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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.
Trump Issues Strong Warning to Iran Amid Rising Tensions
U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Iran, suggesting that further military action could target strategic energy and defense infrastructure.
Kuwait Reopens Airspace After Temporary Closure Following Iranian Attacks
Kuwait has resumed normal civilian flight operations after temporarily closing its airspace following regional security concerns linked to Iranian attacks.
12-Hour Water Cut Announced in Several Areas from Tonight
A 12-hour water cut will be imposed in several areas within the Mahara and Gampaha Pradeshiya Sabha regions from 7.00 p.m. today due to essential maintenance work related to the Central Expressway project.
Sri Lankan Rupee Declines Against US Dollar
The Sri Lankan Rupee weakened against the US Dollar on June 11, with the Central Bank reporting higher buying and selling rates compared to the previous trading day.
Wife and Lawyer Seek Daily Access to Detained Former SIS Director Suresh Sallay
The wife and lawyer of former SIS Director Suresh Sallay have requested permission from the CID to visit him daily while he receives treatment at the Colombo National Hospital.
Court Appoints Five-Member Medical Panel to Examine Suresh Sallay
The Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court has appointed a five-member specialist medical panel to examine former SIS Director Suresh Sallay and report on allegations of mistreatment while in custody.
Government Introduces Salary Reforms and Promotion Relief for School Principals
The government has introduced a new salary framework and promotion relief measures for officers of the Sri Lanka Principals’ Service, aiming to address long-standing salary disparities and career progression issues.
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