10-hour water cut in several Kalutara areas tomorrow

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) announced that water supply will be suspended for 10 hours in several areas of the Kalutara District tomorrow (10), due to an interruption in electricity supply to the Kehena Water Treatment Plant.

Permanent appointments for temporary staff recruited since 2018

The Government yesterday formally granted permanent appointments to a group of employees recruited on temporary, casual, substitute, contract and concessionary basis under the Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development.

One-third of schools inspected flagged for dengue risk

Schools have emerged as one of the key areas of concern in an islandwide dengue eradication drive, with inspectors discovering mosquito breeding sites and larvae in several educational institutions.

Govt steps up preparations for possible El Niño impact

The Government has begun preparing for the potential impacts of the anticipated global El Niño phenomenon, with special attention being paid to safeguarding food security, agriculture and water resources.

Sri Lanka emerging as a new base for Asia’s scam networks

The crackdown on scam compounds in Cambodia is leading some gangs to relocate to beach resorts and office buildings in Sri Lanka, in what may be the next phase of one of the world’s fastest-growing criminal industries.

Trump says US in ‘final throes’ of Iran deal, Hormuz strait to open in days

United States President Donald Trump has said that a deal between Israel and Iran is imminent, and that the two will leave each other alone for at least a week.

Red warning issued for fishermen as strong winds lash sea areas

The Department of Meteorology has issued an urgent Red Warning for the maritime and fishing community, warning that wind speeds could increase up to 70 kmph in sea areas off the coast from Kankesanthurai to Kalpitiya via Mannar.

Cabinet approves drafting of Digital Economy Bill

The Cabinet has approved a proposal to draft a Digital Economy Bill aimed at accelerating Sri Lanka’s digital transformation and promoting growth in the digital economy.

Sarana Gunawardena sentenced to 16 years of rigorous imprisonment

Former Deputy Minister Sarana Gunawardena, who was found guilty in four corruption cases, was sentenced by Colombo High Court Judge Mohomed Mihal to four years’ imprisonment on each count.

LIVE: Sri Lanka A vs India A, 1st Match at Dambulla

Sri Lanka’s chase of 278 got off to a positive start as openers Niroshan Dickwella and Avishka Fernando walked out to the middle.

Government to introduce demerit system for traffic offenses in September: Bimal

The government is planning to introduce a demerit system for traffic offenses in September as a pilot project across the country, Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development Bimal Rathnayake said today.

Government railway season tickets go digital from July

The issuance of concessionary railway season tickets for government officials will be fully digitized from July, allowing eligible public sector employees to obtain their tickets online through the Pravesha platform.

Over 200 stakeholders trained to put Sri Lanka’s Green Finance Taxonomy into practice

More than 200 representatives from Sri Lanka’s financial sector, corporate institutions and public agencies have been trained on the practical implementation of the country’s Green Finance Taxonomy under a European Union-backed initiative aimed at accelerating sustainable investments.

Three die after restaurant fire near Thalawathugoda Junction

All three victims who were injured following a fire at a restaurant near Thalawathugoda Junction have succumbed to their injuries, Police said.

Two fined Rs. 180,000 for killing protected barking deer

A Nanu Oya court has imposed fines totaling Rs. 180,000 on two men arrested for killing and butchering a barking deer, a strictly protected species under Sri Lanka’s wildlife laws.

Sri Lanka sets 13% industrial emission cut as key step toward carbon neutrality by 2050

Noting that the government has taken a landmark policy decision to double its emission reduction target for the industrial sector to a 13% commitment, authorities say this move forms the bedrock of Sri Lanka’s long-term climate strategy aimed at achieving 70% renewable energy generation by 2030 and complete carbon neutrality by 2050.

Ravi K questions Govt on IMF programme outcomes, future plans

Opposition MP Ravi Karunanayake today sought clarification from the Government on the outcomes of Sri Lanka’s International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme and the country’s economic strategy beyond the current arrangement.

Central Bank records Rs. 332.38 buy, Rs. 342.08 sell

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has issued the daily exchange rates for today (09), recording the buying price of the US dollar at Rs. 332.3805.

Sri Lankan workers to gain expanded job opportunities in Cyprus; social security issue to be resolved urgently

Sri Lankan workers are set to receive expanded employment opportunities in Cyprus, while authorities have also moved to address long-standing concerns over social security benefits for retired migrant workers.

Trump says pilots safe after US Army Apache goes down near Hormuz

U.S. President Donald Trump said early on Tuesday that ​the pilots of a U.S. Army ‌Apache helicopter that went down near the Strait of Hormuz ’’are fine.’’

Australia and Sri Lanka launch third phase of Operation Disi Rela

Australia and Sri Lanka have reaffirmed their steadfast commitment to combating maritime crime with the launch of the third phase of ’Operation Disi Rela’, a joint maritime security initiative aimed at safeguarding regional waters from a range of evolving maritime threats. The operation was ceremonially inaugurated on 8 June 2026 at the Kingsbury Hotel in Colombo.

Social media used to target youth with prohibited tobacco products

Social media platforms are being used to market prohibited tobacco products, including vapes and e-cigarettes, to young people in Sri Lanka, according to the Centre for Combating Tobacco.

Four injured in restaurant fire near Thalawathugoda Junction

Four people were injured after a fire broke out at a restaurant near Thalawathugoda Junction, Police said.

Two clauses of Money Laundering Amendment Bill inconsistent with Constitution: Speaker

The Supreme Court held that certain sections of Clauses 17 and 18 of the Money Laundering Amendment Bill are inconsistent with the Constitution and could be approved by a special majority (two thirds majority), Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne announced in Parliament today.

Ma Oya bridge closed today for debris removal; Use alternate routes

(RDA) has announced that the Ma Oya Bridge will be closed to all vehicle traffic from 8.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. today (9) to facilitate debris removal operations following the impact of Cyclone Ditwa.

Sallay legally detained under provisions of PTA: Deputy Minister

In the wake of various criticisms behind the detention of retired Major General Suresh Sallay, the former head of the State Intelligence Service, under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), Deputy Minister of Public Security Sunil Watagala said yesterday he was legally detained under provisions of the PTA and that there is nothing wrong with that.

Stop harassment of Suresh Sallay: Free Lawyers Association

Free Lawyers Association yesterday urged the authorities to provide necessary medical treatment to former State Intelligence Service (SIS) Chief and amend laws which pave the way for the harassment of Sallay and others who are held under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA).

Apple unveils Siri AI makeover as Tim Cook bids farewell

Apple has announced a significant overhaul of its digital assistant, unveiling Siri AI, which the company promised would offer a better artificial intelligence experience for users.

Mother wins three-decade legal battle over property against son

A mother has emerged victorious in a 30-year legal battle against her son over a residential property after the Supreme Court dismissed the son’s appeal, ruling that the property had been transferred to him solely to facilitate a bank loan, not with the intention of transferring its beneficial ownership.

Strongest earthquake in nearly 150 years hits off Cuba, shakes Mexico, Florida

A historically strong earthquake struck off Cuba’s northwest coast on Monday, according to official reports, shaking parts of Cuba, Mexico and ​Florida that are typically not prone to quakes.