Medicine shortages continue to strain Sri Lanka’s healthcare system

The country’s healthcare system is facing mounting pressure as shortages of essential medicines persist across government hospitals and central storage facilities.

Iran Leader vows harsh retaliation after Israeli airstrikes assassinate top military commanders

In a public message, Ayatollah Khamenei condemned the “criminal act” and said the Israeli regime had exposed its “malicious nature” by striking civilian areas.

Air India flight makes emergency landing in Thailand after bomb threat; all passengers off plane

An Air India flight from Phuket in Thailand to India’s capital New Delhi received an onboard bomb threat on Friday and made an emergency landing on the island, airport authorities said.

Opposition secures Udu Dumbara Pradeshiya Sabha

The Opposition managed to secure the Udu Dumbara Pradeshiya Sabha today, the Opposition Leader’s office said.

IMF praises Sri Lanka’s reform progress, nearing next tranche of funding

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has commended Sri Lanka for making significant strides in implementing tough but necessary economic reforms, bringing the country closer to receiving the next tranche of IMF financial assistance.

SriLankan Airlines adjusts European flight routes amid Middle East tensions

The SriLankan Airlines said today it has been compelled to make changes to its European routes, including London due to escalating tensions in the Middle East to avoid the conflict zone.

Oil soars more than 6% after Israel’s strike on Iran alarms market

June 13 (Reuters) - Oil prices jumped more than $4 a barrel on Friday, hitting their highest price in almost five months after Israel struck Iran, dramatically escalating tensions in the Middle East and raising worries about disrupted oil supplies.

PM Modi visits Ahmedabad plane crash site, meets lone survivor at hospital

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Ahmedabad on Friday and visited the site of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crash that killed 241 people a day earlier, one of the worst air disasters in recent times.

Iran’s military chief Bagheri killed in Israeli strike

The chief of Iran’s military, Mohammad Bagheri, was killed in an Israeli strike, Iran’s semi-official Fars news agency reports.

Israeli military says Iran launched over 100 drones at Israel in past few hours

Israel’s military says Iran is launching drones in retaliation for its strikes on Terhan.

Generator at Norochcholai to be shut for maintenance

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) said the third generator at the Norochcholai coal power plant will be shut down for maintenance from midnight today (June 13).

Family’s ‘one-way journey’ to London ends in tragedy; Sri Lanka trip remembered in grief

In yet another soul-crushing story that left many heartbroken after the London-bound Air India flight crashed with 242 lives onboard, a ‘one-way journey’ of a beautiful family of 5 ended up in a tragedy.

The miracle of seat 11A and the tragedy of seat 11J: Two British brothers boarded Air India flight but only one left alive

The British brother of the only man to survive Air India’s devastating plane crash is today pictured by MailOnline as their family weeps with joy and dread.

Govt has forgotten pledge for justice over Easter attacks: Cardinal

The present government has seemingly forgotten its pledge to establish a special prosecution office to bring those responsible for the Easter Sunday bomb attacks to justice, Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith said.

Israel strikes Iran nuclear facilities, missile factories

Israel said it targeted Iran’s nuclear facilities, ballistic missile factories and military commanders on Friday at the start of what it warned would be a prolonged operation to prevent Tehran from building an atomic weapon.

Air India AI-171 crash one of the rarest in aviation history - Aviation experts

The Air India flight crash which claimed over 250 lives in Ahmedabad yesterday is one of the rarest in aviation history as initial investigations revealed that the crash may have been due to dual engine failure, aviation experts said.

Plane crashes in Ahmedabad: More than 290 feared dead

At least 290 people are feared to have died after a plane bound for London crashed into a residential area shortly after taking off from an airport in India’s western city of Ahmedabad.

Iranian state media confirms killing of Revolutionary Guards chief in Israeli strike

Iranian state media confirms the killing of Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Commander Hossein Salami in an Israeli strike.

Former Army Commander General Hamilton Wanasinghe passes away

Former Sri Lanka Army Commander General Hamilton Wanasinghe has passed away at the age of 91, family sources confirmed today.

COVID-19 situation under control despite rise in respiratory illnesses

Health authorities have confirmed that the COVID-19 situation in the country remains under control despite a noticeable increase in respiratory illnesses being reported in recent weeks.

Cummins eighth Australian to 300 Test wickets

Cummins’ 6 for 28 in the second innings of the WTC final was also the best figures by a Test captain at Lord’s.

Sri Lanka continuously maintains aviation safety standards - official

Sri Lanka always maintains the highest possible standards of aviation safety in accordance with the guidelines stipulated by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) which is a specialized United Nations agency which helps 193 countries to cooperate together and share their skies to their mutual benefit, an official said.

Dressage Olympian suspended for repeatedly whipping horse

Australian Olympian Heath Ryan has been suspended by Equestrian Australia after a video emerged that appeared to show him repeatedly whipping a horse.

Animal census completed at cost of just Rs. 2.7 Mn - Ministry

Sri Lanka’s first-ever nationwide animal census has been successfully completed at a total cost of just Rs. 2.7 million, the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation announced yesterday.

Animal cruelty still punishable by Rs.100 fine

The Animal Welfare Coalition (AWC) has raised concerns over the outdated legal framework governing animal cruelty offences in Sri Lanka, calling for swift legislative reforms to better protect animals.

Tarinda leads depleted side against Korea

Sri Lanka is set to begin their journey toward qualification for the 2027 Rugby World Cup with a crucial home fixture against South Korea tomorrow at the Racecourse ground in Colombo.

CSE ends mixed due to subdued trading activity

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed the day on a mixed note, with overall investor activity remaining relatively subdued. Both market turnover and share volume declined in comparison to recent sessions, which had experienced heightened trading activity.

India extends financial support for Nagapattinam-Kankesanthurai ferry service

The Government of India has extended its financial assistance for another year to support the ongoing passenger ferry service between Nagapattinam and Kankesanthurai, reaffirming its commitment to enhancing regional connectivity and strengthening people-to-people ties with Sri Lanka, the Indian High Commission announced.

Man on seat 11A miraculously walks out after deadly Air India crash

Ramesh Vishwaskumar Bucharvada, who was among the passengers onboard the Air India flight AI171, miracalously survived the deadly accident today.

Thousands of tourists to arrive in Sri Lanka to attend Dawoodi Bohra conference

Sri Lanka has pledged its full support to ensure the successful hosting of the Global Dawoodi Bohra Community’s Spiritual Assembly and Convention, scheduled to take place later this month in Colombo, the President’s Media Division said.