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Sports ICC T20 World Cup Trophy Tour in the Country Launched Under President’s Patronage
The official tour showcasing the ICC T20 World Cup trophy, which will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka in 2026, was formally inaugurated today (21) at…
Politics 12-04-2026 | 10:55 AMUFC 327 Miami Donald Trump Enters Kaseya CenterPresident Donald Trump was ringside at a UFC fight in Miami on Saturday nig...
President Donald Trump was ringside at a UFC fight in Miami on Saturday night as high-stakes peace talks with Iran unraveled on the other side of the world. He…
Business 13-04-2026 | 7:37 PMTrump says US to begin naval blockadeThe U.S. military is due to begin a blockade of ships entering or leaving I...
The U.S. military is due to begin a blockade of ships entering or leaving Iran's ports at 10 a.m. (1400 GMT), after weekend talks on ending the war broke…
Business France Signals Positive Outlook on SL's GSP+COLOMBO (News 1st); France has called for a further expansion of Sri Lanka’s capacity to export high‑quality garment products to European markets, the...23-04-2026 | 11:24 AMRead more
COLOMBO ( News 1st); France has called for a further expansion of Sri Lanka’s capacity to export high‑quality garment products to European markets, the…
Politics 23-04-2026 | 7:18 AMDay 02 of the Walk for Peace Begins from MataleCOLOMBO (News 1st) - Today marks the second day of...
COLOMBO ( News 1st) - Today marks the second day of the Walk for Peace in the Island of Peace.The Walk for Peace in the Island of Peace concluded its first leg…
Politics Russian Deputy Foreign Minister to Visit Sri Lanka on March 31
Deputy Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation, Andrey Rudenko, is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka for an official visit, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs…
Politics Lanka faces crisis of conscience over fate of animals: Call for compassion, law reform, and ethical responsibility
The appeal emphasizes that there are about three million stray dogs in Sri Lanka, highlighting their suffering due to a lack of effective sterilization…
Business President Chairs Meeting with Heads of Banks and Financial Institutions
Following the launch of the National QR Payment Promotion Initiative, a meeting between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and the heads of banks and financial…
General Showers above 75 mm are likely at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva and Southern provinces and in Ampara and Batticaloa districts
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 23 APRIL 2026Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 23 April 2026 by the Department of Meteorology Misty conditions can be expected at some places in the…
Business Compensation payments and reconstruction activities related to the Ditwah relief measures must be expedited with special attention at the district level – PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized that compensation payments and reconstruction activities related to the Ditwah relief measures must be…
Business Parliament urged to probe questionable payment of USD 2.5 mn from Treasury
President’s Counsel Maithri Gunaratne has urged the Parliament to intervene in an ongoing investigation conducted by the Treasury into the wrongful payment of…
Business US intercepts three Iranian oil tankers in Asian waters - Report
The U.S. military has stopped at least three oil tankers flying the Iranian flag in Asian waters, redirecting them from their locations near India , Malaysia,…
General Auspicious time for planting of tree saplings for New Year falls today
Today, April 23, is the special time for planting tree saplings, according to the Sinhala and Tamil New Year schedule known as ‘Nekath Seettuwa.’ The tree…
Politics Sri Lanka, Iran Foreign Ministers hold phone conversation
Vijitha Herath, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka, spoke on the phone with Abbas Araghchi, the Foreign Minister of Iran. During their conversation,…
General Walk for Peace heads to Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy today
Today, the second day of the globally recognized "Ehipassiko Walk for Peace" is taking place (23). The walk will go from the historical Aluvihare Temple in…
Politics High-stakes Tamil Nadu, West Bengal election begins in India amid voter roll row
Voters in India will head to the polls on Thursday as important state elections kick off, particularly in West Bengal and Tamil Nadu . In West Bengal, the most…
Politics Sri Lanka s life expectancy rises with success of national immunization programme
Sri Lanka has seen an increase in life expectancy over the last 15 years, mainly thanks to the National Immunization Programme run by the Ministry of Health.…
Politics US Senate rejects measure aimed at limiting Trump s war powers in Iran for fifth time
The United States Senate has turned down a proposal for the fifth time this year that aimed to limit President Donald Trump’s military powers regarding Iran.…
General Lane closed on Colombo–Galle road near Kalutara after gravel spill triggers motorcycle accidents
A lane on the Colombo –Galle main road is closed near Kalutara–Wettumakada due to a gravel spill from a truck this morning (23). The Kalutara South Police…
Politics Lebanese PM accuses Israel of war crimes after strike kills journalist
Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has strongly criticized Israel following the death of journalist Amal Khalil, accusing the country of committing war…
Politics Thirteen killed in second India fireworks blast in three days
A blast at a firecracker factory in Thrissur, Kerala, India , has resulted in the deaths of at least 13 people, according to officials. The explosion occurred…
General Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces
The Department of Meteorology has issued an 'Amber' advisory warning of severe lightning for several regions in Sri Lanka. This includes the Western,…
Business Second ship fired on in Strait of Hormuz - UKMTO
The UK Maritime Trade Operations Centre (UKMTO) has reported that a second ship has been targeted in the Strait of Hormuz. The UKMTO, which is led by the…
General Sri Lanka Embassy in Riyadh launches special weekend consular service
The Sri Lankan Embassy in Riyadh has started a Special Weekend Consular Services Programme aimed at helping Sri Lankan expatriates who cannot visit during…