'No doubt' England make World Cup final - Hartley

There is ’’no doubt’’ that England will reach the Women’s World Cup final, said former spinner Alex Hartley after Nat Sciver-Brunt’s side thrashed New Zealand to conclude the group stage.

Chamod, Safiya Crowned South Asia’s Fastest Sprinters

Sri Lankan athletes Chamod Yodhsingha and Safiya Yamic emerged as South Asia’s fastest man and woman at the 4th South Asian Senior Athletics Championship 2025, which concluded today in Ranchi, India.

Suspected gunman in Weligama Chairman murder arrested in Maharagama

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID), with support from the State Intelligence Service (SIS), have arrested a suspect believed to be the shooter in the murder of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekera.

Two more arrested over Weligama PS Chairman’s murder

Two more suspects believed to be involved in the murder of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekera have been arrested, police said.

Deep depression over Bay of Bengal likely to intensify into severe cyclone by Oct 28

The Meteorology Department has warned that a depression over the southeast Bay of Bengal has intensified into a deep depression and is likely to develop into a severe cyclonic storm by October 28.

Two arrested over theft of jewels at Louvre museum in Paris

Two suspects have been arrested over the theft of precious crown jewels from Paris’s Louvre museum, French media say.

Actor Satish Shah dies at 74 In Mumbai

Veteran actor Satish Shah died on Saturday. He was 74. Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit confirmed the news to NDTV.

Govt plans mobile phone ban for children below 12

Sri Lanka plans to prohibit the use of smartphones by school children under the age of 12, Child Affairs Minister Saroja Paulraj said.

Saudi passenger arrested for assaulting flight attendants on SriLankan Airlines flight

A 28-year-old Saudi national has been arrested after assaulting two flight attendants on a SriLankan Airlines flight from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Drug eradication requires more than police: Minister

Minister Vijitha Herath said that eradicating the drug menace requires more than police action alone, urging communities at the village level to actively work to stop the sale and consumption of drugs.

Ella Odyssey train derails at Watagoda

The Ella Odyssey train, which departed Colombo Fort Railway Station at 5.30 a.m. for Badulla, derailed this afternoon (26) at Watagoda Railway Station, the Railways Department said.

Trump dances on red carpet as he lands in Malaysia

US President Donald Trump landed in Malaysia on Sunday at Kuala Lumpur’s international airport and was greeted by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, as he was seen dancing briefly with a group of Malaysians performing a traditional dance.

India-Sri Lanka ferry service suspended

The international ferry service between Nagapattinam and Kankesanthurai, Sri Lanka, has been suspended with the onset of the northeast monsoon. Operations will resume in Dec.

Decision-making should reflect people’s needs: Minister Abayaratne

In order to make the best decisions at crucial moments when working for the people, we need a vision for the future. When we take action, we must carefully weigh the pros and cons, Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government Minister Dr. Chandana Abayaratne said.

Cambodia and Thailand sign expanded ceasefire alongside truce-broker Trump

The leaders of Thailand and Cambodia signed an enhanced ceasefire deal on Sunday in the presence of U.S. President Donald Trump, whose intervention in their fierce border conflict earned him a Nobel Peace Prize nomination.

Three arrested over murder of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has arrested three individuals in connection with the murder of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekera, police said.

India arrests man for stalking, touching Australian women cricketers

Indian police have arrested a man accused of stalking and inappropriately touching two Australian cricketers participating in the ICC Women’s World Cup, officials said on Saturday.

Energy Minister cancels extension of power Reforms DG granted by Ministry Secretary

In what appears to be an instance highlighting differences within the government, Energy Minister Kumara Jayakodi has cancelled the one-year service extension granted to Director General of the Power Sector Reforms Secretariat, Pubudu Niroshan, by Ministry Secretary Udayanga Hemapala.

Trump raises tariffs on Canadian goods in response to Reagan advert

US President Donald Trump has said he is increasing tariffs on goods imported from Canada after the province of Ontario aired an anti-tariff advertisement featuring former President Ronald Reagan.

Big Ticket Sri Lankan Winner in Riyadh: Banker Wins 250gm Gold Bar After Seven Years of Trying

The Big Ticket Sri Lankan Winner in Riyadh has become the talk of the town after a 63-year-old banker, Mohamed Nalim, struck gold in the popular Big Ticket Abu Dhabi weekly e-draw. The long-time expatriate, who has been living in Saudi Arabia for nearly two decades, won a 250-gram 24-karat gold bar with ticket number 173160 — a dream come true after years of persistence.

Ministry warns of fake WhatsApp group misusing education reform title

The Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Ministry has alerted the public to a fraudulent WhatsApp group operating under the name “Education Council to be formed through the New Education Reforms.”

Gazette issued allowing release of vehicles held at customs

A Gazette Extraordinary has been issued outlining new regulations for the release of vehicles currently held by Sri Lanka Customs.

King takes 7-18 as Australia thrash South Africa

Alana King returned the best figures in Women’s World Cup history as Australia hammered South Africa by seven wickets to set up a semi-final meeting with India.

Government has no control over law and order: Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa has voiced concern over the recent spate of killings across the country, warning that law and order appear to be slipping out of government control.

No decision yet on driving license fee revision: DMT Commissioner General

Depatment of Motor Transport (DMT) Commissioner General Kamal Amarasinghe has clarified that no final decision has been made regarding a revision of driving license fees this year.

Two Australian women cricketers ‘touched inappropriately’ in Indore

It is learnt that the concerned players were walking to a cafe at Khajrana Road, which is roughly three kilometres from their hotel when a motorcyclist committed the offence.

Rain or Shine, Gear Up for a Thrilling Weekend of Sport

As rain clouds drift across Sri Lanka this weekend, outdoor plans might be off — but that’s hardly bad news for sports lovers. From the Premier League’s late-night battles to India’s crucial ODI in Sydney and the roar of Formula 1 engines in Mexico, it’s shaping up to be a weekend tailor-made for staying in, curling up, and catching every moment of the global action.

AI job demand in South Asia, including Sri Lanka, surges 75% Faster: World Bank

The World Bank has highlighted a rapid rise in demand for artificial intelligence (AI) skills across South Asia, including Sri Lanka, noting that this trend is beginning to influence hiring patterns. Between January 2023 and March 2025, the share of AI-related job postings in the region more than doubled, increasing from 2.9% to 6.5%, growing approximately 75% faster than non-AI job listings.

Gayle named brand ambassador as LPL gears up for 2026 return

The Lanka Premier League (LPL) has appointed West Indies cricket icon Chris Gayle as the Brand Ambassador for its upcoming sixth season, scheduled for 2026.

Govt prioritises primary healthcare strengthening to tackle rising NCD threat

Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has said that strengthening primary healthcare remains a core priority under the government’s health policy, as Sri Lanka works to curb the growing burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs).