Woman killed in Bingiriya; suspect husband later dies in hospital
A 61‑year‑old woman was murdered in the Padiwela area of the Bingiriya Police Division on Wednesday (10), when her husband attacked her with a sharp weapon during a domestic dispute. Police said the suspect, a 59‑year‑old resident of Padiwela, was…
Sri Lanka may consider seawater purification for drinking amid El Niño threat: DMC
The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) has warned that even distributing purified seawater to meet drinking water needs may become necessary if the forecasted El Niño anomaly impacts Sri Lanka as predicted. At a media briefing on Wednesday (10), Additional Secretary…
Police probe fake PHIs extorting money from shop owners
Police have received complaints against a group allegedly impersonating Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) and demanding money from shop owners to avoid legal action. Investigations reveal that the suspects, dressed in uniforms resembling those of PHIs, visited shops in Anuradhapura, Eppawala,…
CBSL briefs MPs on monetary policy and economic developments
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka on Wednesday (10) conducted a briefing for Members of Parliament on the current monetary policy, exchange rate policy, economic stability, and recent economic developments. According to the CBSL, the session was led by Governor…
Rough seas : Advisory issued for Naval and fishing communities
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for rough seas, warning Naval and fishing communities not to venture into the sea areas off the coasts extending from Kankasanthurai to Kalpitiya via Mannar until further notice. According to the department,…
Sri Lanka climbs 14 places to 67th in 2026 Global Peace Index
Sri Lanka has moved up 14 places and is now ranked 67th in the world in the 2026 Global Peace Index. According to the Index, the country has also secured the second position in South Asia in the latest rankings….
Sri Lanka Customs surpasses May revenue target by 16%, five‑month collections up 44%
Sri Lanka Customs has outperformed its May revenue target, collecting Rs. 217.9 billion against the expected Rs. 187.8 billion, a 16% increase, official data revealed. The strong performance pushed cumulative revenue in the first five months of 2026 to Rs….
JVP General Secretary meets outgoing Indian Deputy High Commissioner
Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) General Secretary Tilvin Silva yesterday met with India’s Deputy High Commissioner in Sri Lanka, Dr. Satyanjal Pandey, in what was marked as Pandey’s final official engagement before concluding his three‑year diplomatic tenure in Colombo. The meeting,…
1990 Suwa Seriya ambulance service refutes shutdown rumours
The management of the 1990 Emergency Ambulance Service (Suwa Seriya) today dismissed social media reports claiming the service had been deactivated, stressing that operations continue uninterrupted across the island. In a statement, the Board of Directors, including the Chairman, described…
Australian High Commission hosts Vesak Coffee Dansal
The Australian High Commission in Colombo today hosted a Vesak Dansal, serving iced lattes to the public on Gregory’s Road, Colombo 7. High Commissioner Matthew Duckworth personally handed out the drinks as part of the Vesak tradition. Crowds gathered at…