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IMF raises concerns over fuel subsidies ahead of Sri Lanka programme review

Sri Lanka, May 15 -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has confirmed that Sri Lanka's combined Fifth and Sixth reviews under the Extended Fund Facility are expected to be presented to its Executiv... Read More


Jagath Samantha sentenced to over five years in prison

Sri Lanka, May 15 -- A prison sentence of 5 years and 6 months was imposed on Jagath Samantha, the brother of the late former State Minister Sanath Nishantha and a former Chairman of the Arachchikattu... Read More


Wimalasurendra reservoir begins overflowing

Sri Lanka, May 15 -- Wimalasurendra Reservoir started overflowing this afternoon following heavy rain in the Norton Bridge area since today, 14 May, according to engineers in charge of the reservoir. ... Read More


Padukka gambling den busted, 15 arrested

Sri Lanka, May 15 -- A gambling den where women participated in monetary coin-tossing games was raided by the Padukka police. Acting Police Chief stated that authorities made multiple prior attempts ... Read More


74 Vietnamese nationals arrested for online financial fraud in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, May 15 -- 74 Vietnamese nationals remanded for allegedly committing online financial fraud previously faced deportation from Cambodia for similar crimes. Kollupitiya Police disclosed this i... Read More


Highest rainfall recorded in Kuliyapitiya

Sri Lanka, May 15 -- The highest rainfall of 193 mm was recorded in the Kuliyapitiya area during the past 24 hours ending at 8:30 AM today. Furthermore, the Department of Meteorology stated that a rai... Read More


Father and daughter die in wild elephant attack

Sri Lanka, May 15 -- A father and a daughter riding a bicycle died following a wild elephant attack. The incident occurred in the Wilgamuwa - Hettipola area. The deceased individuals include a 55-yea... Read More


Protest continues at Malwana property linked to Basil Rajapaksa

Sri Lanka, May 15 -- A protest initiated by the Inter-University Students' Federation (IUSF) continues at the house in Malwana, which was reportedly owned by former Minister Basil Rajapaksa and subseq... Read More


Water levels rise in Kalu Ganga sub-basins

Sri Lanka, May 14 -- Water levels in the Maguru Ganga and Kuda Ganga, which are sub-basins of the Kalu Ganga, reached alert thresholds due to ongoing rainy weather. The Irrigation Department noted th... Read More


Heated debate erupts at 323-container probe meeting

Sri Lanka, May 14 -- The special committee appointed to investigate and provide recommendations regarding the release of 323 disputed containers from Customs convened yesterday (13) in Parliament. Mi... Read More