Pentagon says US forces board Iran-linked oil tanker near Sri Lanka
The United States forces have boarded an oil tanker previously sanctioned for smuggling Iranian crude in Asian waters, The Pentagon, headquarters of the U.S. Department of Defense has reported on Tuesday (21). In a statement posted on social media, the…
April Aswesuma payments to be credited tomorrow
Payments under the Aswesuma welfare scheme for the month of April will be credited to beneficiaries’ bank accounts on Wednesday (22) as announced by the Welfare Benefits Board. The board said Rs. 3.087 billion will be disbursed as allowances to…
No forgiveness: Minister Lal Kantha slams Hiru TV, lodges complaint over licence
Minister K.D. Lal Kantha has lodged a complaint with the Ministry of Mass Media against Hiru TV, alleging the broadcaster published a false and misleading report regarding his assets declaration. According to the complaint, the issue relates to a news…
Sri Lanka Police deny Avant Garde motorcycle donation claims
Sri Lanka Police have rejected claims that the Special Task Force (STF) is receiving motorcycles from Avant Garde. In a statement, the Police clarified that social media claims alleging Avant Garde Company is providing 50 motorcycles with 450cc engine capacity…
Anura Karunathilake assumes duties as Energy Minister, Kumara Jayakody attends
Anura Karunathilake officially assumed duties today (21) as Sri Lanka’s new Minister of Energy at the Ministry of Energy. Former Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody, who was present at the occasion, extended his congratulations to the incoming minister. In a…
Indian Navy ship INS Nireekshak arrives in Colombo for training visit
Indian Navy Ship INS Nireekshak arrived in Sri Lanka today (21) for an Operational Turnaround (OTR) and training visit, which will continue until April 26.” The Sri Lanka Navy welcomed the visiting ship at the port of Colombo in accordance…
‘Caution level’ heat alert issued for 21 districts
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for warm weather in the Northern, North-central, North-western, Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, and Eastern provinces and the Monaragala district. Per the advisory, valid for tomorrow (April 22), the Heat Index, the temperature felt…
Police reject reports claiming suspect arrested in connection to bomb plot
Sri Lanka Police have rejected claims circulating on social media and certain websites that a person was preparing to carry out a series of bomb attacks in Colombo and other crowded areas. Police Media Spokesman ASP F. U. Wootler said…
Inclusive low-floor bus service launched for special needs passengers
A new low‑floor bus service prioritizing persons with disabilities and special needs was launched today under the Clean Sri Lanka National Programme, led by Minister of Transport Bimal Ratnayake. Ten specially designed buses were introduced to the fleet, enabling wheelchair…
City of Dreams Sri Lanka Presents “Signature Velvet Nights” An Elevated Celebration of Jazz, Glamour and Indulgence
City of Dreams Sri Lanka invites guests to experience Signature Velvet Nights, an immersive three night celebration of music, elegance and curated indulgence, set to unfold from 24 to 26 April. Designed to bring together refined entertainment and elevated lifestyle…