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Cabinet approves revision of bus fares

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal submitted by the Minister of Transport, Highways, and Urban Development to revise...

Jul 1, 2026 | Local

Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith attends Pope Leo XIV’s Extraordinary Consistory at the Vatican

His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith participated in the second Extraordinary Consistory convened by Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican on...

Jul 1, 2026 | Local

Sugeeshwara Bandara further remanded

Former private secretary to former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, political activist Sugeeshwara Bandara, has been further remanded until July 08 after...

Jul 1, 2026 | Local

Bus fares increased; Minimum fare up to Rs. 34

The National Transport Commission (NTC) and the Lanka Private Bus Owners' Association (LPBOA) have agreed to increase the bus fares...

FeaturedJul 1, 2026 | Local

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Morocco through to World Cup round of 16 with shootout win over Netherlands

Morocco beat the Netherlands 3-2 in a penalty shootout on Monday, knocking the Dutch out of the 2026 World Cup...

Jun 30, 2026 | Sports.Football

Brazil survive World Cup scare against Japan to advance

Gabriel Martinelli scored a stoppage-time winner for Brazil to beat plucky Japan 2-1 in the round of 32 at the...

Jun 30, 2026 | Sports.Football

Paraguay declares national holiday after team shock Germany at World Cup

Paraguay President Santiago Pena declared a national holiday for Tuesday to celebrate the country's shock victory over Germany that sent...

Jun 30, 2026 | Sports.Football

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Venezuela twin earthquakes: death toll rises above 1,700

Venezuelan authorities have raised the death toll to more than1,700 deaths from the twin earthquakes of magnitude 7.2 and 7.5...

Jun 30, 2026 | World

Chinese tycoon sentenced to 30 years in US jail

Guo Wengui, who was once believed to be one of China's richest businessmen, has been sentenced to 30 years in...

Jun 30, 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

On the Field

Rohit Sharma conferred Padma Shri for outstanding contribution to Indian cricket

Former India captain Rohit Sharma has added another prestigious honour to his decorated career after being awarded the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian awards, for his immense contribution to cricket. President Droupadi Murmu presented the Padma Awards 2026 during the second Civil Investiture Ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan...

Jun 24, 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

Home Lands Breaks Ground on ‘Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo’, Commencing Construction of The Indian Ocean's Next Wonder

Market leader, Home Lands Group, officially commenced construction of Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo with a ceremonial groundbreaking held...

Jun 27, 2026 | Business

Arjun Jeger of DC Group Named in Campaign Asia’s 40 Under 40

Colombo, Sri Lanka: Arjun Jeger, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of DC Group, has been named to Campaign Asia’s prestigious 40...

Jun 19, 2026 | Business

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

Rohit Sharma conferred Padma Shri for outstanding contribution to Indian cricket

Former India captain Rohit Sharma has added another prestigious honour to his decorated career after being awarded the Padma Shri,...

Jun 24, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

Separate Changing Room for Sooryavanshi in England – Here’s Why

India’s teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi will be required to use separate changing facilities during India’s upcoming T20 tour of...

Jun 24, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

Sri Lanka collapse as West Indies Select XI seal 15-run victory

Sri Lanka suffered a dramatic batting collapse as the West Indies Select XI secured a 15-run victory in their four-day...

Jun 21, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

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Bus fares increased; Minimum fare up to Rs. 34

The National Transport Commission (NTC) and the Lanka Private Bus Owners' Association (LPBOA) have agreed...

FeaturedJul 1, 2026 | Local

Cabinet approves revision of bus fares

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal submitted by the Minister of Transport, Highways,...

Jul 1, 2026 | Local

Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith attends Pope Leo XIV’s Extraordinary Consistory at the Vatican

His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith participated in the second Extraordinary Consistory convened by Pope Leo...

Jul 1, 2026 | Local

Sugeeshwara Bandara further remanded

Former private secretary to former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, political activist Sugeeshwara Bandara, has been further...

Jul 1, 2026 | Local

Former SIS Director Suresh Sallay calls off hunger strike

The former Director of the State Intelligence Service (SIS), Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay, has...

FeaturedJul 1, 2026 | Local

ADB approves $200 million emergency assistance for Sri Lanka’s post-cyclone Ditwah recovery

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $200 million emergency assistance package for Sri...

Jul 1, 2026 | Local

Dengue cases exceed 55,000 in Sri Lanka; death toll rises to 32

The number of dengue cases reported in Sri Lanka thus far in 2026 has exceeded...

Jul 1, 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

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Bus fares increased; Minimum fare up to Rs. 34

The National Transport Commission (NTC) and the Lanka Private Bus Owners' Association (LPBOA) have agreed to increase the bus fares...

FeaturedJul 1, 2026 | Local

Cabinet approves revision of bus fares

Jul 1, 2026 | Local

Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith attends Pope Leo XIV’s Extraordinary Consistory at the Vatican

Jul 1, 2026 | Local

Sugeeshwara Bandara further remanded

Jul 1, 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

Home Lands Breaks Ground on ‘Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo’, Commencing Construction of The Indian Ocean's Next Wonder

Market leader, Home Lands Group, officially commenced construction of Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo with a ceremonial groundbreaking held...

Jun 27, 2026 | Business

Arjun Jeger of DC Group Named in Campaign Asia’s 40 Under 40

Jun 19, 2026 | Business

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

Jun 6, 2026 | Business

US Dollar selling rate surpasses Rs. 350

May 21, 2026 | Business