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Litro gas prices to remain unchanged for May

The Litro Gas Company has decided not to make any revisions to domestic Litro LP gas prices for the month of May, the Chairman of Litro Gas Lanka Limited, Channa Gunawardana said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 4:05 pm

Donald Trump says operation to reopen Strait of Hormuz will be ‘paused’

US President Donald Trump said on Tuesday (May 5) that the US operation to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, dubbed “Project Freedom”, will be paused for a short period to see whether an agreement with Iran can be finalised and signed, although a blockade on Iranian ports will remain in force. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 5:24 am

Tamil Nadu Election: Vijay likely to form government tomorrow

Actor-turned-politician Vijay, who made a memorable debut in politics by breaking the (Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam) DMK and All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam’s (AIADMK) traditional duopoly in the Tamil Nadu state, is likely to form a government as early as May 7, sources said. MORE..

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

Brent oil drops below $100 on US-Iran deal hopes

Oil prices dived on Wednesday, with international benchmark Brent sliding under $100 a barrel, on fresh hopes for an end to the Middle East war. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 4:39 pm

Samsung Electronics market value tops US$1 trillion on chip boom

The market value of South Korea’s Samsung Electronics smashed past US$1 trillion for the first time on Wednesday (May 6) as the firm rides an artificial intelligence chip boom that has sent Seoul’s Kospi stock index to record highs. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 8:46 am

Vietnam President’s state visit set to propel ties with Sri Lanka into new phase, says Deputy FM

An upcoming state visit to Sri Lanka by Việt Nam President Tô Lâm is expected to serve as a pivotal political milestone, opening a new chapter in bilateral relations marked by enhanced political trust and more substantive, wide-ranging cooperation, Deputy Minister Nguyễn Mạnh Cường has said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 6:59 am

Matthew Perry’s Friends keepsakes and artwork go up for auction

Friends memorabilia, artwork and other valuables from the estate of Matthew Perry are being put up for sale at an auction to benefit the charitable foundation established in the actor’s name soon after his 2023 death. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 8:11 am

Individual posing as doctor nabbed in Polonnaruwa following criminal probe

An individual allegedly posing as a doctor and linked to several criminal offences has been arrested by the Polonnaruwa Divisional Crime Investigation Division, police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 12:09 pm

Renowned Indian film producer RB Choudary dies in car crash

Veteran film producer RB Choudary died on Tuesday (May 5) following a car crash in Rajasthan, India. According to The Times of India, Choudary was travelling with his nephew at the time of the accident, after attending a relative’s wedding. MORE..

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

Supreme Court upholds death sentences on four accused in Vidya murder

The Supreme Court today (06) confirmed the death sentences imposed by the High Court Trial-at-Bar on four accused, including ‘Swiss Kumar’, in the abduction, gang rape and murder of 18-year-old schoolgirl Sivaloganathan Vidya in the Jaffna District in 2015. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 2:40 pm

Special commodity levy on maize increased to Rs. 50 per kg

The special commodity levy imposed on imported maize has been increased to Rs. 50 per kilogram. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 11:34 am

Sri Lanka, Pakistan hold talks to strengthen defence cooperation, training and regional security

The High Commissioner of Pakistan to Sri Lanka, Major General Nayyar Naseer, HI (M), (Retd), has paid a courtesy call on Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), at the Ministry of Defence. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 11:02 am

Apple settles lawsuit over late Siri AI features for $250 million

Apple on Tuesday settled for $250 million a shareholder lawsuit brought after the company delayed artificial-intelligence upgrades to its Siri voice assistant. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 12:44 pm

Gold prices in Sri Lanka climb following global market increase

The price of gold in the local market has increased significantly, following a spike in prices in the international market. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 12:34 pm

Oil prices fall a second day as Trump indicates possible Iran peace deal

Oil prices fell for a second day on Wednesday on expectations bottled up supply from the key Middle East producing region could resume flowing after U.S. President Donald Trump indicated a possible peace deal may be reached to end the war with Iran. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 6:31 am

