Doctors demand clarity as confusion grows

Doctors across the country remain deeply confused and uncertain over the Health Ministry’s new circular that outlines how state hospitals should allow patients to buy medical drugs and surgical items from outside suppliers.

One dead, several injured following accident in Borella

One person was killed and more than five others were injured in a road accident near the Borella Cemetery Roundabout this morning, police said.

EU and US agree trade deal, with 15% tariffs for European exports to America

The United States and European Union have reached a trade deal framework, ending a months-long standoff between two of the world’s biggest economic partners.

Hong Kong turn to ex-Sri Lanka Test player Kaushal Silva

Former Sri Lanka wicketkeeper batsman Kaushal Silva has been appointed as the new head coach of Hong Kong’s cricket team, the sport’s governing body in the city said on Monday.

President leaves for Maldives

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake departed from the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) this morning (28) for a three-day official visit to the Maldives.

U.S. dispatches crude oil samples , but won’t reach Sri Lanka before August 1

In its bid to start fuel sale to Sri Lanka as part of efforts to reduce the trade gap, the U.S. has dispatched samples of its crude oil to be tested for viability here,an official said.

Two women killed in Southern Expressway crash

Two women were killed and four others injured when a van overturned following a tyre burst on the Southern Expressway, police said.

At least 38 killed in church attack in eastern DR Congo

At least 38 people have been killed and 15 others injured in an attack on a church in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC).

Certain interested organisations trying to legalise gay marriages in Sri Lanka

While alleging that certain interested organisations are trying to legalise gay marriages in Sri Lanka, Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith said such marriages are not a human right.

Preethi Padman Surasena sworn in as new Chief Justice

Justice Preethi Padman Surasena, was sworn in as the new Chief Justice of Sri Lanka this morning (27) at the Presidential Secretariat, before President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Police deny reports of security withdrawal for senior monk

Sri Lanka Police have refuted social media claims that security provided to a senior Buddhist monk in the Eastern Province had been withdrawn.

Sri Lanka records 1.3 million tourist arrivals in 2025

Sri Lanka has welcomed over 1.3 million tourists so far this year, according to data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA).

Coast Guard rescues two fishermen after boat capsizes off Mirissa

The Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) rescued two fishermen after their vessel capsized in rough seas off the southern coast near Mirissa today.

Six Killed in Mansa Devi Stampede

At least six people have been killed in a stampede that broke out at the Mansa Devi Temple in Uttarakhand’s Haridwar early Sunday, SSP Pramendra Singh Dobal confirmed.

Passengers exit plane via emergency slide after aborted takeoff

Passengers on an American Airlines flight evacuated onto the runway via emergency slides after the plane aborted its takeoff on the runway in Denver on Saturday. One person was taken to the hospital with minor injuries, officials said.

Asia Cup 2025 fixtures revealed; India vs Pakistan to be played on September 14

India will play Pakistan on September 14 in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025, the fixtures of which were revealed by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) on Saturday. Earlier on the day, ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi revealed the dates of the Asia Cup 2025 with the tournament starting on September 9 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

Police bust Facebook-organized drug party

Kaduwela Police have arrested 21 youths during a raid on a hotel party organized through Facebook in the Weliwita area.

Trump says Thailand, Cambodia agree to hold immediate ceasefire talks

U.S. President Donald Trumpsaid on Saturday the leaders of Cambodia and Thailand had agreed to meet immediately to quickly work out a ceasefire, as he sought to broker peace after three days of fighting along their border.

British Parliamentarians visit Presidential Secretariat

A delegation of British Parliamentarians visited the Presidential Secretariat yesterday afternoon (25).

Marginalised children neglected by proposed education reforms: Mano

The education of the plantation based school children and any such marginalised segment need affirmative approaches as part of the short-term goal. It is missing in the proposed education reforms, Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) leader Mano Ganesan said today.

Sri Lanka calls for peaceful resolution to Cambodia-Thailand border conflict

The Government of Sri Lanka has expressed deep concern over the recent incidents along the Cambodia-Thailand border, which have reportedly led to the loss of life, displacement of civilians and damage to culturally significant sites.

Elderly man’s body found hanging in Kilinochchi Police Station cell

The body of an elderly man was recovered from a detention cell at the Kilinochchi Police Station on Friday.

First Sri Lankan earns U.S. Navy SEAL pin

Lieutenant Koyan Chamitha of the Sri Lanka Navy’s Special Boat Squadron (SBS) has made history by becoming the first Sri Lankan to complete the U.S. Navy SEAL training program and earn the prestigious SEAL Trident pin.

Foreign investors do not have to pay bribes, commissions in SL anymore : Govt.

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath yesterday said that the government was free of corruption, and it was now a good time for foreign investors to invest in Sri Lanka.

Cybercrime on the rise in Sri Lanka

Cyberattacks are becoming an increasingly serious issue in Sri Lanka, with the number of computer crime complaints rising sharply in 2025.

Foreign investors do not have to pay bribes, commissions in SL anymore : Govt.

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath yesterday said that the government was free of corruption, and it was now a good time for foreign investors to invest in Sri Lanka.

Joe Root: England’s elegant Test record-breaker

With a single behind point Joe Root climbed above Ricky Ponting to become the second-highest run-scorer in Test history, underlining his status as a giant of the sport.

Thailand declares martial law in 8 districts

Thailand’s acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai Friday blamed Cambodia for initiating the latest armed conflict by using ’’military force first.’’

President holds meeting with US Trade Representative on tariff reduction

A virtual discussion was held this evening (25) between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and US Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson Greer aimed at reducing the trade tariffs proposed to be imposed by the United States on exports from Sri Lanka.

Writ petition filed seeking removal of illegal electric fences to protect elephants

A writ petition has been filed before the Court of Appeal seeking an order directing authorities to detect and remove illegal electric fences to ensure the protection and conservation of elephants.