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Sri Lanka tourism earnings drop in April, CBSL reports

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has stated that the total tourism earnings for April 2026 amounted to USD 157.1 million. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 9:52 am

Court temporarily lifts foreign travel ban on MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake

The Colombo High Court has ordered the temporary lifting of the overseas travel ban imposed on Parliamentarian Chamara Sampath Dassanayake, who is facing corruption-related charges. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 2:49 pm

Supreme Court to hear Sugar Tax loss petition on June 27

The Supreme Court has ordered that a fundamental rights petition seeking the recovery of Rs. 15.9 billion in losses allegedly incurred by the government due to the reduction of taxes on imported sugar during the administration of former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa be taken up on June 27. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 2:17 pm

Chinese national arrested with stock of foreign cigarettes in Kollupitiya

A foreign national has been arrested in Kollupitiya, near Nimalka Gardens, with 540 sticks of foreign cigarettes allegedly brought into Sri Lanka illegally. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 8:03 am

Trump warns ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran as peace progress stalls

US President Donald Trump has warned Iran the "clock is ticking" as talks to bring the war to an end have stalled. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 9:21 am

Hantavirus-hit cruise ship due to arrive at Rotterdam port as final destination

The hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius was due to dock in Rotterdam on Monday morning for disinfection, with Dutch authorities preparing quarantine arrangements for the 25 crew members and two medical staff remaining on board. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 6:19 am

Three-wheeler buried in Maspanna landslide recovered after 171 days

A three-wheeler buried under a landslide near the Maspanna town in Uva Paranagama during Cyclone Ditwah has been recovered after 171 days. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 2:05 pm

PM Harini departs for UK on official visit

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya left for the United Kingdom this afternoon (18). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 1:52 pm

Fighter jet crews parachute safely after collision at US air show

Four crew members are in stable condition after two fighter jets collided mid-air during a US air show, officials say. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 10:31 am

Uni students agree to vacate Malwana residence after talks with PM

Following successful discussions with the Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya today (18), a group of university students has agreed to vacate the disputed Malwana residence they had occupied since May 01, according to Ada Derana reporter. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 11:43 am

Nepali Sherpa scales Mount Everest for a record 32nd time

A renowned Nepali Sherpa guide scaled Mount Everest for the 32nd time on Sunday, an official said, smashing his own record set last year. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 8:14 am

Sri Lanka marks 17 years since the defeat of three-decade terrorism

Today (18) marks 17 years since the defeat of the brutal LTTE terrorism that plagued Sri Lanka for more than three decades. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 6:58 am

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today

Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-western and Northern provinces and in Galle and Matara districts, today (18), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 6:01 am

Oil touches 2-week high after drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant

Oil prices extended gains on Monday as efforts to end the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran appeared to have stalled, after a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates came under attack and as U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to discuss military options on Iran. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 6:08 am

Suspect sustains gunshot injury after scuffle with police during arrest in Ampara

A shooting incident has been reported in the Ampara Police Division during a police operation to arrest an individual involved in an illicit liquor racket. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 11:05 am

Govt. to provide compensation for weather-damaged crops through Agrarian Insurance Board

Compensation for crop damage caused by the recent adverse weather conditions will be provided through the Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board, the Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Namal Karunaratne has stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 2:34 pm

‘National Victory Day Commemoration Ceremony’ to be held tomorrow under the patronage of President

The ‘‘National Victory Day Commemoration Ceremony,’’ marking 17 years since the defeat of terrorism, is scheduled to be held tomorrow (19) as in previous years. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 9:11 am

Two Sri Lankan passengers arrested with over 14kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA

Two Sri Lankan passengers have been arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) with a consignment of ‘‘Kush’’ narcotics valued at over Rs. 140 million. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 1:19 pm

Adverse weather damages 200 houses, affects over 5,200 people across the country

The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) says that 200 houses have been partially damaged so far due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 18, 2026 12:45 pm

Bulgaria wins Eurovision Song Contest, Israel comes second again

Bulgaria won the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time on Saturday in a final overshadowed by five countries’ boycott over Gaza, claiming a dramatic victory despite another big public vote for Israel that again secured it second place. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 6:56 am

Man drives car into pedestrians in Italy, injuring eight

A man has driven his car into pedestrians in the northern Italian city of Modena, injuring eight people, four seriously, officials say. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 6:46 am

Wanawasala train derailment: Police reveals removed railway track parts sold for Rs. 3,000

