Two dead and hundreds arrested in France after PSG Champions League win

Two people have died and hundreds have been arrested across France after Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) fans celebrated the club’s victory in the Champions League final, according to the French interior ministry.

Sri Lankan tourist attacked in Pattaya after gender dispute with transwoman

A Sri Lankan tourist was assaulted by a transgender woman armed with high heel shoes on the city’s beach road Saturday night after he daringly touched her genitals twice to verify her gender--then refused to pay or proceed with any services.

Delay in bringing those responsible for Easter Sunday attacks to justice is regrettable: Catholic church in Sri Lanka

While expressing satisfaction on the investigations carried out into the Easter Sunday bomb attacks, the National Catholic Church Communications Director Fr. Jude Krishantha today said the church is not happy about the delay in bringing those responsible to justice.

’’She simply stepped into her own”: Ali Sabry defends Anudhi

Former Minister Ali Sabry came to the defense of Miss World Sri Lanka representative Anudhi Gunasekara, calling for dignity and support amid a wave of online criticism.

Over 50% of power outages restored amid severe weather: CEB

In the wake of torrential rains and gale-force winds that battered the country, the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has announced that nearly half of the widespread power outages reported during the extreme weather have been restored.

Government planning to export locally produced brown sugar: Handunnetti

The government is planning to export locally produced brown sugar as a move to raise the revenue of local sugar factories and thereby to protect the employees and sugar planters, Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Sunil Handunneththi said today.

CEB trade unionist appointed Mayor of Kaduwela

Ranjan Jayalal, a prominent trade unionist affiliated with the JVP-led trade union in the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB), has been appointed as the new Mayor of Kaduwela.

Govt to take immediate action to change policy on returning refugees -Minister

The government has announced plans to swiftly revise existing legal policies following the detention of a UNHCR-certified returning refugee from India, who was held by Immigration officials at Palaly Airport and later remanded by the Mallakam Magistrate’s Court until June 5th.

Private bus fare revision postponed until August: Gemunu

The Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) announced today that it has decided to postpone the annual bus fare revision, which typically takes effect in July, until August.

Rise in dengue, chikungunya, influenza among children: Pediatrician

There has been a noticeable rise in illnesses such as dengue, chikungunya, and influenza among children in recent weeks, Lady Ridgeway Hospital (LRH) Consultant Pediatrician Dr. Deepal Perera said

Mayors, chairpersons of 164 local bodies gazetted

Names of more than 164 local bodies have been gazetted by the Commission of Elections today.

Wife killed, husband injured in motorbike accident

A woman was killed and her husband injured when the motorbike they were riding collided with a bus plying to Colombo from Hambantota.

No price revision for LAUGFS gas in June

There will be no price revision for LAUGFS Gas domestic cylinder refills in June, LAUGFS Gas Director and Cluster CEO Dr. Niroshan J. Pieries said.

Names of members elected to CMC gazetted

The Election Commission has gazetted the names of members who have been elected to the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC), it was reported today,.

Health experts urge calm as new Covid subvariants found in Sri Lanka

At least seven dead after Russian bridge collapses on to train

At least seven people have died after a highway bridge collapsed on to railway tracks in Russia close to the Ukraine border, according to emergency services.

Thailand’s Opal Suchata crowned 72nd Miss World

May 31, 2025 In an unforgettable evening that brought the world together in celebration of beauty, social and environmental service, and global sisterhood, Hyderabad, Telangana, witnessed history as Opal Suchata from Thailand was crowned the 72nd Miss World at the glittering grand finale held at the HITEX Exhibition Centre. The moment marked the powerful conclusion of a month-long journey across Telangana, one that saw 108 contestants from around

Anudi Gunasekara misses out on Miss World quarterfinals

Sri Lanka’s Anudi Gunasekara has not been included among the quarterfinalists of the 72nd Miss World Festival 2025.

SLPP members praise impartial selection process for LG representatives

Members of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) have expressed satisfaction over the selection process of local government (LG) representatives, saying that it was conducted independently and impartially.

No fuel price revisions for June, CPC confirms

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) announced today that there will be no revisions in fuel prices for the month of June.

Sri Lankan Parliamentary delegation attends orientation programme in India

A Parliamentary delegation from Sri Lanka, led by Deputy Speaker Rizvie Salih visited India from 25-31 May 2025 for an orientation programme at India’s Parliamentary Research and Training Institute for Democracies (PRIDE).

President congratulates Anudi Gunasekara

President Anura Kumara Dissanayaka has extended his warm congratulations to Ms. Anudi Gunasekara for representing the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka at the 72nd Miss World Festival Grand Final.

Spill gate opened at Upper Kotmale reservoir

A spill gate of the Upper Kotmale Reservoir was opened this afternoon due to rising water levels, the Nuwara Eliya District Disaster Management Unit confirmed.

US to double tariffs on steel and aluminium imports to 50%, Trump says

President Donald Trump has announced the US will double its current tariff rate on steel and aluminium imports from 25% to 50%, starting on Wednesday.

Government announces list of holidays for 2026

The Government has officially announced the list of Public and Bank Holidays for the year 2026.

Mahela say ’winning mentality’ can deliver record sixth IPL title

A proven ’’winning mentality’’ and seasoned campaigners such as Rohit Sharma can propel five-time champions Mumbai Indians to more IPL glory, head coach Mahela Jayawardene says.

Govt issues gazette revising banned groups, individuals

A gazette extraordinary was issued by the government revising the list of banned organisations and individuals in the country.

Kusal Mendis makes his IPL debut in eliminator for GT; becomes third player to join the rare list

Sri Lankan wicketkeeper-batter came into the Gujarat Titans’ line-up in place of Jos Buttler, who left for his national duty following the culmination of the league stage of the ongoing IPL season. GT fell 20 runs short of Mumbai Indians’ 228-run total and were knocked out of the competition.

Sri Lanka to fast-track direct procurement of medicines from foreign governments

Plans are afoot to obtain direct assistance from foreign governments to secure essential medicines, until present issues within the medicine supply chain are resolved and disruptions are minimised, the Ministry of Health and Mass Media said.

SLMA urges govt. to implement tobacco ban for those born after 2010

The Sri Lanka Medical Association (SLMA) in a press release said that a policy on banning tobacco consumption for those born after 2010 is presented to the government and urges the government to take action on this policy in lieu of the upcoming World No Tobacco Day.