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The Colombo High Court has postponed the judgments in four corruption cases against former Deputy Minister Sarana Gunawardena until June 09.
5/26/2026
India Donates 134 Police Cabs to Strengthen Northern Province Operations
India has donated 134 single cabs worth nearly Rs. 300 million to Sri Lanka Police under the Indo–Sri Lanka Friendship Programme.
5/25/2026
Former Minister Wimal Weerawansa Arrested Over War Heroes’ Monument Incident
Former Minister Wimal Weerawansa has been arrested by Thalangama Police in connection with the recent incident near the National War Heroes’ Monument in Battaramulla.
5/25/2026
Over 31,000 People Affected by Adverse Weather Across Sri Lanka
More than 31,000 people in eight districts have been affected by heavy rains and adverse weather conditions across Sri Lanka, according to the Disaster Management Centre.
5/24/2026
Arrest Warrant Issued for Former Minister Basil Rajapaksa
The Matara Magistrate’s Court has issued an arrest warrant for former Minister Basil Rajapaksa after he failed to appear before court in an ongoing financial crimes case.
5/22/2026
US Dollar Selling Rate Jumps Above Rs. 354 as Sri Lankan Rupee Hits New Low
Sri Lanka’s rupee has fallen to its weakest level since 2023 as the US dollar selling rate surpasses Rs. 354.
5/21/2026
Court Temporarily Removes Travel Ban on MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has temporarily lifted the foreign travel ban imposed on MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake.
5/19/2026
Government Confident Sri Lanka Can Manage Falling Rupee Value
The government says upcoming IMF and ADB dollar inflows, along with import controls, will help stabilize the rupee.
5/19/2026
Students Agree to Leave Malwana Property After Talks with PM Harini
University students occupying the Malwana property have agreed to vacate the premises after successful talks with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya.
5/18/2026
Sanath Nishantha’s Brother Sentenced to Prison Over Assault Case
Former Arachchikattuwa PS Chairman Jagath Samantha has been sentenced to five and a half years in prison over the assault of a Divisional Secretary
5/15/2026
Red Warning Issued as Heavy Rain Continues Across Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s Meteorology Department has issued a red warning for heavy rainfall as the low-pressure system affecting the island is expected to weaken within 36 hours.
5/15/2026
72-Hour Detention Order Issued for ‘Gampaha Ousmand’ Over Ganemulla Sanjeewa Murder Case
Police have obtained a 72-hour detention order for “Gampaha Ousmand” over allegations of aiding the murder of organised criminal Ganemulla Sanjeewa.
5/14/2026
President Orders Fast-Track Recovery for Badulla Disaster Victims
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed officials to prioritise restoring normal life for disaster victims in Badulla without being limited by financial constraints.
5/14/2026
Heavy Rains and Landslide Warnings Issued Across Sri Lanka
Heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm has been forecast across several parts of Sri Lanka, while landslide warnings have also been issued for multiple districts due to the prevailing low-pressure system.
5/11/2026
Strong Lightning Warning Issued for Several Areas in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka’s Meteorology Department has issued a strong lightning warning for several provinces and districts, effective until tonight.
5/11/2026
Parliament backs extension of State of Emergency
Parliament has approved the extension of the State of Public Emergency with 145 votes in favour and six against.
5/7/2026
Rainy Conditions Expected as Atmospheric Disturbance Forms Near Sri Lanka
A developing atmospheric disturbance near Sri Lanka is expected to increase rainfall across the island from tomorrow, the Meteorology Department says.
5/5/2026
‘Keselwatte Dinusha’ remanded until May 05
Alleged organized crime suspect “Keselwatte Dinusha” has been remanded until May 05 after being extradited to Sri Lanka from India.
4/23/2026
Namal Rajapaksa’s ‘Krrish’ case postponed until May
The Colombo High Court has postponed the controversial Krrish project case against MP Namal Rajapaksa until May 29.
4/23/2026
Premalal Jayasekara Granted Bail by Court
Former Ratnapura District MP Premalal Jayasekara has been granted bail by the Nuwara Eliya Magistrate’s Court over an alleged firearm threat incident.
4/22/2026