trincomalee district. MORE..
Sri Lanka and Indonesia consider granting visa exemption for diplomatic and official passport holders
Sri Lanka and Indonesia consider granting visa exemption for diplomatic and official passport holders
Sri Lanka and Indonesia have held discussions to grant visa exemption for diplomatic and official passport holders of both countries. MORE..
South Korean appeals court gives 7-year jail term to former President Yoon in arrest obstruction case
South Korean appeals court gives 7-year jail term to former President Yoon in arrest obstruction case
A South Korean appeals court on Wednesday gave a seven-year jail term to former President Yoon Suk Yeol on charges including obstructing investigators trying to execute an arrest warrant since his short-lived 2024 martial law declaration. MORE..
Trump tells aides to prepare for lengthy Hormuz blockade: Report
Trump tells aides to prepare for lengthy Hormuz blockade: Report
US President Donald Trump told his aides to prepare for an extended US Naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the Wall Street Journal reported, as the US looks to intensify economic pressure on Iran as the war enters its third month. MORE..
Price of wheat flour increased by Rs. 5
Price of wheat flour increased by Rs. 5
The price of wheat flour will be increased with effect from today (29), the Prima Ceylon (Pvt) Limited has announced. MORE..
Sri Lanka Cricket placed under Sports Ministry control after Executive Committee resigns
Sri Lanka Cricket placed under Sports Ministry control after Executive Committee resigns
The resignation of the Executive Committee of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), including its President Shammi Silva, has been accepted by the Minister of Sports. MORE..
Suspected gunman linked to foreign-based underworld figure arrested in Homagama
Suspected gunman linked to foreign-based underworld figure arrested in Homagama
A suspected gunman linked to an organized criminal known as “Homagama Gagana” who is currently residing overseas has been arrested by police. MORE..
President meets Ven. Pannakara Thero following “Ehipassiko” peace walk
President meets Ven. Pannakara Thero following “Ehipassiko” peace walk
Following the state closing ceremony of the seven-day “Ehipassiko” Peace Walk held in Sri Lanka, during which a message of peace was shared with people around the world and the heritage of Buddhism...MORE..
Aamir Khan confirms 3 Idiots 2 with 10-year leap, returns as Phunsukh Wangdu
Aamir Khan confirms 3 Idiots 2 with 10-year leap, returns as Phunsukh Wangdu
Aamir Khan has officially confirmed that a sequel to 3 Idiots is in the works, ending years of speculation around one of Hindi cinema’s most iconic films. MORE..
SLC President Shammi Silva and Executive Committee resign with effect from today
SLC President Shammi Silva and Executive Committee resign with effect from today
The President of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), Shammi Silva has tendered his resignation from the post with effect from today (29), SLC said in a statement. MORE..
Fisheries Minister condemns assault on Sri Lankan national in India
Fisheries Minister condemns assault on Sri Lankan national in India
The Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic, and Ocean Resources, Ramalingam Chandrasekhar has strongly condemned the incident in which a Sri Lankan national was arrested and severely assaulted in India. MORE..
MP Ramanathan Archchuna granted bail
MP Ramanathan Archchuna granted bail
Jaffna District Member of Parliament Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna, who was arrested by the Ilavalai Police on Monday, has been granted bail. MORE..
Bus accident leaves two injured after driver suffers medical emergency
Bus accident leaves two injured after driver suffers medical emergency
A bus travelling from Moratuwa to Panadura veered off the road and crashed into a house after the driver suffered a sudden illness, police stated. MORE..
Final decision on proposed electricity tariff revision on May 9
Final decision on proposed electricity tariff revision on May 9
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) announced that its final decision on the proposed revision of electricity tariffs will be made public on May 9. MORE..
Robot dogs with Musk and Zuckerberg heads roam around Berlin museum in Beeple’s new exhibit
Robot dogs with Musk and Zuckerberg heads roam around Berlin museum in Beeple’s new exhibit
Robot dogs with hyper-realistic silicone heads modeled after world-renowned figures — including Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, Jeff Bezos, Andy Warhol and Pablo Picasso — can be seen roaming around a Berlin museum, occasionally “pooing” printed images of their surroundings which they’ve previously captured with integrated cameras. MORE..
