Who shot Kavantissa? Questions remain after iconic tusker’s death
2026-10-17
The death of Kavantissa, one of Sri Lanka’s most iconic wild tuskers, has raised fresh questions over who was responsibleContinue Reading
Showers across Sri Lanka after 1 p.m.; several areas warned of heavy rain
2026-10-17
Showers or thundershowers are expected across most parts of Sri Lanka after 1 p.m. on Saturday (October 17), according toContinue Reading
Expert team to investigate death of iconic tusker Kavantissa
2026-10-17
The Department of Wildlife Conservation will seek a court order on Saturday (October 17) to conduct a post-mortem examination intoContinue Reading
Rajinikanth’s Jailer 2 Makes A Thunderous Box-Office Entry
2026-10-17
Superstar Rajinikanth’s latest film, Jailer 2, has made a strong start at the box office, collecting more than Indian Rs.Continue Reading
White House press secretary Katie Zacharia fired after just five days
2026-10-17
White House press secretary Katie Zacharia has been removed from her position after just five days on the job, followingContinue Reading
Protesting monks remain at Viharamahadevi Park chanting pirith amid rains
2026-10-16
Members of the Maha Sangha and supporters demanding the release of Ven. Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thera continues to remain atContinue Reading
Sri Lanka Education Administrative officers complete training programme in New Delhi
2026-10-16
A delegation of 20 officers from the Sri Lanka Education Administrative Service, representing the Ministry of Education, Higher Education andContinue Reading
President to address NPP’s Badulla District Women’s Rally on Sunday
2026-10-16
The National People’s Power’s (NPP) Badulla District Women’s Rally will take place on Sunday, October 18, at 9:30 AM atContinue Reading
Rosamund Pike Calls for Landmine Clearance in Sri Lanka After Meeting Survivor
2026-10-16
Oscar-nominated British actress and Mines Advisory Group (MAG) Global Ambassador Rosamund Pike has highlighted the critical importance of humanitarian mineContinue Reading
Sri Lanka mourns loss of iconic tusker Kawanthissa
2026-10-16
Sri Lanka has lost one of its most iconic wild elephants, Kawanthissa, a majestic tusker whose towering presence andContinue Reading
Today’s News Digest – October 16
2026-10-16
Today’s News Digest: Your go-to summary of the key events and headlines that shaped the day. From major developments toContinue Reading
Ailing tusker Kavantissa has died, says Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa
2026-10-16
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa says the ailing tusker Kavantissa has died, despite efforts by wildlife authorities and veterinary teams toContinue Reading
Sri Lanka donates traditional Raksha Masks to FAO Museum in Rome to mark first anniversary
2026-10-16
Marking the first anniversary of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Museum at the FAO headquarters in Rome, the EmbassyContinue Reading
Umrah travel operators warned over possible flight disruptions in Saudi Arabia
2026-10-16
The Sri Lanka Hajj Mission under the Department of Muslim Religious and Cultural Affairs have issued an urgent warning instructingContinue Reading
Navy, Police seize 30 illegal e-cigarettes opposite Customs HQ in Colombo Fort
2026-10-16
A joint special search operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy and the Police on October 15, 2026, near theContinue Reading
Environment Ministry approves Thai Veterinary Team to treat critical Tusker Kavanthissa
2026-10-16
The Ministry of Environment has approved bringing a veterinary team from Thailand to Sri Lanka to treat Kavanthissa, a prominentContinue Reading
Gnanasara Thera: Govt will not bend the law for any individual, says Minister
2026-10-16
Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Nalinda Jayatissa says the government will not bend or amend the law to accommodate any individual,Continue Reading
Over 1.6 million driving licence cards and vehicle number plates pending issuance
2026-10-16
Sri Lanka is facing a major backlog in the issuance of driving licence cards and vehicle registration number plates, withContinue Reading