Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Dr. Anil Jayantha says the recent depreciation of the Sri Lankan Rupee against the US Dollar is not the result of any government policy or wrong decision, but rather a consequence of the global crisis triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. MORE..
22 May 2026 (5:14 PM)
The Department of Meteorology has revealed that several regions across the island have recorded rainfall exceeding 300 mm due to the relentless torrential downpours. MORE..
22 May 2026 (12:21 PM)
Twenty-one wanted criminal suspects, including alleged underworld figures �Mahawatta Chamara� and �Kudu Duminda,� who were deported from Dubai, have arrived at the Mattala International Airport early this morning (22), according to Sri Lanka Police. MORE..
22 May 2026 (1:10 PM)
Due to the prevailing rainy weather conditions, steps have been taken to close six schools in the Dehiowita Education Zone today (22). MORE..
22 May 2026 (1:07 PM)
The Road Development Authority (RDA) has urged motorists to pay close attention to the cautionary messages displayed on electronic signboards when driving on expressways amid the ongoing heavy rainfall. MORE..
22 May 2026 (5:38 PM)
Due to heavy rainfall experienced in several areas within the Kelani River Basin, flooding has been reported at multiple locations between Avissawella and Hanwella. MORE..
22 May 2026 (10:56 AM)