US President Donald Trump said on Thursday he would give the European Union until July 4 to implement trade deal commitments before he raises tariffs on EU goods including cars to �much higher levels.� MORE..
8 May 2026 (9:14 AM)
Following the official state ceremony held to welcome the President of Vietnam, To Lam, who is currently undertaking a two-day official visit to Sri Lanka, several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed between the two countries. MORE..
8 May 2026 (12:05 PM)
The US on Thursday urged countries to support its United Nations resolution demanding Iran halt attacks and mining of the Strait of Hormuz, but diplomats said China and Russia are likely to veto it. MORE..
8 May 2026 (9:04 AM)
The Special Presidential Commission of Inquiry appointed to investigate coal procurement between 2009 and April 16, 2026, has commenced its preliminary investigations. MORE..
8 May 2026 (3:30 PM)
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) General Secretary, Sagara Kariyawasam, claims that the death of former SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena seems suspicious. MORE..
8 May 2026 (4:21 PM)
Former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, was found dead at a residence in Colpetty, according to Police. MORE..
8 May 2026 (10:26 AM)