Joint statement on Gaza from AFP, AP, BBC and Reuters
2025-07-24
A coalition of four major media organizations—AFP, AP, BBC and Reuters—issued a joint appeal today calling on Israeli authorities toContinue Reading
President warns of school dropouts : Reveals damning figures
2025-07-24
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake addressed Parliament today during the adjournment debate on proposed education reforms, urging lawmakers to overhaul theContinue Reading
Bus conductor returns watch to grateful Spanish tourists
2025-07-24
A Sri Lankan bus conductor’s act of honesty has left a lasting impression on a Spanish tourist couple after heContinue Reading
Russian passenger plane crashes with 48 on board (Video)
2025-07-24
A passenger plane AN-24 crashed in Russia with 48 people on board. All were killed. The AN-24 crashed 15 kilometersContinue Reading
Today’s CBSL official exchange rates
2025-07-24
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated against the US Dollar today (24 July), compared to Wednesday. According to the CentralContinue Reading
Landmark X-Press Pearl Verdict: 7 Key Court Rulings
2025-07-24
Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court has delivered a landmark verdict in the MV X-Press Pearl marine disaster case, holding both governmentContinue Reading
Dollar rate in Sri Lanka today
2025-07-24
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated against the US Dollar at commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (24 July), comparedContinue Reading
Illegal vehicle case : Former Minister’s son-in-law appears in court
2025-07-24
The son-in-law of former Minister Rohitha Abeygunawardena appeared before the Matugama Magistrate’s Court in connection with a case involving aContinue Reading
Sri Lankan Supreme Court orders $1 Billion payout in X‑Press Pearl case
2025-07-24
Sri Lanka’s Supreme Court has ruled today that the owners of the X‑Press Pearl cargo ship must compensate the countryContinue Reading
Emirates announces 17,000+ Jobs Globally
2025-07-24
Emirates Group is to recruit 17,300 people this year across 350 roles. The hiring drive will support growing operations atContinue Reading
WATCH : President’s special address to Parliament on Educational Reforms
2025-07-24
President delivers a key statement outlining the government’s proposed education reforms — highlighting future plans, policy shifts, and national prioritiesContinue Reading
SC defers sentencing in contempt case against Immigration Chief
2025-07-24
The Supreme Court has deferred its decision on the contempt of court case against Controller General of Immigration and Emigration,Continue Reading
Weather : Strong winds across several provinces & districts
2025-07-24
The Department of Meteorology has issued an amber-level weather alert for strong winds affecting multiple regions of Sri Lanka dueContinue Reading
SJB wins Chairmanship of controversial Weligama PS
2025-07-24
The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has confirmed its control of the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha and secured the chairmanship, following aContinue Reading
Sri Lanka drops two spots in Global Safety Rankings
2025-07-24
Sri Lanka has dropped two places in the latest global safety rankings, according to the Safety Index by Country 2025Continue Reading
Gun Misfire Foils Assassination Attempt on Health Official in Dehiwala
2025-07-24
An unidentified individual on a motorcycle attempted to open fire at a health administrative official near the S. de S.Continue Reading
Robberies : Two suspects arrested in separate raids
2025-07-24
The Maharagama Police and Western Province Northern Crimes Division have arrested two suspects wanted in connection with a series ofContinue Reading
Weather today: Showers will occur at times
2025-07-24
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 24 JULY 2025 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 24 July 2025 Showers will occur at times inContinue Reading