Sri Lanka Army calls for applications for Officer Cadet Courses

The Sri Lanka Army has invited applications for vacancies in the Officer Cadets Short Course (Diploma) and the Lady Officer Cadets Course (Diploma) in the Regular Force.

Indian expat dies while playing badminton in Dubai

A 42-year-old Indian expatriate from Kerala died after collapsing while playing shuttle badminton in Dubai, according to a report by Manorama Online.

Over 1,000 Dengue cases logged in 24 hours

Sri Lanka recorded 1,069 dengue cases in the past 24 hours, Acting Director of the National Dengue Control Unit, Dr. Kapila Kannangara said.

US-gifted choppers take flight

Businesses earning over Rs. 100,000 daily must register for VAT and SSCL from July 1st

Nuwara Eliya District Senior Deputy Commissioner of Inland Revenue E.D. Karunaratne said that all service providers and businesses with a daily income exceeding Rs. 100,000 must register for Value Added Tax (VAT) and the Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL) from July 1st.

Assistant Secretary of State Paul Kapur arrives in Sri Lanka

Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs S. Paul Kapur arrived in Colombo on a three-day visit from June 21 to June 24.

Global Sri Lankan Forum urges President to intervene over Suresh Sallay’s health and legal rights

The Global Sri Lankan Forum (GSLF) has called on the President to urgently intervene on humanitarian grounds regarding the rapidly deteriorating health condition of the former Director of the State Intelligence Service (SIS), Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay.

School Principal arrested over sex abuse

The principal of a school in Koslanda in Bandarawela who had been arrested on suspicion of sexually abusing a ten year old schoolgirl was produced before Bandarawela Magistrate Gemunu Chandrasekara and remanded till July 10,’’The 56 year old suspect was a father of two children.

Safeguard existing apparel factories before producing fabrics from banana tree bark: Sajith

The government should focus on safeguarding the existing apparel factories first rather than focusing on producing fabrics from banana tree barks, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said today.

Russian State-Owned Companies Cleared to Bid for Sri Lanka Fuel Tenders

In a bid to improve competitiveness in fuel purchasing from the global market, the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has registered two Russian state owned companies allowing them to participate in the tender process, an official said yesterday.

CID probe sought over substandard medical equipment supplied to hospitals

A complaint has been lodged with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) calling for a comprehensive investigation into the supply and use of substandard medical equipment in government hospitals, amid the withdrawal of cardiac stents, angiogram catheters and colostomy bags.

MSD recalls hospitals to withdraw colostomy bags, catheters from hospitals immediately

The Medical Supplies Division (MSD) has ordered the immediate withdrawal of several batches of two medical devices supplied to government hospitals — a colostomy appliance and an angiographic catheter — following reports of defects and performance issues that could affect patient safety and treatment outcomes.

Race to semis: Qualification scenarios at T20WC 2026

With three rounds of matches completed for each team at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, the race for the semi-finals is heating up.

Garbage piles near health ministry raise dengue concerns

Garbage has accumulated along Norris Canal Road and several surrounding areas within a 50-metre radius of the Ministry of Health, creating potential dengue mosquito breeding grounds, according to Specialist Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa, Chairman of the Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance for Medical and Civil Rights.

Rs. 210Bn money trail: Mastermind detained, hunt on for accomplices

The alleged mastermind behind a large-scale money laundering operation accused of illegally transferring more than Rs. 210 billion (over US$700 million) out of Sri Lanka under the guise of importing goods has been detained by the Financial Investigation Division, with further investigations now underway.

Emotional Chamari takes blame for Sri Lanka loss at T20WC

A sad Chamari Athapaththu reflects on Sri Lanka’s loss to the West Indies that leaves the side with only a slim chance of reaching the semi-finals of the T20 World Cup.

Japan quintuples foreigner visa fees in first price hike since 1978

Japan has implemented a fivefold increase to visa fees for foreigners, marking the first price hike in nearly 50 years.

First high-level US-Iran talks see key agreements after brief walkout

The United States and Iran reached several key understandings during their first high-level talks in Switzerland, agreeing on a 60-day timeline to finalise a deal, setting up a High Level Committee to oversee the negotiations, and establishing communication mechanisms for the Strait of Hormuz, despite a tense start and a brief walkout by Iranian negotiators.

Twins conjoined at head separated after 40 hours of AI-assisted surgery

Twin sisters who spent the first 19 months of their lives joined at the skull were successfully separated in a stunning string of AI-assisted surgeries — and are now happy and thriving toddlers turning three.

Hold SLC elections or get blacklisted, ICC informs President AKD

The International Cricket Council has put forward a request to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to hold the elections of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) on or before July 31, and has emphasised that if local authorities fail to do so, Sri Lanka once again risks being blacklisted by the ICC, the Daily Mirror reliably learns.

Colombo Port transhipment growth accelerates as CWIT ramps up operations

The Port of Colombo recorded significant growth in container transhipment volumes in April 2026, building upon its record-breaking performance in the previous year.

Sri Lanka, Thailand urge stronger business ties to overcome ‘unfamiliarity’ to boost trade and investments

Sri Lanka and Thailand are pushing for deeper economic integration, with officials from both nations urging their respective private sectors to bridge the gap of unfamiliarity to build trust and unlock the full potential of bilateral trade and investments.

IMF team to visit Sri Lanka this week

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) country team is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka from June 24 to 30 for a formal staff visit to review the nation’s ongoing economic reform programme and assess the implementation of critical structural reforms.

Tourists raise concerns over payments allegedly collected by train guards

Train guards operating on the resumed Nanu Oya–Badulla railway service have allegedly collected money from tourists in exchange for access to train compartments, railway sources said.

U.S. Pacific Air Forces Commander arrives in Sri Lanka

General Kevin Schneider, Commander of the U.S. Pacific Air Forces (PACAF), arrived in Sri Lanka today for a three-day official visit aimed at further strengthening the growing defense partnership between the United States and Sri Lanka. As the head of PACAF, General Schneider oversees all U.S. Air Force personnel and assets across the Indo-Pacific region.

US and Iran begin talks on initial peace deal in Switzerland

US and Iranian officials have arrived in Switzerland for direct talks after signing an initial agreement to end the war last week.

West Indies Women beat Sri Lanka by five wickets

The West Indies Women produced a dominant all-round performance to defeat Sri Lanka Women by five wickets in their Group B encounter of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 at Gros Islet, Saint Lucia.

India A beat Sri Lanka A by 66 runs to win Tri-Nation A-Series

India A defeated Sri Lanka A by 66 runs to clinch the Tri-Nation A-Series trophy at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Sunday.

France bans alcohol at music festival events under red heatwave alert

France has banned alcohol at some events at a massive national music festival on Sunday as a heatwave pushes temperatures towards record levels.

Lunuwila police accused of false implication in heroin trafficking case

Two youths in Lunuwila have filed a Fundamental Rights petition before the Supreme Court alleging that they were unlawfully arrested, falsely implicated in a heroin trafficking case, and wrongfully remanded for more than two months by officers attached to the Lunuwila Police Station.