More than 35 dead in flash floods on popular pilgrimage route in Himalayas At least 38 people have died after flash floods hit a village hosting Hindu pilgrims in Indian-administered Kashmir. 15-08-2025 [More]
Pakistan to create military force to supervise missiles after India conflict Pakistan will create a new force in the military to supervise missile combat capabilities in a conventional conflict apparently a move to match neighbouring arch-rival India. 15-08-2025 [More]
Over 7000 T-56 ammunition recovered from Getalawa tank Authorities have recovered another cache of live T-56 ammunition following a special search operation carried out after the initial discovery of ammunition in an irrigation tank in Getalawa Galenbindunuwewa. 15-08-2025 [More]
Sri Lanka and Oman discuss ways to improve bilateral cooperation in energy sector A meeting between Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody and the Ambassador of Oman to Sri Lanka Ahmed Ali Said Al Rashid took place this afternoon (14) at the Ministry of Energy premises. 15-08-2025 [More]
At least 12 feared dead in sudden heavy rain in Indian Kashmir At least 12 people were feared dead and more trapped following sudden heavy rain in Indian Kashmir an official said on Thursday. 15-08-2025 [More]
30 Sri Lankan students receive Chinese govt scholarships A total of 30 Sri Lankan students have received scholarships to undertake higher education in China. 15-08-2025 [More]
COPF approves Gambling Regulatory Authority Bill The Bill to establish the Gambling Regulatory Authority has been approved by the Committee on Public Finance. 15-08-2025 [More]
President decides to temporarily halt Mannar Wind Power Project A decision has been taken to suspend the construction of two wind power plants following concerns raised by various stakeholders. 15-08-2025 [More]
Acting Director of Police Cultural Division arrested on bribery charges remanded The Acting Director of the Police Cultural Division SSP Sathish Gamage who was arrested by the Bribery Commission earlier today (14) has been remanded Ada Derana reporter said. 15-08-2025 [More]
Unidentified body found floating in Mahaweli River An unidentified body has been found floating in the Mahaweli River in the Polgolla area within the Kandy Police Division. 15-08-2025 [More]