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Sri Lanka President extends congratulations to Vijay on appointment as TN Chief Minister

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has extended its congratulations to C. Joseph Vijay following his swearing-in as Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu, highlighting the deep-rooted historical, cultural, and people-to-people ties between Sri Lanka and Tamil Nadu. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 10, 2026 10:52 am

Spill gates opened in 9 major reservoirs amid heavy rainfall

Due to the prevailing rainfall, nine major reservoirs and five medium-scale reservoirs operated by the Department of Irrigation are currently spilling, the department announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 10, 2026 9:30 am

Four schools in Deniyaya to remain closed for two days amid spreading illness

Four schools in the Deniyaya Education Zone that were temporarily closed due to a rapidly spreading flu outbreak among schoolchildren will remain closed for two more days. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 10, 2026 7:08 am

Corpse found floating near Colombo Port sparks police inquiry

An investigation has been launched by the Sri Lanka Police following reports of a body found in the sea off the coast near the Port of Colombo. MORE..

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

UK deploys warship to Middle East with eye on potential Hormuz mission

Britain said on Saturday it was deploying its warship HMS Dragon to the Middle East in preparation for a potential multinational effort to protect shipping in the Strait of Hormuz once conditions allow. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 10, 2026 6:55 am

Heavy falls above 100 mm expected in most places over the island

The low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka is likely to develop into a low-pressure area around May 11, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 10, 2026 6:47 am

Putin says he thinks Russia-Ukraine war is coming to an end

Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Saturday that he thought the Ukraine war was coming to an end, remarks that came just hours after he had vowed victory in Ukraine at Moscow’s most scaled-back Victory Day parade in years. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 10, 2026 8:35 am

Sri Lankan passenger arrested with over 4 kg of ‘hashish’ at BIA

A Sri Lankan passenger who had arrived in the country carrying a consignment of the narcotic ‘hashish’ has been arrested by officers of the Airport Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) earlier today (10). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 10, 2026 7:46 am

Vijay sworn in as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president C. Joseph Vijay was sworn in as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu on Sunday (May 10, 2026), putting an end to almost six decades of alternating rule by the State’s two dominant Dravidian parties — DMK and AIADMK. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 10, 2026 10:27 am

Kurunegala Deputy Mayor remanded

The Deputy Mayor of the Kurunegala Municipal Council, Ashardeen Moinudeen, who was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for allegedly soliciting a bribe of Rs. 3 million from a businessman in return for awarding a tender, has been remanded until May 21. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 2:17 pm

Defence Secretary holds bilateral discussions with Vietnam’s Deputy PM

Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Sampath Thuyacontha engaged in a high-level diplomatic discussion with General Phan Van Giang, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence of Vietnam, and his accompanying delegation in Colombo. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 6:23 pm

Post-mortem examination of Kapila Chandrasena scheduled for today

The post-mortem examination into the death of former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, is scheduled to be conducted today (09). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 8:43 am

Heavy rainfall above 100 mm expected in parts of the island

Due to the low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka, the prevailing showery condition over the island is expected to continue during the next few days, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 6:35 am

47-year-old killed with sharp weapon in Ambalangoda

A 47-year-old resident of Balapitiya was reportedly attacked to death using a sharp weapon following an escalation of a dispute within the Ambalangoda Police Division. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 11:23 am

Udaya Gammanpila arrives at Kuliyapitiya Police to provide statement

The leader of the Pivithuru Hela Urumaya and former Member of Parliament, Udaya Gammanpila, has reportedly arrived at the Kuliyapitiya Police Station this morning (09) to provide a statement in connection with the recent death of a Treasury official. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 11:13 am

EU supports development of Net-Zero roadmap for Sri Lanka’s textile and apparel sector

The inception workshop for the development of a Net‑Zero Roadmap for Sri Lanka’s textile and apparel sector was held on Friday at the Hilton Colombo Residences, marking the official launch of a nationally significant initiative under the European Union (EU)‑funded “Accelerating Industries’ Climate Response in Sri Lanka” (AICRSL) project. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 5:34 pm

PUCSL approves 18% electricity tariff increase for consumers exceeding 180 units

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has approved an 18% increase in electricity tariffs for domestic consumers using more than 180 units per month, applicable to the second and third quarters of 2026, with effect from Monday (May 11). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 12:57 pm

Spill gates opened at three major reservoirs amid adverse weather

The Department of Irrigation said spill gates of the Deduru Oya Reservoir, Lunugamvehera Reservoir and Rajanganaya Reservoir were opened from this morning (09) due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions affecting the island. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 9:44 am

US imposes sanctions on companies it accuses of aiding Iran’s weapons sector

The U.S. Treasury on Friday announced sanctions against 10 individuals and companies, including several in China and Hong Kong, over accusations they aided Iran’s efforts to secure weapons and the raw materials needed to build its Shahed drones and ballistic missiles. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 7:05 am

Weather advisory issued for heavy rainfall in several areas

An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for heavy rainfall in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Uva, North-Central, Northern provinces and in Galle, Matara, and Kurunegala districts. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 2:26 pm

Trump says Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a 3-day ceasefire and a prisoner swap

