Special probe launched into Navy craft accident off Angulana

The Sri Lanka Navy has appointed a special board of inquiry to conduct a preliminary investigation into the accident involving...

Aug 16, 2026 | Local

Severe drought and extreme heat hit several districts

Temperatures are expected to reach between 39°C and 45°C in several districts, with the Department of Meteorology warning that the...

Aug 16, 2026 | Local

Special traffic plan implemented in Kaduwela today

A special traffic plan will be implemented in the Kaduwela area today (16) due to the annual ‘Diya Kapima’ of...

Aug 16, 2026 | Local

Public approval of government drops to 50%

Government approval and economic indicators recorded a prominent decline, according to the latest 'Mood of the Nation' public opinion poll...

FeaturedAug 16, 2026 | Local

Niroshan Dickwella returns to Sri Lanka squad for test series against India

Flamboyant wicketkeeper-batter Niroshan Dickwella is set to make a return to Sri Lanka's Test setup after being named in a...

Aug 13, 2026 | Sports.Cricket

Nvidia hits new milestone as world's first $5tn company

Nvidia has hit a new milestone, becoming the first company in the world to reach a market value of $5tn...

Nov 2, 2025 | Technology

Public approval of government drops to 50%

Government approval and economic indicators recorded a prominent decline, according to the latest 'Mood of the Nation' public opinion poll...

FeaturedAug 16, 2026 | Local

Naveen Dissanayake appointed as UNP Deputy Chairman

Former United National Party MP Naveen Dissanayake has been appointed as the Vice President of the party. It has been...

Jan 5, 2026 | Politics

Baby Memorial Hospital Highlights Advances in Scoliosis Surgery, Outlines Support for Sri Lankan Patients

COLOMBO - Doctors from Baby Memorial Hospital (BMH) India said scoliosis surgery has become significantly safer and more predictable in...

Aug 11, 2026 | Business