15 Tamil Nadu fishermen released from Sri Lanka land in Chennai
15 Tamil Nadu fishermen released from Sri Lanka land in Chennai
A total of 15 Tamil Nadu fishermen landed this morning following their release from the Sri Lankan custody. MORE..
Trader fined Rs. 200,000 for selling rice above controlled price
Trader fined Rs. 200,000 for selling rice above controlled price
A trader in Colombo 11 has been fined Rs. 200,000 by court for selling samba rice above the regulated maximum retail price, the Consumer Affairs Authority said. MORE..
Trump says King Charles does not want Iran to have nuclear weapon
Trump says King Charles does not want Iran to have nuclear weapon
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday Britain’s King Charles did not want Iran to have a nuclear weapon, introducing the fraught subject of the Middle East conflict into comments at a White House state dinner for the visiting royal. MORE..
Nipuni Wasana claims Gold in Beach Wrestling 50kg event at Asian Beach Games
Nipuni Wasana claims Gold in Beach Wrestling 50kg event at Asian Beach Games
Sri Lanka’s Nipuni Wasana won the gold medal in the Beach Wrestling - Women’s 50kg event at the 6th Asian Beach Games in Sanya, China. MORE..
Anant Ambani offers to save Pablo Escobar’s hippos
Anant Ambani offers to save Pablo Escobar’s hippos
An Indian billionaire’s son has offered to help Colombia get rid of a problem it has grappled with for years - a herd of hippos linked to notorious drug lord Pablo Escobar. MORE..
Ven. Pannakara Thero and delegation leave Sri Lanka after concluding “Ehipassiko” Peace Walk
Ven. Pannakara Thero and delegation leave Sri Lanka after concluding “Ehipassiko” Peace Walk
The group of Buddhist monks and participants who concluded the seven-day “Ehipassiko” peace walk in Sri Lanka departed the island this morning (29). MORE..
State of Public Emergency in Sri Lanka extended
State of Public Emergency in Sri Lanka extended
The State of Public Emergency in Sri Lanka, declared by the President, has been extended by one month. MORE..
Case against ex-President Ranil Wickremesinghe to be taken up today
Case against ex-President Ranil Wickremesinghe to be taken up today
The case filed against former President Ranil Wickremesinghe under the Public Property Act is scheduled to be taken up again today (29) at the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Godage Publications founder Sirisumana Godage passes away
Godage Publications founder Sirisumana Godage passes away
Deshabandu Sirisumana Godage, the founder of Godage Publications, has passed away at the age of 90. MORE..
Donald Trump to put his picture in some US passports
Donald Trump to put his picture in some US passports
Donald Trump’s picture will soon appear in some US passports, officials said on Tuesday (Apr 28), shattering another norm as the president aggressively puts his personal stamp on government institutions. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50 mm likely in several areas today
Fairly heavy rainfall above 50 mm likely in several areas today
Showers or thundershowers will occur in most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m. today (29), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
MP Ramanathan Archchuna to be produced in court today
MP Ramanathan Archchuna to be produced in court today
Jaffna District Member of Parliament Ramanathan Archchuna, who is currently in remand custody, is scheduled to be produced before court today (29). MORE..
King Charles urges Western unity in speech to US Congress
King Charles urges Western unity in speech to US Congress
King Charles III urged the United States on Tuesday to stand firm with its Western allies, as strains over Iran and Ukraine risk undermining transatlantic ties facing their most serious test in years. MORE..
Proposal submitted to PUCSL to increase electricity tariffs
Proposal submitted to PUCSL to increase electricity tariffs
A proposal has been submitted to the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) to increase electricity tariffs. MORE..
Iran and US allowed Russian superyacht to cross Strait of Hormuz, source says
Iran and US allowed Russian superyacht to cross Strait of Hormuz, source says
A superyacht owned by Russian billionaire Alexey Mordashov was able to transit the blockaded Strait of Hormuz after undergoing maintenance in Dubai because neither Iran nor the United States objected, a source close to Mordashov said on Tuesday. MORE..
