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Rainfall expected in several areas

Sri Lanka, Oct. 5 -- The Department of Meteorology reports that atmospheric conditions are favourable for the development of thundershowers this evening (October 5). The public is advised to take nec... Read More


Shooting reported in Elpitiya

Sri Lanka, Oct. 5 -- Police have reported a shooting incident in the Omattha area of Elpitiya. According to police, the gunfire was directed at the window of a house. Fortunately, no one was injured... Read More


Landslide early warning issued for five districts

Sri Lanka, Oct. 4 -- The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued a Level 1 landslide early warning for five districts across the island. The affected districts are Badulla, Kurunega... Read More


Sri Lanka Cricket appoints national batting and spin bowling coaches

Sri Lanka, Oct. 4 -- Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced the appointments of Julian Wood as the National Batting Coach and Dr. Rene Ferdinands as the National Spin Bowling Coach. Julian Wood, the c... Read More


Weapons and drugs seized from 'Backoe Saman's' brother-in-law's house

Sri Lanka, Oct. 4 -- Police have reported the discovery of a micro pistol, a magazine, a quantity of ammunition, and heroin at the residence of the brother-in-law of alleged underworld figure "Backoe ... Read More


Women's World Cup: Sri Lanka vs Australia match abandoned due to rain

Sri Lanka, Oct. 4 -- The scheduled match between Sri Lanka and Australia in the 2025 ICC Women's Cricket World Cup today has been abandoned due to rain. Following the abandonment, as per the tourname... Read More


Lorry driver injured after train collision at Ahangama railway crossing

Sri Lanka, Oct. 4 -- A terrifying collision between a lorry and a train occurred today at the Kabalana railway crossing in Ahangama. The driver of the lorry was injured in the collision and is curren... Read More


Heavy showers likely today

Sri Lanka, Oct. 4 -- Atmospheric conditions are favorable for thunderstorms in the evening today (4). Therefore, general public is advised to take adequate precautions to minimise damages caused by h... Read More


Main suspect in Dehiwala shooting arrested

Sri Lanka, Oct. 4 -- The main suspect-the motorcyclist-involved in the shooting incident near the Dehiwala railway station on 18 July has been arrested with 50 grams of 'Ice' (crystal methamphetamine)... Read More


Highest monthly figure for vehicle registrations in September

Sri Lanka, Oct. 4 -- New figures from Sri Lanka's Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) show a significant surge in vehicle registrations for September, recording the highest monthly figure for the year. ... Read More