Sri Lanka lacks technology to detect earthquakes fast enough

In the wake of the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar, an official said Sri Lanka lacks the technology to detect earthquakes quickly.

U.S. reciprocal tariff unexpected shock to govt.’s $ 3Bn export revenue increase : Handunnetti

Claiming that the government’s target of increasing the country’s export revenue by US $ 3 billion will be negatively affected by the US reciprocal tariff, Industries Minister Sunil Handunnetti said yesterday it is an unexpected shock.

It is humid more than last year, heat is felt more due to lack of wind: Meteorologist

Sri Lanka, facing 2 weather patterns of high heat and thunderstorms at the same time, is expected to continue for the month of April, an official from the Department of Meteorology said.

Govt. not transparent on MoUs to be signed with India during PM Modi’s visit: SJB MP

The government has not been transparent in dealing with MoUs that are to be signed today with India in the presence of visiting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, an opposition MP alleged yesterday.

Court of Appeal dismisses petition against eviction of a company from Lotus Tower

A writ petition filed challenging Colombo Lotus Tower Management Company’s decision to evict N. Seelanatha Holdings from the Lotus Tower premises was yesterday dismissed by the Court of Appeal.

Excise earns record revenue of Rs.61Bn in 2025 first quarter

One of the three main revenue-generating arms of the country and the competent authority regulating the liquor industry, the Excise Department of Sri Lanka has earned a record revenue of Rs.61 billion during the first quarter of

Controversial Visa Deal: SC rejects bail for Harsha Ilukpitiya

The Supreme Court yesterday rejected a bail application filed on behalf of Harsha Ilukpitiya, the former Controller General of Immigration and Emigration. He has been in remand custody for nearly six months due to contempt of

SL to discuss with US on reducing reciprocal tariff: Minister

The government is expecting to have diplomatic level discussions with the United States to see the possibility of reducing the new reciprocal tariff system introduced by US President Donald Trump and to agree on trade and investment policy which will benefit both countries, Minister of Labour Anil Jayantha said yesterday.

India to be referred to as Bharat On official Commemorative plaques during Modi’s visit

India will be referred to as the Republic of Bharat on Commemorative plaques to be unveiled in Sri Lanka during the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Daily Mirror learns.

Indian advanced security team arrives ahead of Modi’s visit

An advanced security team from India has arrived in Colombo to coordinate with Sri Lankan security agencies ahead of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Sri Lanka this week, the Daily Mirror learns.

Colombo to witness rare celestial event on April 7

Residents of Colombo are set to witness a rare celestial phenomenon on Monday, April 7, 2025, at exactly 12:12 p.m., when shadows will momentarily disappear.

Due to IMF conditions Unable to cut fuel prices further – Minister

Sri Lanka will not be able to implement further reductions in fuel prices at this time due to conditions set by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), according to the Minister of Science and Technology, Prof. Krishantha Abeysinghe.

Deportation of Illegal Migrants: Sri Lanka engages US to follow due procedure

In the wake of four Sri Lankans being deported after they were caught in their attempt to cross the border into the United States, Sri Lanka is now in contact with the US authorities to make sure that the procedure laid down in the Extradition Treaty and mechanisms outlined in other laws between the two countries are followed in case any Sri Lankan is sought to be deported under the migration policy of the Trump administration in the future, the

Man jumps off ITC Ratnadipa to death

A 30-year-old man jumped from the ITC Ratnadipa Luxury Hotel near Galle Face Green after leaving a suicide note, the police said.

Gas and tea prices up, fuel prices reduced

In a mixed day for consumers, Sri Lanka saw fuel prices decrease while gas and tea costs increased overnight. The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) reduced petrol prices by Rs.10 per liter (92-octane to Rs. 299, 95-octane to Rs. 361) effective midnight yesterday (31), even as Laugfs Gas hiked LPG cylinder prices (12.5kg to Rs.4,100, up Rs.420; 5kg to Rs.1,645, up Rs.168).

UK sanction: Wartime commander clears Shavendra Silva only

In response to UK sanctions on three former war veterans, wartime Army Commander Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka said that such action against former Chief of Defence Staff General Shavendra Silva was unjustifiable since he was a frontline commander in the war.

Catholic Church hopeful that Prez will make revelations on Easter Sunday carnage

Responding to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake’s assurance that those who were behind the Easter Sunday bombings would be exposed before April 21st this year, the Catholic Church in Sri Lanka expressed hope that he would keep his word.

Attack on Ranil Wickremesinghe’s residence: No warrant issued against Deputy Minister

In response to reports claiming that Deputy Minister of Youth Affairs, Eranga Gunasekara, who was named as a suspect in the case involving the setting fire to former President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s private residence, the Ministry has denied the allegation.

HIV cases hit record high in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka has experienced a significant surge in HIV/AIDS cases in 2024 recording over 800 cases.

Online train ticket fraudster nabbed

The railway security guards apprehended a person who allegedly committed fraud of online purchasing train tickets to be sold to tourists at exorbitant rates.

KDU hospital a burden to Treasury, Govt committee identifies

Sir John Kotelawala Defence University Hospital which is commonly known as the KDU hospital has been identified as a burden to the Treasury because it does not generate profits, according to a top level committee.

Modi to raise Indo Lanka fishermen issue during his visit to SL

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to raise the Indo- Lanka fishermens issue during his visit to Sri Lanka this week, an Indian official said.

Govt, to establish Public Private joint bus service

The Government is looking towards introducing a new private public joint bus service, President Anura Kumra Dissanayake said over the weekend.

NPP too politicises foreign service, defeated candidate to be posted to Cuba: SJB

“National People’s Front (NPP) candidate Mahindadasa Ratnayake who contested the General Election from the Colombo District has been appointed as the head of the Sri Lankan mission in Cuba,” SJB MP Mujibur Rahman

Modi’s visit MoUs on defence, energy connectivity, digitization to be signed

A number of MoUs (Memoranda of Understanding) related to defence, energy connectivity and digitization will be signed during the upcoming visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Sri Lanka, an official said yesterday.

Youth arrested for distributing child abuse content to foreigners via Facebook

A 20-year-old man has been arrested by Sri Lankan police for allegedly distributing videos and photos containing child sexual abuse material to foreign nationals through Facebook.

Frontline Socialist Party lashes Govt. over plans to close down SOEs

The Frontline Socialist Party (FSP) lashed out at the government for planning to close down state institutions or to privatise them.

Saturn’s transit bodes well for Sri Lanka, an astrological perspective

Saturn’s transit to the Pisces Zodiac sign from Aquarius at 21.44 hours on March 29, 2025, being a major significant celestial event, has captured the attention of astrologers and individuals the world over.Added significance for people in Sri Lanka This celestial event holds added significance for the people of Sri Lanka, as Saturn is the Ascendant lord (Lagnadhipati) of the national horoscope.

Attack on Ranil Wickremesinghe’s residence: Dy Minister Eranga Gunasekara fails to appear in court

Deputy Minister of Youth Affairs, Eranga Gunasekara, a suspect in the investigation into the attack that destroyed UNP leader Ranil Wickremesinghe’s private residence at Fifth Lane, Kollupitiya, on July 09, 2022, and for obstructing the Fire Brigade, failed to appear before Fort Magistrate Nilupuli Lankapura when the case was heard on March 26.

Stray dogs to be removed from Anuradhapura ahead of Modi’s visit: Veterinarians

The Veterinarians for Humane Management of Animal Population Association yesterday claimed that the Governor’s Office of Anuradhapura had decided to remove all stray dogs from the Anuradhapura city limits in view of the visit of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.