Insulting remarks on Islam: Indictments filed against Gnanasara Thera
The Colombo High Court today filed indictments against the General Secretary of the Bodu Bala Sena Organization, Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thera, in connection with an incident involving the release of a statement deemed insulting to Islam. The indictments were formally presented…
“Change your law”: Indian SC to Govt over teen pregnancy termination
The Supreme Court of India on Thursday slammed the government for its curative plea against an earlier order to terminate the 31-week pregnancy of a 15-year-old child who had been raped. In a potential watershed moment for women’s battle to…
EU mobilises €2.6 million to strengthen civil society in Sri Lanka
The European Union has launched a €2.6 million initiative titled “Together We Rise” to strengthen civil society and promote human rights, inclusion, and accountable governance in Sri Lanka. Implemented by World Vision and SAFE Foundation, the three‑year programme will support…
Sri Lanka improves to 134th in 2026 World Press Freedom Index
Sri Lanka has climbed five places in the 2026 World Press Freedom Index, ranking 134th out of 180 countries with a global score of 40.77. The latest report by Reporters Without Borders (RSF) marks an improvement from 2025, when the…
Hilton Yala Marks World Wildlife Day 2026 with Educational Wildlife Workshop for University Students
In commemoration of World Wildlife Day 2026, Hilton Yala Resort reinforced its commitment to conservation, education, and responsible tourism by hosting a three-day wildlife workshop for 40 Faculty of Science university students, led by the resort’s expert Rangers’ Team. Designed…
Israel’s ambassador to Sri Lanka meets Foreign Minister
Israel’s Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Reuven Azar and Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath, engaged in a discussion today (30). According to the Embassy of Israel in Sri Lanka, the meeting focused on enhancing cooperation and reaffirming the…
Regional Journalists’ Workshop Held in Kalutara Under the Patronage of Minister Nalinda Jayatissa
The regional journalists’ workshop, organized jointly by the Sri Lanka Press Council and the Kalutara District Secretariat Media Unit, was held yesterday (29th) at the District Secretariat Auditorium. The event was presided over by the Minister of Health and…
Maldives President to undertake state visit to Sri Lanka from May 3–6
Maldives President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu will undertake a State Visit to Sri Lanka from May 3 to May 6, 2026, at the invitation of President Anura Kumara Dissanayaka. According to a statement from the Maldives President’s Office, during the visit,…
Lightning advisory : Red alerts issued to 11 districts
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for severe lightning in the Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-central provinces and the Vavuniya, Mullaittivu, Kurunegala, and Trincomalee districts today. Per the advisory, effective until 11.30 pm today, red alerts have been issued to…
Sajith inspects venue ahead of SJB May Day rally
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today visited the P. D. Sirisena Stadium in Colombo to inspect preparations for the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) May Day rally, which will be held at the venue to mark International Workers’ Day. Premadasa reviewed arrangements,…