Sri Lanka is once again fighting a familiar enemy. But this time, the warning signs are becoming harder to ignore. With reported dengue cases surpassing 70,000 and the death toll nearing 50, the country is edging closer to another major public health

The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has expressed serious concern over the denial of access to its officers at Welikada Prison earlier this month, stating that the incident violated its legal powers to enter places of detention without p

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa has called for Sri Lanka to position itself as a key economic and strategic link connecting Asia, the Middle East and Africa, saying the world is entering an “Indian Ocean Century”.

The Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation has revealed that the Ministry is working in collaboration with the Ministry of Digital Affairs to fully digitalise all airport services.

Lionel Messi has dismissed claims that Argentina have benefited from favourable refereeing decisions at the FIFA World Cup, insisting their place in a second successive final is the result of sustained excellence rather than luck or outside help.

The Western Province Provincial Council has revised entertainment tax rates applicable to cinemas, sports events and concerts within the Colombo Municipal Council area under a new gazette notification.

The Irrigation Department has urged farmers and the public to use irrigation and drinking water carefully as Sri Lanka faces a higher risk of drought and rising temperatures due to the expected El Niño weather pattern.

The Forest Conservation Department has warned that legal action will be taken against individuals responsible for deliberately setting fires to forests, as the number of wildfires continues to rise.

Turkiye has offered the sale of military drones to Sri Lanka, and a technical team is expected to arrive here soon for a presentation, an official said yesterday.

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced that military personnel aged 30 and older will undergo testing for testosterone deficiency as part of annual health screenings.

Coordinator of Hambantota District Human Rights First Aid Centre Tharanga L Patambendi said the bus fare revision implanted with recently amounted to violation of passengers’ consumer and economic fundamental rights.

President of the Pasyodunrata Bauddha Sammelanaya and Principal of the historic Kande Vihara Maha Pirivena Ven. Rajakeeya Panditha Dapane Sri Mahinda Thero, has filed an application before the Court of Appeal seeking to be added as an intervening pet

France’s National Assembly has voted to create a right to assisted dying under strict conditions, after years of debate and changes to the proposals.

A monkey that has striking pinkish-orange lips and a black face - and lives in the forests of the Democratic Republic of Congo - has been confirmed as a new species to science.

The US said it had launched a fresh wave of strikes against Iran on Wednesday as President Donald Trump warned Tehran it ’’better behave’’.

Investigations have revealed that the suspect arrested in connection with the shooting incident involving Police in Katunayake had previously served in the Katunayake City Security Unit of the Civil Security Force from 2008 to 2010.

A Court of Appeal judgment has exposed the extraordinary delays in Sri Lanka’s criminal justice system, revealing that a 11-year-old victim of grave sexual abuse in 2001 was only able to testify before the High Court in 2023, approximately 22 years

The Prince of Wales has reacted to England’s World Cup semi-final defeat by Argentina, writing that he is ’’gutted’’ about the 2-1 loss to Argentina.

Argentina face the prospect of a Fifa fine after their players celebrated the World Cup semi-final win against England with a banner in support of their country’s claims to the Falkland Islands.

Lionel Messi moved closer to another historic milestone as defending champions Argentina fought back to defeat England 2-1 and book their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 final.

European Athletics and the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) have introduced new broadcasting guidelines designed to prevent the sexualisation of female athletes through camera angles and replay techniques.

The Mayor of the Negombo Municipal Council, Attorney-at-Law Robert Heenkenda, announced this afternoon that he is resigning from the post.

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya met with the Emir of the State of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, during her visit to Doha to convey Sri Lanka’s condolences on the passing of the Father Amir.

The Environment Ministry today announced steps to expedite the recruitment of employees to fill vacancies across institutions under its purview, with the aim of improving productivity and strengthening public service delivery.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed officials of the Ministry of Energy to focus on developing and promoting islands of Delft, Analaitivu and Nainativu as Green Energy Islands.

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will continue to provide a platform for cricket’s emerging nations to compete on the global stage, following encouraging performances from developing teams at the recently-concluded 2026 tournament.

The Department of Examinations said that private candidates sitting for the 2026 G.C.E. (Ordinary Level) Examination who have not yet obtained a National Identity Card (NIC) may apply for the examination using their guardian’s NIC number.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) Board has reiterated its call for Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) to hold elections as soon as possible, while noting progress towards adopting a revised constitution during its Annual Meetings in Edinburgh.

Claiming that the government never called him back, outgoing Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the United States Mahinda Samarasinghe said he is not hesitant to render his service for the country, if the government invited him.