Sri Lanka’s trade balance: Vehicle imports drive 29% surge in April trade deficit
Sri Lanka’s trade deficit has widened to USD 717.5 million in April 2025, marking a notable year-on-year increase from USD 557.7 million recorded...
Rise in ‘Rat Fever’ cases prompts nationwide public health alert
Health authorities have issued an urgent public advisory following a noticeable rise in reported cases of Leptospirosis, commonly known as “rat fever”, across...
World Bank warns of worst global slowdown since 2008
The world economy is heading for its worst year since the 2008 financial crash, the World Bank has predicted, as most major economies...
Blockbuster commentary panel revealed for the ultimate test
The third ICC World Test Championship Final is all set to start today (11), and will be played between Australia and South Africa...
Kaduwela Mayor alleges conspiracy behind fall at public event
Kaduwela Mayor Ranjan Jayalal has alleged that his recent fall at a public event was not accidental, but part of a calculated attempt...
NPP courted Pillayan to control Batticaloa Municipal Council – Rasamanickam
Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Parliamentarian Shanakiyan Rasamanickam has alleged that the National People’s Power (NPP) sought the support of former State Minister Sivanesathurai...
Electricity bills to rise again as PUCSL approves 15% tariff hike
Sri Lanka on Wednesday (11) announced a 15% increase in electricity tariffs, aimed at stabilising the finances of the loss-making Ceylon Electricity Board...
President should resign for unlawful prisoner release
Sarvajana Balaya Leader Dilith Jayaweera has called for the resignation of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake over the unlawful release of a prisoner, stating...
Ruling party MP threatens police sergeant over ‘Moonshine’ arrest
A ruling party Member of Parliament has been accused of verbally abusing and threatening an officer at the Welipenna police station following the...
