Man nearly sucked out of window mid-air on Ryanair plane, passengers say

A man was nearly sucked head-first out of a cabin window in mid-air on a Ryanair plane, passengers have said.

Ravi K slams CB response on NDB fraud, questions regulator’s oversight

Opposition MP Ravi Karunanayake today criticised the Central Bank’s response to the Rs. 13.2 billion fraud at National Development Bank (NDB), accusing the regulator of failing in its supervisory role and providing Parliament with inaccurate information.

Clash at Magazine Prison leaves two inmates injured

A clash involving around five inmates broke out at the Magazine Prison this afternoon (10), leaving two prisoners injured.

East Asia braces for destructive typhoon as landslides kill 15 in Philippines

Landslides triggered by one of the strongest storms in decades have left at least 15 people dead and six others missing on the island of Mindanao in southern Philippines, as parts of East Asia brace themselves for the looming storm.

Negombo Prison violence: Eight prison officers posthumously promoted

The Department of Prisons has posthumously promoted the eight prison officers who were killed during the recent violence at the Negombo Prison.

Sri Lanka’s second-largest water supply project for 67,000 families begins

Sri Lanka’s second-largest water supply project, which will provide safe drinking water to around 67,000 families in the Anuradhapura District, commenced today under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

HRCSL probes Negombo Prison violence, allegations of torture

The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has launched an investigation into the recent violence at the Negombo Prison and subsequent incidents at other prisons, focusing on the circumstances leading to the clashes, the deaths and injuries of inmates and prison officers, and allegations of torture and ill-treatment.

Future infrastructure development must be guided by research and innovation: Deputy Minister

Future infrastructure development in Sri Lanka should be guided by research, innovation and science-based solutions to safeguard the country’s forests, rivers, wetlands and coastal ecosystems while meeting national development goals, Environment Deputy Minister Anton Jayakody said today.

Former Envoy commends Kenya’s record foreign exchange reserves

Former High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Kenya Kana Kananathan has praised the Government of Kenya on achieving a historic milestone, with the country’s foreign exchange reserves reaching a record USD 14 billion.

Mobile screening for HIV, STDs begins in Colombo, Gampaha

The Health and Mass Media Ministry has launched a mobile blood testing programme in Colombo and Gampaha districts to detect sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), Hepatitis B and other infections.

CAASL commissions solar power system to meet 70% of power needs

The Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) has commissioned a solar photovoltaic (PV) system at its five-storey headquarters, enabling the Authority to meet more than 70% of its electricity requirements through renewable energy.

UNFPA, Parliament of Sri Lanka sign MoU to strengthen evidence-based policymaking

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Parliament of Sri Lanka have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen the use of population data and evidence in policymaking, with the aim of ensuring the country’s changing demographic trends are reflected in future legislation and development planning.

England advised to avoid alcohol around matches

England men’s players have been advised to avoid drinking alcohol on the day before and the day after matches, under new behaviour guidelines.

New Navy Commander receives blessings in Kandy

Mbappe makes history again!

Kylian Mbappé scores again and smashes more World Cup records as France storm into the FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-finals.

US and Iran halt attacks, mediators race to restore diplomacy after strikes

The guns went quiet on Thursday, but nobody was celebrating. After two days of strikes between the United States and Iran, both sides have halted military operations in what officials described as an “uneasy calm,” even as the diplomatic machinery that might prevent a return to fighting remained broken and the mediators who put it together scrambled to reassemble it.

Kelani Valley Railway crossing at Baseline Road to close for repairs

The railway crossing on the Kelani Valley line at Baseline Road in Borella will be closed for 22 hours from Saturday morning to facilitate repair work, with police warning of traffic congestion and advising motorists to use alternative routes.

Vijay’s Jana Nayagan receives ‘adults only’ certificate

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and actor C Joseph Vijay’s Jana Nayagan has received an ‘A’ (Adults Only) certificate from the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC), signalling that the film will finally be released in theatres after a prolonged delay.

Spain wildfire kills several, with some victims found in vehicles

A wildfire that ripped through a hamlet in southern Spain killed 11 people, authorities said Friday, as a heatwave stifled swathes of the country.

Opposition to move no-faith motion against Justice Minister

Opposition MPs today began placing their signatures to a no confidence motion against Minister of Justice Harshana Nanayakkara.

Duminda Dissanayake re-produced as suspect over gold plated T56 rifle case

Former Parliamentarian Duminda Dissanayake, who had been discharged earlier in the case relating to the gold plated T56 rifle seized from a bag belonging to an elderly woman in a Havelock housing complex in Wellawatta, was re-produced as a suspect before Mount Lavinia Acting Magistrate Ravi Matugama today and released on personal bail of two sureties of Rs.5 million each.

Lady Ridgeway Hospital launches special dengue mosquito control programme

The Lady Ridgeway Children’s Hospital has launched a special integrated vector control programme to protect children receiving treatment and hospital staff amid the rising spread of dengue in the country.

Fake emergency loan scams on the rise; public urged to avoid suspicious links: SLCERT

The public has been warned to remain vigilant as fraudulent advertisements offering ’’instant’’ or ’’emergency’’ loans have once again begun circulating widely on social media, targeting people in urgent need of cash, the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (SLCERT) experts warned.

Plans to register all shops under CAA for price regulation: Deputy Minister

Steps are being taken to register all shops in the country under the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) in a move to regulate prices of goods, Deputy Minister of Co-operative Development Upali Samarasinghe said today.

Wedding Show 2026 at BMICH

Schools, universities in dengue hotspots should close for two weeks: Doctors’ union

The Education and Higher Education Ministry, together with the Health Ministry, should immediately close all government, semi-government and private schools, universities and vocational training institutions located in high-risk dengue zones for at least two weeks to curb the spread of the disease, Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance for Medical and Civil Rights Chairman Specialist Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa said.

Burnham set to be next PM as 322 Labour MPs back him in first nomination tally

Andy Burnham has taken another step towards becoming the next Labour leader and prime minister, after the vast majority of Labour MPs nominated him to replace Sir Keir Starmer.

Avissawella hospital wins five 5S awards

Court to consider intervention pleas in Suresh Sallay’s writ case on July 17

The Court of Appeal today fixed July 17 to consider several intervention petitions filed by individuals and organisations, including prominent Buddhist monks, seeking permission to intervene in the writ application filed by Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay, former Director of the State Intelligence Service.

CMC to offer free rabies vaccinations and pet services

The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) will participate in Pet Expo 2026 with a special stall offering free rabies vaccinations, pet registration services and awareness programmes on animal welfare.