Showers above 75mm on the cards, strong winds forecast

The Department of Meteorology has issued a weather advisory predicting showers across multiple regions of the country, with fairly heavy rainfall exceeding 75mm expected in several provinces.

Rohingya refugees protest...

A group of Rohingya refugees staged a protest outside the UN Headquarters in Thunmulla today, appealing for urgent humanitarian support and long-term solutions. Pix by Pradeep Dilrukshana

Hundreds of flights cancelled as strikes hit German airports

Hundreds of flights have been cancelled across Germany as airport workers stage a nationwide strike over pay, posing a major disruption for air travellers.

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Children vulnerable in many schools due to low-quality buildings: MP

Children in many schools are vulnerable to disasters due to the poor quality of buildings, a government MP told Parliament today.

Four leopards killed in Nuwara Eliya within 68 days

Nuwara Eliya has witnessed the deaths of four leopards in just 68 days, according to officials from the Wildlife Conservation Department.

Deshabandu seeks court remedies to revoke arrest warrant

Inspector General of Police Deshabandu Tennakoon, through his lawyer, has filed a writ petition before the Court of Appeal seeking an order to revoke the arrest warrant issued by the Matara Magistrate’s Court.

Bring Tamil medium teachers from India: Opposition MP

’’Allow teachers from India to come and teach in Tamil medium in plantation schools, Opposition MP V. Radhakrishnan told Parliament today.

Earthquake of magnitude 4.0 jolts Afghanistan

The Economic Times News - An earthquake of magnitude 4.0 jolted Afghanistan on Monday, a statement by the National Center for Seismology (NCS) said. As per the NCS, the earthquake occurred at a depth of 10km, making it susceptible to aftershocks.

Chamal Rajapaksa to contest LG elections

Former Speaker Chamal Rajapaksa has announced his candidacy for the upcoming Local Government Elections under the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) from the Hambantota District.

Immigration warns of strict visa procedure for foreign religious propagandists

The Department of Immigration and Emigration warns of strict procedure to issue visas for foreign religious propagandists who wish to organise various prayer meetings in Sri Lanka with clearance from many state offices, as many tend to abuse travel regulations with simple visit visas, the Daily Mirror learns.

Canada’s next PM Mark Carney vows to win trade war with Trump

Mark Carney has won the race to succeed Justin Trudeau as Canada’s prime minister, vowing to win the trade war against US President Donald Trump as he takes charge of the country at a time of deep instability.

Over 22,400 companies defaulted Rs 34.9 billion EPF payments

Some 22,450 institutions have failed to pay EPF to its employees since 2015 to date, it was disclosed in Parliament.

Canadian woman arrested with Rs. 170 Mn worth of hashish

A Canadian woman was arrested by Sri Lanka Customs officers at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) while attempting to smuggle over 17 kilograms of hashish, valued at more than Rs. 170 million, Customs said.

Aloe Blacc arrives in Sri Lanka

American musician and entrepreneur Aloe Blacc arrived in Sri Lanka a short while ago to seek investment opportunities in Sri Lanka, a spokesman for the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Island’s dry spell to ease

The prevailing dry weather conditions in Sri Lanka are expected to change temporarily on March 10 and 11, with showers predicted in several areas, particularly in the Eastern and Uva provinces.

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Sri Lanka tourist arrivals exceed 37,000 in first five days of March

Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka surpassed 37,000 within the first five days of March, according to provisional data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA).

Sweet surge in growth for local confectioneries in early 2025

Sri Lanka’s confectionery industry is experiencing some sweet growth as it on an upward trajectory this year, supported by improving economic sentiment, consecutive festive seasons, and a forecasted increase in consumer spending following the salary hikes outlined in the national budget.

Worker remittances exceed US$ 1.1bn as of February

Money sent home by Sri Lankans working abroad extended its growth through February, indicating that those who left their home country in droves in the last couple years are now sending the dollars back home and via official banking channels as opposed to the informal money changers which many of them used to use.

Rohit and stingy spin attack lead India to Champions Trophy title

Rohit Sharma made a combative 76 to back up a potent spin bowling display as India beat New Zealand by four wickets to win a record third Champions Trophy title on Sunday.

Three killed in three-wheeler collision at Madampe

At least three people were killed in a tragic accident in the Madampe area when a three-wheeler travelling from Chilaw to Colombo collided with a bus and a lorry, police said.

Muralitharan’s Ceylon Beverage pulls out of Rs 1,650 crore investment in Jammu and Kashmir

A day after the allotment of “free land” to former Sri Lankan cricketer Muttiah Muralitharan’s M/s Ceylon Beverage sparked controversy in Jammu and Kashmir, it was revealed that the company has pulled out from an over Rs 1,650 crore investment in Kathua.

Secret Service shoots armed man outside White House

The US Secret Service shot a man outside the White House early on Sunday after an ’’armed confrontation’’, the service said in a statement.

India chasing 251 against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy Final

India put a stranglehold on New Zealand in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 Final in Dubai, limiting them to 251/7.

Fifteen Indian nationals deported for volating immigration laws

Fifteen Indian nationals, who entered Sri Lanka under tourist visas, have been deported for violating the country’s immigration laws.

NPP names Vraie Cally Balthazar as Colombo Mayoral candidate

National People’s Power (NPP) Executive Committee member Vraie Cally Balthazar has been named as the Mayoral Candidate for the Colombo Municipal Council in the upcoming Local Government elections.

Sri Lankan cricketer arrested for trespassing, attempted assault

Sri Lankan cricketer Ashen Bandara was arrested for trespassing and attempting to assault a person at a house in Kolamunna, Piliyandala.

Kuwait to deport beggars, penalise sponsors

Kuwait plans to deport expatriates caught begging during Ramadan amid a crackdown on the unlawful practice.

Assets to be seized if IGP Tennakoon evades court: Deputy Minister

Deputy Minister of Public Security Sunil Watagala said that if Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon continues to evade court proceedings, his movable and immovable assets will be freezed in accordance with legal provisions.