University admissions for 2025/2026 academic year to begin in Sept.: PM Harini

The admission process for students to government universities for the 2025/2026 academic year is scheduled to commence in the first week of September 2026, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 10:29 am

Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces

A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Sabaragamuwa, Northern, North-Central, North-Western, Eastern provinces and Colombo, Gampaha, Hambantota and Monaragala districts. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 3:47 pm

China calls for Strait to be reopened ‘as soon as possible’ in Iran talks

Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi has called for the Strait of Hormuz to be reopened “as soon as possible” in talks with his Iranian counterpart. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 4:30 pm

French vessel attacked in Strait of Hormuz, several crew members wounded

A French shipping firm says crew members aboard one of its cargo ships were injured and the vessel was damaged when it was targeted in the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 1:06 pm

Corruption case against former Minister Kumara Jayakody to be heard on June 17

The Colombo High Court has fixed June 17 to hear the corruption case filed against former Minister Kumara Jayakody by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 11:52 am

Maldivian President confident of permanent solution to Sri Lanka visa issues

One of the key focuses of the state visit to Sri Lanka is to resolve the visa issues faced by Maldivians residing in Sri Lanka, President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu has stated, adding that he is confident a permanent solution will be found soon. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 9:06 am

Close associate of fugitive underworld figure arrested with ammunition in Katunayake

A close associate of an organized criminal believed to be hiding overseas has been arrested in possession of 54 T-56 firearm bullets and a magazine, police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 5:48 am

Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces

An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva, North-Western and North-Central provinces and in the Ampara Mannar and Vavuniya districts. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 12:49 pm

University admission applications for 2025/2026 open until May 19: UGC

Applications for university admission for the 2025/2026 academic year, based on the 2025 General Certificate of Education Advanced Level examination, will be accepted until May 19, the University Grants Commission (UGC) has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 5:18 am

US, Iran nearing one-page war-ending agreement, response expected within 48 hours

The United States and Iran are closing in on a one-page memo to end their war, a Pakistani source involved in the peace efforts told Reuters on Wednesday, confirming an Axios report citing two US officials. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 4:53 pm

Australia says 13 citizens linked to alleged IS members returning from Syria

A group of 13 Australians related to alleged Islamic State jihadists is returning home from Syria, Australian authorities said Wednesday (May 6), warning some will face arrest. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 10:08 am

66-year-old killed in freak accident involving grinder in Katugastota

A man has died after suffering a fatal neck injury from a grinder while carrying out construction work on a security fence in Mawilmada, Katugastota, police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 7:27 am

Maldivian President Muizzu concludes state visit to Sri Lanka

The President of the Maldives, Mohamed Muizzu has departed the island after successfully concluding his three-day state visit. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 8:29 am

Iranian foreign minister arrives in Beijing to discuss “regional and international developments”

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Beijing early Wednesday for talks with his Chinese counterpart. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 8:01 am

Opposition seeks debate on Executive encroachment on Judiciary

A motion requesting a debate condemning the encroachments made by the Executive on the Judiciary, was submitted to the Speaker of Parliament Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne today (06) by a group of opposition parliamentarians. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 2:56 pm

Public consultation on proposed electricity tariff revision begins today

The public consultation on the proposed electricity tariff revision for 2026 will commence in Colombo today (06), the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 5:03 am

Showers above 100mm expected across Sri Lanka as ITCZ influence strengthens: Met. Dept.

