April 21 : ‘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 21), the Heat Index, the temperature felt…
Former Minister Piyasena Gamage granted bail
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (20) ordered the release of former Skills Development and Vocational Training Minister Piyasena Gamage on bail, following his arrest by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption over alleged misuse of authority. Chief…
Hiru TV to send “Strong reply” to Lal Kantha, denies fake security letter
Hiru Media Network says a strong response will be sent within the next 24 hours to the legal notice sent by Minister K.D. Lal Kantha. Minister K.D. Lal Kantha had issued a legal notice against Asia Broadcasting Corporation (Private) Limited,…
7.4 earthquake off Iwate triggers Tsunami Warning in Northern Japan
A tsunami warning, with the threat of waves of up to 3 meters, was issued Monday evening for Iwate Prefecture, Aomori Prefecture and Hokkaido in northern Japan after a quake struck off the coast of Iwate. An NHK anchor urged…
Iran says no plan for talks as Pakistan prepares to host US delegation
Iran has no plan at present for a next round of talks, foreign ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said on Monday. “As I am speaking to you now, we have no plan for the next round of negotiations,” Baghaei told a…
Lightning advisory : Red alert issued to all provinces of Sri Lanka
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for severe lightning for all provinces of Sri Lanka today (20). Per the advisory, effective until 11.00 pm, red alerts have been issued to all provinces. Warning that thundershowers accompanied by severe…
CBSL rates: Rupee depreciates further against USD
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar today (20), compared to last Friday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 312.22 to Rs. 312.83,…
Sri Lanka’s expressways earn Rs. 441 Mn during New Year season
The Road Development Authority (RDA) reports that Sri Lanka’s expressways generated more than Rs. 441 million in revenue during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year season, covering the eight‑day period from April 10 to 18. According to reports, RDA Director…
“We have a big plan to regain power” – Former President Mahinda
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CSC upgrade highlights Sri Lanka’s NSA shortfall : Dinouk Colombage
India’s announcement that the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) will be elevated to an international organization has been welcomed, but concerns remain over Sri Lanka’s lack of a National Security Advisor (NSA). In a statement, Dinouk Colombage, Former Director of International…