At least 100 deaths have been reported in an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with more than 390 cases suspected, the head of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has told the BBC. Jea

US President Donald Trump has said he is holding off a military attack on Iran planned for Tuesday at the request of Gulf states as “serious negotiations are now taking place”. In a post on Truth Social, he said he had b

The Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026 will officially commence on July 17 with a rematch of the 2024 final, which was the last time the LPL was held, featuring reigning champions Jaffna and 2024 runners-up Galle. The tourn

Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) have qualified for the IPL 2026 playoffs, taking Gujarat Titans with them. Chennai Super Kings (CSK), meanwhile, are on the brink of elimination. MS Dhoni made it to the ground for the first tim

Mushfiqur Rahim’s 14th Test century headlined Bangladesh’s dominance on the third day of the Sylhet Test. His knock and fifties from Litton Das and Mahmudul Hasan Joy helped Bangladesh set a target of 437. Pakistan batte

WEATHER FORECAST FOR 19 MAY 2026 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 19 May 2026 by the Department of Meteorology The South-West monsoon is gradually getting established over the island. Showers or thundershowers will occur at times

At least 100 deaths have been reported in an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with more than 390 cases suspected, the head of the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention has told the BBC.

The Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Ministry launched its revamped official website along with a new Common Website Platform for Sri Lanka Missions abroad at a ceremony held on 18 May 2026 at the Ministry

An opposition grouping alleged yesterday (18) that the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) had become a political tool in the hands of the JVP/NPP to suppress the Opposition both in an

In line with the 17th National War Heroes’ Commemoration Day, which falls on 19 May, a total of 5,289 Tri Service personnel have been granted promotions to their next respective ranks in recognition of their dedicated se

Kalutara is the worst affected district due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions. According to the Disaster Management Centre (DMC) of approximately 200 houses partially damaged so far, about 90% are in the Kalut

As the world prepares to observe the International Day for Biological Diversity, commonly known as World Biodiversity Day, on May 22, Sri Lanka stands as a vivid example of how a relatively small island can hold an extra

Sri Lanka’s economic growth outlook for 2026 remains uncertain due to changing global conditions and external shocks, Central Bank GovernorContinue Reading The post What’s happening to SL Rupee? CB Governor explains appe

Indian stand-up comedian Ankita Shrivastav has spoken publicly for the first time about how she fell victim to an elaborateContinue Reading The post ‘Your parcel has drugs’: Indian artist reveals How she got scammed appe

Former England Test captain Mike Smith has died at the age of 92, his former county side Warwickshire announced on Monday.

The Colombo Stock Exchange commenced the week on a sharply negative note, as intensified geopolitical tensions and continued uncertainty surrounding global economic conditions triggered broad-based selling pressure acros

Police said legal action will be taken against former MP Wimal Weeransa and a group of 35 people who obstructed the rehearsal of the War Heroes’ Commemoration and duties of the police officers on duty.

The Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development today signed an agreement to import 104 new buses for Metro Transit, a subsidiary of the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB), in a move aimed at improving the countr

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) expects nearly $ 1 billion in inflows from multilateral agencies to provide additional bandwidth to stabilise the exchange rate, as the rupee comes under pressure from

A tense situation was reported between the police and a group led by former MP Wimal Weerawansa near the War Heroes’ Memorial in Battaramulla after the group attempted to hold a War Heroes’ commemmoration.

The bodies of four Italian divers who went missing during a scuba diving accident in the Maldives last week have been located, officials have confirmed to the BBC.

Spain’s High Court has acquitted ‌Colombian pop star Shakira of tax fraud and overturned the 55 million euro ($64 million) fine imposed in 2021 by the Spanish tax agency, according to a court document seen by Reuters on

Sri Lanka could see major economic gains from a proposed land bridge connecting the island with India, according to aContinue Reading The post New report sees major upside in India-Sri Lanka land bridge proposal appeared

A high-level discussion aimed at protecting Sri Lanka’s northern coastal waters and marine ecosystems was held today at the Environment Ministry, with special focus on preventing environmental pollution and strengthening

Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has lost his lawsuit against OpenAI and its leadership after a U.S. jury ruled against hisContinue Reading The post Elon Musk loses legal battle against ChatGPT maker OpenAI appeared fi

Due to seasonal impacts following the festive period and the increase in energy prices

Sub-indices declined during the month compared to the seasonal peak in March

One of many African countries dependent on fuel imports from the Gulf, Kenya has been heavily hit by Iran’s effectiveContinue Reading The post Transport disrupted across Kenya amid strike over fuel prices appeared first

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism has launched a revamped official website along with a new commonContinue Reading The post Foreign Ministry launches revamped website and a common platform f

Shakira has been acquitted of tax fraud and will receive more than £50m from the Spanish government after a legalContinue Reading The post Shakira awarded £50 million refund after acquittal in Spanish tax case appeared f

A circular has been issued instructing Dansal organisers not to use Buddhist flags to direct the public to Vesak Dansals,Continue Reading The post Instructions issued to use yellow flags instead of Buddhist flags to dire

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa paid tribute to Sri Lanka’s war heroes on Victory Day, saying the country regained peace throughContinue Reading The post Mahinda Rajapaksa pays tribute to war heroes on Victory Day app

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay on Monday expressed solidarity with the global Tamil diaspora on the occasion ofContinue Reading The post Tamil Nadu CM Vijay marks Mullivaikkal Remembrance Day with message of s

The telegraphic transfer rate for the dollar was 327.5000 buying, 334.5000 selling.

Market turnover was 4.89 billion rupees.

Market turnover was 4.89 billion rupees.

Sri Lanka's oil import bill has jumped sharply after the Middle Eastern conflist