Parliament today approved the resolution to extend the state of emergency for another month by a majority of 139 votes.

Sri Lanka’s renewable energy industry has warned of a looming collapse as unpaid dues exceeding Rs. 10 billion continue to mount, with developers urging immediate government intervention to prevent widespread economic repercussions.

The Meteorology Department has warned that prevailing showery conditions across the island are expected to continue over the next few days due to a low-level atmospheric disturbance near Sri Lanka.

The Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government Ministry has allocated an official government residence in Colombo 04 to the Private Secretary of the Speaker Chamira Priyasanka Gallage.

A former OpenAI board member has explained how her unconventional personal relationship with Elon Musk evolved into having four of his children.

Two people in a serious condition who were evacuated from a cruise ship with a confirmed outbreak of deadly hantavirus have arrived in the Netherlands for treatment, operator Oceanwide Expeditions has said.

The Colombo Stock Exchange extended its upward momentum today, supported by improving global sentiment following easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and the gradual stabilization of international markets. The sharp decline in global oil p

President of the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam and General Secretary of the Communist Party of Viet Nam, To Lam, is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka tonight (07) on a state visit, marking a significant milestone in the 55th anniversary of diplomatic

The second round of appeal applications for admission to Grade 6 classes in schools for the 2026 academic year, based on the results of the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination, will be accepted online from May 8 to May 29, 2026, the Ministry of Educ

Sri Lanka’s official poverty line, the minimum monthly expenditure required per person to meet basic needs, increased to Rs. 16,690 in March 2026, according to the Department of Census and Statistics (DCS).

Parliament today approved the regulations under the Immigration and Emigration Act which would allow free visa facility for 40 countries as proposed by the government in a move to boost tourism.

Sri Lankan workers bound for Israel have resumed departures following the reopening of Israeli airspace, which had been temporarily closed due to unrest in the Middle East.

An Israeli air strike has killed the son of Hamas’ chief negotiator in U.S.-mediated talks over Gaza’s future, a senior Hamas official said on Thursday, as leaders of ​the militant group held talks in Cairo aimed at safeguarding their truce wit

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama issued a warrant for the arrest of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena over allegations that the bail conditions imposed by court had been violated through the production

The Supreme Court today ordered the Election Commission to take steps, in accordance with the law, to conduct elections for the appointment of members to the Kalmunai Municipal Council and the Sainthamaruthu Urban Council.

Two people in a serious condition who were evacuated from a cruise ship with a confirmed outbreak of deadly hantavirus have arrived in the Netherlands for treatment, operator Oceanwide Expeditions has said.

B.W. Premachandra, a member of the National People’s Power (NPP) representing the Kurunegala Municipal Council, has resigned from his position, citing frustration over alleged corruption, administrative failures, and poor governance within the coun

The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) has so far recorded statements from 21 individuals over the USD 2.5 million cyber theft at the Finance Ministry, Public Security Minister Ananada Wijepala said today.

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Harsha de Silva rejected speculations that he is preparing to join the government.

North Korea’s envoy to the United Nations has declared that Pyongyang will not be bound by any treaty on atomic weapons and that no external pressure will change its status as a nuclear-armed state.

The Restaurant Owners Association has announced a revision of food and beverage prices at eateries using LAUGFS Gas, following increased operational costs linked to rising gas prices.

Deputy Minister of Transport Prasanna Gunasena said today the printing of vehicle number plates will commence by June 10, 2026.

The leader of the Rathugala indigenous village in the Madulla Division, Danigala Maha Bandalage Sudha Wannila Aththo, has passed away at the age of 62, police said.

Apple has agreed to pay some iPhone buyers a collective $250m (£184m) to end a lawsuit accusing the company of misleading people about new artificial intelligence (AI) features and capabilities.

Development work on several agricultural roads in the Puttalam District has commenced under the Smallholder Agribusiness Partnerships Programme (SARP), with projects launched in the Anamaduwa, Pallama and Nawagattegama Divisional Secretariat division

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (CERT)are seeking international technical assistance to identify cybercrimes committed against women by misusing their images.

A child who swallowed a discarded button battery used for wrist watches had died after two days despite being treated at the Galle national hospital.

The government should immediately clarify reports that the tender for Sri Lanka’s proposed digital identity card project is being awarded to an Indian company, National Trade Union and Civil Front Convener Specialist Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa said.