SLCERT Warns of WhatsApp Video Call Blackmail Scam CeylonWire May 5, 2026 The Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team has issued a warning about a growing financial scam targeting users through video
Intertropical Convergence Zone to Bring Increased Rainfall Across Sri Lanka CeylonWire May 5, 2026 The Department of Meteorology Sri Lanka says the Intertropical Convergence Zone is currently influencing the island’s weather, with increased rainfall
Electric Train Project for Colombo Suburbs Set to Begin in 2027 CeylonWire May 5, 2026 Bimal Ratnayake says the government plans to begin construction of an electric train system for Colombo and its suburbs in
Parliament Reconvenes After New Year Holidays; Key Debates Scheduled CeylonWire May 5, 2026 Parliament of Sri Lanka is set to convene today (05) for the first time following the Sinhala and Tamil New
Chinese Ambassador Urges Sri Lankan Youth to Strengthen Bilateral Ties CeylonWire May 5, 2026 The Qi Zhenhong has addressed an open letter to the youth of Sri Lanka, highlighting their vital role in shaping
Alcohol Consumption Rising in Sri Lanka, Warns ADIC CeylonWire May 5, 2026 The Alcohol and Drug Information Centre Sri Lanka says alcohol consumption in Sri Lanka is on the rise, based on
Oil Prices Surge After Reported Strait of Hormuz Incident CeylonWire May 5, 2026 Global oil prices jumped around 5% after reports of a potential confrontation involving a U.S. warship in the Strait of
Vijay’s TVK Emerges as Largest Party in Tamil Nadu, Falls Short of Majority CeylonWire May 5, 2026 Joseph Vijay’s party, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam, has emerged as the single largest party in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections,
Ravi Karunanayake Calls for UNP–SJB Merger CeylonWire May 4, 2026 Ravi Karunanayake says the time has come for the United National Party and the Samagi Jana Balawegaya to unite for
Official Welcome Ceremony Held for Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu CeylonWire May 4, 2026 The official welcome ceremony for Mohamed Muizzu, who arrived in Sri Lanka yesterday, is being held this morning at the