Egoda Uyana Police Traffic OIC killed in road accident
The Officer-in-Charge of the Traffic Division at the Egoda Uyana Police Station was killed in a road accident in Moronthuduwa. This tragic event happe...
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Israel says it has retrieved remains of final Gaza hostage
The Israeli military announced that it has recovered the body of the last hostage from Gaza. This development sets the stage for the next step in US P...
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Sri Lanka s export earnings top US$ 17 billion in 2025
Sri Lanka's export earnings for 2025 have reached US$ 17,252.15 million, surpassing the previous year's figures, according to data from Sri Lanka Cust...
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20 injured following accident involving two buses and lorry in Yalkumbura
At least 20 people were hurt in an accident involving two buses and a lorry on the Bibile–Badulla Road in Yalkumbura this afternoon (26), according ...
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Central Bank likely to hold rates ahead of IMF review, experts say
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) is likely to keep its main interest rate at 7.75% this Wednesday, according to a Reuters poll. This decision come...
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Concerns raised as Sri Lanka see spike in crime among 16–22-year-olds
Youth crime among those aged 16 to 22 has risen sharply over the last decade, according to Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist Dr. Tharaka Fernando. He s...
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President to inaugurate programme to restore religious sites damaged by Cyclone Ditwah
The government of Sri Lanka is set to launch a national initiative called “Godanagamu Adhishtanaye Sanhinda” aimed at quickly restoring religious ...
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Israel to reopen Gaza crossing after search for last dead hostage s body ends
Israel has announced it will reopen the Rafah crossing with Egypt, which is crucial for the Gaza Strip, but only after the search for the last Israeli...
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Immigration officials foil Bangladeshi national s attempt to leave for Spain using forged visa
A Bangladeshi man was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) while trying to fly to Spain with a fake visa. This incident occurred this ...
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173 individuals remain missing following Cyclone Ditwah
As of now, 173 people are still missing following the landslides and floods caused by Cyclone Ditwah, according to the Disaster Management Centre (DMC...
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Station Masters threaten to launch trade union action over unresolved issues
The Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Association has issued a warning that they may take trade union action if current issues are not resolved qui...
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Gold prices in Sri Lanka rise in line with global market
Gold prices in Sri Lanka have risen, following the trend in the global gold market. Traders at the Colombo Pettah gold market have noted that the cost...
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Heatwave warnings across Australia as millions celebrate national day
Australian officials have announced heatwave warnings for most regions as millions partake in Australia Day celebrations. The Bureau of Meteorology pr...
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Six police officers arrested for allegedly assaulting Catholic priest further remanded
Six police officers, accused of attacking a Catholic priest in Gampaha, have been ordered to remain in custody until January 29, 2026. The officers ap...
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Another vessel and 5 suspects arrested for supplying narcotics to boats seized in southern seas
Five additional suspects and another boat, believed to be involved in supplying drugs to the multi-day fishing boats recently caught by the Navy off t...
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India s military might on full display at 77th Republic Day celebrations
India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on Monday, January 26, 2026, showcasing its military strength with an impressive display of missiles, warplanes...
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Case filed against Diana Gamage adjourned till Feb. 16
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has set the next examination of evidence in the case against former State Minister Diana Gamage for February 16. The ...
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“Successful India makes world stable”- European Commission Chief
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated on Monday that a "successful India" contributes to a world that is more "stable, prosperous,...
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Sajith pledges full support for proper implementation of education reforms
Sajith Premadasa, the Leader of the Opposition, has promised to fully support the proper and effective execution of educational reforms. He pointed ou...
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Obama, Clinton say killings by immigration agents should be wake-up call for US
Former U.S. Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton called on Americans to uphold their values on Sunday, January 25, following the second killing of...
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SC informed orders have been issued preventing local agents of MV X-Press Pearl from leaving the country
The Supreme Court was informed today by the Attorney General that orders have been secured from both the Colombo Magistrate’s Court and the Colombo ...
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Private jet crashes in flames at Maine airport with eight aboard
A private jet caught fire and crashed while taking off from a Maine airport, carrying eight people, according to the U.S. aviation agency. The identit...
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Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island
The Department of Meteorology has announced that today, June 26, several areas in Sri Lanka will experience spells of rain. This includes the Northern...
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