A bus carrying a group of schoolchildren from Sapugaskanda met with an accident near the Batuwatte Railway Station in the Ragama Police Division this afternoon (19).
The Sri Lankan Report
The Department of Meteorology says an increase in rainfall is expected after the 21st of October due to a disturbance developing over the Bay of Bengal. Director General Athula Karunanayake said the atmospheric disturbance currently positioned to the southeast of Sri Lanka is likely to develop into a low-pressure area, leading to enhanced showers across most parts of the island. Although the system will not directly affect Sri Lanka, the country will experience intensified rainfall, he added. Meanwhile, the National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has extended landslide warnings for six districts — Badulla, Kandy, Kegalle, Matale, Nuwara Eliya, and Ratnapura…
Port City Colombo – Masterplan City Development at Day Port City Colombo has been named the ‘Best Knowledge Zone – Asia Pacific Region’and received a ‘Highly Commended’ citation for Sustainable Zones in the prestigious Global Free Zones of the Year 2025 rankings by fDi Intelligence, an imprint of the Financial Times (UK). The annual Global Free Zones of the Yearawards by fDi Intelligence recognises the most promising free zones around the world—those that demonstrate exceptional potential in fostering foreign direct investment, innovation, and sustainable economic growth. Port City Colombo’s recognition underscores its growing reputation as South Asia’s premier Special Economic…
Sri Lanka’s Yevan David made motorsport history on Sunday by winning the Rookie Championship title and finishing second overall in the 2025 Euroformula Open Championship, becoming the first Sri Lankan driver to achieve both feats. The 18-year-old driver capped off a remarkable season at Italy’s iconic Monza Circuit, where he finished second in Round 2 before storming to victory in Race 3 of the final leg. The post Yevan David makes history with Rookie Championship title in Euroformula Open appeared first on Newswire.
In a daring seven-minute heist, thieves broke into the Louvre Museum in Paris early Sunday and stole royal jewels of “incalculable” value from the gallery that houses France’s historic crown treasures, officials said. Authorities said the robbers used a crane to smash through an upstairs window in the museum’s Apollo Gallery before making off on motorbikes. The operation, described by investigators as “highly professional,” unfolded in just minutes and has triggered a major security review. The stolen items reportedly include several 19th-century pieces from the collection of Napoleon III and Empress Eugénie. At least one crown was later found discarded…
A train derailed near the Ihalakotte railway station this evening, disrupting services along Sri Lanka’s Upcountry Line, the Railway Department said. Officials said that railway engineers and recovery teams have been dispatched to the site to assess the damage and begin restoration work. (Newswire) The post Train derails near Ihalakotte; Upcountry Line services disrupted appeared first on Newswire.
At least 12 people, including nine schoolchildren, were injured this afternoon (19) when a bus carrying students overturned near the railway crossing between Ragama and Batuwatta. Police said the group consisted of Cub Scouts from a school in Sapugaskanda who were returning from a jamboree held at Batuwatta Maha Vidyalaya. The injured students and adults were admitted to nearby hospitals for treatment. (Newswire) The post 12 injured as school bus overturns near Ragama appeared first on Newswire.
Zimbabwe Cricket has accepted the Pakistan Cricket Board’s invitation to participate in a T20I tri-series also featuring Sri Lanka, to be staged in Rawalpindi and Lahore from 17 to 29 November.
The Spanish town of Terrassa in north-eastern Catalonia has temporarily banned the adoption of black cats from animal shelters to prevent potentially sinister ’’rituals’’ during Halloween.
Photo courtesy of Al Jazeera “No child should be resilient to slaughter, genocide, and massacre. Being resilient is used to justify what is happening before our eyes and later we will call them survivors.”Pradeep Samanjeeva, Project Medical Referent, MSF on his experience in Gaza (12.10.2025) Has the Gaza genocide ended or is the ceasefire a mere interregnum? What will happen to the ceasefire once Hamas returns the remains of dead Israeli hostages? If the ceasefire survives beyond that benchmark, will it lead to a basic normalisation of Gazan life and eventually a durable political solution? The answers are unknowable. Even…
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya returned to Sri Lanka last night of (18) following an official diplomatic visit to India, airport officials at Katunayake International Airport confirmed.
