Market edges up on value buying as crossings surge

The Colombo Stock Exchange closed with marginal gains today, as both indices ended in positive territory amid steady market activity. Improved turnover and share volumes signaled a gradual pickup in participation, while increased crossing transactions pointed to renewed interest from value investors.

Kusal Mendis - PSL Run-Machine

Kusal Mendis may have had his up and downs in his career, but the right handed wicketkeeper has been in prolific form in the last couple of years. Ever since he moved down the order in Test cricket, the former Prince of Wales College captain has had a decent run of form in all formats.

USD 2.5 Mn Treasury funds missing: CID moves court

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) today presented facts before Colombo Fort Magistrate Isuru Neththikumara over the incident of the disappearance of approximately USD 2.5 million from the Treasury.

Ex-motor traffic Deputy Commissioner arrested

A former Deputy Commissioner of the Department of Motor Traffic has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), officials said.

UAE to leave OPEC and OPEC+ oil producer groups

The United Arab Emirates said on Tuesday it was quitting OPEC and OPEC+, dealing a heavy blow to the oil exporting groups and their de ​facto leader, Saudi Arabia, at a time when the Iran war has caused ‌a historic energy shock and unsettled the global economy.

“Bring the account holder”: Indian man takes sister’s remains to bank

In a bizarre incident, a man in Odisha made headlines for bringing his dead sister’s skeleton to the bank. The 50-year-old reportedly brought the skeleton as part of his bid to withdraw the money deposited in his sister’s name at the bank.

Cable car projects proposed at Sri Pada and key tourist sites

Attention has been drawn to proposals for introducing cable car systems at several key tourist destinations, including Sri Pada (Adam’s Peak), as part of efforts to enhance the country’s tourism infrastructure.

President revives centuries-old tradition with Sri Maha Bodhi sapling presentation

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today ceremonially presented a sapling of the Sri Maha Bodhi to a group of monks led by Venerable Paññākāra Thera at Independence Square.

Shammi Silva, SLC Executive Committee decide to resign

Shammi Silva, President of Sri Lanka Cricket, along with the SLC Executive Committee, has decided to step down following a special committee meeting held today.

Austrian man admits plot to attack 2024 Taylor Swift concert

A man accused of plotting a terror attack at one of Taylor Swift’s concerts in Vienna in 2024 pleaded guilty on Tuesday.

Monks led by Ven. Paññākāra Thera conclude peace walk at Independence Square

A group of monks led by Venerable Paññākāra Thera, who had been walking across major cities including Anuradhapura, Kandy, and Colombo to promote compassion, mindfulness, and unity, reached Independence Square a short while ago.

Bangladesh starts fuelling its first nuclear power station

Bangladesh will begin loading uranium fuel into its first nuclear power station on Tuesday (Apr 28), a key step towards bringing the 2,400 megawatt plant online to ease pressure on the overstretched power grid.

Food security is vital to ensuring a nation’s sovereignty and national security – PM

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has said that, amid the prevailing turbulent global environment, the agriculture sector is facing significant challenges, while food security has become a key factor influencing a country’s stability, sovereignty, and national security.

Taylor Swift files trademarks for voice and image amid concern over AI misuse

Taylor Swift has filed applications to trademark her voice and image in a move seemingly designed to protect against AI misuse.

Cabinet approves permanent appointments for nearly 9,800 public sector workers

The government has approved a proposal to grant permanent appointments to employees currently serving in public institutions on temporary, casual (daily paid), substitute, contract, and relief basis.

Interim housing project approved for Ditwah cyclone-affected families

The Government has approved an interim housing construction project to support families affected by the Ditwah Cyclone who are currently living in safe centres, temporary shelters, and relatives’ houses.

‘Hacker called, forged signatures to steal funds’ – Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna National Organiser and MP Namal Rajapaksa today alleged that a recent financial fraud involving a government account was carried out through forged documents rather than a genuine cyberattack.

Cabinet approves programme to rebuild religious sites damaged by Ditwah

The government has approved a programme to support the reconstruction and rehabilitation of religious sites damaged by the Ditwah Cyclone.

Cabinet approves procurement of Adalimumab Syringes

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the procurement of 6,000 pre-filled syringes of 40mg/0.8ml Adalimumab, used in the treatment of various chronic and autoimmune diseases affecting both adults and children.

Dambulla hospital transfer approved for upgrade

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to transfer the Dambulla Base Hospital from the Central Provincial Council to the Ministry of Health and Mass Media to facilitate its development and upgrading.

UNP turns down SJB invitation to participate in its May Day rally

The United National Party (UNP) has turned down the invitation extended by the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) to participate in its May Day rally.

Gold hits three-week low with US-Iran talks, central bank decisions in focus

Gold fell to a three-week low on Tuesday, as elevated oil prices kept inflation concerns high, while investors awaited key central bank decisions this week to see if the Middle ​East conflict has altered the interest rate outlook.

Another USD 600,000 paid to US Post by Sri Lanka Post missing: Nalinda

An investigation has been launched into the disappearance of another USD 600,000 paid to the US Post by Sri Lanka Post, Cabinet Spokesman Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

Some media institutions trying to control us: Marikkar

While being critical of certain media institutions, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP S.M. Marikkar said today that some media institutions are trying to control politicians like him.

Pakistan, Sri Lanka kick off joint counter-terrorism exercise ’Shake Hands-II’ at Tarbela

Pakistan and Sri Lanka on Monday kicked off a joint counter-terrorism exercise at Tarbela aimed at enhancing professional capabilities and strengthening longstanding military-to-military relations, the military’s media wing said in a statement

Trump administration fires all members of US’ National Science Board

United States President Donald Trump’s administration has fired all 22 members of the board that sets the policies of the government-funded national science agency, according to an ex-board member and lawmakers.

European flight prices are falling in short term, Wizz Air boss says

European flight prices are falling as airlines try to overcome customer ’’hesitancy’’ over the economic hit from the US-Israel war with Iran, Wizz Air’s chief executive has said.

Tense situation during protest outside Treasury Secretary’s residence

A tense situation arose during a protest outside the residence of Treasury Secretary Harshana Suriyapperuma today.

Vietnamese President to address Sri Lankan Parliament on May 8

Vietnamese President and Leader of the Vietnam Communist Party, To Lam is to address the Sri Lankan Parliament on May 8, the office of the Leader of the House said today.

AI is like a sharp knife, use properly: Monk warns on misuse

“AI is like a sharp knife,” Vietnamese Buddhist monk Ven. Pagnakara Thera said, cautioning the public about the growing dependence on artificial intelligence (AI).