Hospitals reach full capacity as cases surge

With Sri Lanka’s dengue outbreak reaching epidemic levels, patients are facing severe difficulties as hospitals in several parts of the country have reached full capacity to accommodate the growing number of dengue cases.

Mother drowns, daughter missing after falling into cultivation well in Galewela

A 45-year-old woman drowned while her 10-year-old daughter remains missing after the two reportedly fell into a cultivation well near the Thubara Tank in Tennakonpura, within the Galewela Police Division.

Ireland seal historic T20 series win over India

Hosts edge world champions by one run at Stormont to seal a memorable 2-0 series triumph.

Semi-Final Line-Up Confirmed in Women’s T20 World Cup 2026

Australia, England, West Indies and South Africa are through to the final four after a 30-match group stage.

Over 18,000 Poson Dansals registered; PHIs step up inspections

More than 18,000 Dansals have been registered across the country for the Poson Poya festival, with Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) intensifying inspections to ensure food safety and public health standards are maintained.

Venezuela quake death toll nears 1,500 as rescue work goes on

Rescue teams raced on Sunday to find more survivors ​of the two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela this week, with signs of life bringing occasional relief to a grim quest to whittle down a list of tens of thousands missing.

Canada reach World Cup Last 16 after Eustaquio stoppage-time winner

Canada have reached the Round of 16 at the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time after a stoppage-time winner secured a 1–0 victory over South Africa.

West Indies beat Sri Lanka in first Test

The West Indies produced a commanding all-round performance to defeat Sri Lanka by an innings and 217 runs in the first Test of the two-match series at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in Antigua on Sunday.

Migrants in US on temporary status should seek permanent residence or leave, Homeland Secretary says

Migrants in the United States on temporary protected status should seek permanent residence or leave for their home ​countries, U.S. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said on Sunday.

Ben Stokes: England captain to retire from international cricket after New Zealand series

The announcement was made during the afternoon session on the fourth day of the series decider at Trent Bridge, while he was bowling, with Stokes then taking a wicket with the first ball after the news broke. The Durham all-rounder made his white-ball debut in 2011 and his Test debut during the 2013/14 Ashes series in Australia, with Stokes captaining the Test side since April 2022.

Yatiyantota Traffic Police OIC remanded over missing service firearm

The Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Traffic Branch at the Yatiyantota Police Station, who was arrested in connection with the disappearance of his service firearm, has been remanded in custody. The suspect was arrested yesterday (June 27) by officers from the Seethawakapura Division Crimes Investigation Bureau following an investigation into the missing weapon.

Uganda’s leading media outlets shut down by army chief

Uganda’s leading independent media group says it is under ’’military siege’’ after the army chief - who is the son of President Yoweri Museveni - ordered the closure of TV stations, newspapers and radio outlets.

Patali claims current fuel import costs do not justify retail prices

United Republican Front (URF) leader Patali Champika Ranawaka presented what he described as current fuel import cost estimates, stating that a litre of petrol could be unloaded at the Port of Colombo for approximately Rs. 220, while diesel could be landed at around Rs. 235 per litre before taxes.

Saudi Aramco helicopter crash in Ras Tanura kills all 14 on board

At least 14 people have been killed after a helicopter crashed in Saudi Arabia, Saudi state media reported, citing an official source at the country’s energy ministry.

Delft, Analaitivu hospitals get Government attention

The health facilities of Delft and Analaitivu Islands have received special attention from the government following an inspection visit by Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa.

France records 1,000 excess deaths during record-breaking heatwave

France has recorded 1,000 excess deaths during the blistering heatwave sweeping Europe, the ​public health agency said on Sunday, warning that ‌the true figure was likely to be higher.

Health experts reject PM’s claims linking dengue surge to ‘new strain’

Health experts have rejected recent statements by Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya and Deputy Minister of Health Dr. Hansaka Wijemuni attributing the current surge in dengue cases to a new or modified strain of the dengue virus, insisting there is no scientific evidence to support such claims.

National progress requires collective effort and shared commitment: PM

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said that national progress requires collective effort and a shared commitment from all sectors of society.

Historic relics display opens for Poson

Reckless drivers to face direct legal action during Poson

Police officers have been instructed to take direct judicial action against reckless drivers instead of issuing on-the-spot fines, the Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of the Traffic Control and Road Safety Division said.

Five nabbed at BIA with Rs. 72.2 mn in Hashish and Kush

Five Sri Lankan passengers, including a woman, were arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake early today after they were allegedly caught attempting to smuggle narcotics worth an estimated Rs. 72.2 million into the country.

Kalubowila hospital unveils new cath lab on June 30

Several advanced patient care facilities, including a newly established cardiac catheterisation laboratory (Cath Lab), at the South Colombo Teaching Hospital, Kalubowila, will be officially opened for public use on June 30 under the patronage of Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa.

6.1 magnitude earthquake off northeastern coastline rattles Japan; no tsunami warning issued

A magnitude-6.1 earthquake rattled northeastern Japan on early Sunday (June 28, 2026), according to the Japan Meteorological Agency, the latest in a series of major temblors hitting the region.

Govt. reviews proposal to bring Tellippalai Base Hospital under Central Administration

The Government has initiated a review of the feasibility of bringing Tellippalai Base Hospital under the administration of the Central Government, while assuring that no final decision will be made until consultations are held with all relevant stakeholders.

Iran attacks Bahrain and Kuwait following US strikes, threatens to end talks to end the war

Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard launched drone and missile attacks Sunday targeting Bahrain and Kuwait in response to U.S. airstrikes that hit the Islamic Republic, and threatened a “complete halt” could come to negotiations to end the war if Washington continues its attacks.

Special drive launched to restore elderly allowance

The government has launched a special expedited programme to issue National Identity Cards (NICs) to elderly people from low-income families who have lost their monthly elderly allowance due to the absence of an NIC.

580 litres of fake bee honey seized in Vavuniya ahead of Poson pilgrimage

Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) in Vavuniya have seized 580 litres of artificial bee honey allegedly prepared for sale to pilgrims visiting sacred sites during the Poson season.

If the Presidential Secretariat needed a dengue clean-up, what about the rest of the country? – Namal

SLPP National Organizer and Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa questioned the government’s response to the worsening dengue situation, stating that the clean-up campaign carried out around the Presidential Secretariat highlighted the authorities’ delayed response to a crisis that has already reached epidemic proportions.

Water levels rise in Castlereagh and Maussakelle reservoirs

Water levels in the Castlereagh and Maussakelle reservoirs have increased following intermittent heavy rainfall in their catchment areas, according to engineers in charge of the reservoirs.

Ram Madhav rejects report of India-Pakistan Track 2 talks in Colombo

Senior BJP leader and India Foundation president Ram Madhav on Saturday rejected a media report claiming he participated in fresh India-Pakistan Track 2 talks in Colombo, calling it a ’’complete spin to a non-story.’’