Six aircraft diverted due to adverse weather at BIA

Six aircraft have been diverted to the Mattala International Airport and Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in India due to the heavy rains around the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA).

Five children missing after tractor swept away in floodwaters

Seven individuals, including five children have gone missing after the tractor they were in was swept away by floodwaters today

All spills gates of major reservoirs opened

All spill gates of the Deduru Oya, Rathkinda Reservoirs, Polgolla Diversion Dam, Rajanganaya Reservoir, Iranamadu Tank, Ulhitiya Reservoir and Parakrama Samudra have been opened due to the heavy rainfall in these areas.

One dead, over 70,000 affected due to heavy rains

Due to the heavy rainfall across the country, 77,670 persons belonging to 22,532 families have been affected, with one death reported, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.

Landslide warning issued for ten districts

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) today (26) issued early landslide warnings for ten districts.

A/L exams suspended for three days

The Examinations Department has decided to suspend the 2024 GCE Advanced Level (A/L) examinations on November 27, 28 and 29 due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions.

Sri Lanka Economic Summit in January 2025

The 24th edition of the Sri Lanka Economic Summit, organised by the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, will take place on January 28 and 29, at Shangri La Hotel, Colombo.

Amarapura Chapter gets new Mahanayake Thero

Most Venerable Karagoda Uyangoda Maithri Murthi Thero has been appointed as the Mahanayake Thero of the Amarapura Nikaya.

Badulla night mail train cancelled

The night mail train scheduled to depart from Colombo Fort to Badulla has been cancelled due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions, the Railways Department said

Several wildlife tourism bungalows closed due to adverse weather

Steps have been taken to close the wildlife tourist bungalows located in the Yala and Wasgamuwa National Parks due to the current adverse weather and flood conditions prevailing in the country, the Wildlife Conservation Department said.

Bribery Commission records statement from Maithripala Sirisena

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery and Corruption recorded a statement from former MP Maithripala Sirisena today.

Immigration authorities nab 26 foreigners from Colombo call center

The Department of Immigration and Emigration apprehended 26 foreign nationals this morning, who have been allegedly engaged in an illegal call center in Colombo.

CEB union confident government will fulfill bonus demands: Ranjan Jayalal

As the only CEB trade union representing the government, they are confident that the government will fulfill their demands, including providing the bonus, said Ceylon Electricity Employees’ Union General Secretary, Ranjan Jayalal.

No Viyathmaga members backing NPP

While condemning claims that Viyathmaga members are backing the National People’s Power (NPP) government, Cabinet Spokesman and Media Minister Nalinda Jayathissa today assured that no one from Viyathmaga has been appointed as Ministers or Ministry Secretaries.

Cabinet approves purchase of four diesel shipments

The Cabinet has approved the purchase of four shipments of diesel (0.05%, M.S) for six months, from December 15, 2024, to June 14, 2025.

Previous govt accused of importing substandard medicines, skipping future orders

Cabinet Spokesman and Media Minister Nalinda Jayathissa claimed that the previous government was not only responsible for importing substandard medicines but also failed to place medicine orders for the upcoming year.

Imran Khan supporters breach lockdown in Islamabad, several people killed

Supporters seeking the release of imprisoned Pakistani former premier Imran Khan broke through a ring of shipping containers locking down the capital Islamabad, while at least six people have died in protest-related violence.

Arrest warrant issued on newly elected Jaffna MP

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today issued a warrant for the arrest of newly elected Jaffna District Parliamentarian Dr Ramanathan Archchuna for failing to appear before the court in connection with a traffic accident that occurred in 2021.

Government not involved in Veyangoda treasure excavation: Minister

The government was not involvement in the excavations for treasure near Wandurawa Rajamaha Vihara in Veyangoda, Cabinet spokesman Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

Arjuna Mahendran noticed to appear in court over bond scam

The Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today issued a notice directing former Central Bank Governor Arjuna Mahendran to appear before the court on February 25, 2025.

Govt. taking Adani allegations seriously; No decision yet on projects: Minister

In the wake of bribery allegations against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani in the US, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Nalinda Jayathissa said that the Sri Lankan government was taking the matter seriously.

Cabinet not formed based on race, religion or caste: Minister

In response to concerns raised on the lack of Muslim representatives in the recent Cabinet appointments, Cabinet spokesman and Media Minister Nalinda Jayathissa stated that the Cabinet was not formed based on race, religion or caste.

President to visit China after Indian visit

China has invited President Anura Kumara Dissanayake for an official visit, Cabinet spokesman Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

Budget proposals for 2025 to be presented on January 9

Cabinet spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayathissa said the 2025 Budget proposals will be presented to Parliament on January 9, 2025.

Functions, institutions under Ministries gazetted

A Gazette Extraordinary has been published detailing the subjects, functions, Departments, Statutory Institutions and Public Corporations under new Ministries.

Upcountry railway line disrupted

The upcountry railway line has been disrupted between Badulla and Bandarawela due to landslides and falling rocks, the Railways Department said.

Amid heavy rains A/L candidates advised to use nearest exam centres

The Department of Examinations today advised Advanced Level (A/L) candidates to report to the nearest examination centres if they are unable to reach their assigned centres due to disasters caused by the heavy rains.

Possible floods in Mahaweli River and Heda Oya basin today

Due to heavy rainfall received last night, there is a possibility of flooding in low-lying areas around the Mahaweli River and Heda Oya basins, the Irrigation Department said.

Over 50,000 people affected due to natural disasters

A total of 55,416 persons from 15,670 families have been affected across ten districts due to natural disasters such as flash floods, strong winds and falling trees, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) reported.

Depression in Southwest Bay of Bengal to intensify, near east coast

The depression over the southwest Bay of Bengal was located approximately 410 km southeast of Trincomalee last night.