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Sri Lanka’s Dengue Cases Surpass 56,000; Death Toll Rises to 35
Sri Lanka has reported more than 56,000 dengue cases and 35 deaths so far this year, with over 1,000 new infections recorded in the past 24 hours.
7/2/2026
Court Orders Suresh Salley to Provide Phone and Laptop Passwords to CID
The Fort Magistrate has directed former SIS Director Suresh Salley to provide the passwords for his phones and laptop to the CID for further investigations.
7/1/2026
Former SIS Director Suresh Salley Ends Hunger Strike on Legal Advice
Former State Intelligence Service Director Suresh Salley has ended his hunger strike on legal advice while continuing to receive treatment at the National Hospital.
7/1/2026
IMF Commends Sri Lanka’s Economic Response Amid Middle East Conflict
The IMF has praised Sri Lanka’s response to economic risks arising from the Middle East conflict, saying timely measures helped protect macroeconomic stability.
6/30/2026
Three Foreign Nationals Caught at Katunayake Airport with Illegal Chinese Cigarettes Worth Rs. 6.4 Million
Sri Lanka Customs arrested three foreign nationals at Katunayake Airport after seizing Chinese cigarettes worth more than Rs. 6.4 million concealed inside biscuit boxes.
6/30/2026
Man Sentenced to Life Imprisonment for Possessing Heroin in Anuradhapura
A 35-year-old man has been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Anuradhapura High Court after being found guilty of possessing 3.074 grams of heroin.
6/30/2026
Sri Lanka’s Dengue Cases Surpass 54,000 as Daily Infections Continue to Rise
Sri Lanka has recorded more than 54,000 dengue cases so far this year, with health authorities reporting over 1,000 new infections in the past 24 hours.
6/30/2026
Sri Lanka Identifies 124 High-Risk Dengue Zones as Cases Top 53,000
Sri Lanka has identified 124 high-risk dengue zones after infections surpassed 53,000 this year, with 31 deaths reported by health authorities.
6/29/2026
Sri Lanka’s Government Revenue Expected to Decline in 2026, Finance Ministry Says
Sri Lanka’s government revenue is projected to decline to 15.8% of GDP in 2026, mainly due to the normalization of tax collections following the 2025 vehicle import surge.
6/29/2026
Sri Lankan Rupee Depreciates 8% Against US Dollar in 2026
The Central Bank says the Sri Lankan rupee has depreciated by 8% against the US dollar so far in 2026, citing global factors behind the currency’s decline.
6/28/2026
Consumers with Large Rooftop Solar Systems Asked to Shut Them Down for Three Days
Consumers with rooftop solar systems exceeding 300kW have been asked to switch them off from June 27 to 29 to help maintain power grid stability.
6/26/2026
Three Suspects, Including Rakitha Rajapaksa and Charith Abeysinghe, Remanded Until July 3
Three suspects, including Rakitha Rajapaksa and Charith Abeysinghe, have been remanded until July 3 over an alleged Rs. 12 crore bribery case linked to investigations involving Harak Kata.
6/25/2026
Sri Lankan Rupee Weakens Further Against US Dollar
The Sri Lankan rupee weakened further against the US dollar, with the Central Bank quoting the dollar selling rate at Rs. 342.0372 on June 25.
6/25/2026
Court Postpones Further Hearing of Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s Petition Until July 6
The Court of Appeal has postponed further submissions in former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s petition seeking protection from arrest until July 6.
6/24/2026
Sri Lanka’s Export Earnings Surpass US$7.3 Billion in First Five Months of 2026
Sri Lanka’s export earnings exceeded US$7.3 billion during the first five months of 2026, recording a 7.56% increase compared to the same period last year.
6/24/2026
Cabinet Approves New Grade One Admission Guidelines for Government Schools from 2027
Cabinet has approved a new circular introducing revised Grade One admission guidelines for government schools from 2027, aimed at improving transparency and fairness.
6/23/2026
538 GN Divisions Across 14 Districts Identified as High-Risk Dengue Zones
Health authorities have identified 538 Grama Niladhari divisions in 14 districts as high-risk dengue transmission areas and plan intensified prevention measures.
6/23/2026
National Dengue Control Programme to Cover 600 Grama Niladhari Divisions
A nationwide dengue control programme covering 600 Grama Niladhari divisions will be launched from June 24 to 26 as authorities step up efforts to contain the disease.
6/22/2026
President Holds Discussions with Garment Industry Leaders on Export Growth and Sector Challenges
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met apparel industry leaders and investors to discuss export growth, sector reforms, VAT concerns and market expansion opportunities.
6/22/2026
Sri Lanka’s Inflation Rate Rises to 5.4% in May 2026
Sri Lanka’s annual inflation rate rose to 5.4% in May 2026, driven by increases in both food and non-food prices, according to the Department of Census and Statistics.
6/22/2026