Vehicle revenue license counters in Western Province to be closed on May 5, 6

The issuing of vehicle revenue licenses in the Western Province will be suspended on May 5 and 6 due to the Local Government elections, the Provincial Chief Secretary said.

Electricity tariffs will be increased in June: President

The electricity tariffs will be increased in the next tariff revision in June, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said.

Australians head to polls amid economic concerns

Polls have opened on Australia’s general election day, with millions of voters expected to cast their ballots to decide the composition of the 48th federal parliament.

Will have to increase power tariff or face delay in 5th IMF tranche: Sagala

The government is facing a dilemma as it must either increase the power tariff or face a delay in receiving the fifth tranche under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) agreement signed with the IMF, United National Party (UNP) National Organiser Sagala Ratnayake said yesterday.

Three-member committee to probe into Sabaragamuwa Uni student’s death

A three-member committee has been appointed to investigate the sudden death of a second-year student at the Sabaragamuwa University, who reportedly committed suicide following an alleged incident of ragging.

Suspect arrested over shooting of Dan Priyasad

A 52-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with the shooting of Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Local Council candidate Dan Priyasad, police said.

Sri Lanka’s anti-ragging law ignored

The death of a student at Sabaragamuwa University by suicide over reasons allegedly linked to ragging sparks concerns over the lack of awareness of anti-ragging legislation and its enforcement, according to officials.

Countrywide liquor sales restricted on LG polls day

Sale of all alcoholic beverages through liquor outlets countrywide will be banned on Tuesday, May 6 in view of the Local Government elections day by order of the Excise Chief and this ruling is exempted for the in-house guests of all Tourist Board approved hotels and boutique villas.

Chile issues tsunami warning after earthquake

Chile has issued a tsunami warning and said people should evacuate a coastal area in the south of country after a large earthquake.

Seized LTTE valuables handed over to Govt. by Army

A stock of items previously seized by the Sri Lanka Army from the LTTE for investigative purposes was officially handed over to the government at the Sri Lanka Army Headquarters today (2), following the conclusion of relevant investigations.

Ireland fines TikTok 530 million euros for sending EU user data to China

TikTok has been fined 530 million euros ($601.3 million) by Ireland’s privacy regulator for sending user data to China.

Ten dead, dozens injured in Philippines bus crash

Ten people have been killed and more than 30 injured after a bus hit several vehicles at a toll gate on one of the busiest highways in northern Philippines, authorities say.

Harshitha, Kavisha lift Sri Lanka to first win

Half tons by Harshitha Samarawickrama and Kavisha Dilhari helped Sri Lanka to record a five-wicket win over South Africa in the Sri Lanka Women’s Tri-Nation ODI series tournament played at R. Premadasa Stadium.

No secret who instigated SL protests against Kashmir attack: Pakistan HC

Responding to a protest held outside its office in Colombo by a group of local persons against the Kashmiri terror attack, the Pakistan High Commission said it is no secret who has instigated these protests in Sri Lanka.

Yevan Dominates on Euroformula Debut

Seventeen-year-old Yevan David made a spectacular entry into the 2025 Euroformula Open Championship, with a stunning performance at the season-opener in Portimão, Portugal.

CSE begins May with positive momentum

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) started the May with a positive trading session from the beginning to end, supported by a strong rebound in investor sentiment.

Trans women banned from English women’s cricket

Transgender women have been banned from playing in women’s and girls’ cricket in England and Wales after the governing body announced a change in policy on Friday.

Businessman remanded over major vehicle registration frauds

A businessman who owns a vehicle sales showroom in Wariyapola was ordered to be remnded till 9 May by Colombo Chief Magistrate Thanuja Lakmali for allegedly causing a loss of over Rs. 50 million in unpaid taxes to the government.

Getting ready for Vesak...

Suspect dies in police custody in Kosgoda

A young man who was arrested with drugs yesterday, died while in the custody of the Kosgoda police this afternoon.

24-hour passport issuing service suspended for three days due to LG polls

The 24-hour service to issue passports under the one-day service has been suspended on May 5, 6 and 7 due to the Local Government elections, the Immigration and Emigration Department said.

President urges trade unions to stop protesting on streets for petty demands

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has urged trade unions not to take to the streets, in protest for petty demands and has called on them to change their old attitudes.

PM Modi inaugurates Adani-owned Vizhinjam Port in Kerala

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vizhinjam port in Kerala on Friday, India’s first deepwater transshipment port. The inauguration is seen as an important step in improving India’s shipping strength and cutting down the cost of moving goods by sea.

President to deliver keynote address at Vietnam’s Vesak ceremony

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will participate in the United Nations Day of Vesak ceremony being held in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam as the chief guest during his visit to Vietnam, the Foreign Ministry said.

Political promises vs. reality

Hundreds of cars get flat tyres after truck spills scrap metal

Hundreds of cars were left with flat tyres after a truck travelling along one of Australia’s busiest highways spilled 750kg (1,653lb) of sharp metal shards on the road.

Legal action against buses parked at Welipenna Expressway

Legal action will be taken against buses which were parked along the Southern Expressway service area at Welipenna, the Express Highway Patrol Division announced.

Edu Expo at BMICH

SLPP Candidate remanded for bribery

The Revenue Officer of the Akmeemana Pradeshiya Sabha, one of the SLPP candidates contesting the elections for the Imaduwa Pradeshiya Sabha, was taken into custody on suspicion of accepting a bribe of Rs. 25,000 to issue a trade licence for a hotel in the Unawatuna area.

Vesak Poya Day should not be turned into day of musical shows or carnivals: Public Administration Ministry

The Vesak Poya Day (12) should not be turned into a day of musical shows or carnivals but the day should be spent as a full religious day to make practice-based offerings (Pratipatti Pooja) in commemoration of the Sambudu Themagula (the threefold sacred events of Lord Buddha’s life), the Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government said in a circular.