Due to the influence of the Intertropical Convergence Zone, and the development of a low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of the island, an increase in rainfall is expected across the island from today (06) and over the next few days, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 6:05 am

Congress extends support to Vijay to form govt in Tamil Nadu

The Indian National Congress (INC) on Wednesday formally extended support to actor-politician Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) to form the next government in Tamil Nadu, while making it clear that the backing hinges on keeping “communal forces” out of the alliance. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 6, 2026 1:54 pm

Police constable arrested for accepting Rs. 200,000 bribe to release drug suspect

A police constable attached to the Peliyagoda Police Headquarters has been arrested by officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) over allegations of soliciting and accepting a bribe of Rs. 200,000. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 11:19 am

Russian Health Minister concludes visit to Sri Lanka

The Minister of Health of Russia, Mikhail Murashko and his delegation have concluded a three-day official visit to Sri Lanka. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 1:48 pm

Court allows CCD to record statement from ‘Dematagoda Chaminda’ over ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (05) has granted permission to the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) to record a statement from the notorious underworld figure, Chaminda Ravi Jayanath, also known as ‘‘Dematagoda Chaminda..." MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 1:10 pm

Opposition urges Govt. to halt remarks targeting judiciary

A group of opposition Members of Parliament have called on the government to immediately cease statements aimed at the judiciary, warning that such remarks threaten judicial independence. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 2:45 pm

Joint opposition to hold public rally against govt in Matara on May 10

The next rally in a series of public rallies organised by the Joint Opposition against the incumbent government is scheduled to be held on May 10 in Matara. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 10:19 am

Evacuations planned as suspected hantavirus outbreak traps 150 on cruise ship off Cape Verde

Medics were working on Monday (May 4) to evacuate two people with symptoms of the deadly hantavirus after a suspected outbreak on a luxury cruise ship held off West Africa carrying mostly British, American and Spanish passengers, officials said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 10:22 am

Cannabis cultivation raided in Hambegamuwa; one arrested

Officers attached to the Hambegamuwa Police Station in Thanamalwila raided a cannabis cultivation in the Karapinchalanda area of Hambegamuwa and arrested a suspect in connection with the operation. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 11:48 am

Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena granted bail

Former SriLankan Airlines’ Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kapila Chandrasena, who was arrested in connection with an incident involving the alleged acceptance of bribes during the purchase of Airbus aircraft for the airline, has been granted bail by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 12:01 pm

First phase of VRS compensation for ex-CEB employees by May 15 – Minister

Minister of Ports, Civil Aviation and Energy Anura Karunathilaka said compensation for Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) employees who applied for retirement under the Voluntary Retirement Scheme (VRS) following the dissolution of the CEB is expected to be paid in two phases. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 12:12 pm

Cabinet nod given to ink several MoUs with Vietnam

The President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, Tô Lâm is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka on May 7, following an invitation extended by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 2:33 pm

Advisory issued for severe lightning

An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Eastern, Uva, North-Central provinces and in Vavuniya, Mullaitivu districts. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 1:18 pm

Sri Lanka and Maldives will continue to remain close friends: President

A special state banquet hosted by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in honour of Maldivian President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu, who is on a state visit to Sri Lanka, was held at the President’s House in Colombo Fort. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 3:10 pm

Iran’s top negotiator warns Tehran ‘not even started’ in Hormuz standoff

Iran’s chief negotiator in talks with the United States warned on Tuesday (May 5) that his country has “not even started” in its standoff over the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 2:13 pm

M.K. Stalin resigns as Tamil Nadu Chief Minister

DMK president M.K. Stalin has resigned as the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu. A communication in this regard was sent to Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar on Monday (May 4, 2026) night. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 1:25 pm

Namal congratulates Vijay, calls for a more positive relationship with Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser and Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa, extended his congratulations to Indian actor-turned-politician Joseph Vijay Chandrasekhar on what he described as a “resounding victory” in the Tamil Nadu Assembly polls. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 11:57 am

12-member parliamentary select committee appointed to review election laws

A 12-member Parliamentary Select Committee has been appointed to review and report on election laws, excluding provisions relating to Provincial Council elections. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 11:51 am

Sri Lanka, Thailand move to strengthen defence cooperation

The Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Sri Lanka to Thailand, Wijayanthi Edirisinghe, together with the Defence Attaché, Air Commodore Vajira Jayakody, met with Air Chief Marshal Sakesan Kantha, the Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Thai Air Force, at the Royal Thai Air Force Headquarters...MORE..

(0)Comments | May 5, 2026 1:38 pm

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