The National System Operator (NSO) has requested the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) and the Ministry of Energy to impose one-hour power cuts in four zones over three days, starting today (19).

Sri Lanka’s first insulin manufacturing plant is expected to begin production in 2027, following the completion of construction and the necessary validation processes, Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has arrested Sanjaya Samarasinghe, the private secretary to Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaksa.

Officers of the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) have recorded a statement lasting approximately four hours from Venerable Ulapane Sumangala Thero over allegations that police assaulted Venerable Balangoda Kassapa Thero at

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed an expert committee to investigate the death of tusker Kavanthissa in the Siyambalangamuwa area of Galgamuwa on or around October 16 and recommend a national elephant cons

The United National Party (UNP) today questioned the government’s alleged failure to accord an official diplomatic welcome to Thai Deputy Prime Minister Suphajee Suthumpun and provide her with adequate security during he

Former President Maithripala Sirisena has apologised to the Maha Sangha over a technical error in the documentation relating to the presidential pardon granted to Ven. Galaboda Aththe Gnanasara Thera, saying the failure

Sri Lanka Customs officers have seized narcotics worth approximately Rs. 67.53 million from 11 foreign postal parcels at the Central Mail Exchange in Colombo.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has clarified that Thai Deputy Prime Minister Suphajee Suthumpun visited Sri Lanka in her private capacity to participate in the enshrinement ceremony at the Mihintale temple alongside Bud

Sri Lankan think tank Verité Research has taken part in high-level discussions on global debt, inequality and governance at the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group in Ba

India has announced measures to reduce the prices of 137 cancer medicines by up to 70%, in a move aimedContinue Reading The post India to slash prices of 137 cancer medicines by up to 70% appeared first on Newswire.

Sri Lankan state media have reported that a suspect arrested in connection with the shooting of iconic wild tusker KavantissaContinue Reading The post Tusker Kavanthissa shot by SLPP member – State Media appeared first o

A total of 19 selected fishermen affected by the Ditwah disaster in Kilinochchi District received boats on a subsidy basisContinue Reading The post 19 fishermen affected by Ditwah disaster receive boats in Kilinochchi ap

Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) in charge of Traffic Control and Road Safety, W.P.J. Senadheera, has revealed further detailsContinue Reading The post Akurana accident: Police reveal new details, investigate dri

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has fined Sri Lanka and Pakistan for maintaining slow over-rates during the opening match ofContinue Reading The post Tri-Series opener – Sri Lanka, Pakistan fined by ICC appeared

  Sanjaya Samarasinghe, the private secretary to Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser and MP Namal Rajapaksa, has beenContinue Reading The post Namal Rajapaksa’s private secretary arrested by Bribery Com

The Nepalese government has initiated steps to recover land in Colombo that was allegedly sold to private individuals by itsContinue Reading The post Nepal seeks to recover embassy land in Colombo allegedly sold without

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed an expert committee to investigate all aspects surrounding the death of the tusker ‘Kavanthissa’Continue Reading The post President appoints expert committee to probe Tusk

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has clarified that Thai Deputy Prime Minister Suphajee Suthumpun’s recent visit to Sri Lanka wasContinue Reading The post Foreign Ministry rejects UNP allegations over Thai Deputy PM’s Sri

Bangladesh has raised concerns with Saudi Arabia after two of its nationals were executed in Mecca without prior notification toContinue Reading The post Bangladesh says it was not informed of its citizens’ execution by

WEATHER FORECAST FOR 19 OCTOBER 2026 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 19 October 2026 by the Department of Meteorology Misty conditions can be expected at some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces during

Bank of China Colombo branch last Thursday became Sri Lanka’s first renminbi (RMB) clearing bank, formally launching operations that allow trade and investment with China to be settled directly in the Chinese currency, r

By Chaminda Silva The government’s ambitious plans to overhaul Sri Lanka’s school education system and introduce new curricula could face serious implementation difficulties, with teacher unions warning that a longstandi

The Norochcholai coal power plant will remain disconnected from the national grid for several days following Saturday’s countrywide power failure, as authorities continue to follow safety procedures after the incident. T

By Norman Palihawadane President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday said a businessman, arrested with a caches of firearms, ammunition and hand grenades, had links to a politician, as authorities continued investigations

The Ministry of Environment has called for an immediate and comprehensive investigation into the death of iconic tusker Kawanthissa and allegations of organised operations targeting wild elephants across the country. In

The government has proposed amendments to the Civil Procedure Code to allow witnesses to give evidence before courts through live audio-visual links, including from locations outside Sri Lanka. The Civil Procedure Code (

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has condemned the alleged assault on Buddhist monks protesting at Viharamahadevi Park in Colombo, on Saturday evening, accusing the government of using force against monks chanting piri

Sri Lanka’s first passenger transport drone has arrived in the country, with its maiden flight scheduled to take place at Colombo Port City by the end of this month, the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) said

by Prof. M. W. Amarasiri de Silva Sri Lanka’s official crude divorce rate is among the lowest in the world, sitting at roughly 0.15 divorces per 1,000 people per year, which translates to about nine legally finalised div

Timing aligns with national policy discussions By Sanath Nanayakkare The USA–Sri Lanka Chamber of Commerce is exploring an innovative promotional initiative to showcase Sri Lanka’s tourism, cultural heritage, and commerc