Are learner drivers allowed on expressways? Here’s what Police say
2026-08-06
Sri Lanka Police have reminded the public that vehicles displaying ‘L’ (Learner) plates or being driven by learner permit holdersContinue Reading
Third school term schedule announced for 2026
2026-08-06
The Ministry of Education has announced the completion dates for the first phase of the third school term and theContinue Reading
Traffic and parking plan announced for Colombo International Kite Festival
2026-08-06
Sri Lanka Police have announced extensive traffic and parking arrangements ahead of the Colombo International Kite Festival 2026, which willContinue Reading
CBSL rates: US Dollar selling rate steady at Rs. 340
2026-08-06
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated further against the US Dollar today (06), compared to Wednesday, with the USD sellingContinue Reading
Red alerts issued as Met Dept warns of strong winds in 12 districts
2026-08-06
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for Strong winds in the North-central, North-western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Southern provinces.Continue Reading
President stresses research must drive quality of life and economic growth
2026-08-06
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has underscored that new scientific research must deliver tangible benefits to citizens while strengthening Sri Lanka’sContinue Reading
Coral reef survey launched in Kayankerni and Pasikuda
2026-08-06
The Marine Unit of the Department of Wildlife Conservation has carried out a comprehensive coral reef survey within the KayankerniContinue Reading
Strong winds and rough seas : Advisory issued for Naval and fishing communities
2026-08-06
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for strong winds and rough seas in the sea areas extending fromContinue Reading
Politicians’ asset declarations to remain public after President’s intervention
2026-08-06
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed officials to revise the proposed amendments to Sri Lanka’s Anti-Corruption Act to ensure thatContinue Reading
Chilaw Plantations modernized with Rs.150m machinery boost
2026-08-06
The Chilaw Plantation Company has taken a major step toward modernization, officially distributing a fleet of new tractors and agriculturalContinue Reading
Sajith meets protesters over Israel job scheme, calls for fairness
2026-08-06
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today met with applicants for Israel jobs at a peaceful protest held at Polduwa Junction, voicingContinue Reading
15-member SLC XI squad named for three‑day clash with India
2026-08-06
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has named a 15-member SLC XI squad for the three-day warm-up match against India. The matchContinue Reading
Leopard rescued from snare in Kotagala, receiving treatment
2026-08-06
A leopard caught in a wire snare at Stoneycliff Estate, Kotagala has been rescued and is currently receiving treatment atContinue Reading
Dollar rate today : USD selling rate drops to Rs. 339
2026-08-06
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated further against the US Dollar across commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (06), comparedContinue Reading
Shakib Al Hasan’s house attacked in Bangladesh while playing LPL
2026-08-06
Former Bangladesh cricket captain and former Awami League MP Shakib Al Hasan’s house in Magura was attacked on Wednesday, justContinue Reading
India urges Sri Lanka to hold Provincial Council elections at the earliest
2026-08-06
India has called on Sri Lanka to hold long-delayed Provincial Council elections at the earliest, while also urging the fullContinue Reading
Why blocking websites alone won’t curb Sri Lanka’s online gambling market
2026-08-06
By Dr Sanjana Hattotuwa Sri Lanka has moved to shut the front door on the offshore betting industry, blocking twoContinue Reading
FIFA backs Infantino but apologises over World Cup investment plan
2026-08-06
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has received the “full support” of senior directors on Wednesday but world football’s governing body apologisedContinue Reading
