Dengue Threat Intensifies: 38 MOH Areas Declared High-Risk, Special Eradication Program Launched
The National Dengue Control Unit has identified 38 Medical Officer of Health (MOH) areas as high-risk zones for dengue fever
Showers Expected in Western, Southern Regions; Thundershowers Possible Elsewhere
The Department of Meteorology forecasts several spells of showers today (14) in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and North-western provinces, as well
British Woman Caught Smuggling Rs. 460 Million Worth of Kush Cannabis into Sri Lanka
A British woman arriving from Bangkok, Thailand, has been arrested by Sri Lanka Customs for attempting to smuggle a large
Salt Shortage Sparks Price Surge Amid Import Delays, Authorities Launch Investigations
The Salt Producers’ Association has raised concerns over a shortage of salt in the local market, attributing the issue to
Showers Expected in Several Provinces Today, Strong Winds Likely in Northern Regions
The Department of Meteorology has forecast several spells of showers today (13th) in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and North-Western provinces, as
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake Welcomes India-Pakistan Ceasefire, Urges Continued Dialogue for Lasting Peace
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has warmly welcomed the ceasefire agreement between India and Pakistan, describing it as a critical step
Special Traffic and Security Plans in Colombo for Vesak Celebrations
Sri Lanka Police have implemented a special traffic plan in Colombo in conjunction with the Vesak festival, as large crowds
Workers’ Remittances to Sri Lanka Rise 18.3% in First Four Months of 2025
Sri Lanka has recorded an 18.3% increase in workers’ remittances from January to April 2025 compared to the same period
Heat Advisory Issued for Four Districts as Temperatures Rise to Caution Level
The Department of Meteorology has issued a warm weather advisory for residents of the Ampara, Batticaloa, Polonnaruwa, and Monaragala districts.
Sri Lanka Sees Surge in Tourist Arrivals and Earnings in Early May 2025
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) reports that 33,910 international tourists arrived in the country during the first week