The Department of Examinations has announced the release of the re-scrutiny results of the Grade 5 Scholarship Examination held on August 10.
A Belarusian national has been taken into custody by the Galle District Crime Division for cultivating Kush cannabis in a rented property in the Akmeemana area. Police stated that the suspect had been discreetly growing the plants in two rooms of the house. Investigations revealed that he intended to sell the cannabis to foreigners visiting the country. The house belongs to a doctor associated with Karapitiya Hospital and had been rented out by the suspect for a monthly rent of Rs. 150,000. Investigations are being conducted under the direction of Senior Deputy Inspector General of Southern Province Police. The post…
Sri Lankan racer Yevan David showcased impressive skill in the opening Euroformula race at Monza, starting from pole position and engaging in an intense battle at the front.
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) national organizer MP Namal Rajapaksa has stated that the party will require candidates to submit a police report to ensure they have no links with organized criminals or drug smugglers. The MP made these remarks while speaking to reporters after attending a meeting of the SLPP youth group. “We have all kinds of people in the party, but what’s important is that a new group of youngsters has rallied around us, sharing a common vision and policy. These young members have a great opportunity within our party,” he said. “I believe provincial council elections will…
A bus driver who had travelled from Colombo to Ampara was arrested by officers attached to the Anti-Corruption Unit of the Ampara Police Station on Saturday (18) morning for allegedly transporting heroin. Police said the suspect was taken into custody at the Ampara bus stand following a tip-off. During the search, officers found a parcel containing 9 grams and 615 milligrams of heroin in his possession. A police sniffer dog was also deployed to inspect the bus. Preliminary investigations revealed that the heroin had been handed over to the driver by another individual en route. Acting on that information, police…
Sri Lanka made a strong presence at the TTG Travel Experience 2025, Italy’s leading international travel and tourism fair, held from 8 to 10 October 2025 at the Rimini Expo Centre. The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB), in collaboration with the Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Milan, organized the country’s participation, marking another significant step in strengthening Sri Lanka’s visibility and partnerships in the Italian market. The Sri Lanka pavilion drew significant interest during the exhibition, with 24 Destination Management Companies (DMCs) from Sri Lanka joining the national delegation to promote the country’s wide range of tourism offerings—from…
Thundershowers accompanied with severe lightning are likely to occur in Central, North-central, Sabaragamuwa, Uva and North-western provinces and in Ampara, Mannar, Vavuniya and Hambantota districts. The post Severe lightning alert for several districts appeared first on Newswire.
Millions of Americans poured into streets across all 50 states today, joining a massive wave of demonstrations denouncing what they described as authoritarian behavior by President Donald Trump and his administration. Organizers said more than 7 million people took part in more than 2,600 rallies nationwide under the slogan “No Kings,” a phrase meant to reject what protesters see as efforts by Trump to expand presidential powers beyond constitutional limits. From New York’s Times Square to Los Angeles City Hall and small towns in between, demonstrators waved American flags, held signs reading “Power Belongs to the People,” and chanted “No…
Several Sri Lankan players have been selected to represent various franchises in the upcoming Abu Dhabi T10 League 2025, which will be played in the United Arab Emirates. The tournament is scheduled to take place from November 18 to 30. However, national team players will not be available as Sri Lanka will be engaged in a T20I series in Pakistan during the same period Vista Riders * Bhanuka Rajapaksa * Dilshan Madushanka * Angelo Perera Northern Warriors * Thisara Perera * Dinesh Chandimal * Asitha Fernando * Prabath Jayasuriya Deccan Gladiators * Lahiru Kumara Royal Champs * Niroshan Dickwella *…