President Donald Trump said Friday that the leaders of Russia and Ukraine have agreed to his request for a three-day ceasefire and an exchange of prisoners, adding that such a halt to hostilities could be the “beginning of the end” of the long war between them. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 7:55 am

Advisory issued for severe lightning

An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern, Uva, North-Western, Northern, North-Central provinces and in Trincomalee district. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 1:36 pm

WHO reports six confirmed hantavirus cases tied to Spain-bound cruise

The World Health Organization said on Friday that eight people had fallen ill, including three who died, in a hantavirus outbreak linked to a cruise ship, with six confirmed cases and two probable cases. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 6:52 am

Low-pressure area likely to form near Sri Lanka on May 11

The Department of Meteorology says that the low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka is likely to develop into a low-pressure area around the 11th of May. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 6:32 pm

President directs officials to expedite projects addressing public drinking water issues

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed officials to promptly identify and commence the projects required to resolve the drinking water issues that have become a major concern for the public. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 8:20 am

26-year-old arrested with over 4kg heroin and ‘Ice’ in Madiwela

A 26-year-old man has been arrested with heroin and ‘Ice’ (crystal methamphetamine) during a raid carried out by the Western Province South Crime Division in the Madiwela area. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 10:08 am

18% electricity tariff hike on consumers exceeding 180 units is ‘extortion’ - Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa claims that the government’s decision to increase electricity tariffs is a way of placing the burden of importing substandard coal on the shoulders of electricity consumers in the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 6:49 pm

Water supply suspended in several areas including Kaduwela

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) says a sudden breakdown has occurred in the main water supply line carrying water from Ambathale to the Kaduwela area. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 8:47 pm

ACMC suspends party membership of Kurunegala Deputy Mayor arrested over bribe

The party membership of the Deputy Mayor of the Kurunegala Municipal Council, Ashardeen Moinudeen, who was arrested on bribery charges, has been suspended with immediate effect. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 9:46 am

Vijay appointed Tamil Nadu Chief Minister, to take oath tomorrow

Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Arlekar on Saturday appointed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) leader C Joseph Vijay as the new Chief Minister of the state and asked him to prove his majority in the state assembly before May 13. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 10:11 pm

No fertilizer shortage for Yala Season - Minister Lal Kantha

Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation, K. D. Lal Kantha, has confirmed that there will be no shortage of fertilizer for any crops during the ongoing Yala season. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 10:45 am

TikTok scales back AI-generated video descriptions after absurd errors

TikTok has rowed back on an AI feature which incorrectly summarised some videos on the platform, including claiming a celebrity was fruit. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 11:15 am

Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals surpass 900,000 so far this year

The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) reports that more than 900,000 tourists have visited Sri Lanka so far this year. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 9:58 am

CCD takes over probe into Kapila Chandrasena’s death

The investigation into the death of former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, has been handed over to the Colombo Crime Division (CCD). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 4:57 pm

Iran accuses US of ‘reckless military adventure’

Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has accused the US of opting for a “reckless military adventure” every time a “diplomatic solution is on the table”. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 6:43 am

Discussions held on establishing national mechanism to prevent drowning incidents

A preliminary high-level discussion on the formulation of an integrated national mechanism to prevent drowning incidents and strengthen lifesaving efforts was held recently at the Parliament Complex. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 11:00 am

European states to send planes to evacuate citizens from hantavirus-hit cruise ship

Germany, France, Belgium, Ireland, and the Netherlands will send planes to evacuate their citizens aboard the Tenerife-bound cruise ship hit by a deadly hantavirus outbreak, Spain’s interior minister said in Madrid on Saturday. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 9:41 pm

Fire breaks out at Jaffna Teaching Hospital

A sudden fire has reportedly broken out at the Jaffna Teaching Hospital during the early hours of today (09). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 8:23 am

US, Iran no closer to ending war as Tehran’s response awaited

A state of relative calm prevailed around the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, after days of sporadic flare-ups, as the United States waited for Iran’s response to its latest proposals to end more than two months of fighting and begin peace talks. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 8:04 pm

Sri Lanka must shape AI future through ethics, policy and inclusive governance – PM

Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya emphasised that Sri Lanka must shape the future of artificial intelligence through policy, ethics, and inclusive governance, rather than simply adapt to it. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 10:26 pm

Sri Lanka’s first national AI policy framework for higher education launched

The United States is strengthening its global leadership in artificial intelligence (AI) by partnering with Sri Lanka to help shape the country’s first national AI policy framework for higher education. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 12:24 pm

PUCSL to announce decision on special electricity tariff revision today

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) said the proposed special electricity tariff revision for the year 2026 is scheduled to be announced today (09). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 9, 2026 7:50 am

Hantavirus outbreak on cruise ship not start of pandemic, UN health agency says

An outbreak of hantavirus on board a cruise ship is not the start of a pandemic, the UN health agency has said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 6:54 am

US military says it intercepted Iranian attacks on 3 Navy ships in Strait of Hormuz

The US military said it intercepted Iranian attacks Thursday on three Navy ships in the Strait of Hormuz and “targeted Iranian military facilities responsible for attacking US forces,” highlighting the fragility of the month-old ceasefire between the two countries. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 8, 2026 7:18 am

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