Trump says Israel and Lebanon leaders to hold first talks in 34 years
United States President Donald Trump says the leaders of Israel and Lebanon will speak for the first time in 34 years on Thursday. The announcement on Wednesday came a day after Israel and Lebanon’s envoys to the US held rare,…
Sri Lanka may have paid up to $286 per barrel for oil, says HSBC chief
Sri Lanka may have purchased oil at around $286 per barrel amid the Middle East conflict, according to HSBC Chief Georges Elhedery, who said oil prices can be significantly higher than Brent crude benchmarks in Asia when insurance, shipping, and…
Four arrested for assaulting Police during illegal gambling den raid
Four suspects have been arrested after assaulting Bakkiella Police officers who raided an illegal gambling den and liquor trafficking operation in the 16th Wanguwa area in Ampara on Tuesday (14). According to the Police, the raid was carried out following…
Anantara Kalutara Resort Celebrates Sinhala & Tamil New Year with Vibrant Cultural Festivities
Anantara Kalutara Resort marked the Sinhala & Tamil New Year on 14th April 2026 with a vibrant and culturally immersive celebration, bringing together guests, invitees, and resort associates in a joyful expression of Sri Lanka’s most cherished festival. Set amidst…
HRCSL finds FR violations in arrest and suspension of former prisons commissioner general
The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has concluded that the arrest and suspension of former Prisons Commissioner General Thushara Upuldeniya violated his fundamental rights. In a statement, the Commission noted that his detention was not carried out according…
US Embassy warns visitors bound for the US against relying on public benefits
The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka has issued a stern reminder to foreign nationals visiting the United States that reliance on taxpayer-funded benefits can carry severe consequences. According to the embassy, non-immigrant visa holders who abuse or become dependent on…
Above 50 mm of rain expected in some parts of Sri Lanka today
Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Central, Uva and North-western provinces after 1.00 pm today (16). According to the Department of Meteorology, a few showers may occur in the coastal areas of Western…
Police to crack down on altered vehicle number plates
Police have been instructed to take strict legal action against motorists using altered vehicle number plates instead of the standard plates issued by the Department of Motor Traffic. Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Traffic Management and…
Six-vehicle crash in Eheliyagoda leaves 13 injured
Thirteen people were injured in a multiple-vehicle collision in Eheliyagoda town last night (15), Police said. The accident occurred when a car lost control and crashed into several vehicles travelling along the road. Police said the car collided with a…
Pakistan army chief in Tehran for talks ahead of fresh US-Iran negotiations
Pakistan’s Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir has arrived in Tehran leading a high-level delegation, as diplomatic efforts intensify to sustain a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran. Foreign media reports said the visit is part of Pakistan’s…