Sri Lanka’s passport has improved its position to 94th place in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, recording its highest ranking in recent years.

The Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre has issued a strong wind advisory for the Northern and North-central provinces, as well as Hambantota and Trincomalee districts, effective until 11.00 a.m. tomorrow (23).

The Department of Animal Production and Health (DAPH) has called for a planned and humane approach to eliminate rabies in Sri Lanka by 2030, highlighting the need for cooperation among government institutions, veterinarians, local authorities and ani

The U.S. Embassy in Colombo has warned visa applicants that criminal convictions and false information provided during the application process could lead to permanent restrictions on entering the United States.

At least 12 workers were killed after a portion of an under-construction tunnel collapsed following a gas explosion in India’s north-eastern Sikkim state, officials said.

As temperatures rise this summer, Japanese men are baring more leg at work than ever before.

The Defence Adviser to the High Commission of India in Colombo, Captain M Anand called on Commander of the Navy, Vice Admiral Damian Fernando at the Navy Headquarters today, 22 July 2026.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has reviewed the progress of Sri Lanka’s education digitalisation programme and future initiatives aimed at strengthening digital facilities in schools.

Pakistan has asked the United States for a $10 billion exchange stabilization facility, according to a source briefed on the matter, which, if approved, could provide a lifeline for the cash-strapped South ​Asian economy.

More than 300 illegally imported high-end smartphones, including the latest Apple iPhone models, with an estimated value of around Rs. 50 million have been seized during a raid at a shop in Colombo’s Liberty Plaza.

Indian opposition leader Rahul Gandhi has been released after he was detained during growing protests over the education system.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Eng. (Dr.) Asiri Karunawardena as the new Secretary to the Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development, the President’s Media Division said.

Authorities have commenced DNA testing to officially confirm the identities of five employees who died in a major fire at a helmet manufacturing factory in the Katuwana Industrial Estate, Homagama.

The largest quantity of marine plastic waste collected following the MSC ELSA 3 maritime incident has been officially cleared for recycling, marking a major milestone in Sri Lanka’s coastal clean-up efforts, Deputy Minister of Environment Anton Jay

Parliament will debate the no-confidence motion against Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara on Friday, the Parliament Media Unit said.

US President Donald Trump wants FIFA President Gianni Infantino to be the next secretary-general of the UN, the New York Post reported Tuesday.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said ​on Wednesday the United States is still willing to negotiate an end to the Iran crisis but Tehran is not serious about talks, as the widening conflict disrupted two of ‌the world’s most critical energy

Colombo Kaps captain Kusal Mendis has been ruled out of the remainder of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026 after sustaining a hamstring injury.

Former Australia batter David Warner has pleaded guilty to drink driving, after being charged following a random breath test in Sydney in April.

As Sri Lanka prepares to celebrate World Cat Day on August 8, Pinnawala Zoo has opened a public naming competition for its three adorable Fishing Cat cubs, inviting animal lovers to suggest creative and meaningful names for the young felines.

Ven. Dr. Omalpe Sobhitha Thera has resigned from the post of Chief Sangha Nayaka of the Southern Province of the Sri Lanka Ramanna Maha Nikaya after serving in the position for 14 years.

Some Presidential palaces have been converted into court houses, while others will be used for economically viable purposes, Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya told Parliament today.

The Association of Veterinarians for Humane Management of Animal Population has urged authorities not to further delay the enactment of the Animal Welfare Act, warning that continued delays would prolong the suffering of animals.

The number of dengue cases reported in Sri Lanka so far this year has increased to 78,125, according to the latest data released by the National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU).

The Grade 9 Civic Education examination paper scheduled to be held today has been postponed in the Southern Province due to the failure to receive the printed question papers at zonal education offices.

Ownership of water supply and drainage projects coming under the purview of the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) and local bodies are to be changed under the proposed National Water Supply and Drainage Board Amendment Bill which was t

The Government has to stop harassing local businessmen, Opposition MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake said focusing on the arrest of House of Fashion owner whom he revealed has been sent behind bars for undervaluing his assets.

Excepting for three districts, a decreasing trend of the dengue outbreak could be seen in the country.