Four individuals have been arrested at four separate locations in Pettah in connection with the possession and distribution of a large stock of narcotics tablets valued at nearly Rs. 20 million. MORE..

25 Apr 2026 (6:16 PM)

The latest monthly Global Seasonal Climate Update issued by the World Meteorological Organisation (WMO) has indicated a clear shift in the Equatorial Pacific, with rapidly rising sea-surface temperatures pointing towards a likely return of El Nino conditions as early as May-July 2026. MORE..

25 Apr 2026 (5:47 PM)

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has projected a significant increase in the country s fuel import expenditure in 2026, citing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and continued volatility in global oil markets as key contributing factors. MORE..

25 Apr 2026 (5:21 PM)

Residents of Pitakanda village in the Ayagama Divisional Secretariat Division of Ratnapura District are calling for the installation of lightning protection systems owing to the serious and ongoing threat due to frequent lightning strikes. MORE..

25 Apr 2026 (4:44 PM)

A clear majority of Americans blame President Donald Trump for surging gasoline prices, which is weighing on his Republican Party ahead of November s congressional midterm elections, according to a Reuters'Ipsos poll. MORE..

25 Apr 2026 (4:22 PM)

A total of 20 individuals directly linked to criminal activities have been identified and arrested under the Nation United - National Drive campaign aimed at eradicating narcotics from the country, according to a report issued yesterday (24). MORE..

25 Apr 2026 (3:56 PM)