PM Harini Amarasuriya delivers OSGA annual lecture at Oxford
Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Harini Amarasuriya, delivered the 2026 Oxford School of Global and Area Studies (OSGA) Annual Lecture at St Antony’s College, University of Oxford, titled “The Politics of Development: Sri Lanka and Beyond.” Addressing students, academics, and…
Above 50mm of rain expected in some parts of Sri Lanka
Showers are expected in some parts of Sri Lanka today, as the South-West monsoon is gradually establishing over the island, according to the Department of Meteorology. As such, showers will occur at times in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces…
US report says 42 aircraft lost or damaged in Iran war
At least 42 United States military aircraft, including fighter jets, surveillance aircraft and drones, were lost or damaged during the Iran war, according to a report by the Congressional Research Service (CRS). According to international media reports citing the CRS…
Special attention in upcoming Budget for rural roads, drinking water and waste management
Special Attention to be given in Upcoming Budget for Rural Roads, Drinking Water Supply and Waste Management • Public Representatives Must Take the Lead in Resolving Batticaloa District’s Drinking Water Issue • Measures Underway for the Full Development of Valaichchenai…
Namal hits back after Court hears claims involving Rajapaksa-Pillayan meeting
SLPP MP Namal Rajapaksa has responded to allegations made in court linking meetings with TMVP leader Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan alias Pillayan to the ongoing Easter Sunday investigations, saying his visit to Pillayan while he was in prison was “no secret”. In…
Melody toffee goes out of stock in India after Modi-Meloni viral video
A packet of Parle Melody has unexpectedly turned into one of the internet’s biggest talking points after a viral exchange between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni sent consumers rushing to quick-commerce apps across India….
322 suspects arrested with drugs during Sri Pada season
Police have arrested 322 suspects for transporting narcotics into the Sri Pada area since the commencement of this year’s pilgrimage season. The Police Media Division stated that the arrests were made during raids conducted by the Hatton, Polpitiya, Ginigathhena and…
CID makes explosive revelations in Court over Easter attacks
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID), through the Attorney General’s Department, today made a series of explosive allegations before the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court, claiming former State Intelligence Service (SIS) Director Suresh Salley had played a central role in the 2019…
“I’m leaving Rajapaksa Nikaya”: Ampitiye Thero extends support to AKD after meeting
Ampitiye Sumanarathana Thero has extended his support to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake following a meeting held during the President’s visit to Batticaloa, stating that he would move away from what he described as the “Rajapaksa Nikaya.” In a video statement…
Sri Lanka to host India U19 for bilateral series
Sri Lanka Cricket has announced that the India Men’s U19 team will tour Sri Lanka during June and July 2026 to play a bilateral series. According to an SLC statement, the tour will feature a three-match one-day series and two…