High risk severe lightning alert issued for 12 districts
Thundershowers accompanied with severe lightning are likely to occur in Northern, North- central, Eastern, Uva provinces and Kurunegala and Matale districts. There may be temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers. General public is kindly requested to take adequate precautions to…
Suspect arrested over attempted murder and shooting in Dehiwala
A 34-year-old suspect has been arrested in connection with an attempted murder and grievous assault that took place near the Dehiwala Railway Station on July 18, 2025. According to police, two unidentified men on a motorcycle had opened fire at…
Man sentenced to death in Tunisia for Facebook posts against President
A Tunisian court has sentenced a 51-year-old man to death for Facebook posts deemed insulting to President Kais Saied and threatening to state security, in a ruling that has sparked widespread condemnation from rights groups and legal observers. The man,…
Church of England names first female Archbishop of Canterbury
The Church of England named Sarah Mullally on Friday as the next Archbishop of Canterbury, the first woman to serve as ceremonial head of Anglican Christianity worldwide, prompting immediate criticism from conservative church leaders in Africa. The 63-year-old bishop, who…
Weather today: Above 100mm rain in several areas
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 04 OCTOBER 2025 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 04 October 2025 Atmospheric conditions are favorable for thunderstorms in the evening. Therefore, general public is advised to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by heavy rain, strong…
Trump tells Israel ‘stop bombing’ Gaza after Hamas ceasefire reply
Hamas has formally submitted its response to US President Donald Trump’s peace plan, signaling a major shift in its stance on Gaza’s future. The Palestinian group said it was ready to hand over administration of the enclave to a government…
Sri Lanka, Antigua and Barbuda Establish Diplomatic Relations
Sri Lanka and Antigua and Barbuda have formally established diplomatic relations following the signing of an agreement in Washington D.C. The agreement was signed by Sri Lanka’s Ambassador to the United States, Mahinda Samarasinghe, and Antigua and Barbuda’s Ambassador to…
Colombo Town Hall Glows Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness
In a symbolic gesture aligning with global efforts to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the iconic Colombo Town Hall was illuminated in pink last evening. The striking display joined landmarks around the world in shining a light—both literally and figuratively—on…
Mannar District Sports Complex swimming pool opened
The swimming pool at the Mannar District Sports Complex was officially opened to athletes today (Oct 3) under the patronage of Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Sunil Kumara Gamage. The facility, located in Naruvil Kulam within the Nanattan Divisional…
Kehelbaddara Padme’s mother files writ petition
The mother of alleged underworld figure Kehelbaddara Padme has filed a writ petition before the Court of Appeal, challenging the detention order issued against her son. The petition claims the detention is unlawful and seeks relief through habeas corpus and…