Authorities suspect toxic gas exposure in the deaths of two foreign guests at a Colombo city hostel, prompting an urgent investigation.

The quality failures of drugs reported in the 2024 was comparatively lower than the quality failures recorded in the 2023, according to Medical Supplies Division of the Health Ministry.

There is provision to hold local government polls by April 24, 2025, even after considering the Supreme Court determination, Leader of the House Bimal Ratnayake told Parliament today.

The Vehicular Emission Test Trust Fund of the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) urged the public to wear face masks whenever possible and seek immediate medical attention if experiencing breathing difficulties due to slightly unhealthy air quality le

Speaker Jagath Wickramaratne told Parliament today that he has not received the Supreme Court determination on the Local Government Elections (Special Provisions) Bill.

The Fort Magistrate’s Court has ordered the closure of the Miracle Colombo City Hostel in Colombo 03 following the mysterious deaths of two foreign guests.

United States President Donald Trump has said the US will “take over” and “own” Gaza after resettling Palestinians elsewhere under an extraordinary redevelopment plan that he claimed could turn the enclave into “the Riviera of the Middle Ea

The Attorney General has provided his legal opinion to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) regarding the possibility of releasing three individuals, including an army intelligence officer and a former DIG, who had been named as suspects in t

Liquid Cocaine or cocaine in the form of a liquid basis was seized for the first time in the country’s history by Sri Lanka Customs yesterday.

Teenage Test opener trades Galle for Gabba to further enhance his experience in a fledgling first-class career

Police say around 10 people have been killed in a shooting at an education centre in central Sweden, including the suspected gunman.

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) announced today that its debt has risen to Rs. 16 billion due to the non-payment of outstanding water bills.

It appears that the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) and National People’s Power (NPP) have participated in the Independence Day celebrations for the first time, Chief Opposition Whip Gayantha Karunathilleka said today.

Hemaka de Alwis, the Chairman and Managing Director of Fairway Holdings, has passed away, leaving behind a remarkable legacy in Sri Lanka’s business landscape.

The month of February has already seen 419 Dengue cases in its first four days, according to the National Dengue Control Unit.

The Treasury has advised Parliament to pay food suppliers online from this year, a senior official from Parliament said today.

China on Tuesday imposed targeted tariffs on American imports and put several U.S. companies, including Google, on notice for possible sanctions, in a measured response to the sweeping duties on Chinese imports imposed by President Donald Trump.

SLPP MP Namal Rajapaksa has urged the government to launch an investigation into projects and grants operated under USAID in Sri Lanka.

Three suspects who were arrested over the murder of three persons in the Mamadala area of Ambalantota were remanded till February 13.

A 32-year-old Sri Lankan businesswoman was arrested this morning by the Airport Police Narcotics Bureau officials for attempting to smuggle in a consignment of 262 electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) valued at Rs. 39.3 million into the country.

As Sri Lanka marks its 77th Independence Day, world leaders and foreign nations have extended their congratulations, reaffirming their commitment to strengthening diplomatic ties and cooperation with the island nation.

Students of Jaffna University staged a protest today in front of the university, opposing Independence Day celebrations.

A total of 285 prisoners have been granted special state pardons on the occasion of the 77th National Independence Day.

The owner of a foreign employment agency in Batticaloa was arrested by an investigation team of the Sri Lanka Foreign Employment Bureau for defrauding over Rs. 20 million while promising foreign jobs.

A large number of Opposition MPs participated in the Independence Day celebrations held at Independence Square today.

Referring to a recent report claiming that a dog was used as bait to lure leopards for photography purposes in the Wilpattu National Park, Conservation Biologist Ranil Nanayakkara vehemently denied the accusations, calling them “fabricated stories.

The Sri Lankan cricket selectors have made a bold move by adding Ramesh Mendis to the squad for the highly anticipated 2nd Test match against the visiting Australian team, scheduled to begin on February 6 in Galle. The 29-year-old all-rounder brings

Sri Lanka’s Ishadi Amanda, the first runner-up at the 40th Mrs. World pageant in Las Vegas, arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) this morning.

US President Donald Trump suspended his threat of steep tariffs on Canada and Mexico on Monday, agreeing to a 30-day pause in return for concessions on border and crime enforcement with the two neighboring countries.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today that all the people are warriors on the same battlefield in the quest to attain comprehensive economic, social and cultural freedom.