Former Minister Johnston Fernando and son arrested by FCID
Former Minister Johnston Fernando and his youngest son, Gerome Kenneth Fernando, have been arrested by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) after appearing before the division earlier this morning (05). MORE..
- Interim Venezuelan leader invites Trump to ‘collaborate,’ seeks ‘respectful relations’
- Hollywood starts 2026 with ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ No. 1, as James Cameron’s sci-fi epic crosses $1B
- 28,333 individuals inspected during nationwide special operations
- Ex-Minister Rishad Bathiudeen appears before Bribery Commission
- Critics Choice Awards 2025: Jimmy Kimmel wins Best Talk Show, thanks Trump for ‘doing many ridiculous things every day’
- Gold price rises after US captures Venezuela’s Maduro
- Principals’ Association alleges absence of formal educational plan for Grade 6 students
- Former Minister Johnston Fernando and son arrested by FCID
- Sri Lanka generated USD 11B from tourism and remittances in 2025 – FM
- China says it cannot accept countries acting as ‘world judge’ after US captures Maduro
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China says it cannot accept countries acting as ‘world judge’ after US captures Maduro
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said Beijing cannot accept any country acting as the “world’s judge” after the United States captured Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro. MORE..
Sri Lanka generated USD 11B from tourism and remittances in 2025 – FM
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, announced that 2025 has become the year with the highest foreign remittance inflows to Sri Lanka since 2016. MORE..
Principals’ Association alleges absence of formal educational plan for Grade 6 students
The General Secretary of the Graded Principals’ Association, Nimal Mudunkotuwa, stated that although schools commenced the 2026 academic year today (05), the government has yet to introduce a formal educational plan for Grade 6 students. MORE..
Gold price rises after US captures Venezuela’s Maduro
Precious metal prices have risen after the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro increased investors’ concerns about geopolitical risks. MORE..
Ex-Minister Rishad Bathiudeen appears before Bribery Commission
Former Minister and Member of Parliament Rishad Bathiudeen has appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning (05), following a summon issued by the commission. MORE..
28,333 individuals inspected during nationwide special operations
Under a special nationwide operation to curb crime and narcotics, a total of 22 suspects directly linked to various criminal activities have been arrested. MORE..
Interim Venezuelan leader invites Trump to ‘collaborate,’ seeks ‘respectful relations’
Interim Venezuelan leader Delcy Rodríguez invited U.S. President Donald Trump “to collaborate” and said she seeks “respectful relations” in a newly conciliatory message released Sunday night. MORE..
Trump says second Venezuela strike possible if government does not cooperate
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the United States might launch a second military strike on Venezuela following the capture of President Nicolas Maduro if remaining members of the administration do not cooperate with his efforts to get the country “fixed.” MORE..
Former Minister Johnston Fernando appears before FCID
Former Minister Johnston Fernando has appeared before the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) today (05). MORE..
Three arrested for illegal excavation of artifacts in Thanamalwila
A total of three suspects have been arrested by the Thanamalwila Police in connection with illegal excavations carried out in search of artifacts. MORE..
56-year old woman arrested with over 100 bottles of illicit liquor
A female suspect has been arrested in the Bajangoda area of the Meerigama Police Division with 1,080 litres of “Goda” (six barrels) used for the illegal distillation of liquor, 81 litres of illicit liquor (109 bottles), and equipment used for brewing. MORE..
Nicolás Maduro will appear in U.S. federal court today
Nicolás Maduro is set to make his first appearance in U.S. federal court today. MORE..
Dy Foreign Minister says actions underway on Sri Lankan fishing vessel destroyed in Seychelles Waters
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment, Arun Hemachandra, says measures are currently being taken by coordinating with officials of the Sri Lankan High Commission in Seychelles regarding the seizure and destruction of a foreign fishing vessel within the Seychelles maritime zone. MORE..
Moscow airports shut over Ukrainian drone threat
Three out of four of Moscow’s airports shut to air traffic on Sunday (Jan 4) after Ukraine launched dozens of drones at the Russian capital, authorities said. MORE..
All schools to commence for 2026 academic year today
All schools are scheduled to commence the first phase of the first term of the 2026 academic year today (05). MORE..
Sri Lanka generated USD 11B from tourism and remittances in 2025 – FM
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, announced that 2025 has become the year with the highest foreign remittance inflows to Sri Lanka since 2016. MORE..
Principals’ Association alleges absence of formal educational plan for Grade 6 students
The General Secretary of the Graded Principals’ Association, Nimal Mudunkotuwa, stated that although schools commenced the 2026 academic year today (05), the government has yet to introduce a formal educational plan for Grade 6 students. MORE..
Gold price rises after US captures Venezuela’s Maduro
Precious metal prices have risen after the US capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro increased investors’ concerns about geopolitical risks. MORE..
Ex-Minister Rishad Bathiudeen appears before Bribery Commission
Former Minister and Member of Parliament Rishad Bathiudeen has appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning (05), following a summon issued by the commission. MORE..
28,333 individuals inspected during nationwide special operations
Under a special nationwide operation to curb crime and narcotics, a total of 22 suspects directly linked to various criminal activities have been arrested. MORE..
