Spill gates open at 18 reservoirs after heavy rainfall
12 major reservoirs and 6 medium‑scale reservoirs under its management are currently releasing water due to the prevailing heavy rainfall, the Irrigation Department said. Among the major reservoirs discharging water are Rajanganaya in Anuradhapura, Sorabora Wewa in Badulla, Wemedilla, Devahuwa…
Australia and India intensify defence partnership with major push on maritime security
Australia and India have reaffirmed their growing strategic and defence partnership during the 10th Defence Policy Talks in New Delhi, with both countries pledging deeper military cooperation, expanded maritime collaboration and stronger defence industry engagement. The talks, held on 8…
Colombo Crimes Division probes suspicious death of Ex‑SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena
Investigations into the suspicious death of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena have been handed over to the Colombo Crimes Division, it was reported. According to the Divaina newspaper, a five‑member panel of specialist doctors led by Colombo…
Health Ministry suspends Trincomalee Doctor over infant deaths
The Ministry of Health has suspended a senior medical officer at the Trincomalee District General Hospital following revelations of negligence linked to the deaths of infants during childbirth. According to the Independent Television network (ITN), the suspension was ordered last…
Sri Lanka preparing to establish 6G Research Centre by Q3 2026
Sri Lanka is preparing to launch a dedicated research centre for 6G and next‑generation wireless technologies by the third quarter of 2026, in collaboration with international partners and the private sector, it was reported. According to The Sunday Morning, Deputy…
Weather : Three updates for Monday
Low-level atmospheric disturbance: The low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka is likely to develop into a low-pressure area today (11). According to the Department of Meteorology, therefore, the prevailing showery conditions over Sri Lanka are expected to…
PM Modi urges Indians to conserve fuel, foreign exchange amid global crisis
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens to reduce fuel consumption and cut non-essential spending amid the ongoing global energy crisis linked to tensions in West Asia. Speaking at a public event in Hyderabad, Modi called on people to…
I don’t like it : Donald Trump rejects Iran’s proposal
US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s response to a US-backed proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, describing Tehran’s reply as “totally unacceptable.” According to international media reports, Iran had submitted its response through Pakistan,…
IPL 2026 Points Table | Latest Standings
Five-time champions Mumbai Indians and Lucknow Super Giants have officially been knocked out of the playoff race in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL). Mumbai Indians were eliminated after suffering a last-ball two-wicket defeat to Royal Challengers Bengaluru on Sunday,…
Police bring back underworld figure ‘Batuwatte Chamara’ from Azerbaijan
Police confirmed that organized crime suspect Manoj Suranga, alias ‘Batuwatte Chamara’, who was arrested in Azerbaijan, was brought back to Sri Lanka last night. He was reportedly escorted to the island via India by a Sri Lankan police team that…