MCC changes boundary catch rule, ‘bunny hops’ illegal
2025-06-14
The MCC has changed the law to make catches like this ‘bunny hop’ one from Michael Neser illegal. In short:Continue Reading
Over 18,000 metric tons of Salt imported
2025-06-14
A total of 18,163 metric tons of salt has been imported into Sri Lanka between May 22 and June 7,Continue Reading
President AKD meets German Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation
2025-06-14
President Anura Kumara Disanayake, currently on an official visit to the Federal Republic of Germany, yesterday afternoon (13) with theContinue Reading
Wennappuva : Van stolen after murdering man
2025-06-14
A 64-year-old man serving as a caretaker of a house in Dakunu Ulhitiyawa, Wennappuwa, has been found murdered, with theContinue Reading
High risk heavy rain alert issued for 10 districts
2025-06-14
Due to the active southwest monsoon, the prevailing rainy conditions are expected to continue in the southwestern parts of theContinue Reading
Israel & Iran trade barrages of missile attacks : New updates
2025-06-14
Iranian missiles have targeted sites across Israel, injuring at least 40 people, in retaliation for ongoing Israeli attacks on Iran.Continue Reading
Iran strikes back, with blasts heard in Tel Aviv
2025-06-14
The Israeli military says it has identified incoming missiles launched from Iran toward Israel. Large explosions have been heard inContinue Reading
NPP secures Chairman post in Medawachchiya PS; SLPP gets Deputy
2025-06-13
The post of Chairman of the Medawachchiya Pradeshiya Sabha has been secured by the National People’s Power (NPP), while theContinue Reading
President AKD engages with German Tourism Sector Representatives
2025-06-13
President Anura Kumara Disanayake, who is currently on an official visit to the Federal Republic of Germany, met with representativesContinue Reading
Israel and Iran situation: Statement from Sri Lanka
2025-06-13
Media Release from Sri Lanka Government Sri Lanka urges Israel and Iran to engage in diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tenseContinue Reading
Middle East Tensions: Economist warns of Impact on Sri Lanka’s Economy
2025-06-13
Sri Lanka’s post-default economic recovery could face a severe setback due to the sharp escalation in geopolitical tensions in theContinue Reading
Air India Tragedy: Survivor recounts horror in First Interview
2025-06-13
Recounting the harrowing moments from his hospital bed at Ahmedabad Civil, Ramesh said he felt the aircraft wasn’t gaining altitudeContinue Reading
Health Minister opens Hospital Ward built with Devalaya Donations
2025-06-13
A new ward complex at the Kataragama District Hospital, constructed at a cost of Rs. 33 million using donations fromContinue Reading
Global oil prices soar after Israel attacks Iran
2025-06-13
Global oil prices surged on Friday following reports that Israel had launched strikes on Iran, marking a significant escalation inContinue Reading
High risk winds : Alert issued for 15 districts
2025-06-13
Strong winds of about (50-60) kmph can be expected at times over Northern, North-central, North-western, Central, Sabaragamuwa and Southern provincesContinue Reading
Inland Revenue reopens Tourist VAT Refund Scheme registration for retailers
2025-06-13
The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has reopened registration for authorized retailers under the Tourist VAT Refund Scheme (TVRS), enabling eligibleContinue Reading
Israel launches major strike on Iran
2025-06-13
Israeli military says it launched a wave of strikes against Iranian military and nuclear sites in a major escalation againstContinue Reading
Former Army Commander General Hamilton Wanasinghe Passes Away
2025-06-13
General Hamilton Wanasinghe VSV, NDC, USP, a former Commander of the Sri Lanka Army, has passed away, his family announcedContinue Reading