Special announcement on Grade 5 scholarship exam tomorrow
A media briefing was held today by Commissioner General of Examinations A.K.S. Indika Kumari to outline arrangements for the 2025 Grade Five Scholarship Examination, scheduled to commence at 9:30 a.m. tomorrow (10). Candidates must arrive at their examination centres by…
12-year-old boy drowns in hotel swimming pool
A 12-year-old boy has drowned in a swimming pool at a hotel in Opanayaka, police said. The incident was reported on Friday evening. The victim, a resident of Imbulthanna, had visited the hotel with his parents and was playing in…
Small van collides with train at Aluthgama level crossing; woman injured
A woman was injured when a small van collided with a train at a level crossing in Aluthgama this morning (9). Police said the accident occurred near the Aluthgama railway station on Seelananda Road. The van, driven by the injured…
Driver killed as container falls onto prime mover at Colombo Port
A 36-year-old driver was killed in an accident at the Colombo Port container yard when a container fell onto a prime mover truck. Police said the incident occurred yesterday (8) while the container was being loaded onto the truck. It…
Sri Lanka expresses deep concern over Israel’s plan to seize Gaza
Sri Lanka has expressed deep concern over Israel’s decision to seize control of Gaza City, warning it would further escalate violence and worsen the suffering of its people. The statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism…
Government to import 2,000 cabs for state institutions – Minister
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has decided to import 2,000 cabs for state institutions. Minister Dr. Chandana Abayrathna said some institutions have gone nearly 15 years without new vehicles, causing severe difficulties for officials on…
Fair weather expected in most parts of the island today
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 09 AUGUST 2025 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 09 August 2025 Several spells of light showers will occur in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and Northern provinces and in Nuwara-Eliya, Kandy, Galle and Matara districts. Mainly fair weather will…
US donates 2 Aviation Refuellers to Sri Lanka
The Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) has received two high-value aviation refuellers from the United States Government, marking a significant milestone in bilateral defence cooperation. The refuellers, provided free of charge, were officially handed yesterday. In a statement, the SLAF…
CMG hosts the Governor-General of Australia at Stein Studios
The Capital Maharaja Group (CMG) hosted Her Excellency The Honourable Ms. Sam Mostyn AC, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia, during her 5-day visit to Sri Lanka, at Stein Studios in Ratmalana. The Governor-General is the Head of State and…
AIX Racing signs Sri Lanka’s Yevan David for 2026 Formula 3 campaign
Yevan David has become the first driver to be confirmed for the 2026 FIA Formula 3 season, with AIX Racing announcing his signing for next season. David is currently competing in the Euroformula Open Championship where he has taken four…