An investigation has been launched by the Central Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) following reports of a possible assassination attempt targeting death row inmate Chaminda Ravi Jayanath, who was convicted of the murder of Bharatha Lakshman Premachandra. MORE..
11 Apr 2026 (10:13 PM)
Claiming �historic achievements� in the fight against Iran, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said in a video statement on Saturday (April 11, 2026) that the �campaign is not yet over,� but Israel managed to foil Iran s nuclear ambitions. MORE..
12 Apr 2026 (8:40 AM)
The first round of direct talks between the United States and Iran in Islamabad has concluded with negotiators exchanging written texts on key issues, Iranian media reported. MORE..
12 Apr 2026 (12:13 AM)
A tense situation unfolded this afternoon (11) at the Matara Cooperative Hospital following an attempt by a group affiliated with the National People s Power (NPP) to assume administrative control without a formal election. MORE..
11 Apr 2026 (8:37 PM)
The Sri Lanka rupee had depreciated by 1.8 per cent against the US dollar in 2026, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has confirmed. MORE..
11 Apr 2026 (7:56 PM)
The special bus service launched in view of the Sinhala and Hindu New Year is currently operating in both directions, the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) stated. MORE..
11 Apr 2026 (6:25 PM)