The writ petition filed by former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa seeking an order preventing his arrest in connection with ongoing investigations into the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks is scheduled to be heard before the Court of Appeal today at 1.

The Department of War announced today that the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (USINDOPACOM) will officially restore its name to the U.S. Pacific Command (USPACOM).

At least three Iranian tankers carrying nearly five million barrels of crude oil have exited the U.S. Navy blockade in the Strait of Hormuz in the first such outbound shipment in two months, as shipowners cautiously reposition ahead of a U.S.-Iran de

Vegetable prices across Sri Lanka are beginning to feel the pressure of a deepening crisis in the agricultural sector, with farmers warning that the situation could worsen sharply in the coming weeks.

Yoshitha Rajapaksa, the son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning (17).

G7 leaders, such as German Chancellor Merz, are sounding more upbeat about the push for peace in Ukraine. The G7 is looking to hit Russia with new energy sanctions as the Strait of Hormuz is expected to reopen.

The Meteorology Department has warned multi-day fishing vessels operating in Sri Lankan waters to exercise caution, as rough sea conditions and strong winds are expected over the next 24 hours.

The FBI thwarted a plot targeting Sunday’s UFC event at the White House and has arrested five men, the US justice department said on Tuesday.

Lionel Messi has completed a hat-trick against Algeria in Group ’J’ of the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers. He gave Argentina a strong 3-0 lead in his first World Cup match with a hat-trick.

Global crude oil prices remained below the key US$80 per barrel mark on Wednesday, easing from recent highs as expectations of improved oil supply and easing geopolitical tensions weighed on the market.

Yum! Brands is selling its struggling Pizza Hut chain in a deal worth $2.7bn (£2bn), the company has announced.

Renowned Sri Lankan racing driver Dilantha Malagamuwa has issued a strong warning to motorists, urging them to ensure that all passengers are wearing seat belts before starting their vehicles, as Sri Lanka prepares to strictly enforce mandatory seat

Indonesian Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Dewi Gustina Tobing was the latest foreign envoy to assert that transparency and regulations related to the investment climate in Sri Lanka should be convincing to the private sector.

Amid the increasing number of road accidents and fatalities, the National Council for Road Safety said that the mandatory use of seat belts by motorists and passengers will be strictly enforced from June 20, 2026.

Committee on Public Finance (COPF) has directed the Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (TRC) and other relevant institutions to carry out a probe on illegal online advertising by betting centres, it was revealed yesterday.

Health authorities have raised concerns that Sri Lanka’s healthcare system could come under severe pressure if the current rise in dengue admissions continues.

Former Colombo Mayor and former Member of Parliament Rosy Senanayake has issued an open letter calling for urgent action to address what she describes as a deepening child protection crisis in Sri Lanka, urging both domestic and international authori

Childhood obesity is increasing in Sri Lanka, with health authorities pointing to higher consumption of carbonated beverages and unhealthy lifestyles as key contributing factors.

The Vehicle Importers Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL) has warned that the prices of imported used vehicles could increase significantly following the removal of the 15 percent valuation reduction previously applied when determining the Customs value

Sri Lanka yesterday unveiled an ambitious five-year export roadmap targeting annual export earnings of US$36 billion by 2030, as the government seeks to deepen the country’s post-crisis recovery by diversifying exports, expanding market access and

Sri Lanka’s economic recovery will struggle to gain lasting momentum unless the country significantly expands its export base and improves access to trade finance, Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe said yesterday, positioning export-le

Private sector activity regained momentum in May, with both manufacturing and services expanding after a softer April, although businesses remained wary of risks linked to the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

The SpaceX IPO pushes Musk past $1 trillion this month. Here is what that number actually looks like for Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka Women secured a thrilling five-wicket victory over New Zealand Women in Match 7 of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, successfully chasing down a target of 151 with two balls to spare at the Rose Bowl in Southampton.

Lanka Private Bus Owners Association Chairman Gemunu Wijerathne has revealed that around 25 percent of the country’s private bus fleet had been operating using kerosene, describing the situation as a “tragic” and “illegal” practice within t

Dengue inspections carried out across Sri Lanka have revealed a high prevalence of mosquito breeding sites within school premises, Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said.

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser and MP Namal Rajapaksa said he was grateful to Minister Nalinda Jayatissa for reminding him of his upcoming court date and humorously requested that the minister remind him again before the hearin

Based on intelligence received, a special operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Coast Guard in coordination with the Sri Lanka Navy led to the arrest of a suspect and the seizure of a lorry transporting a large stock of illicit goods in the Kammala We

Cabinet spokesman and Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said it is acceptable for opposition politician Namal Rajapaksa to engage in campaign-related activities while travelling around the country, as long as he attends court proceedings on scheduled dates.

Former Anuradhapura Atamasthanadhipathi Ven. Pallegama Hemarathana Thera has provided a blood sample to the Government Analyst for DNA testing in connection with an ongoing investigation into alleged sexual abuse of a minor girl.