Discussions held to streamline Aswesuma beneficiary selection process
Discussions held to streamline Aswesuma beneficiary selection process
A special discussion was held today (28) at the Ministry of Finance aimed at improving the efficiency and accuracy of identifying and listing beneficiaries of the Aswesuma welfare programme. MORE..
Trump says Iran wants US to open Hormuz Strait as soon as possible
Trump says Iran wants US to open Hormuz Strait as soon as possible
US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Iran has said it was in a state of collapse and wants the United States to open the Strait of Hormuz while it sorts out its leadership. MORE..
President and Mahanayake Theros discuss arrest of Buddhist monks with narcotics
President and Mahanayake Theros discuss arrest of Buddhist monks with narcotics
A discussion on the arrest of a group of Buddhist monks at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for the possession of narcotics, the related investigations and the situation that has emerged in its aftermath, was held this afternoon (28) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
19 monks arrested at BIA test positive for narcotics
19 monks arrested at BIA test positive for narcotics
Nineteen out of 22 Buddhist monks arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) with a large stock of narcotics have tested positive for drug use, according to the Judicial Medical Officer. MORE..
Travel ban imposed on five officials over USD 2.5 million cyber heist
Travel ban imposed on five officials over USD 2.5 million cyber heist
The Criminal Investigation Department today (28) presented facts before the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court regarding a controversial USD 2.5 million payment made by the Treasury, which was allegedly diverted to a fraudulent party. MORE..
Two more suspects arrested over inmate death at Colombo Magazine Prison
Two more suspects arrested over inmate death at Colombo Magazine Prison
Two more suspects have been arrested in connection with the death of an inmate at the Colombo Magazine Prison. MORE..
‘Ehipassiko - Walk for Peace’ draws to a close
‘Ehipassiko - Walk for Peace’ draws to a close
The internationally recognized “Ehipassiko” peace walk, led by Venerable Pannakara Thero and a group of monks visiting from the United States, drew to a close at the Independence Square in Colombo this evening (28). MORE..
Tourist arrivals in April top 110,000
Tourist arrivals in April top 110,000
A total of 117,893 tourists have arrived in the country thus far in April, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) shows. MORE..
UAE announces May 1 exit from OPEC and OPEC+
UAE announces May 1 exit from OPEC and OPEC+
The United Arab Emirates will withdraw from Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) on May 1, the UAE’s state news agency WAM said. MORE..
Former DMT Deputy Commissioner arrested by Bribery Commission
Former DMT Deputy Commissioner arrested by Bribery Commission
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..
Japan Airlines trials humanoid robots as ground handlers
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..
Government’s incompetence and corruption being exposed: Namal
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..
Govt. to introduce cable car facilities to Sri Pada
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..
Treasury Secretary and officials to be summoned before COPF on Thursday
Treasury Secretary and officials to be summoned before COPF on Thursday
Finance Ministry officials, including the Secretary to the Treasury Dr. 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. MORE..
Sri Lanka Cricket President Shammi Silva and Executive Committee decide to step down
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..
Indian man brings dead sister’s skeleton to bank to withdraw money from her account
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..
Jailor and two prison guards arrested over inmate death remanded
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..
Vietnamese President To Lam to address Sri Lanka Parliament on May 8
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..
Cabinet nod to grant Rs. 7.5 million to reconstruct places of worship destroyed by Cyclone Ditwah
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..
Gunman opens fire at 2 locations in the Greek capital, leaving several wounded
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..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
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..
Food security vital to ensure nation’s sovereignty and national security: PM Harini
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..
Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena further remanded
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..
Bangladesh starts fuelling its first nuclear power station
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..
Prada seeks to mend ties with ‘Made in India’ sandals
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..
Investigation launched over missing USD 625,000 payment to US Post
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..
UNP declines SJB May Day invitation citing Poya Day observance
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..
Hearing concludes on petition seeking to prevent demolition of part of Trinco Bodhiraja Temple
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..
SC reserves judgment on petitions filed by Shani Abeysekara and Ravi Seneviratne
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..
Cabinet approves interim housing for 1,000 cyclone-affected families
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..
Govt to provide permanent appointments in state sector for another 9,800 individuals
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..
Maldivian President to visit Sri Lanka on May 3
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..
