05/06/2026
Top stories of the day
Anguruwatota elders’ home death toll increased to 13
The death toll from the fire that occurred at the Anguruwatota elders’ home has increased to 13, police said.
Individuals arrested at Horana state bank for robbery of Rs. 30.5 million
An assistant manager and a security officer of a state bank’s branch in Horana have been arrested in connection with the recent robbery of Rs. 30.5 million from that bank branch.
Case into death of former SriLankan Airlines CEO postponed
The Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court has ordered to postpone until June 9, further magisterial inquiry into the death of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kapila Chandrasena, who died under suspicious circumstances.
Amber advisory issued for strong winds
The Department of Meteorology has issued an Amber advisory for strong winds for the Central, Sabaragamuwa, Northern, North-Central provinces and Trincomalee, Hambantota districts.
Dengue patients increased and a special programme organised to control the situation
According to the Director of the National Dengue Control Unit, Dr. Kapila Kannangara, dengue patients have increased to 35,228. The Ministry of Health has decided to implement a special dengue mosquito control programme on June 8, 9 and 10 in 74 Medical Officer of Health (MOH) divisions across 14 districts.
