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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