Govt, President in talks with ICC on SLC administration
Minister of Sports Sunil Kumara Gamage says discussions are underway with the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding the administration of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), hinting at an interim committee or an authorized official. Addressing the media today, Minister Gamage revealed…
US Senate fails to advance war powers measure to rein in Trump’s Iran war
The United States Senate has failed to pass a resolution seeking to rein in US President Donald Trump’s war with Iran. The latest war powers resolution failed 47 to 52 in a procedural vote, marking another major setback for proponents…
Police respond to viral video alleging misconduct during search operation
The Sri Lanka Police has issued a statement regarding a video clip circulating on social media, in which a group of women accuse officers of misconduct during a house search in the Jinthupitiya area under the Foreshore Police Division. According…
Foreign Minister in talks with Middle East counterparts
Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath has held a series of high‑level discussions with counterparts across the Middle East, underscoring Colombo’s commitment to peace, stability, and the welfare of Sri Lankan migrant communities. In a call with Bahrain’s Foreign Minister…
Central Expressway: Kurunegala – Dambulla stretch to be expedited
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to expedite the construction of the Central Expressway from Kurunegala to Dambulla. According to the government, Stage Four of the project covers 58.6 kilometres between Kurunegala and Dambulla. Approval for land acquisition was…
Shooting incident reported in Mathugama
A shooting incident was reported last night (04) near the water tank that supplies water to the Mathugama Kanda area, according to the Mathugama Police. Two unidentified individuals who had arrived on a motorcycle had carried out the shooting and…
Rain expected in some parts of Sri Lanka today
Showers are expected in a few parts of Sri Lanka today, while mainly dry weather will prevail over the other parts of the nation, according to the Department of Meteorology. Showers or thundershowers are likely at a few places in…
7 key updates from the escalating US-Israel conflict with Iran
In the last 6 hours, the situation in the Middle East has remained critical as the regional conflict enters its fifth day 1. US and Israeli strikes across Iran have killed at least 1,045 people since Saturday, hitting cities, hospitals,…
Sri Lankan government must clarify if it knew of mission: Namal
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa says the Sri Lankan government must clarify whether it was aware of the mission that led to the incident involving the Iranian warship off the southern coast of Sri Lanka. Speaking to…
Pettah Central Bus Stand renovation to be completed by mid-April
Renovation work at the Pettah Central Bus Stand is progressing rapidly and is expected to be completed within the first two weeks of April, Ministry Of Transport, Highways & Urban Development reports. The project is being carried out under the…