In a special operation conducted in Zone 02 of the Yala National Park, officers from the Police Special Task Force (STF) and the Department of Wildlife Conservation have arrested two suspects involved in killing wild animals and harvesting their meat. MORE..
13 Apr 2026 (12:12 PM)
An Amber advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-Central, North-Western and Uva provinces and in the Galle, Matara, Mannar and Vavuniya districts. MORE..
13 Apr 2026 (3:39 PM)
Australia on Monday said a woman would lead its army for the first time in history, as part of a reshuffle of the country s defence force leadership. MORE..
13 Apr 2026 (12:51 PM)
Iran s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) warned today that �no port in the Persian Gulf and the Sea of Oman will be safe� if its own ports are threatened, Iranian state media said ahead of a proposed US blockade. MORE..
13 Apr 2026 (4:18 PM)
The UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer says the UK is not supporting a blockade of Iranian ports. MORE..
13 Apr 2026 (3:34 PM)
The general public has been urged to exercise extreme caution when engaging in firework-related activities and to remain vigilant regarding the safety of children during the festive season. MORE..
13 Apr 2026 (4:56 PM)