198 foreign nationals arrested in Southern Province over cybercrimes

Sri Lankan police have arrested 198 foreign nationals across three locations in the Southern Province on suspicion of involvement in organized cybercrime. The raids took place in Midigama, Hikkaduwa, and Galle, targeting groups allegedly operating digital fraud centers.

Man accused of attempting to assassinate Trump pleads not guilty

The man accused ‌of attempting to assassinate U.S. President Donald Trump at a White House reporters’ gala last month pleaded not guilty to all charges on Monday.

No environment clearance granted for cable car project at Sri Pada: CEA

The Central Environmental Authority (CEA) said today that environment clearance has not been granted for a cable car project at the Sri Pada (Adam’s Peak) site.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay meets former CM MK Stalin day after oath-taking

Tamil Nadu’s new Chief Minister Vijay on Monday met his predecessor and DMK chief MK Stalin, a day after the actor-turned-politician was sworn in following a landmark election victory.

Advisory issued for heavy rain

Heavy rains exceeding 100 mm are expected at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, North-Western and Northern Provinces and in the Galle, Trincomalee and Batticaloa districts due to the influence of the low-pressure area located to the northeast of Sri Lanka, the Meteorology Department said.

Rs. 23,000 million ‘Prajashakthi’ programme approved: PMD

Development projects valued at Rs. 23,000 million out of the Rs. 25, 000 million allocated under the 2026 Budget for the ‘Prajashakthi’ National Poverty Alleviation Programme have already been approved and forwarded to District Secretaries for implementation, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

India, Sri Lanka discuss USD 450 million post‑conflict reconstruction package

The Ministry of Finance said a discussion was held between Deputy Minister of Finance Anil Jayantha Fernando and Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Santosh Jha regarding the USD 450 million post‑conflict reconstruction package.

Dua Lipa sues Samsung for $15m over use of her image on TV boxes

Pop star Dua Lipa has filed a $15m (£11m) lawsuit against Samsung, alleging it used her image on packaging for its televisions without permission.

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Fire breaks out near Dam Street Police Station in Colombo

A fire has broken out in a building located opposite the Dam Street Police Station in Colombo, prompting a large-scale firefighting response.

Will appear before investigation whenever summoned: Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser and MP Namal Rajapaksa says he and his party will appear before investigative bodies whenever they are called, stressing that cooperation is the best way to prove innocence.

84% of Sri Lankans express willingness to donate eyes

Around 84% of the population in Sri Lanka has expressed their willingness to donate eyes, according to relevant data, reflecting strong public support for corneal donation programmes in the country.

Health corruption probes delayed, patients suffer: Dr. Sanjeewa

Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance for Medical and Civil Rights Specialist Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa has alleged that the failure to properly investigate past corruption and fraud incidents in the health sector, despite evidence submitted to authorities, is causing a grave injustice to patients.

Low-pressure area forms near Sri Lanka; rough seas and strong winds expected

The Meteorology Department has issued an advisory warning that the atmospheric disturbance over the Bay of Bengal has developed into a low-pressure area in the vicinity of Sri Lanka.

Water tariff revision due on June 30: Minister

The next revision of water tariffs will take place on June 30, Minister of Housing, Construction and Water Supply Susil Ranasinghe said.

Minister Nalinda to attend 21st Asia Media Summit in Maldives

Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa is scheduled to leave for the Maldives on May 12 to participate in the 21st Asia Media Summit, one of the region’s leading gatherings focused on media, broadcasting, and digital communication. The summit officially commenced on May 11 at the Villa Nautica resort in the Maldives and will continue until May 14.

Reservoir spill risk rises due to heavy rains; Warning issued for Kataragama area

Heavy rainfall experienced across the country could lead to rising water levels in reservoirs and increased spill operations in the coming days, the Irrigation Department warned.

US and French nationals test positive for hantavirus after leaving ship

An American and a French national who have returned to their home countries having left a cruise ship hit by a deadly outbreak of hantavirus have tested positive, authorities say.

Two doctors at Trincomalee Hospital suspended following infant death

The Director General of Health Services has suspended the services of two doctors over the death of an infant at the Trincomalee District General Hospital.

Sri Lanka receives US approval for blue swimming crab exports till 2029

The Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic, and Ocean Resources said that restrictions previously affecting Sri Lankan fish exports to the United States have been removed, following official approval granted by U.S. authorities for the export of Sri Lankan blue swimming crabs.

Mannar sand mining permits temporarily suspended

Authorities have temporarily suspended all sand mining permits in the Mannar District following concerns over the manner in which permits were being issued in the district.

Don’t waste time if not interested in holding PC polls: Opposition parties tell government

Three opposition political parties, namely the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), Illangei Tamil Arasu Kachchi (IATAK) and the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress (SLMC) today told the government not to waste time with the select committee appointed to look into amending the Provincial Election laws if it is not interested in holding the elections.

100 registrar officials receive computer equipment under ‘One Registry’ Digitalization Drive

A special ceremony to distribute new computer systems to 100 Registrar officials serving in Divisional Secretariats was held at the Registrar General’s Department auditorium, as part of the government’s ‘One Registry’ program aimed at digitalizing civil registration services.

Landslide warnings issued for five districts

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued landslide early warnings for five districts following adverse weather conditions prevailing across the country.

Turkish Airlines plane evacuated due to tyre fire after landing in Kathmandu

A tyre of a ​Turkish Airlines (THYAO.IS), opens new tab plane caught fire after ‌it landed on Monday in Nepal’s capital of Kathmandu, authorities said, forcing the closure of the ​airport for an hour.

Four women arrested following viral motorcycle video

Buttala Police have arrested four women after a video showing three young women riding dangerously on a motorcycle without safety helmets went viral on social media.

Hatton–Colombo main road blocked after landslide

A landslide has blocked a section of the Hatton-Colombo Main Road in the Diyagala area, following the severe weather conditions currently affecting the country.

SL Pakistan discuss making FTA more effective

The Ministry of Trade in Sri Lanka and Karachi Chamber of Commerce and Industry had discussed with Pakistan Chamber of Commerce and Industry in making the Pakistan Sri Lanka Free Trade Agreement more effective and realistic.

Power tariff hike will drive investors away : Sajith

The Power tariff hike will drive investors away while it has been act of subjecting them to extrusion, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said yesterday.

Oil prices jump after Trump dismisses Iran proposal to end war

Oil prices rose in Monday morning trade in Asia after President Donald Trump said Iran’s response to US proposals to end the war was ’’totally unacceptable’’.