Sagarika train derailment: Track repairs expected to take 2 days; revised timetable released
The General Manager of Railways, Ravindra Pathmapriya, stated that the re-railing operations for the derailed ‘Sagarika’ train have commenced and that train services on the coastal line are expected to be restored within two days. MORE..
- CID records statement from Prof. Maithree Wickremesinghe
- CID complaint filed over cyberattack on Public Administration Ministry’s website
- Colombo Archdiocese refutes reports on Cardinal Ranjith’s resignation
- Defence Secretary meets UN Assistant Secretary-General in New York
- Sagarika train derailment: Track repairs expected to take 2 days; revised timetable released
- PHIs urge registration of Vesak ‘Dansal’, warn of legal action for non-compliance
- War, drought, aid shortfall to fuel hunger in 2026, global report says
- Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
- Iran’s FM Araghchi expected in Pakistan tonight for 2nd round of US-Iran nuclear talks
- Public warned of financial scam using ID Office name
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Public warned of financial scam using ID Office name
The Department for Registration of Persons has issued a statement over a financial fraud scheme being carried out by individuals misusing the department’s name. MORE..
Iran’s FM Araghchi expected in Pakistan tonight for 2nd round of US-Iran nuclear talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expected to arrive in Islamabad on Friday night as Pakistan works to host a second round of negotiations between the United States and Iran, according to regional media reports and statements from Pakistani officials. MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Northern, North-Central, North-Western, Western, Sabaragamuwa, and Eastern provinces. MORE..
War, drought, aid shortfall to fuel hunger in 2026, global report says
Conflict, drought and shrinking aid will keep global hunger at critical levels in 2026, with food insecurity expected to worsen in some of the world’s most fragile countries, according to the 2026 Global Report on Food Crises. MORE..
PHIs urge registration of Vesak ‘Dansal’, warn of legal action for non-compliance
Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) have announced that the registration of ‘Dansal’ to be held islandwide in view of the upcoming Vesak Poya has already commenced. MORE..
Defence Secretary meets UN Assistant Secretary-General in New York
Continuing his official visit to the United Nations Headquarters in New York City, Sri Lanka’s Secretary of Defence, Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Sampath Thuyacontha, engaged in a high-level meeting with Khaled Khiari, UN Assistant Secretary-General..MORE...
Colombo Archdiocese refutes reports on Cardinal Ranjith’s resignation
The Director of Mass Communications for the Archdiocese of Colombo, Reverend Father Jude Chrysantha, has stated that reports claiming that His Eminence Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith has decided to step down from his post as Archbishop of Colombo in late 2026 are false. MORE..
CID complaint filed over cyberattack on Public Administration Ministry’s website
Minister Chandana Abeyrathne stated that a formal complaint has been lodged with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) regarding an apparent cyberattack targeting the official website of the Ministry of Public Administration. MORE..
CID records statement from Prof. Maithree Wickremesinghe
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has recorded a statement from Professor Maithree Wickremesinghe, wife of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe. MORE..
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Sri Lankan Rupee declines further as US Dollar exceeds Rs. 317
The Sri Lankan Rupee has further depreciated in comparison with the US Dollar, with the highest indicative rate recorded in recent times being reported today (24). MORE..
Former Minister Johnston Fernando granted bail
Former Minister Johnston Fernando has been granted bail by the Wattala Magistrate’s Court, said Ada Derana reporter.
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-Western, Southern and Uva provinces and in Anuradhapura district. MORE..
2019 Easter Attacks: Court rejects ex-IGP Pujith’s request to amend testimony
The three-member bench of the Colombo Special High Court today rejected a request made by former Inspector General of Police (IGP) Pujith Jayasundera to introduce new facts to the statement he had previously made from the dock. MORE..
Sri Lanka probing $2.5 million cyber heist with international assistance – PM
Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that investigations have been initiated into the theft of USD 2.5 million in funds from the Ministry of Finance by cybercriminals. MORE..
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Severe dry conditions drive rapid drop in Castlereagh and Maussakelle reservoir water levels
Water levels in the Castlereagh and Maussakelle reservoirs are declining rapidly due to the prevailing extreme dry weather conditions in the catchment areas on the western slopes of the Central Hills, engineers responsible for the reservoirs have reported. MORE..
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Iran’s FM Araghchi expected in Pakistan tonight for 2nd round of US-Iran nuclear talks
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expected to arrive in Islamabad on Friday night as Pakistan works to host a second round of negotiations between the United States and Iran, according to regional media reports and statements from Pakistani officials. MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Northern, North-Central, North-Western, Western, Sabaragamuwa, and Eastern provinces. MORE..
War, drought, aid shortfall to fuel hunger in 2026, global report says
Conflict, drought and shrinking aid will keep global hunger at critical levels in 2026, with food insecurity expected to worsen in some of the world’s most fragile countries, according to the 2026 Global Report on Food Crises. MORE..