David Attenborough centenary celebrations start with closer look at ‘Life on Earth’
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..
Oil price climbs above $110 a barrel on doubts about Iran war peace deal
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..
Ex-President Maithripala Sirisena leaves Bribery Commission after recording statement
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..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
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..
Cow dung thrown at group protesting near Finance Secretary’s home
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..
Over 570 suspects arrested in island-wide narcotics operations
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..
Interim housing construction to begin in early May for Cyclone Ditwah-affected districts
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..
Pakistan, Sri Lanka kick off joint counter-terrorism exercise ‘Shake Hands-II’ at Tarbela
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..
‘House of the Dragon’ Season 3 sets June 21 release date as new trailer promises fire and blood
‘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..
Man electrocuted to death by illegal electric fence in Morawewa
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..
Trump not happy with latest Iran proposal to end the war, US official says
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..
Indonesia train crash toll rises to 14 as rescuers complete evacuation
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..
Taylor Swift files to trademark voice and image after AI concerns
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..
Ex-President Maithripala Sirisena arrives at Bribery Commission
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..
34 schoolchildren injured following bus accident in Bogawantalawa
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..
Online applications called for 2025/2026 university admissions
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..
Parliamentary Committee to probe USD 2.5 million Treasury theft allegation
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..
Jailor and warden arrested over inmate death at Magazine Prison
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.
Ex-army soldier arrested with grenade and ammunition
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..
Suspect in Washington dinner shooting charged with trying to assassinate Trump
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..
Special traffic arrangements in Colombo as ‘‘Walk for Peace’’ concludes today
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..
Final day of ‘‘Ehi Passiko’‘ Peace Walk today; Special state ceremony and traffic plan in Colombo
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..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in several provinces today
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..
King Charles arrives in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war
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..
PET scan services suspended in government hospitals due to FDG shortage
PET scan services suspended in government hospitals due to FDG shortage
PET scan services for cancer patients have been suspended at major government hospitals, including the Maharagama Apeksha Hospital and the National Hospital in Colombo, since March 27, according to the Government Radiological Technologists’ Association. MORE..
Govt. rejects opposition request for debate on $2.5 million cyber heist
Govt. rejects opposition request for debate on $2.5 million cyber heist
The government has rejected a request by the opposition to hold a one-day parliamentary debate on a controversial incident involving a payment of USD 2.5 million made by the Treasury as a foreign debt installment which ended up in the hands of cybercriminals, according to SJB Member of Parliament Gayantha Karunathilaka. MORE..
Plane crash in South Sudan kills all 14 on board
Plane crash in South Sudan kills all 14 on board
A small passenger plane has crashed in South Sudan killing all 14 people on board, the country’s civil aviation authority (SSCAA) has said. MORE..
Businessman suspected as kingpin in massive drug bust involving monks at BIA
Businessman suspected as kingpin in massive drug bust involving monks at BIA
Authorities have uncovered that a businessman is the alleged mastermind behind a major drug trafficking operation involving 22 monks who were arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA). MORE..
New administration for Sri Lanka Cricket?
New administration for Sri Lanka Cricket?
The President of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), Shammi Silva and the Executive Committee are reportedly preparing to resign from their positions, with a final decision expected at a special executive meeting scheduled for tomorrow (28). MORE..
China blocks Meta’s $2bn acquisition of AI start-up Manus
China blocks Meta’s $2bn acquisition of AI start-up Manus
Facebook-owner Meta’s acquisition of AI start-up Manus has been blocked by Chinese regulators. MORE..
2,521 killed, 7,804 wounded in Lebanon since March 2
2,521 killed, 7,804 wounded in Lebanon since March 2
A total of 2,521 people have been killed and 7,804 wounded since March 2 by Israeli attacks, as hostilities continue to take a heavy toll on civilians across Lebanon. MORE..
Large stock of seized narcotics destroyed following court proceedings
Large stock of seized narcotics destroyed following court proceedings
A consignment of narcotics, for which legal proceedings had been concluded, was destroyed today (27) at an incineration facility in Laktowatta, Wanathawilluwa. MORE..
