Governance must follow institutional framework : Minister Lal Kantha
Minister K. D. Lal Kantha says that governance depends on an already established structure and that it cannot be changed on the wishes of individuals. The Minister made these comments on a Facebook post. “The country cannot be governed according…
India donates 134 single-cabs to Sri Lanka Police
The Government of India has officially handed over 134 single-cab vehicles to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake for use by the Sri Lanka Police under the Indo‑Sri Lanka Friendship Programme. The ceremonial handover took place this morning (25) at the Presidential…
DIMO Announces the 32nd MercedesTrophy Sri Lanka 2026, Marking 140 Years of Mercedes-Benz Innovation and 85+ Years of Enduring Automotive Excellence
DIMO, the only authorised agent for Mercedes-Benz in Sri Lanka with 85+ years of Authority in Automotive Excellence, is set to host MercedesTrophy 2026 on 06th June 2026 at the Nuwara Eliya Golf Club. Exclusively curated for DIMO Mercedes-Benz customers,…
2025 O/Level results expected by mid‑June – Exam Dept
The Department of Examinations has announced that the results of the 2025 G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination are scheduled to be released by the middle of June. Commissioner General of Examinations Indika Kumari Liyanage, responding to inquiries about social media claims…
Weather alert : Lightning advisory issued to 20 districts
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for severe lightning in the Uva province, and the Ampara and Batticaloa districts today (25). Per the advisory, effective until 11.30 pm, red alerts have been issued to four districts and amber…
China launches rocket to send astronaut on year-long space mission
China launched its Shenzhou-23 mission on Sunday (May 24), which will see a Chinese astronaut spend a full year in orbit for the first time, a crucial step in Beijing’s ambition to send humans to the Moon by 2030. The…
Oil slips 5% on hopes of US-Iran deal
Oil prices hit two-week lows on Monday (May 25) on optimism that the United States and Iran were moving closer towards a peace deal, even though they remained at odds over key issues, including blockades on the Strait of Hormuz…
Jaffna Opens First-Ever Dedicated Boxing Ring Area, Marking Milestone for Northern Sports Development
The Jaffna District Boxing Association proudly organizes the Grand Opening Ceremony of the first-ever Boxing Ring Area in the Jaffna District, marking a historic milestone for boxing development in Northern Sri Lanka. This special event is conducted under the guidance…
IPL : Travis Head’s wife abused online after Virat Kohli incident
The Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) contest might have been a dead-rubber form the IPL 2026 playoffs qualification standpoint, but it went on to enthral fans in an unexpected way after a personal battle erupted between Virat Kohli…
War memorial incident : Wimal Weerawansa arrested
Former Minister Wimal Weerawansa has been arrested after arriving at the Thalangama Police Station to record a statement. In a post on social media, Weerawansa claimed that he has been arrested by a special Police Team. Earlier, the Police confirmed…