PHIs urge registration of Vesak ‘Dansal’, warn of legal action for non-compliance
Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) have announced that the registration of ‘Dansal’ to be held islandwide in view of the upcoming Vesak Poya has already commenced. MORE..
Defence Secretary meets UN Assistant Secretary-General in New York
Continuing his official visit to the United Nations Headquarters in New York City, Sri Lanka’s Secretary of Defence, Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Sampath Thuyacontha, engaged in a high-level meeting with Khaled Khiari, UN Assistant Secretary-General..MORE...
Colombo Archdiocese refutes reports on Cardinal Ranjith’s resignation
The Director of Mass Communications for the Archdiocese of Colombo, Reverend Father Jude Chrysantha, has stated that reports claiming that His Eminence Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith has decided to step down from his post as Archbishop of Colombo in late 2026 are false. MORE..
CID complaint filed over cyberattack on Public Administration Ministry’s website
Minister Chandana Abeyrathne stated that a formal complaint has been lodged with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) regarding an apparent cyberattack targeting the official website of the Ministry of Public Administration. MORE..
CID records statement from Prof. Maithree Wickremesinghe
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has recorded a statement from Professor Maithree Wickremesinghe, wife of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe. MORE..
Sri Lankan Rupee declines further as US Dollar exceeds Rs. 317
The Sri Lankan Rupee has further depreciated in comparison with the US Dollar, with the highest indicative rate recorded in recent times being reported today (24). MORE..
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Technology
Norway government plans social media ban for children under 16
Norway’s government said on Friday it will propose a ban on the use of social media for children under the age of 16, and will make technology companies responsible for age verification of young users. MORE..
Billionaire backer sues Trump family’s crypto firm over alleged extortion
Billionaire backer sues Trump family’s crypto firm over alleged extortion
The Trump family’s World Liberty Financial crypto venture is being sued by one of its billionaire backers over allegations of extortion. MORE..
Ping-pong robot Ace makes history by beating top-level human players
Ping-pong robot Ace makes history by beating top-level human players
An autonomous robot ping-pong player dubbed Ace has achieved a milestone for AI and robotics in Tokyo by competing against and sometimes defeating top-level human players at table tennis, a feat that could presage an array of other applications for similarly adept robots. MORE..
Turkey Parliament votes to ban Social Media for under-15s
Turkey Parliament votes to ban Social Media for under-15s
The Turkish parliament voted on Wednesday to prevent children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms, state media agency Anadolu reported, the latest country to try such a ban.
Entertainment
Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount’s $111bn takeover
Warner Bros Discovery shareholders have approved the company’s $111bn (£82bn) takeover by Paramount in a deal which could drastically alter the media landscape. MORE..
French-Algerian author Kamel Daoud says Algeria sentenced him to 3 years for award-winning novel
French-Algerian author Kamel Daoud says Algeria sentenced him to 3 years for award-winning novel
French-Algerian author Kamel Daoud said Wednesday that he has been sentenced to three years in prison in Algeria for his book “Houris,” a recipient of France’s most prestigious literary award. MORE..
‘Red Easter’ – A powerful cinematic voice from an internationally award-winning director
‘Red Easter’ – A powerful cinematic voice from an internationally award-winning director
Red Easter, directed by U.A. Palliyaguru, stands today as a bold and compelling creative voice emerging from Sri Lanka to the global cinema stage. The film has already garnered significant international attention, establishing itself as a noteworthy presence in the competitive world of global filmmaking. MORE..
Netflix cancels docuseries with Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson after fight
Netflix cancels docuseries with Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson after fight
A three-part Netflix docuseries featuring former One Direction members Zayn Malik and Louis Tomlinson has reportedly been shelved. MORE..
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Switzerland
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Canada
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Australia
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Singapore
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Qatar
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UAE
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Sports
New coach Kirsten faces ‘a lot of learning’ to rebuild Sri Lanka
New Sri Lanka head coach Gary Kirsten says understanding the island’s cricketing identity will be central to rebuilding the team for the World Cup. MORE..
Trump envoy seeks to replace Iran with Italy in upcoming World Cup
A top envoy to U.S. President Donald Trump has asked FIFA to replace Iran with Italy in the upcoming World Cup, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday. MORE..
World Cup last-minute ticket sales phase re-opens 50 days from kick-off
With 50 days remaining until the start of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA’s last-minute sales phase re-opens on Wednesday with tickets for all 104 matches available on a first-come, first-served basis. MORE..
Wesley to take on Prince of Wales’ to kick start Inter-School Rugby League tournament
The 2026 Inter-School Rugby League tournament is scheduled to get underway today (23) with 18 teams vying for honours. MORE..
Chamari stars in Sri Lanka’s series-levelling victory over Bangladesh
Riding on skipper Chamari Athapaththu’s all-round brilliance, Sri Lanka bounced back strongly in the three-match WODI series, defeating hosts Bangladesh by four wickets in the second match at the Rajshahi Divisional Stadium on Wednesday. MORE..
