Call for cricket like takeover of football

Veteran football administrator Sunil Senaweera wants a Sri Lanka Cricket-type change to the sport’s administration and lashed out that he is deeply disappointed that no football club or football leagues in the country has spoken out against irregularities within the current administration of the Football Federation of Sri Lanka (FFSL).

Questions Raised: Anti-climax at super league final

It was a day on which either team had to fight hard down to the wire to win the final of what was called the National Super League at the Premadasa stadium in Colombo today. Instead a four wicket haul by right arm fast bowler Mohamed Shiraz paved the way for Dambulla to record a comfortable 119 runs win over Colombo.

World Bank grants Rs. 30 million for disaster management strengthening project

The World Bank has provided Rs. 30 million to compensate for damages caused by Cyclone Ditta under a disaster management strengthening project, Meteorology Department Director General Athula Karunanayake, said today.

Schools in Deniyaya temporarily closed amid viral fever outbreak

Several schools in the Deniyaya Education Zone have been temporarily closed following reports of a viral disease similar to influenza spreading among students, provincial education authorities told the Daily Mirror.

One of the planet’s biggest cities is sinking so rapidly it’s visible from space

Mexico City is sinking at such an alarming rate that it’s visible from space. Imagery from a powerful NASA radar system is revealing subsidence rates of more than 0.5 inches a month — making the city one of the planet’s fasting-sinking capitals.

DMT warns of blacklisting over excessive vehicle smoke emissions

The Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) has warned that vehicle owners who fail to comply with maintenance orders issued over excessive smoke emissions could face blacklisting, affecting access to key vehicle-related services.

How worried should we be about hantavirus?

The outbreak of hantavirus on a cruise ship carrying passengers from across the world is a situation that authorities say they are taking incredibly seriously.

SJB MP warns Sri Lanka becoming South Asia’s ‘safe haven’ for cybercriminals

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Gampaha District MP Amila Prasad has raised critical concerns regarding the misuse of the Port City project and the rise of organized cybercrime in Sri Lanka.

Aswesuma payment error: Rs. 248.8 mn to be recovered from May allowances

The Welfare Benefits Board (WBB) has confirmed that nearly 50,000 Aswesuma beneficiaries received duplicate payments due to a technical error during the distribution of a special New Year relief allowance, with authorities now moving to recover Rs. 248.8 million through deductions from May payments.

China announces suspended death sentences for former defence ministers

Two former Chinese defence ministers have been handed suspended death sentences on corruption charges, according to state media.

Parliament approves resolution to extend emergency by another month

Parliament today approved the resolution to extend the state of emergency for another month by a majority of 139 votes.

Renewable energy sector warns of collapse over Rs. 10 bn unpaid dues

Sri Lanka’s renewable energy industry has warned of a looming collapse as unpaid dues exceeding Rs. 10 billion continue to mount, with developers urging immediate government intervention to prevent widespread economic repercussions.

Heavy showers over 100 mm likely as heat index rises

The Meteorology Department has warned that prevailing showery conditions across the island are expected to continue over the next few days due to a low-level atmospheric disturbance near Sri Lanka.

Speaker’s Private Secretary allocated official residence in Colombo

The Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government Ministry has allocated an official government residence in Colombo 04 to the Private Secretary of the Speaker Chamira Priyasanka Gallage.

Former OpenAI board member says Elon Musk offered her sperm donations

A former OpenAI board member has explained how her unconventional personal relationship with Elon Musk evolved into having four of his children.

Hantavirus-hit cruise ship on way to Canary Islands after three evacuated

Two people in a serious condition who were evacuated from a cruise ship with a confirmed outbreak of deadly hantavirus have arrived in the Netherlands for treatment, operator Oceanwide Expeditions has said.

Market rallies as easing global tensions boost investor confidence

The Colombo Stock Exchange extended its upward momentum today, supported by improving global sentiment following easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the gradual stabilization of international markets. The sharp decline in global oil prices, coupled with gains across major global equity indices, created a more favorable backdrop for emerging and frontier markets, positively influencing investor sentiment at the CSE.

Vietnamese president To Lam arrives in Sri Lanka tonight

President of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam and General Secretary of the Communist Party of Viet Nam, To Lam, is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka tonight (07) on a state visit, marking a significant milestone in the 55th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Grade 6 admission appeals (2026) open May 8–29 via online system

The second round of appeal applications for admission to Grade 6 classes in schools for the 2026 academic year, based on the results of the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination, will be accepted online from May 8 to May 29, 2026, the Ministry of Education said.

Sri Lanka’s Poverty Line recorded at Rs. 16,690 in March 2026

Sri Lanka’s official poverty line, the minimum monthly expenditure required per person to meet basic needs, increased to Rs. 16,690 in March 2026, according to the Department of Census and Statistics (DCS).

Parliament approves regulations on free visa for 40 countries

Parliament today approved the regulations under the Immigration and Emigration Act which would allow free visa facility for 40 countries as proposed by the government in a move to boost tourism.

Sri Lankan workers resume departure for Israel jobs after airspace reopens

Sri Lankan workers bound for Israel have resumed departures following the reopening of Israeli airspace, which had been temporarily closed due to unrest in the Middle East.

Israeli attack kills son of Hamas leader negotiating with Trump-led board

An Israeli air strike has killed the son of Hamas’ chief negotiator in U.S.-mediated talks over Gaza’s future, a senior Hamas official said on Thursday, as leaders of ​the militant group held talks in Cairo aimed at safeguarding their truce with Israel.

Warrant issued for arrest of Kapila Chandrasena

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama issued a warrant for the arrest of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena over allegations that the bail conditions imposed by court had been violated through the production of unsuitable sureties.

Supreme Court orders Election Commission to hold Kalmunai, Sainthamaruthu polls

The Supreme Court today ordered the Election Commission to take steps, in accordance with the law, to conduct elections for the appointment of members to the Kalmunai Municipal Council and the Sainthamaruthu Urban Council.

Hantavirus-hit cruise ship on way to Canary Islands after three evacuated

Two people in a serious condition who were evacuated from a cruise ship with a confirmed outbreak of deadly hantavirus have arrived in the Netherlands for treatment, operator Oceanwide Expeditions has said.

NPP councillor resigns from Kurunegala Municipal Council

B.W. Premachandra, a member of the National People’s Power (NPP) representing the Kurunegala Municipal Council, has resigned from his position, citing frustration over alleged corruption, administrative failures, and poor governance within the council.

Statements recorded from 21 individuals Over USD 2.5 million cyber theft: Ananda Wijepala

The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) has so far recorded statements from 21 individuals over the USD 2.5 million cyber theft at the Finance Ministry, Public Security Minister Ananada Wijepala said today.

Harsha dismisses rumours of joining government

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Harsha de Silva rejected speculations that he is preparing to join the government.

North Korea says it is not bound by any treaty on nuclear non-proliferation

North Korea’s envoy to the United Nations has declared that Pyongyang will not be bound by any treaty on atomic weapons and that no external pressure will change its status as a nuclear-armed state.