Opinion: Why Pahalgam attack leaves no doubt about Pakistan’s hand in Kashmir terrorism
By Ankit K Beyond denial: Why Pahalgam attack leaves no doubt about Pakistan’s hand in Kashmir terrorism On April 22, a peaceful spring day in the lush, tourist-frequented Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, was shattered by a sudden…
President AKD to visit US & Japan next month
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will embark on two overseas visits in September, first to the United States for the UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, followed by a state visit to Japan. Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath told media that…
Thousands protest in Tel Aviv over Israel’s Gaza City occupation plan
Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Tel Aviv on Saturday night to oppose Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan to escalate the nearly two-year Gaza war, demanding an immediate end to the campaign and for the release of the…
Fire breaks out on boats at Galle Fisheries Harbour
A massive fire has broken out on several boats docked at the Galle Fisheries Harbour. The Galle Municipal Council Fire Unit, along with the Navy, the Galle District Disaster Management Unit, and members of the fishing community, have brought the…
Navy seizes Indian fishing boat poaching in island waters
Navy seizes an Indian fishing boat poaching in island waters, north of Mannar During an operation conducted on 09 Aug 25, the Sri Lanka Navy seized an Indian fishing boat (01) and apprehended 07 Indian fishermen while they were poaching…
Former President Ranil to make a special statement today
Former President and United National Party leader Ranil Wickremesinghe is scheduled to make a special statement today (10). He is expected to express his views on the current crisis that has emerged concerning the youth councils and associations. Recognised as…
Weather today: spells of light showers in several areas
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 10 AUGUST 2025 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 10 August 2025 Several spells of light showers will occur in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Nuwara-Eliya, Kandy, Galle and Matara districts. Showers or thundershowers may occur…
Sajith warns Gaza occupation will shatter hopes for two-state solution
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has warned that Israel’s plan to occupy Gaza City would destroy the trust underpinning hopes for a two-state solution to the conflict. “If Israel takes Gaza, it’s not just about land—it will shatter the trust that…
“Where is the Rocket Man now?” – Minister Wasantha hits back at SupremeSAT
Minister of Labour Wasantha Samarasinghe has once again commented on the controversial SupremeSAT issue at a public gathering in Polonnaruwa today. The minister said the matter has resurfaced at a time when more important development discussions should be taking place….
Australian Governor-General plays Cricket in Galle Stadium
Her Excellency Ms. Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General and Head of State of Australia, paid a visit to the Galle International Cricket Stadium this morning. Accompanied by the His Excellency the High Commissioner of Australia in Sri Lanka, Mr. Paul Stephens,…