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ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026: Complete Stats Round-Up

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 is underway, bringing together the world's top teams in cricket's most fast-paced format. As the tournament unfolds, individual performances are ... Read More


Customs foil major cannabis smuggling attempt at BIA

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- Officers attached to the Narcotics Control Unit of Sri Lanka Customs intercepted two Indian nationals attempting to smuggle a large consignment of narcotics into the country via ... Read More


Experts warn of health risks to children as air quality turns unhealthy

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- With air pollution levels in Colombo rising to unhealthy levels, health experts are raising alarm over the potential impact on public health, particularly on children. Poor air ... Read More


Govt in talks with ICC to hand Sri Lanka Cricket to Interim Committee: Minister

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Mr. Sunil Kumara Gamage said that discussions are underway with the International Cricket Council (ICC) to hand over the administration of S... Read More


Retired Health Ministry chief clerk arrested over Rs. 20 million bribe

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- A retired Chief Clerk of the Ministry of Health has been arrested for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs. 20 million. The arrest was made by investigating officers ... Read More


Many things happening within Indian Ocean than you think: Govt tells opposition

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- The Sri Lankan government is working towards maintaining peace within the Indian Ocean, Chief Government Whip Nalinda Jayatissa told Parliament today. Responding to questions r... Read More


Qatar Airways to start limited relief flights for stranded passengers from Muscat, Riyadh beginning today

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- Qatar Airways will keep its flight operations remain temporarily suspended due to the continued closure of Qatari airspace, with services set to resume only after authorities dec... Read More


10-year concessionary loan scheme at 5% for small businesses in Nuwara Eliya

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- The Ministry of Industries has initiated a new loan scheme to support the development of small businesses in the Nuwara Eliya District, offering loans at a concessionary interest... Read More


Another Iranian vessel in Sri Lanka's Exclusive Economic Zone: Nalinda

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- Chief Government Whip, Minister Nalinda Jayatissa, said today there is another Iranian vessel, Iranian Naval Ship (IRINS) Bushehr, within Sri Lanka's Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ... Read More


Customs seize Rs. 536m hashish, ICE in air cargo

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- Lanka Customs officers attached to the Laksiri Seva (UPB) Warehouse have intercepted a major consignment of illegal narcotics concealed in food packages during the inspection of ... Read More