Sri Lanka Tourism holds Roadshows in major cities in Poland
The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, in coordination with the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Warsaw, held a series of tourism roadshows in the prominent cities of Warsaw, Poznan, and Krakow in Poland in May. According to the Embassy of…
Inflation in Sri Lanka could rise to 7%, CBSL Governor warns
Inflation in Sri Lanka could climb as high as 7 per cent due to rising fuel prices and the prolonged conflict in the Middle East, Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe has warned. Speaking during a televised interview, he noted…
Gazette issued suspending registrations of three National Sports Federations
Minister of Sports Sunil Kumara Gamage has temporarily suspended the registration of three National Sports Associations/Federations, Handball, Carrom, and Hockey, under Sections 32 and 33 of the Sports Law No. 25 of 1973, as amended. According to the gazette, the…
Indian HC visits restored Northern Railway line
Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha visited the restored Northern Railway line on Monday (01), rehabilitated under a USD 5 million Indian grant. Santosh Jha said the project forms part of the larger USD 450 million post-Cyclone Ditwah reconstruction package. “Restoring…
Debut author Archana Mendis launches children’s book exploring imagination, self-belief and courage
The Girl with the Talking Flower Crown invites readers into a world of quiet magic and self-discovery An enchanting debut that celebrates individuality, kindness and the courage to be yourself In a time where fast-paced living often overshadows the quiet…
RCB’s Tim David suspended for IPL 2027 opener after throwing ice bag towards umpire
Tim David will miss Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s opening match of IPL 2027 after being handed a one-game suspension for throwing an ice bag towards umpire Nitin Menon during the IPL 2026 final against the Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi…
Above 75 mm of rain expected in some parts of Sri Lanka today
Rainy conditions are expected to increase in the southwestern parts of Sri Lanka from this evening (02), according to the Department of Meteorology. As such, showers will occur at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in the…
Trump says no Israeli troops going to Beirut after call with Netanyahu
U.S. President Donald Trump said Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to stop attacks following separate discussions held through intermediaries, amid rising tensions in Lebanon. In a statement on Monday, Trump said he had a “very productive call” with Israeli Prime…
Dengue cases surpass 33,500 with 19 deaths reported this year
A total of 33,572 dengue cases and 19 deaths have been reported across Sri Lanka so far this year, health authorities said. 8,321 dengue cases were reported in May alone, according to Community Health Specialist Dr Thushani Dabare, with the…
AIS Alumni Hosts Inaugural Inter-International Alumni Netball Tournament
The Asian International School Alumni Association successfully hosted the inaugural Inter-International Alumni Netball Carnival 2026 on 23 May 2026, at the Air Force Indoor Basketball Court, Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo. The landmark tournament brought together distinguished alumni and elite netball talent…