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Trump says he will soon decide on Iran deal, demands reopening of Hormuz Strait

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday he would soon decide on a proposed deal to extend the ceasefire with Iran, though the two countries still appeared to differ on significant issues that have been central to the conflict. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 30, 2026 8:15 am

MP Dilith Jayaweera urges reflection on Dhamma amid challenges to the Buddha Sasana in Vesak Message

Leader of the ‘Sarvajana Balaya’ and Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera, in his Vesak Day message, highlighted the spiritual significance of the Vesak Full Moon Poya Day and urged Buddhists to reflect on the teachings of the Buddha. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 30, 2026 8:53 am

President calls for peace, reconciliation and compassion in Vesak message

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his Vesak message, emphasized the enduring relevance of Buddhist teachings in fostering peace, coexistence, and reconciliation in contemporary society, urging people to embrace the values of non-violence, compassion, and loving-kindness in their lives. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 30, 2026 7:44 am

Suspect arrested for aiding and abetting Galle shooting; ‘Ice’ seized during arrest

A suspect has been arrested in connection with the ongoing investigation into the shooting and killing of an individual on May 12 in the Dangedara area within the Galle Police Division. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 30, 2026 11:16 am

“Deranabhivandana” Vesak Poya programme broadcast live from Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya

The “Deranabhivandana” live Vesak Poya programme, commemorating the three pivotal milestones in the life of Gautama Buddha, is being broadcast throughout the day today (30) from the Kelaniya Raja Maha Viharaya. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 30, 2026 9:13 am

PM urges society to embrace compassion, kindness and wisdom in Vesak message

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, in her Vesak Day message, called on the public to use the sacred Vesak season as an opportunity to illuminate their hearts with compassion, kindness, and wisdom, while dispelling the roots of greed, hatred, and delusion. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 30, 2026 7:51 am

Showers expected in several provinces after 1pm today

Showers will occur at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-Western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 30, 2026 6:48 am

Police warn public over fake messages circulating on traffic fine payments

Sri Lanka Police state that complaints have recently been received regarding social media messages falsely circulating as official communications from the Police Department concerning the payment of traffic violation fines. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 30, 2026 11:47 am

New Chief of Staff of Sri Lanka Army appointed

Major General Nilantha Premaratne of the Sri Lanka Artillery has been appointed as the 69th Chief of Staff of the Sri Lanka Army. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 30, 2026 7:56 am

Rooftop solar owners requested to temporarily switch off systems

The National System Operator (Private) Limited states that, in order to ensure the reliability and stable operation of the national grid during the Vesak festival period, rooftop solar panel owners are kindly requested to voluntarily switch off their solar power systems until 3:00 p.m. today. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 30, 2026 11:44 am

Sri Lanka’s largest Dansala, “Derana’s 24-hour Vesak Dansala,” to begin at Independence Square today

Sri Lanka’s largest dansala, organized by the Derana Media Network and operating continuously for 24 hours, will be held today (30) at the Independence Square premises in Colombo. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 30, 2026 11:28 am

First of five men found alive in flooded Laos cave rescued

The first of five men found alive after spending more than a week trapped inside a flooded cave in Laos has been freed. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 30, 2026 8:29 am

Opposition Leader Sajith highlights equality and human values in Vesak Message

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has extended Vesak Day greetings to the people of Sri Lanka and the world, highlighting Buddhist teachings on equality, self-reliance, and the value of human life. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 30, 2026 8:58 am

Eight students arrested in Kenya after suspected deadly school arson attack

Eight students alleged to have been involved in a suspected arson attack at a Kenyan girls’ school that killed 16 pupils have been arrested, police say. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 4:45 pm

Former Minister Basil Rajapaksa named as suspect in another case

The Fort Magistrate’s Court has ordered the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to arrest former Minister Basil Rajapaksa and several others and to produce them before the court in connection with a case filed over the misuse of state funds. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 2:46 pm

US Dollar selling rate surpasses Rs. 334

The selling rate of the US dollar has exceeded the Rs. 334 mark, according to the latest daily exchange rates issued by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 12:25 pm

WHO identifies Ebola treatments, vaccines be tested in trials amid outbreak

The World Health Organization recommended prioritizing three experimental treatments for the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, including Mapp Biopharmaceutical’s MBP134, Regeneron’s maftivimab and Gilead Sciences’ antiviral remdesivir. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 9:50 am

National Environment Week to commence tomorrow ahead of World Environment Day

The National Celebration of World Environment Day, themed “Let it Sprout” (Dalu Lanna Ida Denna), is scheduled to be held on June 5, 2026, under the patronage of the President, Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 3:57 pm

Ceylon Chamber welcomes IMF review approval, urges continued reform momentum amid external pressures

The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has issued a statement welcoming and commending the Government of Sri Lanka on the successful completion and approval of the 5th and 6th reviews under the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 11:46 am

Case against Namal Rajapaksa over ‘Krrish’ deal fixed for trial

The Colombo High Court has ordered that the case filed by the Attorney General against Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa regarding the controversial “Krrish” project deal be taken up for hearing on July 07. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 2:19 pm

