University students with disabilities have started receiving a monthly allowance of Rs. 5,000, with payments and outstanding arrears being disbursed from this month, according to the University Grants Commission (UGC).

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has said that the use of locally produced organic agricultural products in bakery items would be a significant boost for local farmers while also contributing to the growth of Sri Lanka’s tourism industry.

Workers stripped U.S. President Donald Trump’s name from the Kennedy Center early on Saturday, less than six months after it went up, complying with a judge’s ruling that the performing arts landmark cannot be renamed without an act of Congress.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya met with a delegation from UNICEF on June 12 at Temple Trees to discuss ongoing efforts to support the recovery of the education sector following the impact of Cyclone Ditwah.

The Meteorology Department has issued the general weather forecast for the next 36 hours.

Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz ​Sharif said on ‌Saturday that the United States and ​Iran have ​agreed to a framework ⁠for a ​peace deal that ​would end the months-long conflict in the Middle ​East, with ​a final text of ‌the

The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has updated its landslide early warning notice due to the prevailing rainy weather conditions.

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has conducted a raid on a supermarket operated by a Chinese company in the Kollupitiya area, which is alleged to have sold goods in violation of Sri Lanka’s consumer protection laws.

Environmental protection cannot be achieved through legislation alone and requires broad public participation and continuous dialogue across all sectors of society, Environment Minister Dr. Dammika Patabendi said during a stakeholder consultation on

The Joint Opposition sought a dialogue with Committee to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) Chairman Neal Iddawela to discuss complaints lodged with the Commission against members of the government.

The District Court of Mount Lavinia has been moved to issue an enjoining order against a defendant, accused of unlawfully subletting a disputed property in Dehiwala and carrying out unauthorised activities on the premises.

The United Arab Emirates has agreed to unlock billions of dollars for Iran, four sources said, in a tactical shift after weeks ​of Iranian attacks on the wealthy Gulf Arab state during the U.S.-Israeli war with the Islamic Republic.

In a historic first for Sri Lanka, the Orthodox Traditional Christian Church held a bishop consecration ceremony in the country today at St. Peter’s Cathedral in Kandana.

The UN Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture (SPT) will return to Sri Lanka from 15 to 24 June, seven years after its last visit, to assess whether the authorities have followed through on reforms and strengthened protections for people in detention

As a question was raised by an Opposition MP in Parliament as to whether there is a move by the government to abolish the statute on environment approved by the North Western Provincial Council which led to the establishment of the North Western Prov

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organizer and MP Namal Rajapaksa alleged that under the current administration, not only public funds but even allegations and responsibility for failures are being directed to the wrong places.

Royal College, Colombo, emerged unbeaten champions in the All Island Under-20 Hockey tournament, beating defending champions St. Thomas College, Matale in a nail-biting sudden death penalty strokes held at Rajarata University Ground, Mihintale on Wed

Bangladesh Test off-spinner Nayeem Hasan has alleged that he was harassed and assaulted by members of a law enforcement agency in his hometown of Chattogram on Saturday night, with local police authorities promising a full investigation into the inci

Parliament questions lethargy of Sri Lanka Rugby and Sports Minister as team is held back from Korean contest

A group of former Members of Parliament has written to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake urging the government to uphold the rule of law amid growing controversy over the treatment of former State Intelligence Service Director General Major General

For the first time in the 76-year history of the Young Presidents’ Organisation (YPO), a Sri Lankan has been elected to its global board, with business leader Nazri Nizar securing a position on the governing body of one of the world’s most influe

A train operating in the Rambukkana area derailed while in service today, according to the Railway Department of Sri Lanka.

A Vesak Festival was held at the White House, the official residence of the President of the United States, in conjunction with the 2026 International Vesak Festival, bringing together Buddhist clergy and devotees from diverse traditions.

The Department of Meteorology has issued a warning for rough sea conditions and strong winds around the island over the next 24 hours, urging naval and fishing communities to exercise extreme caution.

The government is set to strengthen legal and operational mechanisms to curb the importation of plastics and prevent the entry of clinical waste into Sri Lanka, following a high-level discussion between the Ministry of Environment and the Sri Lanka C

Prime Minister has assured swift action to address issues affecting Sri Lanka’s indigenous Vedda community, including safeguarding their traditional land rights, following a meeting with indigenous leader at Parliament yesterday (12).

Few business leaders have been as deeply embedded in popular culture as Elon Musk, the ambitious entrepreneur who has become a central figure in internet culture and amassed a fortune that has ​made him the world’s first trillionaire.

The misidentification of two bodies at the Monaragala General Hospital resulted in considerable inconvenience to relatives.

A deal with the US to end fighting in Iran is close and includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s Foreign Minister has said

The 2026 World Cup began in Mexico City with an opening ceremony filled with colour, dancing and a performance by global music star Shakira.