The use and purchase of single-use plastic water bottles in all government institutions has been banned with effect from today (31), under a directive issued by the Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government. MORE..

31 May 2026 (11:17 PM)

Public Health Inspectors (PHIs) have identified 148 Vesak dansals operating in violation of health and safety guidelines during a special island-wide inspection programme conducted over the past three days. MORE..

31 May 2026 (9:25 PM)

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31 May 2026 (9:15 PM)

Sri Lanka s largest 24-hour Vesak Dansala , organized by the Derana Media Network, successfully concluded at 7.00 p.m. today (31) after serving tens of thousands of devotees and visitors. MORE..

31 May 2026 (8:43 PM)

A total of 219 people have been injured in clashes between football fans and police across France after Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) won the Champions League final against Arsenal. MORE..

31 May 2026 (8:13 PM)

An individual has been arrested in Wellawatta for allegedly being in possession of and selling liquor illegally. MORE..

31 May 2026 (7:48 PM)