Police have revealed that parts removed from the railway line where a train derailment occurred have been sold for Rs. 3,000, and the individual who purchased the items has also been arrested after his identity was traced, Western Province North Deputy Inspector General of Police Kalinga Jayasinghe said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 12:03 pm

Govt. gazettes bill to abolish Chief of Defence Staff position and repeal 2009 Act

A bill to repeal the Chief of Defence Staff Act No. 35 of 2009 has been published through an official gazette notification. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 1:49 pm

All document attestation services at Foreign Ministry Consular Division suspended

All document attestation services at the Consular Affairs Division of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs have been temporarily suspended until further notice due to an unexpected technical failure of the Electronic Document Attestation System (e-DAS). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 9:48 pm

Popular hotel in Batticaloa sealed for two weeks after health violations

A popular hotel in Batticaloa city has been sealed under an order issued by the Batticaloa Magistrate’s Court. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 1:35 pm

India, other oil importers to bilaterally negotiate transit corridors with Iran: Moody’s

India and other oil importing nations are likely to negotiate bilaterally to secure energy supplies, potentially through coordinated transit corridors, but a return to pre-war traffic volumes is unlikely in 2026, Moody’s Ratings has said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 2:51 pm

Rainfall decreases across major river basins – Irrigation Dpt.

The Department of Irrigation says a decrease in rainfall was observed yesterday (16) in areas surrounding the Kalu, Kelani, and Attanagalu Oya river basins. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 8:30 am

Railway union calls for urgent restoration of night patrols following Wanawasala train derailment

The Locomotive Operating Engineers’ Union has stated that the Railway Department’s night patrol services are currently not being properly carried out and has called for the immediate reinstatement of these services. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 2:39 pm

Sri Lanka backs Commonwealth cancer plan at Geneva health talks

The Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has attended the Commonwealth Health Coordination Forum held in Geneva, Switzerland, on the sidelines of the 79th World Health Assembly. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 3:59 pm

Stock markets fall in Middle East after US and Iran deal doubts

Stock markets in the Middle East closed lower on Sunday after both US President Donald Trump and Iran’s Foreign Minister threw doubt on a deal to end the tension in the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 8:45 pm

Duo arrested with leopard skin, firearms, and ammunition in Wanathawilluwa

Two individuals have been arrested by officers attached to the Department of Wildlife Conservation Wanathawilluwa sub-office for possessing a leopard skin, several firearms and ammunition inside a house located on a coconut estate. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 1:30 pm

Monaragala Disaster Relief Officer suspended over allegations of Ditwah compensation irregularities

A Disaster Relief Services Officer in the Monaragala District, who is accused of irregularities in connection with Ditwah compensation payments, has been suspended from duty. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 4:23 pm

Two brothers drown in abandoned quarry in Kekirawa

Two brothers drowned this afternoon (17) while swimming in an abandoned quarry in Samagigama, Kekirawa, police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 9:19 pm

Benjamin Netanyahu speaks with Donald Trump about Iran war

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with US President Donald Trump minutes ago about the war with Iran before convening a limited security discussion this evening, Netanyahu’s office confirms to The Times of Israel. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 10:20 pm

Over 5,200 affected by adverse weather conditions across Sri Lanka

More than 5,200 individuals have been affected by the prevailing adverse weather conditions across Sri Lanka, according to the Disaster Management Centre (DMC). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 7:12 am

Election Commission urges public to verify 2026 voter registration details before upcoming enrollment process

The Election Commission of Sri Lanka has issued a notice regarding registration for the 2026 electoral register. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 1:39 pm

IMF Executive Board to consider Sri Lanka’s combined reviews on May 27

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has scheduled May 27, 2026 for its Executive Board to decide on the Fifth and Sixth reviews of Sri Lanka’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 9:57 am

Two injured in collision involving NPP MP’s vehicle; Driver arrested

A cab carrying National People’s Power (NPP) Galle District Member of Parliament T.K. Jayasundara was involved in a collision with a three-wheeler in Dunghena, Galle, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 3:33 pm

Long-delayed police promotions to be expedited - Minister

The Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs, Ananda Wijepala, says that long-overdue promotions for police officers, which had not been granted for over five years, are now being expedited. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 9:29 am

54-year-old found dead under suspicious circumstances in Mt. Lavinia

Police have launched an investigation following a report received by the Mount Lavinia Police regarding a suspicious death inside a residence in the Badovita area of Mount Lavinia. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 10:47 am

PM to hold talks on concerns of uni students occupying Malwana residence

Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has turned her attention to a group of university students who have been forcibly occupying for several days a property located in Malwana and administered by the Dompe Divisional Secretariat. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 17, 2026 12:52 pm

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