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INS Tarangini Arrives in Sri Lanka for Joint Naval Training
The Indian Navy’s Sail Training Ship INS Tarangini is scheduled to arrive in Trincomalee from tomorrow until March 02, before proceeding to Colombo from March 06 to March 09, the High Commission of India in Colombo said. The visit aims…
Do Not Politicize Easter Sunday Investigations, Archdiocese Urges
The Archdiocese of Colombo has urged all parties to refrain from interfering with ongoing investigations into the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks, warning that any obstruction would amount to a grave injustice to the victims. Addressing a special media briefing…
Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has blamed external negativity, bowler-friendly pitches, and fitness issues as key factors behind the team’s early exit from the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.
Sri Lanka became the first team to be eliminated from semi-final contention after suffering a 61-run defeat in front of a packed R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium in Colombo yesterday (25). Speaking after the loss, Shanaka said persistent public criticism…
England Beat Pakistan by Two Wickets to Secure T20 World Cup Semi-Final Spot
England became the first team to secure a semi-final spot at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, defeating Pakistan by two wickets at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy. This marks the fifth consecutive T20 World Cup in which…
T20 World Cup 2026: Sri Lanka Face New Zealand in Crucial Super Eight Match
Sri Lanka will face New Zealand in a must-win Super Eight clash of the 2026 T20 World Cup at the R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium, Colombo, today (25). The match is scheduled to start at 7:00 a.m. England’s two-wicket win…
Petrol Bomb Hurled at Gintota House in Early Morning Attack
A petrol bomb attack was reported at a house in Gintota, Galle, in the early hours of today (25), police said. According to police, a group of unidentified individuals arrived at the residence on Ginganga Mawatha and hurled a petrol…
Sri Lanka–Romania Labour Talks as Minister Vijitha Herath Begins Official Visit
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath will undertake an official visit to Romania from March 1 to 3, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said. During the visit, Minister Herath is scheduled to hold high-level talks with…
Opposition Parties Hold High-Level Talks with Ranil Wickremesinghe
A group of opposition party leaders held a high-level meeting with former President Ranil Wickremesinghe in Colombo this morning (25) to discuss coordinated political action. Sources said the discussions focused on strengthening unity among opposition parties and addressing several pressing…
Police Warn of Fake Calls Using Names of Senior Officers in Colombo
Sri Lanka Police have issued a warning after receiving information about organized scam groups operating in Colombo, who are impersonating senior police officers to deceive institutions. According to the Police Media Division, these individuals have contacted tourist hotels and private…
Drug Money and Underworld Used for Political Power – Public Security Minister
Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ananda Wijepala says organized criminals and drug traffickers were used in the past by certain political factions to consolidate and maintain political power. The Minister made these remarks while attending the foundation stone-laying…
BREAKING: Former Intelligence Chief Suresh Sallay Arrested Over Easter Sunday Attacks
Former Director General of the State Intelligence Service, Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay, has been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in connection with the 2019 Easter Sunday terror attacks. Police sources confirmed that a special CID team carried…
England Beat Pakistan by Two Wickets to Secure T20 World Cup Semi-Final Spot
England became the first team to secure a semi-final spot at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, defeating Pakistan by two wickets at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Kandy. This marks the fifth consecutive T20 World Cup in which…
Sri Lankan National Arrested at BIA for Attempting to Smuggle Rs. 25 Million Worth of Kush Cannabis
A 29-year-old Sri Lankan national from Grandpass, Colombo, was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) on October 28, 2025, for attempting to smuggle 2,523 grams of Kush cannabis into the country. The suspect had arrived on SriLankan Airlines flight UL…
Cabinet Approves Program for Productive Use of Abandoned and Underutilized Government Buildings
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a comprehensive program to address the underutilization of government-owned buildings, including those that are abandoned or partially constructed. This initiative aims to ensure these buildings are put to productive use for the benefit of…
Cabinet Approves Proposal to Submit Motor Vehicles (Drugs) Directive to Parliament
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal to submit the Motor Vehicles (Drugs) Directive No. 1 of 2025 to Parliament for approval. This directive aims to address concerns regarding drivers suspected of being under the influence of drugs. Under…
Cabinet Approves Proposal for Compulsory Seatbelt Use on Expressways
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to present amended regulations to Parliament, making the use of seatbelts compulsory for all passengers traveling on vehicles using expressways. This amendment is part of an effort to reduce the number of…
Three Suspects Remanded in Connection with Killing of Weligama PS Chairman
Three individuals arrested in connection with the murder of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara have been remanded until October 30. The suspects were produced before the Matara Magistrate’s Court today, October 28. According to police, those in custody include…
Major General (Retd) Nalinda Niyangoda Assumes Duties as Chief of National Intelligence
Major General (Retd) Nalinda Niyangoda officially assumed his duties as the new Chief of National Intelligence today, October 28, at the Ministry of Defence in Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte. He received his appointment letter from the Secretary of Defence, Air Vice…
SLMC MP M.L.A.M. Hizbullah Denies Claims of Being Deceived in Ghana Gold Deal
Sri Lanka’s Member of Parliament, M.L.A.M. Hizbullah, has rejected media reports claiming that he was deceived in a gold business deal in Ghana. These reports were circulated by certain Ghanaian media outlets, which alleged that the former minister had fallen…
Amber Weather Advisory Issued for Strong Winds Across Several Provinces and Districts
The Department of Meteorology has issued an ‘Amber’ weather advisory for strong winds affecting several regions of Sri Lanka. The advisory, issued at 08:30 a.m. today, October 27, warns of strong winds of 50-60 km/h, which could occur intermittently across…
Indian National Arrested at Bandaranaike Airport with Heroin Worth Rs. 34 Million
A 32-year-old Indian national was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) on October 26 for attempting to smuggle 2.832 kilograms of heroin, valued at Rs. 34 million, into Sri Lanka. The suspect arrived from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, aboard SriLankan Airlines…
Sri Lanka Imports 3,500 Metric Tons of ‘Ponni Samba’ Rice to Address Shortage
Sri Lanka has imported a total of 3,500 metric tons of ‘Ponni Samba’ rice to address the ongoing shortage of ‘Keeri Samba’ rice in the local market. This decision was confirmed by Sri Lanka Customs, and the first consignment of…
Fatal Road Collision on Wellawaya-Thanamalwila Road Claims Life of Police Sergeant
A tragic road accident occurred along the Wellawaya-Thanamalwila main road in Adawelayaya, Wellawaya, when an army bus traveling from Thanamalwila collided head-on with a motorcycle coming from the opposite direction. The motorcyclist, a 36-year-old police sergeant from Rajamawatha, Wellawaya, sustained…
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced that electricity tariffs will remain unchanged for the upcoming quarter.
PUCSL Chairman Prof. K. P. L. Chandralal, speaking at a media briefing in Colombo, stated that after public consultations and a thorough review of electricity calculation methodologies, the commission decided not to increase tariffs for the next three months. Earlier,…
Government Radiological Technologists’ Association (GRTA) has reported that three MRI scanners at the Colombo National Hospital are currently non-operational, leaving only one scanner in service.
GRTA President Chanaka Dharmawickrama stated at a media briefing in Colombo that this situation has caused serious disruptions to patient care services. He also highlighted that a kidney stone-breaking machine, purchased a year ago for the Kandy National Hospital, has…