Sri Lanka Police have arrested all suspects involved in the violent robbery of a PickMe driver after dashcam footage of the incident went viral on social media and sparked widespread public outrage.

Sri Lanka is expected to receive approximately USD 695 million under the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Extended Fund Facility (EFF) during the first week of June, 2026 according to the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development.

Fuel prices in Sri Lanka have been revised, effective May 31, 2026.

Malwathu Maha Viharaya in Kandy has temporarily appointed Ven. Eathala Wetunuwawe Gnanathilaka Thero to perform the duties of Atamasthanadhipathi until a court delivers its verdict in the case concerning allegations against Ven. Pallegama Hemarathana Thero.

The Government of Sri Lanka is taking steps to amend the Buddhist Temporalities Ordinance to ensure that monks involved in disciplinary violations can be punished regardless of their rank and to strengthen the administration of disciplinary matters within the Sangha.

Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says the values of Buddhism based on peace, compassion and loving-kindness are more important today than ever as society works towards coexistence and reconciliation.

Sri Lanka’s Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal (Retd) Sampath Thuyacontha, addressed emerging global security challenges in a changing world order at the XIV International Meeting of High-Ranking Officials Responsible for Security Matters held in Moscow, Russia, on May 28, 2026.

Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says fostering a religious awakening among the younger generation is essential to prevent them from falling into drug abuse and other social evils, while stressing that religious leaders have a major role to play in this effort.

The Government has launched a new initiative aimed at accelerating the digital transformation of public institutions, with plans to improve public services and expand Sri Lanka’s digital economy over the coming years.

Professor Kapila Perera, Secretary to the Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development, has decided to resign from his position, according to reports.

Construction of the Central Expressway section from Rambukkana to Galagedara, spanning 18.7 kilometres, is scheduled to commence today (May 29) under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Seven Sri Lankan nationals detained by security authorities in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE), have been deported to Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says the Hajj festival sends a powerful message of equality, brotherhood and compassion to a world affected by conflict and division.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved the combined Fifth and Sixth Reviews of Sri Lanka’s economic reform program, allowing the country to receive about US$695 million in fresh funding under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement.

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said a spiritual revival is essential for the country’s economic revival, while calling on all citizens to unite to protect the Buddha Sasana and Dhamma for future generations.

The Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Welikada Police Station has been arrested for allegedly illegally withholding the passports of 19 Chinese nationals and demanding Rs. 300,000 from each person to release the documents.