Rupee Crisis Deepens Sri Lanka Warned of Rs. 380+ Emergency Measures Needed Now not Tomorrow - Former Diplomat Kananathan

Sri Lanka’s rupee has once again come under severe pressure, sliding rapidly to around Rs. 354 against the US dollar this morning, raising fresh concerns about the country’s fragile external sector and declining foreign reserve position.

17th National War Heroes’ Day commemorated

The 17th National War Heroes’ Day was commemorated with a sense of pride under the patronage of President, Anura Kumara Dissanayaka honouring the service and sacrifice of members of the armed forces on Tuesday (19) at the War Heroes Monument in Battaramulla

Is Sri Lanka performing gender-change procedures on children?

A controversy has arisen in Sri Lanka following claims questioning whether gender-change procedures are being carried out on children in the country’s hospitals.

Specialist calls for stronger airport screening and public caution urged over Ebola risk

Health experts have given mixed signals over the risk of Ebola entering Sri Lanka, with one specialist saying there is no immediate danger, even as he calls for stronger screening at airports and greater public caution.

Sri Lanka sugar crisis looms, milk powder prices may surge: Importers

Sri Lanka could face a major sugar supply and price crisis, along with potential price hikes in imported milk powder and other essential food items, after India suspended sugar exports and the Sri Lankan Rupee continued to weaken

Rehearsal to commemorate war heroes...

A rehearsal was held yesterday to commemorate National War Heroes at the National War Heroes’ Monument in Battaramulla.

Wire traps laid to rob motorcyclists; gang nabbed by residents

A gang that allegedly laid wire traps across roads and robbed motorcyclists of their cash and jewellery at Boraketiiya on the Padukka-Wataraka-Boraketiiya Road was caught by residents and handed over to the Meegoda Police in the early hours of yesterday morning.

President to lead National War Heroes Commemoration ceremony

The 17th National War Heroes Commemoration ceremony to honor military personnel who sacrificed their lives to liberate the motherland from decades of terrorism, is scheduled to commence today at 3:00 PM at the Ranaviru Memorial in Battaramulla under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

The Best Interest of the Child Must Remain Our Only Priority - Chairperson - Child Protection Force

The ongoing case involving the alleged sexual abuse of a child has caused significant public concern across Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka remains undivided because of the Armed Forces: Mahinda Rajapaksa

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa said yesterday that, because of the ultimate sacrifices made by the armed forces, the nation remains a single, undivided country.

CIABOC official pushing suspects towards suicide-Opposition

Taking a swipe at the Government over the death of former Srilankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kapila Chandrasena , the joint Opposition yesterday alleged that a certain official of the Commission to Investigate Allegations on Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) was pushing those summoned before the Commission towards suicide.

Health experts warn of waterborne disease risk

Health experts have warned of a possible rise in waterborne diseases in the coming weeks as floodwaters from minor flooding in several affected areas begins to recede under the prevailing rainy conditions.

Animal Welfare Coalition proposes crematoriums for dogs

The Animal Welfare Coalition (AWC) has highlighted the need to establish animal crematorium facilities for dogs, arguing that such services would allow pets and stray animals to be treated with dignity after death, similar to humans.

Veteran journalist D. B. S. Jeyaraj passes away

Seasoned journalist D. B. S. Jeyaraj passed away yesterday in Canada. He was 72.

Vehicle importers announce estimated vehicle price hikes

The Vehicle Importers Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL) has announced the estimated price increases following the Government’s decision to impose a 50% surcharge on vehicle imports.

Police issue warning over rise in teenage pregnancies

Sri Lanka Police issued an urgent public advisory in response to a reported rise in teenage and underage pregnancies, calling on parents, guardians and children to work together to prevent further incidents and protect children’s welfare.

Western Province Governor Hanif Yusoof to resign

Western Province Governor Hanif Yusoof has clarified recent media speculation regarding his position, stating that he had earlier informed President Anura Kumara Dissanayake of his desire to step down from the post.

Delays in licence renewals threaten supply of essential medicines

Hundreds of import licence renewals are currently pending at the National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA), creating serious disruptions to the pharmaceutical supply chain, the Sri Lanka Chamber of the Pharmaceutical Industry (SLCPI) said.

Middle East war pushes CPC oil bill past US$1bn

The Middle East war has taken its toll on Sri Lanka, with the oil import bill of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) exceeding US$ 1 billion during the first four months of this year, whereas it stood at only US$ 1.5 billion for the whole of 2025, an official said.

Bad weather forces closure of 137 schools in Central Province

Adverse weather conditions have forced the closure of some 137 schools in the Central Province yesterday with the prevailing low pressure system moving in a slow pace while a few signs of the Southwest Monsoon began to appear

Job seekers claim they were left stranded in Israel programme

Frustrated after waiting more than 15 months for promised jobs in Israel, a group of Sri Lankan job seekers staged a protest outside the Presidential Secretariat yesterday, demanding immediate action over delays affecting more than

Colombo hosts final port call of IOS SAGAR deployment

Carrying the message of “One Ocean, One Mission,” the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR, INS Sunayna, arrived in Colombo, marking the final stop of a multinational maritime mission aimed at strengthening regional security,

Two SL U-19 cricketers arrested for filming two female doctors in bathroom, bail granted

Another two members of the Sri Lanka Under-19 National Cricket Team, who were arrested for allegedly secretly filming several female doctors while they were bathing, have been granted bail by the Colombo Magistrate’s

Court orders arrest of senior NDB officials if found to have aided Rs. 13 Billion fraud

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama today ordered the Criminal Investigation Department to arrest and produce before court any senior official of the National Development Bank (NDB) who may have aided and abetted the fraudulent misappropriation of Rs. 13 billion from the bank’s general ledger account.

Sri Lanka’s loan demand stays red hot

Sri Lanka’s businesses and households borrowed at one of the fastest monthly paces on record in March, even as the economy began showing signs of fresh stress from the Iran war, raising questions over whether firms were rushing to secure loans before borrowing costs climbed further.

Sino-Lanka maritime research stopped due to disruptions, hope SL Govt will take right decision- Chinese ambassador

Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong said yesterday that the routine marine scientific research conducted by scientists from both sides in Sri Lanka waters had been delayed due to various disruptions, and expressed hope that the Sri Lanka government, in consideration of its own sovereignty, dignity and interests, would make the right decision at an early date.

U.S donated Coast Guard Cutter arrives in Sri Lanka following record journey

The former U.S. Coast Guard Cutter DECISIVE, which departed from the Baltimore U.S. Coast Guard Yard East Wall Jetty, has arrived in Trincomalee after a nearly three-month voyage.

Adverse weather will last for a few more days: Met Department

The current adverse weather conditions which has already claimed one life is expected to prevail for a few more days with an improvement expected around the weekend, an official from the Department of Meteorology said yesterday.

10,000 heart patients trapped in “death queue” as govt rushes Rs. 3.1 bn cath lab expansion

Sri Lanka’s worsening cardiac care crisis has exposed deep cracks in the country’s public health system, with nearly 10,000 heart patients reportedly waiting for life-saving surgeries and procedures while the government scrambles to install 16 new cardiac catheterisation laboratories (cath labs) at a cost of Rs. 3.1 billion.

UNP questions President’s congratulatory message to TN Chief Minister

The United National Party (UNP) yesterday said it was surprising to see President Anura Kumara Dissanayake extend his personal congratulations to the recently elected Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, C. Joseph Vijay.