Rambukkana–Galagedara section of Central Expressway construction to begin today under President’s patronage

The construction work on the section from Rambukkana to Galagedara, under Stage II of Phase III of the Central Expressway project, is scheduled to commence today (29) under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 10:06 am

Iran intercepts American ‘aircraft’, state media say

Iran has intercepted a US drone around Bushehr, the semi-official Tasnim news agency reports, citing a military source. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 5:42 am

Sajith warns against turning Sri Lanka into a ‘geopolitical playground’

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has warned that several parties are attempting to turn Sri Lanka into a geopolitical playground by exploiting the country’s current situation. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 2:33 pm

Global temperatures likely to remain at record levels in 2026-2030, UN says

Global average temperatures are likely to continue at or near record levels this year and for the next four years afterwards, the United Nations warned Thursday. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 1:42 pm

Sri Lanka inaugurates new High Commission in New Zealand

The new High Commission of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka in Wellington, New Zealand, has been officially inaugurated. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 12:19 pm

Suspect in Taylor Swift Vienna concert attack plot convicted and sentenced to 15 years

An Austrian court on Thursday convicted a man of planning to attack a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna nearly two years ago. He was sentenced to 15 years in prison. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 9:42 am

Police launch special island-wide security and traffic plan for Vesak Week

During the Vesak season, a special island-wide security programme is being implemented, according to Police Media Spokesperson, Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) F.U. Wootler. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 9:05 am

Humanoid robots ‘the future’ of car making, says BMW

For the first time, BMW will use humanoid robots for car manufacturing in Europe. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 10:00 am

Magnitude 5 earthquake hits China’s Xinjiang

A magnitude 5 earthquake hit near Turpan City, in ⁠the east of China’s Xinjiang region at 2.55pm local time (06:55 GMT), the ⁠China Earthquake Networks Center reported on ⁠Friday. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 1:38 pm

Special train services in place for Vesak Festival

The Department of Railways says that several special train services will be operated from tomorrow (30) in view of the Vesak festival. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 3:22 pm

Circular issued to ensure timely implementation of annual transfers for combined services officers

The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has issued a circular directing all government institutions to strictly implement the annual transfer decisions of officers in the Combined Services without delay,... MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 1:51 pm

Kapila Perera steps down as Transport Ministry Secretary: sources

The Secretary to the Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development, Prof. Kapila Perera, has tendered his resignation, according to sources. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 8:40 am

Fresh iPhone 18 Pro leaks reveal stunning ‘dark cherry’ and ‘sky blue’ colours before launch

Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro lineup may bring fresh colours and subtle design refinements, according to leaks surfacing ahead of the expected September launch. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 10:41 am

Sri Pada pilgrimage season to conclude tomorrow

The Chief Custodian of the Sri Pada Rajamaha Viharaya, Venerable Bengamuwe Dhammadinna Thero, states that this year’s Sri Pada pilgrimage season will conclude on the Vesak Full Moon Poya Day (May 30). MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 1:21 pm

Blue Origin rocket explodes during test, setback for bid to catch Musk’s SpaceX

An uncrewed Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded on the launchpad during a test on Thursday, in a major setback for Jeff Bezos’ space venture as it seeks to narrow the gap with Elon Musk’s IPO-bound SpaceX. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 11:12 am

26 injured in bus accident in Siyambalanduwa

A Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) bus veered off the road and overturned this afternoon (29) in the 31st Junction area along the Siyambalanduwa-Monaragala main road. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 4:34 pm

Colombo’s inflation rises marginally to 5.5% in May

The overall inflation rate, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on a year-on-year basis, increased marginally to 5.5% in May 2026 from 5.4% in April 2026, according to the Department of Census and Statistics. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 3:20 pm

US and Iran ‘very close’ to deal but ‘not there yet’, Vance says

The US and Iran still need to work out several sticking points before an agreement on the war can be reached, Vice-President JD Vance has said. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 5:34 am

Minor flood warning issued for Kalu Ganga and Maguru Ganga basins

According to the Department of Irrigation, there is a possibility of minor flooding in low-lying areas of the Kuda Ganga and Maguru Ganga basins within the next 48 hours. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 11:43 am

Decision on summoning counsel in Kapila Chandrasena inquest to be announced on June 2

The Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court ruled today (29) that the decision on whether or not to summon President’s Counsel Rienzie Arsecularatne and Attorney-at-Law Udara Muhandiramge to give evidence...MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 11:54 am

Construction of Rambukkana–Galagedara section of Central Expressway commences

Construction work on the second phase of Section 3 of the Central Expressway from Rambukkana to Galagedara commenced today (29) under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 6:13 pm

Guidelines issued to school authorities to prevent spread of meningitis

The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education has issued guidelines to all Provincial Directors of Education, based on instructions from the Ministry of Health and Mass Media, on preventive measures related to the spread of Enterovirus Meningitis reported in several districts across the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | May 29, 2026 4:46 pm

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