Japan to give $2.5 million in emergency aid to Sri Lanka
The Japanese government decided to extend an emergency grant of $2.5 million to cyclone-hit Sri Lanka, Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said Tuesday. MORE..
- Bondi gunman’s Indian family had no knowledge of his radicalisation, Indian police say
- Landslide warnings issued for several districts extended; Red alerts lifted
- Budget of NPP-led Balapitiya Pradeshiya Sabha defeated
- Court imposes fine on trader who sold Keeri Samba rice at inflated prices
- New National Cricket Selection Committee appointed
- Japan to give $2.5 million in emergency aid to Sri Lanka
- Another aid shipment from India arrives
- Draft National Electricity Policy presented to Energy Minister
- BBC says will fight Trump’s US$10 billion defamation lawsuit
- Case against Shasheendra Rajapaksa to be taken up in March 2026
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Case against Shasheendra Rajapaksa to be taken up in March 2026
The bribery case filed against former State Minister Shasheendra Rajapaksa, who is currently out on bail after being produced before court, will be taken up again on March 13, 2026, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
BBC says will fight Trump’s US$10 billion defamation lawsuit
The BBC said on Tuesday (Dec 16) it would fight a US$10 billion lawsuit brought by United States President Donald Trump against the British broadcaster over a documentary that edited his 2021 speech ahead of the US Capitol riot. MORE..
Draft National Electricity Policy presented to Energy Minister
The draft National Electricity Policy has been presented to Minister of Energy, Engineer Kumara Jayakody. MORE..
Another aid shipment from India arrives
Another shipment of dry rations has been brought from India to provide relief to people affected by the cyclone “Ditwah”. MORE..
New National Cricket Selection Committee appointed
Pramodya Wickramasinghe has been appointed as the Chairman of the National Cricket Selection Committee, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports stated. MORE..
Court imposes fine on trader who sold Keeri Samba rice at inflated prices
Legal action has been taken against the owner of a retail outlet for selling Keeri Samba rice at inflated prices and for issuing invoices under a false name as “Lanka Basmati.” MORE..
Budget of NPP-led Balapitiya Pradeshiya Sabha defeated
The inaugural budget of the Balapitiya Pradeshiya Sabha, where the National People’s Power (NPP) holds power, has been defeated. MORE..
Landslide warnings issued for several districts extended; Red alerts lifted
Early landslide warnings issued for several districts have been extended, after considering the current ground conditions and recent rainfall received in parts of the island. MORE..
Bondi gunman’s Indian family had no knowledge of his radicalisation, Indian police say
Indian police said on Tuesday that the dead gunman in Australia’s Bondi beach shooting incident, Sajid Akram, was originally from the southern Indian city of Hyderabad but had limited contact with his family in India. MORE..
Sri Lanka has entered second phase of post-disaster recovery – PM Harini
The newly appointed High Commissioner of Canada to Sri Lanka, Isabelle Catherine Martin, has conveyed Canada’s condolences over the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah and reaffirmed Canada’s readiness to extend further support to Sri Lanka during the recovery process. MORE..
People living in low-lying areas of Kaudulla Reservoir urged to remain vigilant
The Department of Irrigation has announced that it expects to open the spill gates of the Kaudulla Reservoir shortly. MORE..
Rs. 25,000 relief allowance already disbursed to 50% of affected people – Minister
The Rs. 25,000 relief allowance has been already disbursed to more than 50% of the people who were affected by recent floods and landslides, Cabinet Spokesperson and Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated. MORE..
RDA incurs Rs. 75 billion loss due to roads and bridges destroyed by disaster
Officials of the Ministry of Transport and Highways and Urban Development stated that, due to the destruction of roads and bridges caused by the disaster situation that occurred across the island, it has been preliminarily estimated that the Road Development Authority has incurred a loss of approximately Rs. 75 billion. MORE..
Advisory issued for heavy rain for several provinces
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for heavy rain in the Eastern, Central, Uva Provinces and Polonnaruwa District. MORE..
25 Sri Lankans rescued from cybercrime centers in Myanmar repatriated
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok, in close collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Myanmar, has successfully facilitated the rescue and repatriation of 25 Sri Lankan nationals who had been trafficked in cybercrime centers in Myawaddy, Myanmar. MORE..
BBC says will fight Trump’s US$10 billion defamation lawsuit
The BBC said on Tuesday (Dec 16) it would fight a US$10 billion lawsuit brought by United States President Donald Trump against the British broadcaster over a documentary that edited his 2021 speech ahead of the US Capitol riot. MORE..
Draft National Electricity Policy presented to Energy Minister
The draft National Electricity Policy has been presented to Minister of Energy, Engineer Kumara Jayakody. MORE..
Another aid shipment from India arrives
Another shipment of dry rations has been brought from India to provide relief to people affected by the cyclone “Ditwah”. MORE..
New National Cricket Selection Committee appointed
Pramodya Wickramasinghe has been appointed as the Chairman of the National Cricket Selection Committee, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports stated. MORE..