Discussion held to broaden IRD’s tax revenue and recover outstanding tax arrears
Discussion held to broaden IRD’s tax revenue and recover outstanding tax arrears
A discussion between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and officials of the Department of Inland Revenue was held this afternoon (27) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Russia will do everything to bring peace to the Middle East, Putin tells Araghchi
Russia will do everything to bring peace to the Middle East, Putin tells Araghchi
Russian President Vladimir Putin told Iran’s top diplomat that Moscow would do everything it could to help secure peace in the Middle East during a meeting in Saint Petersburg on Monday. MORE..
Political influence behind Vesak Poya date change: Kotapitiye Rahula Thero
Political influence behind Vesak Poya date change: Kotapitiye Rahula Thero
The Deputy Chief Prelate and the Chief Secretary of the Kotte Sri Kalyāni Sāmagridharma Mahāsaṇghasabhā, Most Venerable Kotapitiye Rahula Anunāyaka Thero has alleged that the date of the Vesak Poya has been altered due to political motives. MORE..
Trump says King will be ‘very safe’ during US visit after security talks
Trump says King will be ‘very safe’ during US visit after security talks
Donald Trump has said King Charles III will “be very safe” during his state visit to the US, which is due to begin later on Monday. MORE..
Govt. to launch program to resettle 1,000 persons affected by Cyclone Ditwah in May
Govt. to launch program to resettle 1,000 persons affected by Cyclone Ditwah in May
A coordination meeting on the construction of interim shelters for communities affected by the Cyclone ‘Ditwah’ was held at the Army Headquarters under the patronage of the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd). MORE..
Main suspect detained for questioning following arrest of 22 monks with narcotics at BIA
Main suspect detained for questioning following arrest of 22 monks with narcotics at BIA
The alleged main suspect, a Buddhist monk, who is accused of orchestrating the movement of 22 members of the clergy arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) with a large consignment of narcotics, has been ordered to be detained and interrogated for seven days until May 2. MORE..
Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US lifts its blockade and the war ends: Officials
Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US lifts its blockade and the war ends: Officials
Iran has offered to end its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the United States lifting its blockade on the country and an end to the war, while proposing that discussions on the larger question of its nuclear programme would come in a later phase, two regional officials said on Monday (Apr 27). MORE..
State officials under investigation over USD 2.5 million cyber heist
State officials under investigation over USD 2.5 million cyber heist
The Minister of Ports, Civil Aviation and Energy, Anura Karunathilaka has described the payment of USD 2.5 million by the Treasury to cybercriminals as an act of serious irresponsibility by state officials. MORE..
Iran reaches agreements with Oman during Hormuz talks, FM says
Iran reaches agreements with Oman during Hormuz talks, FM says
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Monday that “some agreements have been reached” with Oman during his meeting with officials in Muscat, citing the Strait of Hormuz as a key area of common interest. MORE..
No irregularities in Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund, Dy Minister states
No irregularities in Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund, Dy Minister states
Donations received for the “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” Fund are securely held in the Treasury, according to the Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. Anil Jayantha. MORE..
MP Ramanathan Archchuna remanded
MP Ramanathan Archchuna remanded
Jaffna District Member of Parliament Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna, who was arrested by the Ilavalai Police this morning (27), has been remanded.
Locomotive operators to strictly observe speed limits, warn of possible train delays
Locomotive operators to strictly observe speed limits, warn of possible train delays
Locomotive engine drivers will strictly adhere to prescribed speed limits in future, the Locomotive Operating Engineers’ Union has announced while warning that this may result in delays to rail services. MORE..
European Commission Chief says ‘too early’ to lift Iran sanctions
European Commission Chief says ‘too early’ to lift Iran sanctions
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Monday that it was too early to drop sanctions imposed on Iran. MORE..
SJB extends invitation to UNP for Colombo May Day rally
SJB extends invitation to UNP for Colombo May Day rally
The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has extended an invitation to the United National Party (UNP) to attend its May Day rally, which is scheduled to be held in Colombo this year. MORE..
Special traffic plan in Colombo tomorrow in view of “Walk for Peace”
Special traffic plan in Colombo tomorrow in view of “Walk for Peace”
A special traffic plan will be in place in Colombo tomorrow (28) in view of the “Walk for Peace” program, the Police Media Division stated. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces
Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, North-Western and North-Central and in the Galle, Matara, Mannar and Vavuniya districts. MORE..
