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We are collectively pursuing towards building Sri Lanka as an Island of Peace and Humanity, which grows stronger economically and socially and stands with dignity before the world – President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayaike in his Deepavali message said that the government is collectively pursuing towards building Sri Lanka as an Island of Peace and Humanity, which grows stronger economically and socially and stands with dignity before the worl...

Second phase of free spectacles programme for University Students held at University of Ruhuna

The second phase of the programme launched by the President’s Fund to provide free spectacles to university students was held on Saturday (07) at the University of Ruhuna. A total of 458 students identified during the eye-screening clinic held on 10 October re...

Secretary to the President directs establishment of Special Emergency Response Task Force under Colombo Municipal Council

Officials of the Colombo Municipal Council informed a meeting held at the Presidential Secretariat that the main cause of the flash floods in Colombo on Friday afternoon (06) was the exceptionally heavy rainfall of approximately 129 mm within one hour. They ex...

Flying taxis tested in Colombo ahead of official demonstration

Passenger drones are currently undergoing test flights at Colombo Port City ahead of an official demonstration scheduled for November 11.

NBRO issues landslide early warnings for eight districts amid heavy rainfall

Two more spill gates of Daduru Oya Reservoir opened

Three killed, 4 injured in bus-van collision in Warakapola

3 killed, 4 injured in bus-van collision in Warakapola

Three people have been killed and four others injured in a road accident involving a Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB)

Clearing of blocked canals begins following Colombo floods

The Sri Lanka Land Development Corporation and the Colombo Municipal Council have launched special operations to clear blocked canals and

Special Emergency Response Task Force to be established under Colombo Municipal Council

Prime Minister returns to Sri Lanka following participation in CHOGM 2026

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya returned to Sri Lanka today (7 November 2026), following her participation in the 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) 2026 held in Antigua and Barbuda. The Prime Minister arrived at the Bandaranaike Inter...

National Deepawali Festival 2026 to be celebrated in Matale

The Ministry of Buddhasasana, Religious and Cultural Affairs and the Department of Hindu Religious and Cultural Affairs, in collaboration with the Matale District Secretariat and the Management Board of the Sri Muthumariamman Temple, Matale, will organise the...

Liquor shops closed tomorrow in several areas due to Deepavali

Advisory for severe lightning

Advisory for severe lightning Issued by the Natural Hazards Early Warning Centre of the Department of Meteorology Issued on 07 November 2026 at 12:52 pm valid from 07 November 2026 01:00 pm until 08 November 2026 08:00 am Thundershowers accompanied with severe...

Colombo floods: Government announces emergency response task force

Presidential Secretary Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake has instructed authorities to establish a special operations task force under the Colombo Municipal

Former state company officer arrested over alleged US$5,830 loss

A former Supply Officer of Lanka Phosphate Company has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or

Government plans to replace ageing state vehicle fleet after Rs. 25 billion repair bill

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says the government plans to replace its ageing vehicle fleet after spending nearly Rs. 25 billion

Heavy rain warning issued for 14 districts, rainfall above 100 mm expected

The Department of Meteorology has issued a yellow-level warning for heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm in several areas across 14

Advisory issued for heavy rainfall above 100 mm in parts of Sri Lanka

Sajith and Japanese Ambassador explore new areas of cooperation

Strengthening cooperation between Sri Lanka and Japan in economic development, technology, smart agriculture, sustainable fisheries and disaster management was among

Colombo’s drainage system designed to handle 30mm of rainfall - Mayor

Three types of drugs, including over 3kg of Heroin, seized in Madiwela

A 25-year-old man was arrested with heroin, crystal methamphetamine (ICE) and Kush during a raid conducted by the Western Province

JETOUR global sales cross 2.56 million vehicles as brand expands to over 100 countries

Chinese automotive brand JETOUR has recorded cumulative global sales exceeding 2.56 million vehicles, marking a significant milestone in its

Underworld figure ‘Kaiwaru Muthu’ remanded

Four missing while bathing in a stream in Deniyaya

Why Colombo flooded within hours: Met Department explains

The Department of Meteorology has attributed the sudden flooding experienced in Colombo to exceptionally intense rainfall within a short period,

Police launch inquiry into dangerous construction damaging nearby properties in Nawala

Police have launched an inquiry into complaints of dangerous construction activities near Sudarshana Mawatha in Nawala, which residents claim are

PM Harini Amarasuriya returns to Sri Lanka following CHOGM 2026

PM Harini returns to Sri Lanka after attending CHOGM 2026

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya returned to Sri Lanka today (7) following her participation in the 28th Commonwealth Heads of

President signals further PAYE tax relief in 2027 Budget

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said the government expects to further increase the Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE) tax threshold through the 2027 Budget, which is scheduled to be presented to Parliament next week.