Walk for Peace : Special traffic plan in Colombo tomorrow
A special traffic plan will be implemented in Colombo tomorrow (28) in connection with the Walk for Peace programme. According to the Police, the programme is scheduled to commence at 4:00 am at Independence Square in Colombo under the patronage…
Cyclone Ditwah : Govt begins initial phase of housing assistance for Badulla victims
The first stage of cheque distribution under the government’s relief programme for families affected by Cyclone Ditwah was carried out today in the Badulla Divisional Secretariat Division. A total of 23 families received housing assistance cheques during a ceremony held…
Sajith invites UNP to join SJB May Day rally
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has invited the United National Party (UNP) to join the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) May Day rally, calling for unity in protecting workers’ rights and advancing national prosperity. In a special statement for International Workers’ Day,…
Lawyer remanded over Ganemulla Sanjeewa murder case
Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama today ordered that the female lawyer arrested in connection with allegations of aiding and abetting the murder of underworld figure ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’, be remanded until May 7. The suspect lawyer was produced before the…
Hilton Yala Resort Earns Global Recognition at Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2026
Hilton Yala Resort Sri Lanka has been recognized by Luxury Lifestyle Awards with the title of Best Luxury Wildlife Resort in Sri Lanka, acknowledging the resort’s distinctive approach to nature-led hospitality and its positioning at the edge of Yala National…
Large stock of narcotics destroyed under court supervision
A major stock of narcotics seized during Police raids was destroyed today (27) under the supervision of judicial authorities. The haul of narcotics was destroyed following the conclusion of related court proceedings. The destruction took place in the presence of…
WhatsApp will stop working on these older phones
WhatsApp will stop working on Android smartphones running versions older than Android 6 from September 8, 2026. The Meta‑owned messaging app announced that continued access will only be available for users on Android 6 or newer, along with the latest…
Wildlife Dept and Civil Aviation Authority sign MoU to protect wildlife around Mattala Airport
The Department of Wildlife Conservation and the Civil Aviation Authority have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at minimizing harm to wildlife around airports while ensuring the efficient operation of Mattala Airport. The agreement was signed this morning (27)…
Special Programs in Schools from May 26 to June 02 to Mark Vesak Week
The Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education has officially released a circular outlining the conduct of religious and commemorative programs across all educational institutions for the upcoming Vesak season. Key Highlights of the Directive: Duration: The designated “Vesak…
CBSL rates: Rupee depreciates further against USD
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar today (27), compared to last Friday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 314.03 to Rs. 314.57,…