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Dengue breeding sites found in 41% of schools nationwide – Health Minister

Dengue inspections conducted across the country have revealed a high prevalence of dengue mosquito breeding sites within school premises, the...

Jun 16, 2026 | Local

Bribery Commission warns of strict action against state officials over failure to submit asset declarations

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has directed all public officials that annual asset and liability...

Jun 15, 2026 | Local

Shan Wijayalal’s former private secretary arrested over Rs. 16.5 million corruption allegations

A former private secretary to former Chief Minister of the Southern Province Shan Wijayalal De Silva has been arrested by...

Jun 15, 2026 | Local

Ex-President Gotabaya Rajapaksa files petition seeking to prevent arrest

Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has filed a petition with the Court of Appeal seeking an order preventing his arrest under...

FeaturedJun 16, 2026 | Local

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Sri Lanka beat West Indies in 2nd T20I to level series

Sri Lanka secured a 37-run victory over West Indies in the second T20I, leveling the two-match series 1-1. After winning...

Jun 14, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga climbs to third in world rankings

Sri Lankan javelin throw champion Rumesh Tharanga has risen to third place in the latest world rankings, marking a significant...

Jun 10, 2026 | Sports

Rumesh Tharanga rises to world No. 5 in javelin rankings

Sri Lankan athlete Rumesh Tharanga reached the 5th position in the world rankings for javelin throwing. He previously occupied the...

Jun 4, 2026 | Sports

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Deal agreed and may be signed 'over the weekend': Trump

US President Donald Trump says a "great settlement" has been agreed with Iran and a deal is set to be...

Jun 12, 2026 | World

Deal agreed and may be signed 'over the weekend': Trump

US President Donald Trump says a "great settlement" has been agreed with Iran and a deal is set to be...

Jun 12, 2026 | World

Technology Insights

Nvidia hits new milestone as world's first $5tn company

Nvidia has hit a new milestone, becoming the first company in the world to reach a market value of $5tn (£3.8tn). The US chip giant has rapidly climbed from a niche graphics-chip designer to an AI titan, as euphoria about the potential of artificial intelligence keeps driving demand for its...

Nov 2, 2025 | Technology

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Sri Lanka beat West Indies in 2nd T20I to level series

Sri Lanka secured a 37-run victory over West Indies in the second T20I, leveling the two-match series 1-1. After winning the toss, West Indies captain Shai Hope elected to field first. Batting first, Sri Lanka posted a total of 194/6 in their allotted 20 overs. Dasun Shanaka starred with 58...

Jun 14, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

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Sri Lanka’s Sabina Yousaf crowned 2nd runner-up at Mrs. World 2025

Sri Lanka’s Sabina Yousaf has been named the second runner-up at the 41st Mrs. World pageant, earning international recognition for...

Jan 30, 2026 | Entertainment

A New Global Marina Front Address for Sri Lanka Presented by Prime & Melwa

Prime and Melwa have unveiled the Prime Marina Sales Suite at Port City Colombo, a first of its kind in...

Jun 6, 2026 | Business

US Dollar selling rate surpasses Rs. 350

The Sri Lankan Rupee continues to weaken against the US Dollar amidst multiple factors including the ongoing conflict in the...

May 21, 2026 | Business

Sri Lankan Rupee weakens further as US Dollar hits highest level since Dec. 2023

The Sri Lankan Rupee came under further pressure today as the selling rate of the US Dollar rose to Rs....

May 14, 2026 | Business

Sri Lanka beat West Indies in 2nd T20I to level series

Sri Lanka secured a 37-run victory over West Indies in the second T20I, leveling the two-match series 1-1. After winning...

Jun 14, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

IPL 2026 Final: Kohli leads RCB to second straight IPL title

India veteran Virat Kohli produced an explosive knock as Royal Challengers Bengaluru secured a five-wicket win over Gujarat Titans to...

Jun 1, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

IPL 2026 Finals | Royal Challengers Bengaluru take on Gujarat Titans today

Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans will be aiming to clinch their second Indian Premier League (IPL) title when they...

May 31, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

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Dengue breeding sites found in 41% of schools nationwide – Health Minister

Dengue inspections conducted across the country have revealed a high prevalence of dengue mosquito breeding...

Jun 16, 2026 | Local

Ex-President Gotabaya Rajapaksa files petition seeking to prevent arrest

Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has filed a petition with the Court of Appeal seeking an...

FeaturedJun 16, 2026 | Local

HRCSL says probe underway into alleged mistreatment of Suresh Sallay in CID custody

The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) says it is continuing investigations into the...

FeaturedJun 16, 2026 | Local

Bribery Commission warns of strict action against state officials over failure to submit asset declarations

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has directed all public officials...

Jun 15, 2026 | Local

CID informs court of investigation into contempt allegations against six individuals

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) informed the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court today (15) that it...

FeaturedJun 15, 2026 | Local

Shan Wijayalal’s former private secretary arrested over Rs. 16.5 million corruption allegations

A former private secretary to former Chief Minister of the Southern Province Shan Wijayalal De...

Jun 15, 2026 | Local

Former Minister Vijith Wijayamuni Soysa appears before FCID

Former Minister Vijith Wijayamuni Soysa arrived at the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) today (15)....

Jun 15, 2026 | Local

Tech Updates

Nvidia hits new milestone as world's first $5tn company

Nvidia has hit a new milestone, becoming the first company in the world to reach a market value of $5tn...

Nov 2, 2025 | Technology

SpaceX’s Starship spins out of control after flying past points of previous failures

May 31, 2025 | Technology

Local News

Dengue breeding sites found in 41% of schools nationwide – Health Minister

Dengue inspections conducted across the country have revealed a high prevalence of dengue mosquito breeding sites within school premises, the...

Jun 16, 2026 | Local

Ex-President Gotabaya Rajapaksa files petition seeking to prevent arrest

FeaturedJun 16, 2026 | Local

HRCSL says probe underway into alleged mistreatment of Suresh Sallay in CID custody

FeaturedJun 16, 2026 | Local

Bribery Commission warns of strict action against state officials over failure to submit asset declarations

Jun 15, 2026 | Local

Politics

Naveen Dissanayake appointed as UNP Deputy Chairman

Former United National Party MP Naveen Dissanayake has been appointed as the Vice President of the party. It has been...

Jan 5, 2026 | Politics

SJB and UNP to collaborate under a joint political program – Sajith

Oct 10, 2025 | Politics

Minister Ananda Wijepala Responds to Media Reports on CID Officers' Trip to Malaysia to Apprehend Underworld Leader

FeaturedJul 20, 2025 | Politics

Two NPP members of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha abducted: Party says

Jun 27, 2025 | Politics

Business & Economics

A New Global Marina Front Address for Sri Lanka Presented by Prime & Melwa

Prime and Melwa have unveiled the Prime Marina Sales Suite at Port City Colombo, a first of its kind in...

Jun 6, 2026 | Business

US Dollar selling rate surpasses Rs. 350

May 21, 2026 | Business

Sri Lankan Rupee weakens further as US Dollar hits highest level since Dec. 2023

May 14, 2026 | Business

Sri Lanka’s tourist arrivals exceed 840,000 so far this year

Apr 25, 2026 | Business