Sri Lanka’s apex apparel body has sounded the alarm on the growing burden of operational costs, calling for urgent, industry-wide collaboration following the sudden closure of NEXT’s Katunayake plant, one of the largest single-factory shutdowns i

The Department of Meteorology has issued a red weather warning for several sea areas around Sri Lanka due to the intensified southwest monsoon conditions currently affecting the island.

Two youths were killed on the spot when their motorcycle veered off the road and crashed into a wall last night in the Panichchankerni area along the Batticaloa–Trincomalee Road.

Former Minister of Agriculture Mahindananda Aluthgamage was released on bail today in connection with the controversial importation of a contaminated shipment of organic fertilizer.

Parliament is to take up the debate on Personal Data Protection Bill on June 3rd as per the decision made by the party leader’s meeting last week.

Temporary traffic restrictions will be in place around Independence Square this evening as the state funeral of celebrated actress Malini Fonseka takes place with full state honours.

Seven Sri Lankan nationals returning from three Middle Eastern countries were apprehended by the Sri Lanka Customs at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle in Rs.18.6 million worth illicit cigarettes.

The Colombo National Hospital the largest in Sri Lanka has been running without a director for the last two months, doctors attached to the hospital said.

Police issued a clarification regarding a viral video circulating on social media, which shows a Sri Lankan man assaulting a foreign national.

Police have launched an investigation into the death of a second-year female student at the Wayamba National College of Education in Bingiriya.

Discussions regarding the tariffs imposed on Sri Lanka are scheduled to begin on May 27 in Washington, government sources said.

A rising number of foreign nationals, mainly from countries such as Israel , India , Russia and Ukraine,continue to be involved in business operations and jobs using visas issued in violation of guidelines stipulated by the Sri Lanka Tourism Developm

The much-anticipated animal census has run into serious trouble with its final announcement once again delayed due to major issues in data collection and validation, the Daily Mirror learns.

In a significant step toward modernising traffic law enforcement, the Police Department is to be granted enhanced access to the data system of the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT), enabling more efficient issuing of fines for traffic violations.

Police denied reports that a new law has been introduced in Arugam Bay banning locals and foreigners from wearing bikinis in public places.

A discussion was held at the Motor Transport Department (DMT) auditorium on the use of police CCTV cameras to detect vehicles emitting excessive smoke and to take formal action against offenders.

Delays in procurement decisions during 2024 have led to current shortages of essential medicines in Sri Lanka, said Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa.

Daniel Noboa, who won Ecuador’s presidential runoff election on April 13, took the oath of office for the 2025–2029 term in a ceremony at the National Assembly in the capital Quito.

The remains of veteran actress Malini Fonseka have been brought to the National Film Corporation for the public to pay their final respects.

Ashoka Sepala Anagipura, the Co- Electoral Organiser of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) for the Nuwara Eliya District and former Mayor of the Lidula Urban Council in Talawakelle, has announced his resignation.

Two young boys were killed in two separate accidents involving motorbikes yesterday, Police said.

Miss England dropped out of the 72nd Miss World pageant in Telangana, India, criticizing the ’’outdated’’ competition for exploiting and objectifying its contestants.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand, Winston Peters arrived in Sri Lanka on an official visit.

A 21-year-old local youth returning from Dubai via Qatar was arrested by the airport police for trying to smuggle in foreign cigarettes worth over Rs. 3.5 million.

Sri Lanka is currently grappling with a major outbreak of the Chikungunya viral disease, marking the most significant resurgence of the virus in the country in nearly 20 years, according to renowned virologist Professor Neelika Malavige.

Six-part series launched by The Royal Foundation’s United for Wildlife will premiere on the BBC Earth YouTube and social channels, part of BBC Studios Digital Brands.

Former Minister Duminda Dissanayake, who was arrested in connection with a gold-plated T56 firearm, has been remanded till May 29.

Two individuals have been arrested for obtaining two passports for notorious underworld figure Koralagamage Mandinu Padmasiri alia ‘Kehelbaddara Padme’ by providing fake information to the Controller General of Immigration and Emigration.

Shubman Gill has been appointed India’s newest Test captain, replacing the just-retired Rohit Sharma and will kickstart his tenure with the five-match series against England starting June 20 at Leeds.

The government has decided to hold the final rites of veteran actress late Malini Fonseka with state honours, Minister of Buddha Sasana Religious and Cultural Affairs Hiniduma Sunil Senevi said.