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…
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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…
Weather 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…
Politics Expert committee to monitor implementation of recommendations on Easter attacks
The Cabinet of Ministers in Sri Lanka has approved a plan to create a system that will oversee the execution of recommendations from the 2019 Easter Sunday…
Business Three vessels hit by gunfire in Strait of Hormuz, crews safe
On Wednesday, gunfire struck at least three container ships in the Strait of Hormuz, according to maritime security sources and the United Kingdom Maritime…
Politics Chaminda Pathiraja appointed Controller General of Immigration and Emigration
The Cabinet of Ministers has officially approved the permanent appointment of Iraj Chaminda Pathiraja as the Controller General of Immigration and Emigration.…
Security Iran s IRGC Navy claims it has seized two ships in Strait of Hormuz - state media
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy of Iran has reportedly taken control of two ships in the Strait of Hormuz, according to state media. The…
Crime Detention order on ex-SIS chief Suresh Sallay to continue
The Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court has instructed the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to provide an update on May 20 regarding the investigation of…
Sports EU agrees to widen sanctions against Iran
The European Union has decided to broaden its sanctions against Iran to include individuals and groups that are obstructing the Strait of Hormuz. This vital…
Politics Sri Lanka seeks foreign partnerships to expand ports and aviation sector
A special meeting took place between Andrew Patrick, the British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, and Anura Karunathilaka, the Minister of Ports, Civil…
Business Donald Trump extends Iran ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz blockade
US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday, April 21, that he would extend the ceasefire with Iran indefinitely, just hours before it was set to end. This…
Politics “Walk for Peace” to begin in Dambulla under state patronage
The well-known “Walk for Peace” is set to start today, April 22, in Dambulla, with plans to continue until April 28, supported by the government. The peace…
Crime Nine arrested over brutal assault on mother in Gokarella
Nine people have been taken into custody by the Gokarella Police for their involvement in a violent attack on a mother in public. This incident, which took…
Business Air fares soar by nearly 25% as Iran war forces flights to re-route
Air fares have jumped nearly 25% due to the ongoing war in the Middle East. A new study shows that the lowest economy tickets are, on average, 24% more…
Crime Premalal Jayasekara to be produced in court following arrest over firearm incident
Former Ratnapura District Parliament Member Premalal Jayasekara was arrested on October 21 in connection with an alleged firearm threat. He is set to appear in…
Sports World Earth Day observed with focus on climate action and sustainability
Today, April 22, marks World Earth Day. The theme for this year is “Our Power, Our Planet.” By 2026, many serious environmental issues are expected, such as…
Politics Pope warns humanity s at risk, in plea to world leaders
The Pope has expressed concern that the future of humanity may be “tragically compromised” due to the failure of international law and political…
Crime Suspect arrested for Rs. 1 mln fraud involving fake bank website
A man has been taken into custody for allegedly stealing Rs. 1,000,024 by setting up a fake website that looked like the official site of a private bank. The…
Crime Indian national arrested with over 1kg of Kush at BIA
An Indian man has been apprehended at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayaka after being found with more than one kilogram of ‘Kush’ drugs.…
Politics Govt to expedite compensation for farmers affected by Matara salinity barrier
The Sri Lankan government is speeding up compensation payments for farmers who lost crops due to a salinity barrier built across the Nilwala River in Matara .…
Travel New regulations issued for Sri Lankan multi-day fishing vessels entering Maldivian waters
The Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in Sri Lanka has introduced new rules for multi-day fishing trawlers that travel through Maldivian waters.…
Crime Two close associates of “Panadura Kudu Salindu” arrested in Payagala
Two close associates of Salindu Malshitha, known as “ Panadura Kudu Salindu,” were arrested in the Payagala area. Initial investigations show that the suspects…