Interim Venezuelan leader invites Trump to ‘collaborate,’ seeks ‘respectful relations’
Interim Venezuelan leader Delcy Rodríguez invited U.S. President Donald Trump “to collaborate” and said she seeks “respectful relations” in a newly conciliatory message released Sunday night. MORE..
Trump says second Venezuela strike possible if government does not cooperate
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Sunday that the United States might launch a second military strike on Venezuela following the capture of President Nicolas Maduro if remaining members of the administration do not cooperate with his efforts to get the country “fixed.” MORE..
Former Minister Johnston Fernando appears before FCID
Former Minister Johnston Fernando has appeared before the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) today (05). MORE..
Three arrested for illegal excavation of artifacts in Thanamalwila
A total of three suspects have been arrested by the Thanamalwila Police in connection with illegal excavations carried out in search of artifacts. MORE..
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Technology
Elon Musk’s Starlink to provide free internet services in Venezuela through February 3
Billionaire Elon Musk on Sunday expressed support for the people of Venezuela as SpaceX-owned Starlink announced it was providing free broadband internet services in the country for a limited period, as Venezuela remains gripped by fast-moving political developments. MORE..
Wolf moon lights up the sky this weekend as final supermoon until late 2026
Wolf moon lights up the sky this weekend as final supermoon until late 2026
The new year is kicking off with a celestial feature: the Wolf Moon will light up the sky as the final supermoon visible until late 2026, astronomers say. MORE..
China’s BYD set to overtake Tesla as world’s top EV seller
China’s BYD set to overtake Tesla as world’s top EV seller
China’s BYD is set to overtake Elon Musk’s Tesla as the world’s biggest seller of electric vehicles (EVs), marking the first time it has outpaced its American rival for annual sales. MORE..
France plans social media ban for children under 15
France plans social media ban for children under 15
France will make a fresh attempt to protect children from excessive screen time, proposing a ban on social media access for children under 15 by next September, according to a draft law seen by AFP. MORE..
Entertainment
Critics Choice Awards 2025: Jimmy Kimmel wins Best Talk Show, thanks Trump for ‘doing many ridiculous things every day’
Television host and comedian Jimmy Kimmel won the award for Best Talk Show at the 31st annual Critics Choice Awards and used his acceptance speech to deliver a satirical message aimed at US President Donald Trump, according to Variety. MORE..
Hollywood starts 2026 with ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ No. 1, as James Cameron’s sci-fi epic crosses $1B
Hollywood starts 2026 with ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ No. 1, as James Cameron’s sci-fi epic crosses $1B
Hollywood kicked off 2026 with “Avatar: Fire and Ash” atop the box office for the third straight week and with hopes for a blockbuster-filled year after a disappointing 2025. MORE..
Vijay’s last film Jana Nayagan clocks record advance sales, earns INR 150 mln worldwide
Vijay’s last film Jana Nayagan clocks record advance sales, earns INR 150 mln worldwide
After a massive audio launch in Malaysia for his film Jana Nayagan, advance bookings have now begun for ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay’s upcoming political actioner. MORE..
Will Smith sued for sexual harassment, wrongful termination by tour violinist
Will Smith sued for sexual harassment, wrongful termination by tour violinist
Brian King Joseph, a violinist and finalist of season 13 of America’s Got Talent, is suing Will Smith, claiming he was fired for reporting an incident of sexual harassment. MORE..
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Country |
Buying |
Selling |
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
306.1175 | 313.6282 |
UK
Sterling Pound |
409.7205 | 422.4878 |
Europe
Euro |
356.3458 | 367.9245 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
382.9482 | 398.1614 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
221.1840 | 229.2024 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
202.2972 | 211.5009 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
235.9670 | 245.1381 |
Japan
Japanese Yen |
1.9405 | 2.0062 |
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Currency |
Rate |
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Bahrain
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Dinar | 821.6526 |
Kuwait
|
Dinar | 1,007.5293 |
Oman
|
Rial | 804.5161 |
Qatar
|
Riyal | 84.9341 |
Saudi Arabia
|
Riyal | 82.5925 |
UAE
|
Dirham | 84.3375 |
Sports
Damien Martyn makes ‘miraculous’ recovery from life-threatening coma
Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn has woken from an induced coma after being hospitalised for over a week due to meningitis, confirmed ex-teammate Adam Gilchrist. MORE..
Bangladesh refuse to travel to India for T20 World Cup citing safety concerns
The Bangladesh Cricket Board is seeking to move their Twenty20 World Cup matches out of India after fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman was released by his Indian Premier League team amid growing tensions between the countries, ESPNCricinfo reported. MORE..
Sanath Jayasuriya to step down as Sri Lanka Head Coach after T20 World Cup
Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Head Coach Sanath Jayasuriya says he has decided to step down from his position following the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. MORE..
IPL side KKR release Mustafizur after BCCI request
Indian Premier League side Kolkata Knight Riders have released Bangladesh bowler Mustafizur Rahman after being instructed to do so by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). MORE..
Retiring Khawaja criticises ‘racial stereotypes’
Australia batter Usman Khawaja said he is still battling “racial stereotypes” as he announced his retirement from international cricket. MORE..
