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Yoshitha Rajapaksa Arrested by Bribery Commission Following Inquiry
Yoshitha Rajapaksa has been arrested by the Bribery Commission after appearing before investigators to provide a statement in an ongoing inquiry.
Gotabaya Rajapaksa Seeks Court Order to Prevent Arrest Over Easter Sunday Probe
Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa has filed a petition before the Court of Appeal seeking an order preventing his arrest under the Prevention of Terrorism Act in relation to Easter Sunday investigations.
Three-Wheeler Falls Nearly 100 Feet Down Slope, Driver Injured
A three-wheeler travelling from Katunayake to Talawakelle-Lindula fell nearly 100 feet down a slope in the Carolina Estate area, injuring the driver.
Human Rights Commission Inspects Cell Where Suresh Sallay Was Detained
The Human Rights Commission has inspected the CID detention cell where former SIS Director Suresh Sallay was held and reported several deficiencies, including inadequate ventilation.
17 Students Hospitalized After School Van and Bus Collide in Kandy
A head-on collision between a school van and a private bus in Katugastota left 17 students and the van driver injured, according to police.
CID Reports Five Eastern Province Killings Case to Court, Names Pilleyan Among Suspects
The CID has reported to court that former State Minister Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan, also known as Pilleyan, has been named as a suspect in a series of five killings that occurred in the Eastern Province in 2008.
West Indies Edge Sri Lanka by Five Wickets to Seal T20I Series
West Indies defeated Sri Lanka by five wickets in a thrilling final T20I at Sabina Park to secure a 2-1 series victory.
19-Hour Water Cut Scheduled Across Several Areas in Gampaha District
A 19-hour water cut will be imposed in several areas of Gampaha District from June 16 to June 17 due to urgent maintenance work at the Karasnagala Water Treatment Plant.
Sri Lanka’s Economy Grows 5.1% in First Quarter of 2026
Sri Lanka's economy expanded by 5.1% during the first quarter of 2026, with growth recorded across the Agriculture, Industry and Services sectors.
US and Iran Reach Framework Peace Agreement, Formal Signing Expected Friday
The United States and Iran have reportedly agreed on a framework peace deal that could lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the suspension of military operations, with a formal signing expected on Friday.
Five Air Force Personnel Killed in Indian Military Aircraft Crash
Five Indian Air Force personnel were killed after an Antonov An-32 military transport aircraft crashed while landing at an airbase in Assam, northeastern India.
US Dollar Selling Rate Surpasses Rs. 341 as Rupee Continues to Weaken
Sri Lanka’s Rupee weakened further against the US Dollar on June 12, with the Central Bank reporting a selling rate of Rs. 341.36 and a buying rate of Rs. 331.42.
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