The Mahanayaka Theros (Chief Prelates) of the three main Nikayas (monastic orders) in Sri Lanka�Siyam, Amarapura, and Ramanna�have issued a joint statement strongly condemning the anti-Sasana and illegal acts committed by a group of �monk impersonators� by misusing the saffron robe of Buddhist monks and transporting drugs. MORE..
26 Apr 2026 (6:41 PM)
The Department of Meteorology has issued an advisory for severe lightning for Western, Sabaragamuwa provinces and Galle, Matara, Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, and Kurunegala districts. MORE..
26 Apr 2026 (5:08 PM)
The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education has issued a circular outlining programmes to be organized in schools, colleges of education, Pirivenas, and teacher training institutes in line with the Vesak Week, to be held alongside the State Vesak Festival. MORE..
26 Apr 2026 (4:20 PM)
A suspect has been arrested in the Jayabima area in Katana for the possession of 52 grams and 200 milligrams of heroin. MORE..
27 Apr 2026 (10:34 AM)
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has taken legal action against several retail outlets found to be selling rice and bottled drinking water at inflated prices. MORE..
27 Apr 2026 (10:34 AM)
King Charles state visit to the U.S. will go ahead as planned on Monday despite a shooting at a White House dinner attended by President Donald Trump, Buckingham Palace said after discussions with U.S. officials. MORE..
27 Apr 2026 (9:41 AM)