At least 12 wounded after Oklahoma party shooting

US authorities responded to reports of gunfire at about 9pm local time on Sunday at a gathering of young people near Arcadia Lake, Edmond Police Department spokesperson Emily Ward said.

Dengue cases rise, 12 deaths reported in 2026

Health authorities have reported a surge in dengue cases across the country, with 12 dengue-related deaths recorded so far in 2026.

Failure to raise alcohol taxes increases consumption: Fact Sheet

A recent Alcohol and Drug Information Centre (ADIC) fact sheet has highlighted the growing economic and social consequences of not consistently increasing alcohol taxes over the past two years, pointing to rising consumption levels and mounting pressure on Sri Lanka’s healthcare system.

Three dead in suspected virus outbreak on Atlantic cruise ship

Three people have died after a suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean, the World Health Organization (WHO) has told the BBC.

Dansala registration begins for Vesak, Poson; Health guidelines issued

The Sri Lanka Public Health Inspectors’ Association announced that registration of dansalas for the upcoming Vesak and Poson festivals has commenced islandwide.

’’Cricket doesn’t have to be left-wing’’: Bimal on Eran’s appointment

Minister Bimal Rathnayake defended the appointment of Eran Wickramaratne as Chairman of the Cricket Restructuring Committee, while dismissing concerns over political differences and stressing the need for capable leadership in reviving the sport.

Iran’s army warns all ships must coordinate with its forces in Hormuz or face attack

The Iranian army has said “the security of the Strait of Hormuz is in the hands of the armed forces of the Islamic Republic of Iran and that any safe passage and navigation in any situation will be carried out in coordination with the armed forces”.

US transfers crew of captured Iranian ship to Pakistan

A spokesperson for US Central Command (CENTCOM) has told the ABC broadcaster that crew members of the M/V Touska, which was captured in the Gulf of Oman last month, have been taken to Pakistan for repatriation to Iran.

A Letter from Chinese Ambassador to Young People of Sri Lanka

Amid a period of profound changes unseen in a century, a nation’s future increasingly depends on the values, mindset and creativity of its younger generation. In Sri Lanka, I am often moved by the talent and vitality of the young people here, and I can genuinely sense their affinity for China and their enthusiasm for deepening exchanges and cooperation between our two nations:

Ravi K calls for independent forensic probe into NDB fraud

Democratic National Alliance (DNA) MP Ravi Karunanayake has called on President and Finance Minister Anura Dissanayake to initiate an independent forensic investigation into the alleged fraud at National Development Bank PLC (NDB), citing serious concerns over regulatory lapses and systemic weaknesses in financial oversight.

Treasury Secretary should be summoned before privilege committee: Dayasiri

Opposition MP Dayasiri Jayasekara is to take up in Parliament this week the dollars 2.5 million theft where he is to propose summoning of Treasury Secretary Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma before the Committee on Parliamentary Privileges.

Govt. says Vesak Poya day was determined by Mahanayake Theras

In the wake of certain people including some Buddhist monks raising concerns over changing the date of Vesak, the government yesterday reiterated that Vesak Poya was rescheduled for May 30 on the request of the Mahanayake Theras.

Early trends show big lead for Vijay’s TVK in Tamil Nadu

Two hours since the counting of votes began and early trends show a big win for actor Vijay’s new party Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK). In Tamil Nadu, where votes were cast for 234 seats, a tug of war is playing out between TVK, currently leading in 85 seats and the AIADMK-led alliance leading in 77 seats. The ruling DMK in alliance with Congress and DMDK has taken a third spot.

Hot days, wet evenings; mixed weather forecast for Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka will experience unsettled weather conditions with both hot daytime temperatures and afternoon showers affecting several parts of the country in the coming days.

Trump says US to ’guide’ stranded ships through Strait of Hormuz

President Donald Trump has said that the US will help guide stranded vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz from Monday.

Comments on court cases at the May Day rally are common knowledge – Nalinda

It is “common knowledge” that court dates in several cases have already been fixed, Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said, responding to remarks made at recent May Day rallies of the National Freedom Front (NPP) that more cases would be taken up and decisions delivered in the coming months.

Sri Lanka still in talks with China to purchase fuel under G2G deal

Sri Lanka is still having discussions with China to purchase fuel under a government to government agreement at market rates, Ports, Civil Aviation and Energy Minister Anura Karunathilake said yesterday.

Did the Finance Ministry ignore prior warning?

The US $ 2.5 million cyber theft has taken place at the Finance Ministry despite prior warning about such suspicious transactions by some external parties, according to what transpired during the meeting of the Committee on Public Finance (COPF) in the parliamentary complex last week.

Transport authorities under fire as fuel costs rise

A controversial standoff has emerged in Sri Lanka’s transport sector, with key authorities and unions refusing to revise fares despite a fresh fuel price hike, raising questions about transparency, political pressure, and who ultimately bears the cost.

Indian Navy Submarine docks at Colombo Port

INS Sindhukesari, a submarine serving in the Indian Navy, arrived at the port of Colombo to undertake Operational Turnarounds yesterday.

Man injured in Katugastota shooting

A 28-year-old man was hospitalized with gunshot wounds following an incident in the Gohagoda area of Katugastota early Monday morning. The victim, identified as a supervisor in the cleaning department at the Kandy National Hospital, is currently receiving treatment at the same institution.

Sri Lanka becomes hotspot for foreign-linked online fraud operations

Sri Lanka has emerged as a growing hotspot for foreign-linked online fraud operations, with authorities reporting a sharp increase in cybercrime networks run by foreign nationals across the island.

President accused of politicising judicial process: Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organizer Namal Rajapaksa today alleged that President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was attempting to influence judicial matters through political platforms, claiming decisions were being signalled during May Day events linked to the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP).

Poland to complain to EU over alleged fraud in Sri Lanka’s e-passport personalization tender procedure

The Polish government is contemplating lodging a complaint with the EU over an allegedly fraudulent e-passport personalization tender procedure by the Sri Lankan government after the Polish Security Printing Works (PWPW) and six other international bidders were rejected without any credible explanations.

CID seeks FBI assistance into US $2.5 Million cyber heist

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has sought the assistance of the United States’ Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to widen the probe into the cyber fraud that resulted in the loss of US$2.5 million from the national Treasury, a senior officer told the Daily Mirror.

Tamil Nadu election results: MK Stalin trails in Kolathur seat, his DMK ahead In early leads

The counting for the high-stakes three-cornered Tamil Nadu Assembly election has begun. The state, known as the citadel of Dravidian politics for over 50 years, with a binary politics dominated by the DMK and AIADMK, could be in for winds of change.

Three die after suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard Atlantic cruise ship

A suspected hantavirus outbreak linked to an Atlantic cruise voyage has left three people dead, while a British tourist is being treated in hospital in South Africa.

Iran presses for end to war with US within 30 days

Iran’s latest 14-point proposal calls for issues between it and the US to be resolved within 30 days and aims to end the war rather than extend the ceasefire.

Range Rover shifts gears with boutique residency

Range Rover has taken its luxury playbook off the road and into Colombo’s high-end real estate, with Access Motors unveiling a boutique residency at ITC Rathnadeepa Colombo One Workplaces.

Alleged pre-Easter attack warning messages surface

Sri Lankan activist Oshala Herath has released a series of screenshots purportedly showing WhatsApp exchanges between the Director of the State Intelligence Service (SIS) and the Defence Ministry Secretary, allegedly warning of a possible terrorist attack prior to April 21, 2019.