Sri Lanka celebrates 78th Independence Day today
The 78th National Independence Day - themed “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” - is to be celebrated ceremoniously today at the Independence Square in Colombo. MORE..
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- Rubio hails US–Sri Lanka ties on National Day
- King Charles reaffirms UK–Sri Lanka partnership in Independence Day message
- Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of ex-Libyan leader, reportedly shot dead
- Exposition of sacred Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha to begin at Gangaramaya
- Sabina Yousaf returns to Sri Lanka after securing third place at Mrs. World 2025
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Let’s use our human resource and build a new economically strong Sri Lanka: President
We have to build a new economically strong Sri Lanka by making use of the country’s human resource while setting aside differences, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated. MORE..
Exposition of sacred Devnimori Relics of Lord Buddha to begin at Gangaramaya
The exposition of the sacred Devnimori Relics is scheduled to begin at the Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo today (04). MORE..
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of ex-Libyan leader, reportedly shot dead
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of Libya’s former leader Col Muammar Gaddafi, has reportedly been shot dead. MORE..
King Charles reaffirms UK–Sri Lanka partnership in Independence Day message
His Majesty King Charles III has sent a special message of felicitation to the President and the people of Sri Lanka as the nation celebrates its 78th Independence Day today (04). MORE..
Rubio hails US–Sri Lanka ties on National Day
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated the people of Sri Lanka on their National Day, highlighting what he described as a growing partnership rooted in shared interests in the Indo-Pacific. MORE..
Two including Thai national arrested with 3kg of heroin
An individual has been arrested for the possession of 3 kilograms and 18 grams of heroin last evening (03) in Kiribathgoda, police stated. MORE..
Lord Buddha’s sacred relics from Gujarat to arrive in Sri Lanka today
The holy relics of Lord Buddha, preserved at the Department of Archaeology of Maharaja Sayajirao University (MSU) in Vadodara, began their journey to Colombo on Tuesday, with chief minister Bhupendra Patel attending a ceremony to mark their departure. MORE..
President arrives at Independence Square for Independence Day celebrations
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has arrived at the Independence Square in Colombo to participate in the Independence Day celebrations. MORE..
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Dilith calls for creation of economically independent state in his Independence Day message
Our overarching purpose must be to create an economically independent state replete with evolved people, stated the leader of the Sarvajana Balaya, Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera in his Independence Day message. MORE..
“Let’s reflect on our history while firmly focusing on future”: Opposition Leader’s Independence Day message
As we mark 78 years since gaining independence on February 4, 1948, it is vital to reflect on our history while firmly focusing on the future, stated the Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa in his Independence Day message. MORE..
Special presidential pardons to 49 prisoners in view of Independence Day
A total 49 prisoners are scheduled to receive special presidential pardons today in view of the 78th National Independence Day celebrations. MORE..
Set aside narrow political interests in pursuit of national progress – PM Harini
This is a time for all of us to work together, setting aside narrow political interests in the pursuit of national progress, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated in her Independence Day message. MORE..
9,158 Army personnel promoted in view of 78th Independence Day
A total of 9,158 Sri Lanka Army personnel have been promoted in view of the 78th Independence Day celebrations. MORE..
Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island today
Several spells of showers will occur in the Northern, North-central, Eastern and Uva provinces and in the Nuwara-Eliya and Matale districts today (04), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
President calls for unity and determination to rebuild Sri Lanka in his Independence Day message
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has called on all citizens to join hands in unity, determination and brotherhood to rebuild Sri Lanka. MORE..
Special traffic plan in Colombo in view of Independence Day celebrations
A special traffic plan will be implemented in Colombo today in view of 78th National Independence Day celebrations. MORE..
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of ex-Libyan leader, reportedly shot dead
Saif al-Islam Gaddafi, son of Libya’s former leader Col Muammar Gaddafi, has reportedly been shot dead. MORE..
King Charles reaffirms UK–Sri Lanka partnership in Independence Day message
His Majesty King Charles III has sent a special message of felicitation to the President and the people of Sri Lanka as the nation celebrates its 78th Independence Day today (04). MORE..
Rubio hails US–Sri Lanka ties on National Day
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio congratulated the people of Sri Lanka on their National Day, highlighting what he described as a growing partnership rooted in shared interests in the Indo-Pacific. MORE..
Two including Thai national arrested with 3kg of heroin
An individual has been arrested for the possession of 3 kilograms and 18 grams of heroin last evening (03) in Kiribathgoda, police stated. MORE..
Lord Buddha’s sacred relics from Gujarat to arrive in Sri Lanka today
The holy relics of Lord Buddha, preserved at the Department of Archaeology of Maharaja Sayajirao University (MSU) in Vadodara, began their journey to Colombo on Tuesday, with chief minister Bhupendra Patel attending a ceremony to mark their departure. MORE..
President arrives at Independence Square for Independence Day celebrations
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has arrived at the Independence Square in Colombo to participate in the Independence Day celebrations. MORE..
Dilith calls for creation of economically independent state in his Independence Day message
Our overarching purpose must be to create an economically independent state replete with evolved people, stated the leader of the Sarvajana Balaya, Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera in his Independence Day message. MORE..
“Let’s reflect on our history while firmly focusing on future”: Opposition Leader’s Independence Day message
As we mark 78 years since gaining independence on February 4, 1948, it is vital to reflect on our history while firmly focusing on the future, stated the Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa in his Independence Day message. MORE..
Special presidential pardons to 49 prisoners in view of Independence Day
A total 49 prisoners are scheduled to receive special presidential pardons today in view of the 78th National Independence Day celebrations. MORE..
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Spain to ban social media access for children under 16
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India’s Supreme Court slams WhatsApp, Meta over privacy policy
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SpaceX acquires xAI in record-setting deal as Musk looks to unify AI and space ambitions
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Entertainment
Sabina Yousaf returns to Sri Lanka after securing third place at Mrs. World 2025
Sabina Yousaf, who represented Sri Lanka at the 41st Mrs. World Pageant held in the United States, returned to the island early this morning (04). MORE..
BTS comeback show and documentary to be on Netflix
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K-Pop superband BTS have announced a Netflix stream of their first performance since their comeback. MORE..
‘Michael’ Trailer: Michael Jackson biopic chronicles rise from child star to King of Pop
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Beijing criticises Dalai Lama Grammy win as ‘manipulation’
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Sports
England win third T20 to sweep Sri Lanka series
England beat Sri Lanka by 12 runs in the third and final T20I match at Pallekele on Tuesday to sweep the series 3-0 ahead of the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup. MORE..
Sri Lanka restrict England to 128/9 in 3rd T20I
England were restricted to 128 for the loss of 9 wickets, their lowest T20 total against Sri Lanka, in the third and final T20 International against Sri Lanka at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium. MORE..
3rd T20I: England wins toss, elects to bat against Sri Lanka
England won the toss and elected to bat first against Sri Lanka in the third and final T20I being played in Pallekele. MORE..
Indian Government explores return of Formula 1 to India
Thirteen years after the last race in India, the Indian government is considering bringing Formula 1 back to the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida. It is learnt that Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya recently inspected the venue, inaugurated in 2011. MORE..
Lasith Malinga appointed Sri Lanka consultant coach for T20 World Cup
Sri Lanka’s legendary fast bowler Lasith Malinga is set to serve as the Fast Bowling Consultant Coach for the Sri Lankan national team during their four preliminary round matches of the T20 World Cup 2026. MORE..
