Rankings : Rumesh Tharanga rises to World No. 7 in javelin
Sri Lanka’s leading javelin thrower Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage has climbed to 7th in the world rankings, marking a major milestone in his rapidly rising career. The latest ranking follows a string of impressive performances, including a standout showing last month…
First group of Sri Lankan Hajj pilgrims departs for Saudi Arabia
The first group of Hajj pilgrims from Sri Lanka departed for Saudi Arabia today, marking the start of the 2026 pilgrimage season. The pilgrims left from Bandaranaike International Airport, where a special send-off ceremony was held. Khalid bin Hamoud Alkahtani,…
Finance Ministry official’s death ruled suicide by expert panel
The death of a Finance Ministry Assistant Director, initially reported under suspicious circumstances, has been ruled a suicide following a post-mortem examination. A panel of four judicial medical experts confirmed that the death was caused by self-inflicted injuries. The deceased,…
Cause of death of interdicted Finance Ministry official revealed
The death of the Assistant Director of the Ministry of Finance’s Department of External Resources, who had been interdicted over the alleged misappropriation of USD 2.5 million Treasury funds, has been ruled a suicide. Sri Lanka Police said a panel…
President AKD hints at small fuel price hike in Sri Lanka
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has indicated that fuel prices in Sri Lanka could see a slight increase in the near future due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East. Speaking on the matter, he said the government has already…
CID officer overseas for Easter attacks probe – President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says a CID officer is currently overseas as part of ongoing investigations into the Easter Sunday attacks. Speaking on the matter, the President also pledged a major crackdown on corruption in 2026, stating that it will…
Navy seizes over 2,000 kg of smuggled Kendu leaves off Chilaw
The Sri Lanka Navy seized more than 2,000 kg of smuggled Kendu leaves during a search operation off Chilaw on April 28, 2026, and intercepted an Indian dhow and three local dinghies allegedly involved in the smuggling attempt. The Navy…
Sajith Premadasa challenges govt to hold Provincial Council elections
Sri Lanka’s Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has challenged the government to hold Provincial Council elections, stating that the people must be given an opportunity to express their mandate. Speaking at a May Day rally held at the P.D. Sirisena Grounds…
The golden mark in the history of school cricket 20th Battle of the Golds
The Battle of the Golds – Annual Cricket Encounter played between D. S. Senanayake College and Mahanama College remains as an outstanding pillar in Sri Lankan school cricket history. First held in 2006, this year marks its 20th Edition. Since…
Sri Lanka welcomed to International Big Cat Alliance
Sri Lanka has been formally welcomed as the newest member of the India-led International Big Cat Alliance, according to a message posted by the alliance on X. “The International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) warmly welcomes Sri Lanka as its newest…