Sri Lanka Navy rescues 14 crew members from distressed merchant vessel
The Sri Lanka Navy rescued 14 crew members from the merchant vessel MV Integrity Star, which had suffered an engine failure about 100 nautical miles south of Sri Lanka. The rescue operation was launched following a distress call received by…
Opposition Leader attends funeral of slain Weligama PS Chairman, demands justice
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa, who attended the funeral of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara to pay his last respects, said the killing on a public day was “a deadly blow to democracy.” He condemned the murder, calling it part…
Sri Lanka to ban smartphone use by children under 12 – Minister
Sri Lanka is planning to introduce a ban on the use of smartphones by school children under the age of 12, Child Affairs Minister Saroja Paulraj announced. Speaking at a function attended by school children, the Minister said the government…
India-KKS ferry service temporarily suspended
Passenger ferry service between Nagapattinam in Tamil Nadu, India, and Kankesanthurai has been temporarily suspended. Indian media reported that the service will remain halted from today (26th) until December due to adverse weather conditions in the maritime region. The ferry…
Ram Charan & Janhvi Kapoor in Sri Lanka for ‘Peddi’ movie shoot
Indian film stars Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor have arrived in Sri Lanka for the latest shooting schedule of their upcoming movie Peddi, the filmmakers confirmed Saturday. The production, directed by Buchi Babu Sana, began its next phase of filming…
Police seek public assistance to locate suspect in Weligama PS Chairman’s killing
The Police have requested public support to locate and arrest a suspect wanted in connection with the killing of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara. The Police said information can be provided through the following hotlines — 071 859 8888…
Government dentists to strike demanding DG’s removal
Government dentists have announced a strike on 06th November in protest against the actions of the Director General of Dental Services and the Ministry of Health. Speaking to the media, Dr. Nadun Dammika, chairman of the Government Dentists Association, said…
Dramatic Police chase captured on Camera
Dramatic video footage has emerged showing police officers opening fire during a high-speed chase in Ratmalana this evening, after a van driver ignored repeated orders to stop. According to police, the incident occurred around 5.25 p.m. when a van travelling…
Teachers, principals unions oppose 30-minute extension of school hours
The Teachers and Principals trade unions have strongly opposed the proposed 30-minute extension of school hours under new education reforms set to be implemented in 2026. Speaking at a press briefing in Colombo on Friday (24), the unions warned that…
Three arrested over killing of Weligama PS Chairman
Police have arrested three individuals, including a woman, in connection with the killing of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara. According to Police Headquarters, the suspects were taken into custody in the Kekirawa area during a special operation carried out…