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Sports Home comfort vs championship pedigree as Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru collide in IPL 2026 final
Traditionally, IPL finals were held at the home venue of the previous year's champions, which would have favored the Royal Challengers (RCB). Unfortunately for…
Sports ‘Disappointing’ – Sangakkara on Sam Curran turning out for Surrey with IPL still on
Curran had been traded to RR from Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in exchange for Sanju Samson, with Ravindra Jadeja going to CSK. After Curran communicated his…
Politics Let us dispel the roots of greed, hatred, and delusion, and transform our lives into a nobel period that brings peace and serenity – PM
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his Vesak Day message, encouraged all Sri Lankans to embrace Buddhist values of non-violence, compassion, and unlimited…
Politics Further embrace the values of Buddhism founded upon non-violence, compassion and boundless loving-kindness towards all living beings – President
He stated that Vesak is a significant festival that marks three key events in the life of Lord Buddha: his birth, his enlightenment, and his passing into…
Business Court orders arrest of Basil in Rs. 7.8m poll funds case
The Colombo Fort Magistrate's Court has ordered the arrest of former Minister Basil Rajapaksa, along with Tourism Promotion Bureau Chairman Bhashwara…
Politics Opposition demands suspension of CIABOC Director General, probe into ‘arbitrary and biased conduct
The Opposition cited the Anti-Corruption Act No. 9 of 2023, explaining that the Director General is a subordinate officer who must operate under the…
Politics More Japanese funds for demining operations in the north
According to a press release from the Japanese embassy, Japan is contributing USD 1,343,202 (around Rs. 400 million) for this venture. The funds will support…
Politics Rajitha calls for combined lists, denounces those unwilling to join as traitors
Former Cabinet Minister Dr. Rajitha Senaratne stated on October 27 that there is no agreement between the JVP and the NPP regarding the long-awaited Provincial…
Sports Let us all build a society valued with peace and harmony, guided by unity and solidarity beyond all differences – PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya shared a message for the Hajj festival, urging all Sri Lankans to create a society based on peace and harmony. He…
Business New High-Definition (HD) Television Studio at the University of Vocational Technology handed over to students with the participation of the Prime Minister
In addition to the studio's opening, several new centers aimed at enhancing students’ practical skills and academic experiences were also inaugurated. These…
Business Over 300 busted for possession of narcotics during Sri Pada season
These arrests came after coordinated raids and thorough security checks by special police teams in the Hatton police division. The operations focused on…
Politics Pope says AI must be ‘disarmed’ to prevent domination, exclusion, and death
Pope Leo emphasized that control of AI data should not be left just to private companies. He called on lawmakers to safeguard workers' rights and protect…
Politics US military launches strikes on southern Iran amid talks in Qatar
The US military has conducted strikes on locations in southern Iran, according to a statement from the US military, as top negotiators from Tehran meet in…
Business SL exports exceed USD 5.7 bn in first four months of 2026
Mangala Wijesinghe, Chairman and CEO of the EDB, remarked on the April 2026 export results, noting that total exports hit US$ 1,380.93 million, marking a 6%…
Politics Govt. seeks info on sailor abducted along with 16 others off Somali coast in April
Sri Lanka is requesting assistance from Somalia to locate a Sri Lankan sailor who was kidnapped on April 21 this year. He was part of a crew of 17 aboard the…
General Showers will occur at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts
Winds could become fairly strong, reaching speeds of 30-40 km/h, particularly on the Western slopes of the central hills, and in the Northern, North-central,…
General Showers will occur at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts
Winds could become fairly strong, reaching speeds of 30-40 km/h, particularly on the Western slopes of the central hills, and in the Northern, North-central,…
Business Attacks on Ebola centres intensify in eastern DRC amid outbreak fears
Healthcare workers in Ebola-affected regions of eastern DRC have often encountered pushback from the community regarding strict burial rules, which require…
General Showers expected in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts
Winds are expected to be fairly strong, reaching speeds of 30 to 40 km/h at times, particularly over the Western slopes of the central hills, and in the…
Politics US police responding to dozens of shots fired near the White House
At the time of the incident, President Donald Trump was inside the White House. Police have restricted access to the area, while National Guard troops are…
Politics Tulsi Gabbard to resign as US director of national intelligence
Gabbard, who has been a supporter of Trump during his 2024 presidential campaign, was confirmed as a key figure in US intelligence shortly after his return to…
Politics Matara MC issues warrant for arrest of Basil
The Matara Magistrate’s Court has issued an arrest warrant for former Minister Basil Rajapaksa after he did not show up for a hearing in a financial crimes…
Politics About 100 mm rainfall likely at some places in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle and Matara districts
In the Uva province and in Ampara and Batticaloa districts, showers and thunderstorms could happen after 1:00 p.m. Winds of 30 to 40 km/h may occur at times in…
Politics EC says it is ready to hold PC polls under any system approved by Parliament
The Election Commission has informed the Parliamentary Select Committee on Provincial Council Elections that it stands ready to conduct the polls using any…