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,…
National Celebration of World’s Indigenous Peoples Day Held in Dambana
The national celebration of the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, which falls today (09), was held this morning at Indigenous Museum premises, Dambana under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. Sri Lanka’s foremost indigenous leader, Vishwa Keerthi…
iCanFly launches soon as Sri Lanka’s latest digital flight-booking platform
Ceylon Travel Technology (Pvt) Ltd (CTT) has announced the upcoming launch of iCanFly, a revolutionary digital flight-booking platform designed to simplify and modernise how Sri Lankans plan and book their travels. Issuing a statement, the company said iCanFly positions itself…
Opposition MP claims youth died after being taken to army camp
Opposition MP Shanakyan Rasamanickam has alleged that a young man, reportedly taken by force and assaulted, was found dead in the Muthaiyankattu tank. Quoting local residents, Rasamanickam said four youths were taken to the Muthaiyankattu army camp under the pretext…
Govt plans to include Dhamma school exams in national qualifications
Deputy Minister of Buddhist Affairs, Religious, and Cultural Activities Gamagedara Dissanayake has stated that steps are being taken to include the Dhamma School Final and Dharmacharya Examinations in the national qualifications list. The Deputy Minister explained that a request has…