Special message to A/L candidates affected by adverse weather

The Department of Examinations informs candidates of the Advanced Level (A/L) examinations who are affected by the adverse whether conditions to contact the nearest Zonal Education office, the Department of Examinations or the Disaster Management Centre if they are unable to access even the alternative transport methods.

Minister vows legal action against those who removed directional signboards at archaeology sites in Batticaloa

Claiming that a certain group has removed the directional signboards erected by the Archaeology Department to archaeology sites in the Batticaloa district, Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs Minister Hiniduma Sunil Senevi said that legal action will be taken against those involved in the act.

Norris and Piastri disqualified from Las Vegas GP

Lando Norris and McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri have been disqualified from the Las Vegas Grand Prix for technical infringements.

Groundbreaking for Jaffna’s first indoor stadium kicks off

The construction of the first-ever Indoor Stadium in the Jaffna District officially commenced today under the patronage of Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Sunil Kumara Gamage.

Titanic couple’s pocket watch sells for record £1.78m

The 18-carat Jules Jurgensen engraved watch was owned by first class passenger Isidor Straus, who died when the ship sank in April 1912.

Cannabis cultivations unearthed inside Yala Sanctuary

Three large-scale cannabis cultivations have been uncovered in the Gonagan Ara area of the Yala Sanctuary during a special four-day operation carried out by Police.

Sri Lanka launches international workshop on national plan of action for small-scale fisheries

Sri Lanka marked a significant step in sustainable fisheries management with the inauguration of the International Workshop on the National Plan of Action for Small-Scale Fisheries (NPOA-SSF), held yesterday (20) at the Lotus Tower in Colombo.

Opening of 9-arch bridge lighting project postponed indefinitely

The Central Cultural Fund has announced that the opening of the 9 Arch Bridge lighting project in Demodara has been postponed indefinitely due to issues involving the installation of electricity cables through private land.

Electronic bus fare payment system to launch tomorrow

The programme to introduce electronic card payments for bus travel will be officially launched from tomorrow(24) at the Makumbura Multimodal Transport Centre.

President calls on Tamil, Muslim MPs to back efforts to foster unity

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has urged Tamil and Muslim opposition parties to support the Government’s efforts to foster inter-community understanding and build a peaceful, inclusive Sri Lanka.

Brazil’s ex-president Bolsonaro detained by police ahead of vigil

Former Brazilian president Jair Bolsonaro was taken into federal police custody on Saturday before a planned supporters’ vigil near his home, ending months of house arrest as he appeals a Supreme Court conviction for plotting a coup.

Six dead as rescue operations at Kadugannawa landslide site ends

Police confirmed that rescue efforts at the Pahala Kadugannawa landslide site have now concluded, with six bodies recovered from the debris.

Yesterday’s rally not aimed at promoting Namal: Harin

The joint opposition rally held at Nugegoda yesterday was not aimed at promoting Namal Rajapaksa but to take on the government, United National Party (UNP) Deputy General Secretary Harin Fernando told the media today.

Ganethenna landslide: Two more bodies recovered: Death toll climbs to four

The death toll from the landslide at Pahala Kadugannawa rose to four after rescue teams recovered the bodies of two more victims, the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) said.

Head heroics power Australia past England in Ashes opener

England went down to a crushing defeat in the first Ashes Test as Travis Head’s blistering century completed an astonishing Australia fightback in Perth.

UPDATE: Death toll rises to two in Ganethenna landslide

The number of deaths from the landslide at Lower Kadugannawa in the Ganethenna area has increased to two, the Disaster Management Center (DMC) said today.

China unveils new development blueprint, pledges deeper cooperation with Sri Lanka

China’s Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee of the Communist Party has introduced a new development blueprint that will open fresh avenues for global partnership—including stronger cooperation with Sri Lanka—the Chinese Ambassador to Colombo said yesterday (21).

Coastal line services limited to Weligama after train derails

Train services on the coastal railway line have been limited to Weligama after a slow train travelling from Matara to Colombo Maradana derailed yesterday at around 2.05 p.m. between the Kamburugamuwa and Weligama stations.

All divisional secretaries summoned to Colombo for high-level meeting

All Divisional Secretaries islandwide have been summoned to Colombo today (22) for a special high-level discussion, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Leading Indian businessman chooses Sri Lanka for son’s grand wedding

A prominent Indian businessman, Mohan Suresh, has selected Sri Lanka as the destination for the wedding of his son, Jahraan Suresh, marking a significant boost to the country’s tourism and hospitality sectors.

Tourism bureau acts against social media posts damaging Sri Lanka’s image

The Tourism Promotion Bureau has confirmed that it is monitoring social media posts by foreign tourists that could negatively affect Sri Lanka’s reputation.

Met Dept. issues advisory for severe lightning

The Department of Meteorology has issued an Amber advisory warning of severe lightning in several provinces and districts, effective from 12.00 noon today (22) until 11.30 p.m.

Warrant issued against team manager in LPL match-fixing investigation

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama yesterday ordered the issuance of a warrant against a Pakistani national who served as the manager of the Dambulla Thunders cricket team, over allegations that he aided and abetted attempts to influence players to fix matches during the LPL 2024 tournament.

Compensation raised to Rs.10,000 for coconut trees cut down in Matara

The Coconut Cultivation Board (CCB) has announced an increase in the compensation paid for coconut trees cut down in the Matara District due to the rapid spread of the coconut root wilt disease, commonly known as Weligama Wilt.

Rockfall closes Colombo–Kandy road, trapping several in Ganethenna

A section of the Colombo–Kandy main road has been temporarily closed after a rockfall and earth movement struck a shop and a house in the Ganethenna area of Pahala Kadugannawa, leaving 10 people trapped inside.

Govt. at snail’s pace in project implementation

Only five out of 79 government construction projects, earmarked to be completed in 2025, have been completed and handed over, Sri Lanka Builders’ Association Chairman Susantha Liyanarachchi said.

Man found dead with injuries in three-wheeler in Maharagama

The body of a 57-year-old man was discovered last night (21) in a three-wheeler near the 4th lane of Gammana Road in the Maharagama Police Division.

Minor flood alert issued for Nilwala River and Gin Ganga lowlands

The Irrigation Department has warned of a possible minor flood situation in low-lying areas of the Nilwala River and Gin Ganga valleys following heavy rainfall in the upstream and middle-reach catchment areas today.

Boats deployed to assist A/L students in flood-affected Galle and Matara

The Disaster Management Center (DMC) has deployed several boats to assist schoolchildren sitting for this year’s G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination in reaching their examination centers in the flood-affected Galle and Matara districts.

New pension scheme for fisheries community launches today

The new pension scheme introduced under the 2026 Budget for the fisheries community officially comes into effect today.