Deputy Minister of Defence Major General Aruna Jayasekara, instead of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, is to grace the 16th National War Heroes Commemoration Ceremony on May 19, 2025, at the National War Hero Cenotaph in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte

The Meteorology Department has issued an advisory for heavy rains exceeding 100 mm at some places in the Northern Province and in the Anuradhapura and Puttalam districts.

The Transport and Highways Ministry expressed their displeasure over the sudden train strike launched by the Sri Lanka Railways Station Masters’ Union (SLRSMU), which caused inconvenience to the public.

Moody’s downgraded the U.S. sovereign credit rating on Friday due to concerns about the nation’s growing, $36 trillion debt pile, in a move that could complicate President Donald Trump’s efforts to cut taxes and send ripples through global mark

The government and the opposition are in a race against time to rope in members to form administrations at the local authorities – Municipal Councils, Urban Councils and Pradeshiya Sabhas- where a single party has been unable to secure 50 per cent

An Ontario judge has granted the extradition of a Sri Lankan gang leader arrested in Toronto last year for his alleged role in a deadly attack on a rival gang near Paris in 2022.

The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) announced that the number of Sri Lankans registering for foreign employment has surpassed 100,000 so far this year.

At least nine university students including the convenor of the Inter University Students’ Federation (IUSF) were arrested by the police for engaging in an illegal protest in front of the Ministry of Health this afternoon.

The Ministry of Defence said that the 16th National War Heroes Commemoration Ceremony will be held on May 19, 2025, at the National War Hero Cenotaph in Sri Jayawardenepura, Kotte, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Sri Lanka is currently experiencing a significant increase in mosquito borne diseases, notably dengue and chikungunya, alongside a rise in influenza cases among children.

All Station Masters have launched an islandwide strike, resulting in the cancellation of all night mail trains.

A man and a woman were injured following a shooting incident in the Kotahena area a short while ago, police said.

Twelve suspects who were previously arrested and remanded on suspicion of aiding and abetting the perpetrators of the Easter Sunday bomb attacks were discharged today by Colombo Additional Magistrate Pasan Amarasinghe.

An arrest warrant has been issued against former Agriculture Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage in connection with the ongoing investigation into the importation of Chinese fertilizer.

The recently signed free trade agreement between India and the United Kingdom on May 6 has raised fresh economic concerns for Sri Lanka, particularly at a time when the country is already grappling with hefty US-imposed tariffs, says Ratata Hetak Soc

The Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Union announced today that it will commence immediate trade union action within the next 24 hours, citing the government’s continued failure to address several longstanding issues.

The Wildlife Conservation Department has identified 142 railway stations across the country where wild elephants are known to roam, raising concerns over the ongoing human-elephant conflict.

The Ministry of Health has responded to a recent article published by the Daily Mirror regarding the availability of Chickenpox vaccines.

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed the session on a positive note, continuing its upward momentum amid renewed investor confidence. The surge was driven by improved sentiment and strong quarterly earnings, with the banking sector leading the gai

Claiming that members of various local bodies have agreed to support chairpersons of the National People’s Power (NPP), Minister Bimal Ratnayake said today that the NPP’s Vraie Cally Balthazaar is sure to become the Mayoress of the Colombo Munici

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has filed indictments against former Minister Lakshman Yapa Abeywardena and former Director General of the Board of Investment (BOI), Jayanta Edirisinghe, over the alleged mi

Sri Lankan artist Hector Dias’s track ’’Meenachchi’’ is now offering an immersive Dolby Atmos experience on Apple Music, a development hailed by its collaborators as a ’’first for Sri Lanka’’ in providing such content on the platfor

The Sri Lankan Buddhist Lawyers’ Association has extended its warmest congratulations to the newly appointed 51st Chief Justice of India, Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai, hailing his elevation as a historic and deeply inspiring moment for the Buddhist com

Amanté, a leading intimate wear brand, will be the official main sponsor for Miss Universe Sri Lanka 2025. This collaboration highlights a mutual dedication to the empowerment of Sri Lankan women and aims to strengthen the country’s global presenc

The government will not accept sending of migrant workers to places in Palestine which are held by Israel, Minister Bimal Ratnayake said.

Cristiano Ronaldo has topped the Forbes list of highest-paid athletes for the third consecutive year, while NBA star Stephen Curry has moved up to second.

Suspended Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon is scheduled to appear before the committee of inquiry investigating into allegations of misconduct and serious abuse of office against him on Monday at 2:00 p.m.

The Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court a short while ago rejected the request made by the Bribery Commission to cancel the bail granted to Badulla District Parliamentarian Chamara Sampath Dassanayake and to have him remanded again in connection with

Colombo High Court Judge Aditya Patabendi today sentenced three accused to death for the possession and trafficking of over 179 kilograms of heroin.

There have been approaches made by certain JVP stalwart Minister friends seeking the support of the Tamil Progressive Alliance (TPA) members to form NPP administrations in certain LG councils, party leader Mano Ganesan said today.