The heat index, which reflects the temperature felt by the human body, is likely to increase to the ‘Caution’ level in parts of the Eastern Province and several districts during the daytime, the Meteorological Department

Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has appointed former Sri Lanka cricketer Hashan Tillakaratne as the Batting Coach of the Senior Men’s Program.

The Police are seeking public assistance to identify and apprehend a suspect allegedly involved in a series of fraudulent activities and thefts targeting hotels and commercial establishments.

The Supplementary Estimate to provide Rs. 7500 million required by the government to purchase paddy from the 2026 Yala season was approved by Parliament today.

Hundreds of people have reportedly experienced vision problems following the use of excessively bright electric lights as decorations at a temple in Jaffna.

The Sri Lanka Police have appealed to the public for information to help locate three Chinese nationals wanted in connection with an alleged abduction and murder at Colombo Port City

Sri Lanka has exported its first consignment of fresh pineapples to Pakistan, opening a new overseas market for the country’s agricultural products.

The wife of former State Intelligence Service Director Maj. Gen. (Retd.) Suresh Sallay has made a fresh appeal to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake not to extend the detention order against her husband, citing what she

A total of 1,654 fatal road accidents have been reported in Sri Lanka from the beginning of the year to yesterday (20), Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of the Traffic Control and Road Safety Division W.P.J.

Joe Root’s second tenure as full-time England Test captain, began with a stellar display against Pakistan, where the team acedContinue Reading The post ICC World Test Championship Points Table appeared first on Newswire.

FIFA banned three Argentina players, including a 10-match suspension for midfielder Leandro Paredes, for striking Spain opponents moments after losing the World Cup final. The ban for Paredes, who grabbed Spain’s Eric Ga

The wife of former State Intelligence Service Director Maj. Gen. (Retd.) Suresh Sallay has made a fresh appeal to PresidentContinue Reading The post Sallay’s wife makes fresh appeal to president not to extend detention o

A snake named after the Hollywood star Jodie Foster has made a full recovery after receiving cancer treatment normally used in humans.

Sri Lanka has exported its first consignment of fresh pineapples to Pakistan, marking a new milestone in the country’s agriculturalContinue Reading The post Sri Lankan pineapples enter Pakistan market for first time appe

A suspect has been arrested in connection with the theft of gold jewellery and cash worth Rs. 24,000,000 from aContinue Reading The post Suspect arrested over Rs. 24 million gold, cash theft in Mount Lavinia appeared fir

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa left the Police Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) today (21) after providingContinue Reading The post Namal Rajapaksa gives six-hour statement to FCID ap

The Department of Meteorology has issued a warm weather advisory for the Eastern province and Jaffna, Kilinochchi, Vavuniya, Mullaitivu, MonaragalaContinue Reading The post Warm weather advisory issued for several areas

A meeting of the Special Cabinet Sub-Committee and Officials’ Committee appointed to address the impacts of the El Nino climateContinue Reading The post President orders action before reservoirs run dry amid dry weather

A total of 1,654 fatal road accidents have been reported from the beginning of the year to Aug. 20, claimingContinue Reading The post 1,749 killed in road accidents in Sri Lanka so far this year appeared first on Newswir

Media Release 21st August 2026 Sri Lanka Cricket wishes to announce the appointment of Hashan Tillakaratne as the Batting CoachContinue Reading The post Hashan Tillakaratne appointed Sri Lanka men’s batting coach appeare

Police have received reports of vehicles and motorcycles being stolen after motorists and riders left them unattended due to negligence,Continue Reading The post Police warn motorists over vehicle thefts linked to neglig

Sri Lanka’s national shooting team returned to the island recently after achieving an impressive haul of 10 medals, including three gold, four silver and three bronze medals, at two major international shooting champions

The US Open will offer the biggest prize fund in Grand Slam history with a total of $108m (£79.2m) on offer – marking a 20% increase on last year. The singles’ champions will receive $5.5m (£4.03m) each in a 10% increase

Imran Khan the incarcerated former prime minister and Pakistan captain, has been shifted to a private hospital in Islamabad for treatment on the orders of the country’s Supreme Court. The development comes after a three-

Mondo Duplantis smashed his own meeting record with 6.21m at the pole vault city event in Lausanne on Thursday, following a historic showdown with Greek rival Emmanouil Karalis. Duplantis clinched victory with a first-ti

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake instructed the security forces to expedite the release and return of lands in the Northern and Eastern Provinces that were taken over during the conflict and have now been identified as

The Director Genaral of  the Department of Government Information in a statement says that the Government has declared 21, 22 and 23 August 2026 as National Days of Mourning in honour of the late esteemed musician, Dr. N

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNBC that Washington will impose the “toughest sanctions in history” to “collapse” the Iranian government, calling on other nations, including China, to join the effort. Details o

WEATHER FORECAST FOR 21 AUGUST 2026 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 21 August 2026 by the Department of Meteorology Several spells of showers will occur in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Galle

By Shamindra Ferdinando Former External Affairs Minister Prof. G. L. Peiris yesterday (20) said that the Supreme Court bench to hear the petitions against the 22nd Amendment (22A) to the Constitution should consist of al

lt;strong gt;By Ranjith Padmasiri nbsp; nbsp; lt;/strong gt; Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody, who was indicted on corruption charges, was released on bail by the Colombo High Court on Friday after having his fingerprints

A renewed call for integrity, excellence and solidarity within the legal profession took centre stage at a women lawyers rsquo; gathering held in Hulftsdorp last week, where Supreme Court Justice Kumuduni Wickremasinghe

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lt;strong gt;By Jayani Madawla lt;/strong gt; The prevailing heatwave that Sri Lanka is experiencing is expected to continue through mid-May according to the Department of Meteorology. Experts warn that the situation cou