Govt. backing fossil fuels over renewables: Namal

Opposition MP Namal Rajapaksa criticised the government for not shifting its stance on rooftop solar power installations, while increasing its reliance on coal, fossil fuels and diesel.

Tennakoon says Police looked in wrong places during manhunt

Suspended Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon, testifying before the Parliamentary Inquiry Committee investigating the W15 Hotel shooting, said police had been searching for him in the wrong locations.

Israeli currency strengthens against USD

The Israeli shekel significantly appreciated against the U.S. dollar on Tuesday, following the entry into force of the ceasefire between Israel and Iran, according to official exchange rates released by Israel’s central bank.

Continuous protest begins in Jaffna demanding justice for Chemmani mass grave

A massive protest commenced today in Jaffna demanding justice for the Chemmani mass grave.

US strikes did not destroy Iran nuclear programme, says intelligence assessment

The US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities did not destroy the country’s nuclear programme and probably only set it back by months, according to an early Pentagon intelligence assessment of the attack.

CID investigates into Ranil Wickremesinghe’s overseas trips

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) informed the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court that an investigation has been launched into the overseas trips undertaken by former President Ranil Wickremesinghe during his Presidency.

Bodies of two youths found with gunshot injuries in Middeniya

Police recovered the bodies of two young men, believed to be between 25 and 30 years old, who were shot dead this morning in Thorakolayaya, Middeniya.

Horana-Colombo private buses withdraw from services

Private buses operating on the Horana-Colombo route number 120 have decided to withdraw from service today (25) in protest against the implementation of a new bus service from Millewa to Colombo via Horana.

Dog-sized dinosaur that ran around feet of giants discovered

A labrador-sized dinosaur was wrongly categorised when it was found and is actually a new species, scientists have discovered.

Aviation emissions return to pre-pandemic levels: Expert

Operating aircraft burning hydrocarbons contributes around 2.5% of the total carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions caused by human activities, Sustainability and Civil Aviation Specialist and Aviation Research Leader Nuranga Adikari said.

Millions of children at risk as vaccine uptake stalls

Progress in vaccinating children against a variety of life-threatening diseases has stalled in the past two decades - and even gone backwards in some countries - a new global study suggests.

Demand for vegetables decline amid drop in purchasing power – Traders

Demand for vegetables has declined significantly due to a drop in consumers’ purchasing power, defying the usual economic principle of demand, according to traders at the Manning Market in Peliyagoda.

May tea exports up 12.4% YoY

Sri Lanka’s tea exports expanded 12.4 percent year-on-year in May 2025, reaching 21.87 million kilograms, compared with 19.45 million kilograms in the same month last year, industry data showed.

Top neurosurgeon has performed surgeries on brain-dead patients

During the ongoing corruption case involving Dr. Maheshi Surasinghe Wijerathna, a consultant neurosurgeon at Sri Jayewardenepura General Hospital, the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) told court yesterday that she had allegedly performed surgeries on brain-dead patients.

Vakshan bags 5,000m gold at Thai Open

Upcoming long-distance runner Vicknaraj Vakshan won the gold medal in the Men’s 5,000 metres event at the Thailand Open Athletic Championships in Bangkok (24). He finished the race in 15 minutes 56 seconds.

England produce record chase to win first Test against India

Ben Duckett’s astonishing 149 led England to a target of 371 - one of the all-time great run chases - to beat India on a nerve-shredding final day of the first Test at Headingley.

Govt to make special announcement on fiscal strategy on June 30

The Government is set to make a special announcement on its fiscal strategy in Parliament on June 30, according to a statement released by the Office of the Leader of the House.

J’pura University’s full-time bursar released to serve in private company: COPE reveals

The Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) revealed that the full-time bursar of the Sri Jayewardenepura University has been released to serve as a non-executive director of a private company.

No fuel shortages expected despite Iran-Israel tensions: CPC Chairman

Amid growing concerns over the potential impact of the Iran-Israel conflict on Sri Lanka’s fuel supply, Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) Chairman Janaka Rajakaruna assured the public yesterday that the country has already secured sufficient fuel stocks for the next two months.

Iran president says will respect ceasefire if Israel does

Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian says that it will respect a ceasefire announced by US President Donald Trump provided that Israel also upholds its terms.

Israel says air force destroyed radar installation near Tehran

Sounds of fresh explosions were heard coming from the northern part of Iran, with Israel confirming that it had struck a radar installation near Tehran.

Government to boost Nelumwewa hot springs as tourist destination

As part of the “Clean Sri Lanka” initiative, a new development project has been proposed to enhance the area surrounding the Nelumwewa hot springs in Welikanda, Polonnaruwa, with the aim of promoting it as a tourist attraction, the President’s Media Division (PMD) announced.

Dehiwala zoo lodges complaint with CID over fake social media account

The Dehiwala Zoological Gardens has officially lodged a complaint with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) regarding a fake social media account operating under their name.

CSE Shows Strong Recovery with ASPI Up 425 Points

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed on a strong positive note today, with both the All Share Price Index (ASPI) and the S&P SL20 Index recording significant gains. The upward momentum was driven by improved global investor sentiment following the announcement of a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, which had been engaged in nearly two weeks of conflict.

Flight operations at BIA return to normal

All SriLankan Airlines aircraft that were earlier diverted to alternate airports have now returned to the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) and resumed flight operations, Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) Chairman Sunil Jayaratne said.

Woman arrested for attempting to pay fine with counterfeit currency

A woman was arrested by Hambantota Police yesterday morning after attempting to pay a court fine using counterfeit currency notes at the Hambantota Magistrate’s Court.

Emirates resumes regular operations after minimal disruption

Emirates Airlines confirmed that it resumed its regularly scheduled operations within hours following minimal disruptions caused by regional events on June 23.

Internal Affairs Unit established at DMT to tackle bribery and corruption

As part of the government’s ongoing effort to eliminate bribery and corruption in the country, an Internal Affairs Unit was officially established today at the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT).

22 Oluwil university students suspended over ragging

A group of 22 students from Oluwil University have been suspended for allegedly ragging first-year students, Vice Chancellor Prof. S.M. Junaideen said.

1,500 tons of solid waste collected at last year’s Kataragama Perahera: CEA

Nearly 1,500 tons of solid waste, four tons of plastic PET bottles, and 50 kilograms of plastic garlands were collected at the end of last year’s Kataragama Esala Perahera season, the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) said.