Fuel production at a critical Australian oil refinery has significantly dropped after a major fire but tougher restrictions will not be introduced, the country’s prime minister has said.

The Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education Ministry has announced that the implementation of Grade 1 education reforms for 2026 is currently underway.

Sri Lanka’s Navy has uncovered approximately 150 kilograms of heroin from a multi‑day fishing vessel intercepted in the deep seaContinue Reading The post Rs. 4 Bn worth of Heroin found in fishing boat intercepted by Navy

Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and Uva provinces and in the KandyContinue Reading The post Afternoon showers expected in some parts of Sri Lanka today appear

The four astronauts of Artemis II say their mission gave the world a sense of hope and unity at a time when both feel in short supply.

Showers or thundershowers are expected to occur at several places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and Uva provinces, as well as in the Kandy and Nuwara Eliya districts after 1.00 p.m. today, the Meteorology Depart

A multi-day local fishing vessel suspected of transporting a consignment of drugs has been brought to the Dikowita Fisheries HarbourContinue Reading The post Suspected narcotics fishing vessel brought to Dikowita harbour

Pakistan’s Foreign Ministry on Thursday confirmed that the United States and Iran were in discussions – through Islamabad – to hold a second meeting between their negotiators to end their now nearly seven-week war, with

Quinton de Kock’s hundred on his comeback to the Mumbai Indians XI was overshadowed by Prabhsimran Singh and Shreyas Iyer’s demolition of the chase of 196 with 21 balls to spare to keep Punjab Kings unbeaten five games i

A 10-day ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon was announced by U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday, six weeks into a renewed war with Hezbollah that has killed more than 2,000 people, caused widespread destructi

Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun has thanked the US president for his efforts to “secure lasting peace and stability”, his office said on X after a phone call between the two leaders.

A tragic drowning incident at the Deduru Oya in the Kuratiyagahamula area of Kobeigane has left at least two people dead and six others missing.

The WhatsApp account of the former Bishop of Badulla Rev. Winston Fernando has been hacked.

Some areas are facing a water shortage as a result of the government’s decision to use the water in the main reservoirs for power generation, Frontline Socialist Party (FSP) alleged.

The Colombo Stock Exchange witnessed a notable recovery on 16th April 2026, as improved market sentiment and supportive developments drove a strong rebound in indices. From the opening bell, the market remained firmly in

WEATHER FORECAST FOR 17 APRIL 2026 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 17 April 2026 by the Department of Meteorology Misty conditions can be expected at some places in Central, Sabaragamuwa, Northcentral and Uva provinces and in Ga

The leaders of Israel and Lebanon have agreed a 10-day ceasefire, US President Donald Trump has said, starting from 17:00 EST (21:00 GMT; midnight local time) on Thursday. For the past six weeks, Israel and Hezbollah – a

Warm Weather Advisory Issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre Issued at 3.30 p.m. on 16 April 2026, valid for 17 April 2026. The Heat index, the temperature felt on human body is likely to increase up to ‘Caut

“Auditor General’s reports a matter for Legislature not the Executive” Former Chairman of the Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) Charitha Herath has said it is the COPE, and not the Secretary to the President, that s

The National Joint Committee (NJC) has urged the government to seek compensation for the environmental damage caused by the US sinking of the unarmed Iranian Frigate IRIS Dena just outside Sri Lanka’s territorial waters 

Former MP Chandana Kathriarachchi was arrested yesterday by the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) at his residence in Piliyandala. Police said the arrest was made during a search operation carried out under a warrant issued

A plant long entangled in folklore dating back to World War II has returned to the national spotlight, as Puttalam District NPP MP Hiruni Wijesinghe has submitted a parliamentary motion seeking urgent action to control a

Residents of the Pallekele area have been left without potable water for days.Although pipe-borne water was restored after several days, residents claim that the water provided is not clean. Investors in the BOI Zone in

Sri Lanka has recorded a rise in the number of PhD holders, alongside a broader shift towards higher educational attainmentContinue Reading The post 7 key education stats: Sri Lanka’s PhD holders rise to 11,757 appeared

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed veteran politician Roelf Meyer as the country’s ambassador to the United States, amidContinue Reading The post South Africa appoints Meyer as US ambassador amid strai

The dog named “Aloka,” which has drawn public attention in connection with the upcoming “Walk for Peace,” will travel inContinue Reading The post ‘Aloka’ to travel in-cabin for Sri Lanka’s ‘Walk for Peace’ appeared first

Two bodies have been recovered, while two others have been admitted to hospital and six persons remain missing after aContinue Reading The post Deduru Oya drowning: Two dead, six missing appeared first on Newswire.

Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire starting on Thursday, US President Donald Trump said, following talks withContinue Reading The post Trump: Israel, Lebanon Agree to 10-Day Ceasefire appeared first on

Pentagon chief Hegseth has warned that US forces are ready to restart combat if Iran rejects a deal. Meanwhile, IranianContinue Reading The post Iran war: US ready to attack if no Iran deal reached appeared first on News

Bus and train services across the island are being increased from Thursday (16) as transport operations return to normal followingContinue Reading The post Bus and train services ramped up after the New Year holidays app

He remained confident on Sri Lanka's potential when others didn't have

Rupee depreciated

Rated at the same level as Abans Finance's National Long-Term Rating

Turnover was 4.96 billion rupees.

The debentures include a non-viability clause whereby they will convert to ordinary voting shares

Major lines like the upcountry line are unrepaired 5 months after being damaged during Cyclone Ditwah

ECONOMYNEXT – Sri Lanka’s Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces and Galle, Matara and Kurunegala districts, valid until 11 pm on Thu

Sri Lanka announced a 100 billion rupee relief package.

Market turnover was 1.9 billion rupees.

Voting shares were issued at a ratio of 1 to 107.2941219933,