In response to concerns over the risks posed by fixed structures at the Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana and the recent Jeju Air Flight 2216 tragedy at Muan International Airport, South Korea, which claimed 179 lives, Minister Bimal Ratnayake

Former South African star cricketer Jonty Rhodes and his family embark on a Sri Lankan adventure in a rented three-wheeler driven by Rhodes himself. Sri Lanka has been a favourite surf destination for the Rhodes family for some time now.

The government is aiming to increase the quality in the tourism sector just as quantity in order to attract high-end tourists to the country, Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath said.

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has announced the extension of the suspension of Perpetual Treasuries Limited (PTL) from engaging in the business and activities of a Primary Dealer for an additional six months.

The Pakistan Naval Academy held a commissioning parade on Saturday to mark the graduation of 49 midshipmen and 29 short-service commissioning cadets, including officers from Iraq, Sri Lanka and other countries, according to a statement from the Pakis

The Constitutional Council (CC) has approved the appointments of High Court Judges K.M. Sarath Dissanayake and Pradeep Hettiarachchi to the Court of Appeal.

The attention of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has been drawn to the progress of projects currently being implemented under the World Bank-sponsored programme aimed at modernising school education in the country.

Let lovers make love! Why should others bothered about it? What has social media got to do with it?’’ asked Agriculture Minister K.D. Lalkantha from the media after an event.

In line with the Clean Sri Lanka project, the Sri Lanka Police has launched two traffic initiatives aimed at reducing accidents and easing congestion.

Team India will miss out on a place in the World Test Championship final for the first time since the tournament’s inception, as the side faced a 6-wicket defeat to Australia in the fifth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Sunday. The

While denying reports that death row inmate Duminda Silva is receiving special facilities at the Prison Hospital, the Prisons Department released photographs of the ward where Silva is being treated.

A judge has ordered that Donald Trump will be sentenced on 10 January in his hush-money case in New York - less than two weeks before he is set to be sworn in as president.

A Japanese woman, recognised as the world’s oldest person by Guinness World Records, has died aged 116.

Litro Gas announced today (4) that their domestic LP gas prices will remain unchanged this month under the Litro gas price formula.

The 31st edition of “FACETS Sri Lanka - 2025 International Gem and Jewellery Exhibition” was inaugurated today (January 4) by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Cinnamon Grand, Colombo.

Stargazers around the globe were treated to a stunning celestial scene on Friday as Venus appeared shining brightly above a crescent Moon.

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is slated to undertake his state visit to China from January 13 to 17, an informed source said.

Around 150 elephants, including tuskers and calves, are reportedly trapped and starving in the Oyamaduwa area following a failed attempt to relocate them from regions such as Sravastipura, Thambuttegama, Vilachchiya, Moragoda and Thanthirimale in the

Yoshitha Rajapaksa, second son of former President Mahinda  Rajapaksa, has accused the present NPP government of resorting to a political witch-hunt over a case which allegedly took place when he was a  school student.   

Sri Lanka has secured the 33rd spot globally for its ease of obtaining visas, a key element bolstering Colombo’s reputation as a top destination in South Asia and the country’s competitiveness as a tourist destination, according to Brand Finance.

In a bid to boost revenue from tourism, the Tourism Ministry has decided to allow visitors at historic rock fortress Sigiriya at moon-lit nights.

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) will decide whether to do away with the maximum retail price of rice or not, only after price stabilisation in accordance with imports, an official said.

The Association of Veterinarians for Humane Management of Animal Populations has addressed concerns regarding the rising number of emergency treatments at the Badulla Teaching Hospital for cat and dog bite victims. The association said that 95% of th

Sri Lanka’s tax revenue reached an alltime high in 2024, with the Inland Revenue Department (IRD) collecting Rs.1,958 billion, a 25 percent jump from the previous year. However, despite the strong growth, the collection fell short of the government

With soaring living costs and shrinking job opportunities, Sri Lanka’s economic crisis has forced many women into unimaginable circumstances. Desperation has driven thousands to turn to online prostitution as a means of survival, bearing the brunt

The Colombo Education Fair, featuring a wide range of local and international educational institutions, commenced today (03) at the BMICH. Aimed at students who have completed their General and Advanced Level examinations and are seeking higher educa

Hatton Police have initiated legal action against 12 bus drivers for operating vehicles fitted with unauthorised accessories that posed risks to passengers and the public.

The former Millaniya Pradeshiya Sabha (PS) member, Ravindra Nawamuni, who was arrested for sharing a post on social media insulting NPP MP Nilanthi Kottahachchi, has been granted by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court.

Around 42,000 patients had obtained emergency treatment at the Badulla Teaching Hospital and 6,700 of them were victims of cat and dog bite victims, an official said today.