Belavia will resume flights to Sri Lanka starting October 27, operating weekly on Tuesdays. The service will use an Airbus A330-200. The announcement was reported by Ada Derana. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123142
Lanka IOC (LIOC) and Sinopec Energy Lanka raised fuel prices after the CPC revised prices, with the new rates taking effect at midnight on the stated date. The update follows CPC’s decision to adjust fuel prices. Source: Ada Derana. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123141
Three-wheeler drivers’ group NJTWDIWA expects fare hikes following the May 30 fuel price revision. The association says the fuel price change will drive increased three-wheeler fares. News source: AdaDerana, May 31, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123140
Qatar opposes permanent transit tariffs in the Strait of Hormuz, warning they would raise global prices. It asserts permanent tolls should be opposed, but says temporary fees are negotiable. Source: AdaDerana, May 31, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123139
MSF warns that Ebola is spreading rapidly in the Democratic Republic of Congo, describing the situation as deeply alarming. The medical charity emphasizes urgent concern over outbreak dynamics and the need for intensified response efforts. Source: AdaDerana, May 31, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123138
Trump to headline the National Mall’s 250th anniversary celebration next month after several performers canceled, citing concerns about the event’s association with him. Organizers confirmed his appearance despite the withdrawals. Source: AdaDerana, May 31, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123137
The Sri Pada pilgrimage season has officially concluded, as announced by Chief Custodian Venerable Bengamuwe Dhammadinna Thero. The end was marked at midnight on the 30th. This update comes from AdaDerana. Date: May 31, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123136
Heavy rainfall expected today across parts of the island. Showers or thundershowers possible in Western, Sabaragamuwa, North-western provinces, and in Galle, Matara, Kandy, and Nuwara-Eliya districts, per the Department of Meteorology. More details at AdaDerana. May 31, 2026, 11:01 AM. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123135
Ceypetco announced a fuel price revision effective midnight May 30, with petrol prices rising by Rs 24 per litre. The update was reported by AdaDerana via RSS on May 31, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123134
The U.S. military says it stopped another merchant vessel attempting to breach the blockade of Iranian ports, per a U.S. official cited by the Associated Press. The incident illustrates ongoing enforcement actions against ships trying to reach Iran. (Source: AdaDerana, May 31, 2026) source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=123133