Oil at three-week high after US-Iran peace talks stall
Oil at three-week high after US-Iran peace talks stall
Oil prices are climbing today (27), after US officials cancelled a planned trip to Pakistan over the weekend for peace talks, dimming hopes for a swift end to a conflict that has choked off much of the Middle East’s vast oil and natural gas supplies from global markets. MORE..
SC Justice recuses himself from Rishad Bathiudeen’s Wilpattu appeal hearing
SC Justice recuses himself from Rishad Bathiudeen’s Wilpattu appeal hearing
A justice of the Supreme Court today (27) recused himself from hearing an appeal filed by former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen, which challenges a prior ruling in a case concerning the clearing of protected forest lands adjacent to the Wilpattu reserve for resettlement purposes. MORE..
Dy Minister denies claims of irregular RDA payments, calls allegations baseless
Dy Minister denies claims of irregular RDA payments, calls allegations baseless
The Road Development Authority (RDA) has not made any duplicate payments to companies or contractors from its primary account or any related accounts, according to the Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways, Prasanna Gunasena. MORE..
Female lawyer arrested over Ganemulla Sanjeewa murder case remanded
Female lawyer arrested over Ganemulla Sanjeewa murder case remanded
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court ordered that Attorney-at-Law Thamara Kumari Abeyratne, who has been named as a suspect in the “Ganemulla Sanjeewa” murder case and was detained under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), be remanded until May 7. MORE..
Investigations launched into monks arrested with narcotics at BIA
Investigations launched into monks arrested with narcotics at BIA
Investigations have been initiated into an incident involving several saffron-robed individuals arrested with narcotics at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), the Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala stated. MORE..
Iran’s FM blames US’s demands for talks failure as he lands in Russia
Iran’s FM blames US’s demands for talks failure as he lands in Russia
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the excessive demands of the United States have caused peace negotiations to fail in Islamabad, in comments to local reporters after arriving in Russia. MORE..
Sarvajana Balaya stages protest over alleged USD 2.5M cyber heist
Sarvajana Balaya stages protest over alleged USD 2.5M cyber heist
The Sarvajana Balaya organised a protest today (27) expressing opposition to the alleged incident in which a USD 2.5 million loan instalment owed by the government to a foreign entity was reportedly diverted to an external party. MORE..
Complaint lodged with Bribery Comm. over alleged diesel import irregularities
Complaint lodged with Bribery Comm. over alleged diesel import irregularities
A complaint has been lodged with the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) requesting an investigation into alleged corruption and irregularities in diesel imports carried out by the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC).MORE..
Iran gave US a proposal for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending the war – report
Iran gave US a proposal for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending the war – report
Iran through Pakistani mediators gave the U.S. a new proposal on reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the ending of the war, with nuclear negotiations postponed for a later stage, Axios reported on Sunday, citing a U.S. official and two sources with knowledge of the matter. MORE..
22 questions directed to President over alleged Treasury cyberattack probe delay
22 questions directed to President over alleged Treasury cyberattack probe delay
The Free Lawyers Organisation has stated that although five days have passed since the alleged cyberattack involving a USD 2.5 million Treasury transaction, the relevant facts have not yet been reported to a Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Death toll in Colombia highway bus bomb attack rises to 20
Death toll in Colombia highway bus bomb attack rises to 20
The death toll from a bombing on a Colombian highway on Saturday has risen to 20, with another 36 people injured, including minors. MORE..
WhatsApp will stop working on these phones from September 8
WhatsApp will stop working on these phones from September 8
The Meta-owned popular instant messaging app will drop support for versions older than Android 6 starting September 8, 2026. This means if you have a smartphone running an older Android OS, WhatsApp will stop working on that device. MORE..
Guidelines issued for optimal use of digital technologies in govt. institutions
Guidelines issued for optimal use of digital technologies in govt. institutions
The Ministry of Digital Economy and Public Administration has introduced a set of guidelines for heads of institutions on the optimal use of digital technologies in delivering public services remotely. MORE..
