Plot to overthrow Vijay’s TVK government foiled

The alleged plot to topple the TVK government in Tamil Nadu has blown into an all-out political slugfest, with the TVK and its allies trading charges with the opposition DMK and AIADMK.

Hotter inflation unlikely to trigger fresh rate hikes: Bloomberg Economics

Sri Lanka’s inflation is set to climb further through the rest of 2026 but the Central Bank is expected to hold the interest rates steady for the remainder of the year, according to a research note by Bloomberg Economics.

No order to remove CID director Shani Abeysekara from Easter Attack investigation

Colombo Fort Magistrate Pasan Amarasena today ordered former State Intelligence Service (SIS) Director Suresh Sallay, who is being detained and questioned under a Detention Order in connection with the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks, to provide the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) with the passwords to his mobile phone and computer in relation to the investigation conducted into him.

Kane the Hero.! England escape shock exit as Belgium rally to win

Harry Kane scored twice in the final 15 minutes as England came from behind to beat Congo DR 2-1 and secure a place in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16.

Sri Lanka regains upper - middle - income status

Three years after facing what was the worst economic crisis which pushed Sri Lanka to the brink of collapse, the island nation has regained upper-middle-income status.

Oil falls for a third straight day after US, Iran talks conclude in Doha

Oil prices dropped about 1% on Thursday, down for a third consecutive day, after Qatar said Iran and the ​U.S. had made progress in indirect talks focused on the Strait of ‌Hormuz, which handled one-fifth of global oil supply before the war.

Two killed as bus, three-wheeler collide head-on

A 60-year-old woman and her 13-year-old grandson were killed in a head-on collision between a passenger bus and a three-wheeler on the Galle–Colombo main road in the Katukurunda area in Payagala early Thursday morning.

Death sentence imposed twice

An accused has been found guilty of murder twice and sentenced to death by Balapitiya High Court first on February 17, 2026 and then on June 30, 2026. He has been detained at present at the Welikada prison.

Sri Lanka looks to Kazakhstan for energy cooperation

Sri Lanka and Kazakhstan have explored opportunities to strengthen cooperation in the energy sector, with Kazakhstan expressing its willingness to support Sri Lanka’s refined fuel requirements during high-level bilateral talks held on Tuesday.

Showers likely in Western and hill country areas

The Meteorology Department says a few showers are expected in several parts of the country today (02), while strong winds are likely to prevail in some areas.

Israel says troops will stay In Lebanon, Syria, Gaza ’’until further notice’’

Israel’s defence minister said Wednesday that Israeli forces would remain in so-called security zones established in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza ’’until further notice’’.

Government launches 23 trilingual public service application forms online

The government on Tuesday launched 23 commonly used public service application forms in Sinhala, Tamil and English, marking a significant step towards improving access to public services and advancing digital governance under the ’Clean Sri Lanka’ programme.

Four die in Mexico City World Cup celebrations

A 48-year-old woman and a 44-year-old man also died after crowds descended on the city following the country’s 2-0 victory over Ecuador, the capital’s health authority said on Wednesday.

SLAF executes heroic CASEVAC mission

The SLAF Sri Aviation Unit deployed under MINUSCA successfully conducted a Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC) mission in Am Dafok yesterday (30 June 2026).

CSE ends mixed after technical delay curtails trading session

The Colombo Stock Exchange concluded Thursday’s session on a mixed note after a delayed market opening shortened trading hours due to a technical issue in the CSE trading system.

Central Bank warns public over prohibited pyramid schemes

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has issued a public notice warning that several companies and digital platforms have been identified and determined to be operating prohibited pyramid schemes under Section 83(C) of the Banking Act No. 30 of 1988, as amended.

Badulla Alugolla fire spreads over 20 acres

A fire that broke out in the Alugolla forest reserve area of Badulla this afternoon (1) has so far destroyed nearly 20 acres of land, according to the Disaster Management Center (DMC).

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Newly appointed Navy Commander calls on Defence Secretary

Newly appointed Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Damian Fernando, paid a courtesy call on the Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence today (01 July).

Australia one win away from history! INFOGRAPHIC

Australia have booked their place in the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup final after extending their unbeaten run to six matches, moving within one victory of a record seventh title.

Vice Admiral Damian Fernando assumes office as new Navy Commander

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake promoted the Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Navy, Rear Admiral Damian Fernando to the 3 star rank of Vice Admiral and appointed him as the 27th Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy with effect from 01 Jul 26.

BIA set for Rs. 15bn terminal upgrade

Sri Lanka’s aviation sector is set to undergo significant infrastructure development, with plans underway to modernize the first passenger terminal of Bandaranaike International Airport with an investment of approximately Rs. 15 billion over the next two years, Ports and Civil Aviation Deputy Minister Janitha Ruwan Kodituwakku said.

Two Kelani Valley train services suspended due to lack of power set

The Railway Department has announced the cancellation of two train services operating on the Kelani Valley line from today until further notice due to the unavailability of a power set required for operations.

State of emergency to end this month

The state of emergency imposed following the Cyclone Ditwah disaster will not be extended beyond this month, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said today.

Mexico, France Cruise into World Cup Last 16

Mexico and France secured emphatic victories to book their places in the World Cup last 16, delivering commanding performances in the knockout stage.

Court orders Suresh Sallay to hand over phone, computer passwords to CID

Colombo Fort Magistrate Pasan Amarasena today ordered former State Intelligence Service (SIS) Director Suresh Sallay, who is being detained and questioned under a detention order over the Easter Sunday terrorist attacks, to provide the Criminal Investigation Department with the passwords to his mobile phone and computer for the purposes of the investigation.

Actor Gamini Samarakoon passes away

Popular stage, teledrama and film actor Gamini Samarakoon passed away today.

US and Iran enter technical talks to secure peace deal, restart shipping

The U.S. and Iran held technical talks ​in Doha on Wednesday as they seek to agree on the flow of shipping through the Strait of ‌Hormuz and secure a lasting ceasefire, a source with direct knowledge of the talks and an Iranian official said.

Meteorology Department gets new DG

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the appointment of A.L.K. Wijemannage as the new Director General of the Meteorology Department with immediate effect.

Cabinet approves rabies eradication and dog registration bill

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the publication of the Rabies Eradication and Dog Registration Bill in the Government Gazette before it is presented to Parliament for approval.