Farmers affected by the prevailing dry weather conditions are to receive agricultural insurance compensation promptly, according to the Agricultural andContinue Reading
Former Media and Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella was arrested yesterday (18) by investigating officers of the Commission to Investigate AllegationsContinue Reading
Sri Lanka Police is expected to introduce a new uniform early next year, Minister of Public Security Ananda Wijepala said.Continue Reading
The requirement for drivers and passengers to wear seat belts when travelling on expressways is already in place, with theContinue Reading
Copies of three petitions filed before the Supreme Court challenging the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution Bill have been receivedContinue Reading
India’s Central Bureau of Investigation has charged the husband and mother-in-law of 33-year-old model and actor Twisha Sharma with abetmentContinue Reading
Vietjet has launched flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Colombo, with its inaugural service arriving at Bandaranaike International Airport.Continue Reading
A 19-year-old man has been arrested in Colombo over alleged illegal financial transactions conducted through the “Undiyal” system. The arrestContinue Reading
Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe has hit back at former President Ranil Wickremesinghe over his warning that Sri Lanka could faceContinue Reading
A 22-year-old was arrested with about 18.7 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine, commonly known as “Ice,” during a police raid inContinue Reading
A 46-year-old man has been arrested by the Terrorism Investigation Division (TID) for allegedly spreading unverified and false information claimingContinue Reading
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 19 AUGUST 2026 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 19 August 2026. Several spells of showers will occurContinue Reading
Sri Lanka’s Hemas Holdings PLC has made its first international acquisition, investing $16.2 million to acquire a 75% stake inContinue Reading
Sri Lanka is moving closer to testing electric “flying taxi” technology, with the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL)Continue Reading
The Sri Lanka Navy has commended 14 civilians who helped rescue 11 naval personnel after a Fast Attack Craft ranContinue Reading
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the government have signed loan agreements for a $200 million project to support reconstructionContinue Reading
The Sri Lanka Police has urged passengers using taxi services to take precautions to protect themselves from theft, robbery andContinue Reading
The Colombo Marathon 2026 has secured official certification from the Association of International Marathons and Distance Races (AIMS) and approvalContinue Reading