Deal with US not imminent, Iran says

Iran says some progress has been reached in talks with the US, but a deal ’’is not imminent’’.

Central Bank warns against misleading claims on currency printing and exchange rates

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has issued a stern advisory urging the general public to remain vigilant and avoid falling victim to misleading statements regarding core economic policies, specifically money printing and exchange rate determination.

Wimal Weerawansa granted bail

Former Minister Wimal Weerawansa has been granted bail by the Kaduwela Magistrate’s Court following his arrest earlier today.

Shashi Weerawansa case over diplomatic passport fixed for July 24

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today ordered that further evidence in the case filed against Shashi Weerawansa, wife of former Minister Wimal Weerawansa, over allegations of obtaining an irregular diplomatic passport by submitting forged documents, be taken up on July 24.

Police launch islandwide security Plan for Hajj festival

Sri Lanka Police have implemented a special islandwide security plan in view of the Hajj Festival, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, which falls on May 28, 2026.

Prisons Department allows special visits for Hajj and Vesak festivals

The Prisons Department has announced that special arrangements have been made to allow inmates to meet visitors in connection with the Hajj and Vesak festivals, which fall on May 28 and May 30, respectively.

Railway station communications cut off over unpaid bills

Public telephone lines at all railway stations across the country have been disconnected due to non-payment of bills, causing inconvenience to passengers and station staff.

China launches rocket to send astronaut on year-long space mission as it eyes 2030 moon landing

China launched its Shenzhou-23 mission on Sunday (May 24), which will see a Chinese astronaut spend a full year in orbit for the first time, a crucial step in Beijing’s ambition to send humans to the Moon by 2030.

India turns to Latin American, African oil after Hormuz disruption

Indian refiners turned to imports from Latin America and Africa after supplies from the Middle ‌East were disrupted as the Israeli-U.S. war on Iran restricted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, data provided by trade sources show.

Election decisions belong to Parliament, EC: Namal

The decisions on holding elections should be made by Parliament and the Election Commission, questioning how a party secretary could announce whether an election would or would not be held, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna National Organiser and MP Namal Rajapaksa said.

India donates 134 cabs to Sri Lanka police

The Government of India today officially handed over a consignment of 134 single cabs donated to the Sri Lanka Police under the Indo–Sri Lanka Friendship Programme to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat.

At least four dead, 17 still missing after collapse of unfinished hotel in Philippines

Officials said up to 70 people were employed at the construction site, though most had gone home for the weekend.

Thundershowers, severe lightning expected after 1 p.m.

The of Meteorology Department has issued a warning that thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely to occur at several places in the Uva Province and in the Ampara and Batticaloa districts after 1.00 p.m. today.

Attack on Galle Face protesters: AG to frame changes against Deshabandu

The Attorney General’s Department today informed the Supreme Court that the Attorney General is expected to file indictments against former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon over his alleged failure to prevent the attacks on protesters at Galle Face on May 9, 2022.

2025 O/L results expected by mid-June

The Department of Examinations says the results of the 2025 G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination are expected to be released by mid-June.

Rough seas and strong winds expected around island

Showers will occur at several places in the sea areas off the coast extending from Puttalam to Hambantota via Colombo and Galle over the next 24 hours, the Department of Meteorology said.

Rupee appreciates as dollar selling rates fall

The Sri Lankan Rupee appreciated further against the US Dollar today (25), according to the latest exchange rates released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).

Wimal Weerawansa arrested

Former Minister Wimal Weerawansa was arrested a short while ago after arriving at the Thalangama Police Station to record a statement, Police said.

Video shows paraglider’s heart-stopping fall after plane collision

A heart-stopping video has captured the mid-air collision of a small plane and a paraglider, sending the latter tumbling toward the earth.

7-Eleven Japan founder Toshifumi Suzuki dies at 93

Toshifumi Suzuki, the founder of Seven-Eleven Japan and widely regarded as the father of Japan’s convenience store industry, died of heart failure on May 18, Seven & i Holdings said on Monday. He was 93.

Over 30,000 families affected by adverse weather across country

A total of 31,072 families have been affected by the prevailing adverse weather conditions across the country, impacting nearly 79,983 individuals, according to the Disaster Management Centre (DMC).

Meningitis cases rise amid Vesak season; health authorities urge vigilance

Health authorities have raised concerns over a rise in meningitis cases reported from several parts of the country, with the first patient identified at a school in Deniyaya.

First pediatric kidney transplant outside children’s hospital performed in Polonnaruwa

The first pediatric kidney transplant performed at a peripheral hospital outside a children’s hospital in Sri Lanka has been successfully completed at the Polonnaruwa China-Sri Lanka Friendship Kidney Hospital, health officials announced.

COPE too hunting for opposition members?

The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) has revealed details of land fraud that allegedly took place within the National Housing Development Authority.

Five sentenced to death over murder

A group of five accused who stood indicted with murder were found guilty and sentenced to death by Balapitiya High Court Judge Ruchira Weliwatta on Friday (22).

Brothel raided – four arrested

A group of four women engaging in prostitution were arrested by the Bandarawela Division Special Operations Unit during a raid last morning on a brothel run by a woman under the pretext of a massage clinic at Bindunuwewa in Bandarawela.

Police tighten noose on organised crime with 226 Red Notices

Sri Lanka has widened its international manhunt, securing 226 Interpol Red Notices targeting suspects believed in hiding across multiple countries, including the UAE, India, Russia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Tough action against traders exploiting rupee depreciation: Wasantha Samarasinghe

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) will crack down on traders who unreasonably hike the prices of essential goods to profit from the fluctuating market, Minister of Trade Wasantha Samarasinghe said.

Opposition MP says President sought RW’s support for economic stability

Referring to what has been taking place behind the scene during the past few weeks, opposition MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake yesterday said that he has been told that President Anura Kumara Dissanayake had sought the assistance of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe and a few others to stabilise the economy.

Ebola triggers heightened vigilance in Sri Lanka

The ongoing Ebola outbreak in parts of Central and East Africa is raising serious global health concerns, with fears that the spread may be wider than currently detected.