Court imposes fine on trader who sold Keeri Samba rice at inflated prices
Legal action has been taken against the owner of a retail outlet for selling Keeri Samba rice at inflated prices and for issuing invoices under a false name as “Lanka Basmati.” MORE..
Budget of NPP-led Balapitiya Pradeshiya Sabha defeated
The inaugural budget of the Balapitiya Pradeshiya Sabha, where the National People’s Power (NPP) holds power, has been defeated. MORE..
Landslide warnings issued for several districts extended; Red alerts lifted
Early landslide warnings issued for several districts have been extended, after considering the current ground conditions and recent rainfall received in parts of the island. MORE..
Bondi gunman’s Indian family had no knowledge of his radicalisation, Indian police say
Indian police said on Tuesday that the dead gunman in Australia’s Bondi beach shooting incident, Sajid Akram, was originally from the southern Indian city of Hyderabad but had limited contact with his family in India. MORE..
Sri Lanka has entered second phase of post-disaster recovery – PM Harini
The newly appointed High Commissioner of Canada to Sri Lanka, Isabelle Catherine Martin, has conveyed Canada’s condolences over the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah and reaffirmed Canada’s readiness to extend further support to Sri Lanka during the recovery process. MORE..
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Technology
Musk’s net worth hits $600 billion, Forbes says, as SpaceX preps for IPO
Elon Musk on Monday became the first person ever worth $600 billion, Forbes said, on the heels of reports that his SpaceX startup was likely to go public at a valuation of $800 billion. MORE..
Google is turning any headphones into real-time translation earbuds
Google is turning any headphones into real-time translation earbuds
Live translation is shaping up to be one of the most practical (and competitive) uses of generative AI, with real-life implications for how people communicate across languages. MORE..
Sri Lankan-led UK team harnesses AI to strengthen Sri Lanka’s disaster readiness
Sri Lankan-led UK team harnesses AI to strengthen Sri Lanka’s disaster readiness
How Sri Lanka Can Rebuild Stronger After Cyclone Ditwah: Advanced Artificial Intelligence Technologies Offer a New Hope for Disaster Prediction, Management & Recovery... By Dr. Nalinda Somasiri
Reddit sues Australia over social media ban, citing free speech threat
Reddit sues Australia over social media ban, citing free speech threat
Message board website Reddit on Friday filed a lawsuit in Australia’s highest court seeking to overturn the country’s social media ban for children, calling it an intrusion on free political discourse and setting the stage for a protracted legal battle. MORE..
Entertainment
Son of filmmaker Rob Reiner jailed on suspicion of murdering parents
The son of Hollywood actor and filmmaker Rob Reiner has been jailed as a suspect in the killing of his parents after they were found dead in their home over the weekend, Los Angeles police said on Monday. MORE..
Hollywood director Rob Reiner and wife Michele found dead in LA home
Hollywood director Rob Reiner and wife Michele found dead in LA home
Legendary Hollywood film-maker and actor Rob Reiner and his wife Michele have been found dead in their Los Angeles home. MORE..
‘Zootopia 2’ reclaims No. 1 spot at box office, grosses $1B worldwide
‘Zootopia 2’ reclaims No. 1 spot at box office, grosses $1B worldwide
“Zootopia 2” regained the No. 1 spot at the domestic box office with $26.3 million in its third weekend of release, according to studio estimates Sunday, as The Walt Disney Co. animated sequel became the year’s second film to gross $1 billion worldwide. MORE..
Shah Rukh Khan meets Lionel Messi in Kolkata
Shah Rukh Khan meets Lionel Messi in Kolkata
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan on Saturday met Argentine footballer Lionel Messi, who is currently in India for his “GOAT Tour”. MORE..
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USA
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UK
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Europe
Euro |
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Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
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Canada
Canadian Dollar |
220.5952 | 228.5281 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
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Singapore
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Japan
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Dinar | 820.0772 |
Kuwait
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Oman
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Rial | 802.9729 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 84.8144 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 82.3825 |
UAE
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Dirham | 84.1747 |
Sports
New National Cricket Selection Committee appointed
Pramodya Wickramasinghe has been appointed as the Chairman of the National Cricket Selection Committee, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports stated. MORE..
IPL Auction 2026: Pathum Nissanka bought by Delhi Capitals for INR 40mn
Sri Lanka opener Pathum Nissanka was signed by Delhi Capitals for INR 40 million at the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. MORE..
IPL Auction 2026: Kolkata Knight Riders buys Matheesha Pathirana for INR 180mn
Sri Lanka’s Matheesha Pathirana was purchased by Kolkata Knight Riders for INR 180 million at the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. MORE..
IPL Auction 2026: Wanindu Hasaranga sold to Lucknow Super Giants for INR 20mn
Sri Lanka leg spinner Wanindu Hasaranga was signed by Lucknow Super Giants for his base price of INR 20 million at the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. MORE..
IPL Auction 2026: Australia’s Cameron Green becomes most expensive foreign player in IPL history
Australia’s Cameron Green was signed by Kolkata Knight Riders for INR 252 million at the IPL 2026 auction in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday. MORE..
