Politics Compensation paymentsto voluntary retirees in power sector to begin soon
The Government plans to start compensation payments soon for electricity sector workers who chose voluntary retirement. This follows a key meeting on Monday…
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Politics US in closely-guarded talks to open new bases in Greenland
The White House has confirmed that high-level discussions are underway with both Greenland and Denmark but has refrained from sharing specific details. A White…
Politics Trump says Iran ceasefire is on ‘massive life support’
On Sunday, Iran presented its demands to conclude the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz in a counter-offer to the US. Trump dismissed the proposal,…
Politics Showers above 100 mm are likely at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, North-western and Northern provinces and in Trincomalee district.
The Department of Meteorology issued a weather forecast on 12 May 2026 at 5:30 a.m. The low-pressure system situated northeast of Sri Lanka remains active in…
Politics Thailand’s divisive ex-PM is out of jail, but is the Thaksin era over?
On Monday, as Thaksin walked out of Bangkok’s Klong Prem jail, hundreds of supporters dressed in red celebrated his release. He wore a white shirt and had…
Politics Andy Flower fined for ‘use of an audible obscenity’ during Mumbai Indians clash
Thaksin, looking healthy in a white shirt with short hair , expressed relief to reporters shortly after his release. Family members, including his daughter and…
Politics Showers about 100 mm are likely at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, Southern, North-western, Northern and North-central provinces and in Trincomalee district.
The Department of Meteorology issued a weather forecast on 11 May 2026 at 5:30 a.m. They reported that a low-level atmospheric disturbance near Sri Lanka may…
Politics Showers likely to last for several days: Met Dept.
The Meteorology Department has issued a warning about a low-level atmospheric disturbance near Sri Lanka that is expected to develop into a low-pressure area…
Politics Navin calls for formal alliance between UNP and SJB
Navin Dissanayake, the Vice President of the UNP and leader for the Kandy District, emphasized on Saturday that any merger between the UNP and SJB should be…
Politics Landslide Early Warnings issued to the districts of Badulla and Monaragala
The Building Research Organisation's Landslide Early Warning Center has issued warnings for landslides in the Badulla and Monaragala districts. These warnings…
Politics Heat Index is likely to increase up to ‘Caution level’ at some places in the North-central and Eastern provinces and in Mannar, Vavuniya and Monaragala districts during the daytime
The Heat Index Forecast is determined by combining relative humidity with the highest temperature. It shows the conditions experienced by people, not the…
Politics SC orders fresh notice on Gotabaya in compensation case
In separate news , the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) General Secretary, Sagara Kariyawasam, expressed deep concerns about the death of former SriLankan…
Politics BCCI to conduct surprise checks on IPL teams over compliance of guidelines
This morning, May 8, 2026, an official welcoming ceremony took place at the Presidential Secretariat, hosted by President Dissanayake. Upon his arrival,…
Politics Sri Lanka and Vietnam sign five MoUs during state visit of President To Lam
During an official ceremony to welcome Vietnam's President To Lam, who is visiting Sri Lanka for two days, five Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed…
Politics SC orders re-issuance of notice to ex-President Gotabaya Rajapaksa
The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka instructed the petitioners to take action to reissue a notice to former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa. He is a respondent in a…
Politics Vietnam President To Lam addresses Sri Lanka s Parliament
To Lam, the President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, is currently speaking in the Parliament of Sri Lanka during his two-day official visit. The…
Politics US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military announced that it intercepted Iranian attacks on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz on Thursday. They also targeted Iranian military…
Politics US-proposed Iran resolution at UN faces likely vetoes from China, Russia
The United States called on countries on Thursday to back its resolution at the United Nations, which demands that Iran stop its attacks and mining activities…
Politics Explosion hits Netherlands largest political party s headquarters, police say
An explosion occurred at the headquarters of D66, the largest political party in the Dutch parliament, on Thursday night, according to local police.…
Politics US and Iran explore short-term deal to end fighting - report
The United States and Iran are making progress toward a short-term agreement to stop their ongoing conflict, as reported by officials and sources on Thursday.…
Politics UNICEF welcomes Sri Lanka s cabinet approval of Global Charter for Child Care Reforms
UNICEF has expressed its support for the Cabinet of Sri Lanka's recent approval of the Global Charter for Child Care Reforms. This important decision enhances…
Politics Bribery Comm. refiles case against ex-CBSL Governor Cabraal
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has refiled a case against former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal in the…
Politics Oil prices extend sharp decline as diplomacy hopes cool fears over Hormuz
Oil prices continued to drop on Thursday as investors considered the possibility of a peace agreement in the Middle East. This deal could help ease worries…
Politics Govt. to introduce major higher education reforms aligned with school education changes - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya announced that the Government of Sri Lanka plans to make significant changes in higher education to match the new reforms…