Ceylon Chamber welcomes IMF review approval, urges reform momentum
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce has welcomed the Government’s successful completion of the fifth and sixth reviews under the IMF’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme, enabling Sri Lanka to access approximately USD 695 million in financing support. The Chamber said…
Woman killed after being struck by train near Wellawatte station
Police have launched an investigation after a woman was struck and killed by a train near the Wellawatte Railway Station on Saturday (30) evening. According to police, the train was travelling from Panadura towards Colombo when the incident occurred within…
All three bodies recovered after Kalametiya beach tragedy – Police
The bodies of all three students who went missing while bathing in the sea off Kalametiya, Hungama, on Saturday evening (30) were recovered this morning (31), police said. Three school students aged 12, 17 and 18 were reported missing following…
Weather today: Showers or thundershowers will occur at times
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 31 MAY 2026 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 31 May 2026. Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts. Fairly heavy falls above 50…
80MW of battery storage systems now delivered to Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has received the second shipment of its Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project, marking a significant step in the country’s efforts to strengthen grid stability and expand the use of renewable energy. Deputy Minister of Power Arkam Ilyas…
14-year-old boy arrested over death of 11-year-old sister in Sri Lanka
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested by Eravur Police in connection with the death of his 11-year-old sister. The victim, identified as 11-year-old Sathyananthan Sadeesha, was found inside a water tank in the bathroom of her home on May 28….
Breaking : Fuel Prices Increased
Ceypetco has announced a fuel price revision with effect from midnight today. Under the revised prices: Petrol Octane 92 increased by Rs. 24 to Rs. 434 per litre Petrol Octane 95 increased by Rs. 25 to Rs. 495 per litre…
Ransini Perera wins gold at Asian U20 Athletics Championships
Image courtesy: Ceylon Athletics Sri Lanka’s Ransini Perera secured the gold medal in the girls’ 200 metre event at the 22nd Asian Under-20 Athletics Championships currently underway in Hong Kong. Perera completed the race in 24.07 seconds, delivering an impressive…
Three children reported missing while bathing at sea
Three children have been reported missing while bathing in the sea area off Kalametiya, Hungama. The children aged between 12 to 18 had been with their parents at the time. Police said that search and rescue operations are currently underway….
Govt has cancelled e-passport tender process, says Ajith P. Perera
The government has decided to cancel, with immediate effect, the procurement process related to the controversial electronic passport (e-passport) project, according to Samagi Jana Balawegaya MP Ajith P. Perera. Speaking to media Perera said that the decision has been communicated…