UNP Local government member arrested for harassing a female shop owner

A United National Party (UNP) local government member was arrested for harassing a female shop owner in Nikaweratiya over the weekend.

Two killed, four injured in multi-vehicle crash in Matara

Two people were killed and four others were injured in a multi-vehicle accident reported in the Rassandeniya area along the Matara-Tangalle main road on Sunday evening (July 19).

Churches facing closure as Christians giving up religion

Churches facing closure as Christians are giving up the practicing religion, Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith said during the week end.

Tourist who fell from the train admitted to the Nuwara Eliya hospital

A foreign tourist woman who fell off the Badulla bound Podimenike Express last morning had suffered serious injuries and was admitted to the Nuwara Eliya hospital.The 23 year old Turkish tourist had met with accident at Ambewela in her attempt to stand on the footboard to take a Selfie. Police said she was on a visit to Ella by train with a group of fellow tourists from Turkey yesterday after visiting Nuwara Eliya.

Sri Lanka sees sharp decline in marriages, births over past decade

Registered marriages in Sri Lanka have declined by nearly 28% over the past 15 years, while the number of births has also continued to fall, official data show.

Match fixing gambling regulations related to cricket in limbo

The newly established Gambling Regulatory Authority (GRA) is awaiting government policy guidelines before formulating regulations to govern gambling activities related to cricket, according to proceedings of the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF).

Former IGP C.D. Wickramaratne’s final rites to be held with full police honours

The final rites of former Inspector General of Police (IGP) C.D. Wickramaratne will be held with full police honours at the Borella Cemetery this afternoon, Police Spokesman ASP F.U Wootler said.

World Cup 2026: Spain win the World Cup again

Spain have been crowned world champions for the second time after beating defending champions Argentina 1-0 after extra time in a gripping FIFA World Cup 2026 final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

England hold off India to seal series

Ben Duckett hits a record 141 as England post their highest ODI total at Lord’s and beat India by 27 runs to win the series 2-1.

Mbappe makes World Cup history with second Golden Boot

Kylian Mbappé has become the first player to win the FIFA World Cup Golden Boot twice after finishing as the tournament’s top scorer at the 2026 World Cup.

Egg prices to increase from tomorrow

The All Ceylon Egg Producers’ Association said that egg prices will increase from tomorrow (20), citing rising production challenges and feed shortages.

Iran attacks US Gulf allies, causing a fire at Kuwait power plant

Iran has fired drones and missiles at Kuwait and Bahrain and claimed to have stopped two ships in the Strait of Hormuz after an eighth consecutive night of attacks by the United States.

India amends tax treaty with Sri Lanka to plug avoidance

India has amended its tax treaty with Sri Lanka to tighten loopholes in double taxation avoidance and to curb revenue leakage by preventing treaty abuse. The intention for amending the pact has been to eliminate double taxation without creating opportunities for non-taxation or reduced taxation through tax evasion or avoidance through treaty-shopping arrangements.

Sri Lanka Dengue Cases 2026: Live Tracker and Latest Updates

Track the latest dengue cases, deaths, and regional trends across Sri Lanka through our regularly updated dashboard.

SLS certification mandatory for sanitary napkins from October 8

The sale of sanitary napkins that do not carry the required Sri Lanka Standards Institution (SLSI) certification will be prohibited in Sri Lanka from October 8, 2026, under an Extraordinary Gazette notification issued by the Consumer Affairs Authority.

Russia launches major ballistic missile attack on Kyiv

Russia has carried out a wave of ballistic missile strikes on the Ukrainian capital Kyiv, killing one person and wounding at least 14, officials say.

Former UNP Councillor arrested over Rs. 160 million fraud

Former Horana United National Party (UNP) Municipal Councillor Renuka Damayanthi has been arrested by the Wattala Police over a financial fraud involving six textile businessmen from Pettah.

Man injured in Dehiwala Cemetery shooting

A man was injured in a shooting at the Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia Public Cemetery on Sunday.

Kerala declares school holiday tomorrow for students to watch Fifa World Cup final

Education Minister N Samsudheen announced the decision through his social media accounts, saying it was made in response to requests from football-loving students who wanted to stay up to watch the final.

Will Inland Revenue prosecute you for tax mistakes? Things every Sri Lankan needs to know

The Inland Revenue Department said it will initiate criminal prosecution against individuals and entities who deliberately fail to meet their specified income tax obligations.

New York’s Mamdani says looking into Netanyahu arrest during city visit

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has said that he is consulting with city authorities over the possibility of arresting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits the city for the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September.

Andrew Tate and brother arrested in US after more charges laid against them in UK

Controversial influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan have been arrested in the US after British authorities announced they were bringing further charges against them.

Two youths killed in motorcycle accident in Horana

Two youths were killed after a motorcycle collided with a sand-transporting tipper truck in the Kananvila area on the Horana - Moragahahena road, early this morning.

US says two military personnel killed by Iranian attack in Jordan

The U.S. military said on Saturday two of its personnel were killed in Jordan and another was missing ​after an Iranian attack, while Iran’s supreme leader said Washington would pay for ’’seeking to escalate the conflict’’ after a seventh straight night of U.S. strikes.

Iran’s Supreme Leader says US breaches show Trump’s signature is ’worthless’

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said ​in a written statement ‌on Saturday that repeated U.S. breaches of a ​memorandum of understanding ​signed by the presidents ⁠of Iran and the ​United States had ​shown that President Donald Trump’s signature was ’’utterly worthless and devoid ​of credibility.’’

US issues worldwide travel caution amid rising West Asia tensions, warns Americans of potential security threats

The US Department of State on Saturday (local time) issued a worldwide travel caution for American citizens, citing heightened tensions in West Asia and warning of a complex security environment with the potential for unforeseen escalation amid the heightened military operations from both the US and Iranian sides in the region.

Saka hat-trick powers England to 6-4 win over France in World Cup thriller

Mbappe breaks all-time World Cup scoring record, but England claim bronze after a 10-goal classic in Miami.

Spain training session cancelled before World Cup final

Spain’s final training session before the World Cup final was cancelled after heavy thunderstorms hit New York and New Jersey on Saturday.

Messi and Argentina set for World Cup final showdown with Spain

Messi vs Yamal: A generational battle for football’s biggest prize

Over 700 arrested in islandwide ‘Ratama Ekata’ operation

A total of 706 individuals were arrested yesterday (July 17) during the islandwide “Ratama Ekata” national operation.