MP Ramanathan Archchuna arrested
MP Ramanathan Archchuna arrested
Jaffna District Member of Parliament Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna has been arrested by Ilavalai Police this morning (27). MORE..
‘Michael’ scores biggest music biopic opening ever with $97M debut
‘Michael’ scores biggest music biopic opening ever with $97M debut
Michael is already shattering box office records. MORE..
31-year-old arrested with heroin in Katana
31-year-old arrested with heroin in Katana
A suspect has been arrested in the Jayabima area in Katana for the possession of 52 grams and 200 milligrams of heroin. MORE..
Legal action taken against traders for overpricing rice and bottled water
Legal action taken against traders for overpricing rice and bottled water
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has taken legal action against several retail outlets found to be selling rice and bottled drinking water at inflated prices. MORE..
King Charles’ visit to US to proceed after Washington shooting
King Charles’ visit to US to proceed after Washington shooting
King Charles’ state visit to the U.S. will go ahead as planned on Monday despite a shooting at a White House dinner attended by President Donald Trump, Buckingham Palace said after discussions with U.S. officials. MORE..
Magnitude 6.2 earthquake shakes part of northern Japan
Magnitude 6.2 earthquake shakes part of northern Japan
A magnitude 6.2 earthquake shook part of northern Japan early Monday, but no damage or casualties have been reported. MORE..
Violence has no place in democracy: Barack Obama condemns White House Correspondents’ dinner shooting
Violence has no place in democracy: Barack Obama condemns White House Correspondents’ dinner shooting
Former US President Barack Obama on Sunday condemned the shooting incident at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, stressing that violence has no place in a democratic society and praising the courage of security personnel. MORE..
Sagarika train resumes service today after major derailment
Sagarika train resumes service today after major derailment
The Sagarika Train, which derailed, will resume operations from today (27), according to the Department of Railways. MORE..
52-year-old man bound for overseas travel drowns in Deduru Oya
52-year-old man bound for overseas travel drowns in Deduru Oya
A 52-year-old man has drowned while bathing in the Deduru Oya in the Balagollagama area of Mahawa. MORE..
‘‘Ehi Passiko’‘ Peace Walk enters day six; Set to reach Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya today
‘‘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..
Trump portrays shooting as proof of his presidency’s power
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..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in most parts of the island
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..
Srima De Silva wins ‘Derana 60 Plus - Season 07’
Srima De Silva wins ‘Derana 60 Plus - Season 07’
Srima De Silva was declared the winner of the “Derana 60 Plus - Season 07” at the Grand Finale held on Sunday (26). MORE..
Gunman at White House Correspondents’ Dinner was targeting top Trump officials – AG
Gunman at White House Correspondents’ Dinner was targeting top Trump officials – AG
Investigators on Sunday said the gunman who tried to storm a gala dinner attended by U.S. President Donald Trump planned to target top government officials, as scrutiny grew over the event’s security. MORE..
Bus-lorry collision disrupts traffic on Southern Expressway
Bus-lorry collision disrupts traffic on Southern Expressway
A collision involving a bus and a lorry between the Dodangoda and Gelanigama interchanges on the Southern Expressway has disrupted traffic movement on the expressway towards Colombo, according to police.
Seven-day detention order issued on 22 monks arrested with drugs at BIA
Seven-day detention order issued on 22 monks arrested with drugs at BIA
The Negombo Magistrate’s Court has issued an order to detain and interrogate for seven days the 22 Buddhist monks arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake with over 110 kilograms of Kush cannabis and Hashish. MORE..
99% sure Finance Ministry’s computer network has not been hacked – Harsha
99% sure Finance Ministry’s computer network has not been hacked – Harsha
The Committee on Public Finance of Parliament is scheduled to meet on Tuesday (28), and a decision will be taken then over the incident involving a US$2.5 million foreign debt repayment without any political party differences, says the Chairman of the Committee, MP Dr. Harsha de Silva. MORE..
5 arrested over abduction and murder of person in Mattakkuliya
5 arrested over abduction and murder of person in Mattakkuliya
The Police Special Task Force (STF) officers have arrested five suspects in connection with the abduction and murder of a person. MORE..