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Heavy traffic congestion reported at Ja-Ela and Katunayake expressway interchanges

Heavy traffic congestion reported at Ja-Ela and Katunayake expressway interchanges

Indian PM Modi assures all possible assistance for Sri Lanka as a reliable friend

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured that India will extend all possible assistance as a trusted partner and reliable friend, with the government turning its attention to the next phase of the recovery process following the devastation caused by Cyclone “Ditwah.” MORE..

12 Indian fishermen arrested for poaching in Sri Lankan waters

A total of 12 Indian fishermen have been arrested while poaching in seas off Talaimannar, Indian media reported. MORE..

New batch of Epstein files include many references to Donald Trump

The US Justice Department released a new trove of documents on Tuesday from its investigation into the late financier and convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, including an email from a prosecutor indicating President Donald Trump had traveled aboard his private jet “many more times than previously has been reported”. MORE..

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Police Constable arrested over incident involving NPP MP suspended from service

The Police Constable who was arrested and subsequently released on bail in connection with the assault incident involving Ratnapura District NPP Member of Parliament Shantha Pathma Kumara Subasingha, has been suspended from service pending further investigations, police stated. MORE..

China pledges support for Sri Lanka’s “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” programme

China has expressed its readiness to extend all necessary assistance to Sri Lanka and to share its experience under the “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” programme. MORE..

Rs. 106 mln disbursed to 531 cyclone-affected industrialists in first phase

Steps have already been taken to provide financial assistance to industrialists affected by severe weather conditions caused by Cyclone Ditwah, under the first phase of the relief programme, the Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development has stated. MORE..

Special traffic plan in Colombo tomorrow

Sri Lanka Police has announced a special traffic plan to minimize congestion in Colombo on Christmas Eve (December 24). MORE..

BASL urges President to immediately appoint permanent Auditor General

The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) today expressed its deep concern regarding the prolonged failure to appoint a permanent Auditor General following the retirement of the former Auditor General in April 2025. MORE..

Trains on Eastern Line to Batticaloa to resume tomorrow

Train operations on the Eastern Railway Line up to Batticaloa will resume tomorrow (24), the Department of Railways has announced. MORE..

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Police officer arrested for allegedly assaulting NPP MP granted bail (English)

Police officer arrested for allegedly assaulting NPP MP granted bail (English)

Sluice gates of several major reservoirs remain open as monsoon rains continue (English)

Indian Foreign Minister Jaishankar visits Sri Lanka as Indian PM's special envoy (English)

PM says Sri Lanka needs to catch up; assures swift education reforms (English)

President commends Sri Lanka Army for its unwavering service to the nation (English)

Several parties comment on controversies over the 'Ondansetron' vaccine (English)

Reservoirs continue to overflow, landslides reported amid Northeast Monsoon rains (English)

Justice Minister invites public to share views on proposed new Anti-Terrorism Bill (English)

Probe launched after reports of VMS data falling into drug traffickers' hands (English)

PM calls for united front to eradicate ragging, violence and narcotics from universities (English)

Indian pharma company requests independent testing of controversial drug withdrawn in Sri Lanka (English)

Sluice gates of several major reservoirs opened amidst heavy downpour (English)

Plantation Minister reveals extent of Cyclone Ditwah's impact on plantation sector (English)

Court temporarily suspends MP Asoka Ranwala's driving licence, orders tests (English)

Technology

Uber and Lyft announce plans to trial Chinese robotaxis in UK in 2026

Uber and Lyft announce plans to trial Chinese robotaxis in UK in 2026

Google and Apple warn visa workers against overseas travel amid US immigration crackdown

Google and Apple warn visa workers against overseas travel amid US immigration crackdown

Trump urges 2028 astronaut moon landing in sweeping space policy order

Trump urges 2028 astronaut moon landing in sweeping space policy order

Facebook tests Ł9.99 monthly subscription for sharing more than two links

Facebook tests Ł9.99 monthly subscription for sharing more than two links

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Call of Duty co-creator Vince Zampella dies in California car crash

Call of Duty co-creator Vince Zampella dies in California car crash

Ellison offers $40.4 billion guarantee to beef up Paramount’s Warner Bros bid

Ellison offers $40.4 billion guarantee to beef up Paramount’s Warner Bros bid

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ ignites to $36.5 million on opening day

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ ignites to $36.5 million on opening day

UK author David Walliams dropped by publisher after harassment allegations

UK author David Walliams dropped by publisher after harassment allegations

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