Special traffic plan implemented for 78th Independence Day celebration and rehearsals
Sri Lanka Police said a special traffic plan will be implemented in Colombo from today (30) in view of rehearsals and festivities related to the 78th National Independence Day celebrations. MORE..
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Govt signs agreement with plantation companies to increase estate workers’ daily wage
An agreement was signed this morning (30) between the Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs) and the Government at the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure to increase the daily wage of plantation workers to Rs. 1,750. MORE..
GMOA’s 48-hour ultimatum to government expires today
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has stated that the 48-hour ultimatum granted to the government to address their grievances concludes today (30). MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Sabina Yousaf crowned 2nd runner-up at Mrs. World 2025
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American Airlines plans to resume US flights to Venezuela after Trump moves to open airspace
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Another suspect arrested for aiding Jinthupitiya shooting incident
Another suspect accused of aiding and abetting the shooting incident that occurred on the night of January 16 in Jinthupitiya, within the Foreshore Police Division, was arrested yesterday (29) by the Colombo North Divisional Crime Investigation Bureau. MORE..
Trump threatens tariffs on any nation supplying Cuba with oil
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Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island
Showers or thundershowers are likely at several places in other areas of the island after 2.00 p.m. MORE..
NMCRP warns of potential local coconut oil price hike risk
The National Movement for Consumer Rights Protection (NMCRP) has warned that due to the budget proposal submitted by the government to remove the Special Commodity Levy on coconut oil and palm oil, it could lead to serious market and health-related consequences. MORE..
Former Sathosa Senior Manager and two others arrested by CIABOC
A former Senior Manager (Supplies) of Lanka Sathosa and two other individuals have been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). MORE..
Public officials must clearly understand public expectations against corruption and fraud - Secretary to the President
A workshop to brief the heads of 250 state institutions that have been instructed to establish Internal Affairs Units was held today (29) at the auditorium of the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute, under the patronage of Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake. MORE..
China relaxes visa rules for UK citizens on PM’s trip to Beijing
China agreed to relax rules to allow some visa-free travel for British citizens on Thursday during a visit by Prime Minister Keir Starmer to Beijing, as part of a partnership deal which London hopes will help expand its service sector. MORE..
Agreements to increase estate workers’ daily wage to be signed tomorrow
The Ministry of Plantations and Community Infrastructure has announced that the signing of agreements to increase the daily wages of estate workers will be held tomorrow (30) with the regional plantation companies. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Health Ministry assures early preparedness amid Nipah virus concerns
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Special traffic plan for 78th Independence Day celebration and rehearsals
Sri Lanka Police said a special traffic plan will be implemented in view of the 78th National Independence Day celebrations, which are scheduled to take place under the theme ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’, and the preceding rehearsals for the event. MORE..
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Woman arrested with cocaine and ecstasy pills worth Rs. 220 million
A 48-year-old woman has been arrested in Ganemulla with 4.5 kilograms of cocaine and more than 3,400 ecstasy pills, with an estimated street value of around Rs. 220 million. MORE..
GMOA’s 48-hour ultimatum to government expires today
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has stated that the 48-hour ultimatum granted to the government to address their grievances concludes today (30). MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Sabina Yousaf crowned 2nd runner-up at Mrs. World 2025
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American Airlines plans to resume US flights to Venezuela after Trump moves to open airspace
American Airlines said on Thursday it planned to resume services to Venezuela for the first time in more than six years pending government approval and subject to security assessments, just weeks after the U.S. military seized the country’s leader. MORE..
Another suspect arrested for aiding Jinthupitiya shooting incident
Another suspect accused of aiding and abetting the shooting incident that occurred on the night of January 16 in Jinthupitiya, within the Foreshore Police Division, was arrested yesterday (29) by the Colombo North Divisional Crime Investigation Bureau. MORE..
Trump threatens tariffs on any nation supplying Cuba with oil
U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened new tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba, escalating a pressure campaign against the Communist-run island. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island
Showers or thundershowers are likely at several places in other areas of the island after 2.00 p.m. MORE..
NMCRP warns of potential local coconut oil price hike risk
The National Movement for Consumer Rights Protection (NMCRP) has warned that due to the budget proposal submitted by the government to remove the Special Commodity Levy on coconut oil and palm oil, it could lead to serious market and health-related consequences. MORE..
Former Sathosa Senior Manager and two others arrested by CIABOC
A former Senior Manager (Supplies) of Lanka Sathosa and two other individuals have been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). MORE..
Public officials must clearly understand public expectations against corruption and fraud - Secretary to the President
A workshop to brief the heads of 250 state institutions that have been instructed to establish Internal Affairs Units was held today (29) at the auditorium of the Sri Lanka Foundation Institute, under the patronage of Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake. MORE..
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Technology
Apple forecasts strong sales growth as iPhone demand in Asia rebounds
Apple on Thursday forecast higher-than-expected revenue growth of up to 16% for the March quarter, powered by strong demand for its iPhones and a sharp rebound in China and accelerating demand in India. MORE..
UK Government offers free AI skills to every adult
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iPhone 18 series launching soon, Apple likely to surprise with pricing
iPhone 18 series launching soon, Apple likely to surprise with pricing
We have all heard about the rising RAM prices, thanks to the demand from AI data centres. Now, as per reports, it seems that Apple cannot stay immune to this hike either. MORE..
Oracle says data center outage causing issues faced by US TikTok users
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Oracle on Tuesday said issues faced by U.S. users of social media app TikTok are the result of a temporary weather-related power outage at an Oracle data center, after California Governor Gavin Newsom linked the issues to what he called the suppression of content critical of President Donald Trump. MORE..
Entertainment
Sri Lanka’s Sabina Yousaf crowned 2nd runner-up at Mrs. World 2025
Sri Lanka’s Sabina Yousaf has been named the Second Runner-Up at the 41st Mrs. World pageant, earning international recognition for the country at the prestigious global competition. MORE..
Nicki Minaj snags Trump gold card after saying she is his ‘No. 1 fan’
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Nicki Minaj revealed that she received a so-called Trump “gold card” that offers applicants residency and a path to U.S. citizenship, following an appearance at an event touting President Donald Trump’s government-supported investment accounts for babies. MORE..
Mattel reveals iconic Ken doll’s full name ahead of its 65th birthday
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Ken doll has been in the market for 65 years now. It first hit the shelves in 1961. Ahead of its 65th birthday in March this year, Mattel, one of the global toy and family entertainment companies, announced Ken’s full name. Well, it is Kenneth Sean Carson. MORE..
Mexico president asks South Korea for more BTS concerts
Mexico president asks South Korea for more BTS concerts
The scramble for tickets to K-pop band BTS’ comeback tour, which comes after a four-year hiatus, has seen Mexico’s president appealing to her South Korean counterpart to add more shows in her country. MORE..
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Sports
Sri Lanka explains silence in BCB-ICC standoff; open to hosting India, Pakistan or Bangladesh amid future political rows
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Chamuditha ton powers Sri Lanka U19s to win over South Africa
A dazzling 110 in 94 balls from Viran Chamuditha enabled Sri Lanka to beat South Africa by five wickets in their ICC U19 World Cup match at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo on Thursday. MORE..
Gervonta Davis arrested in Miami on kidnapping and false imprisonment charges
Boxing champion Gervonta “Tank” Davis was arrested in Miami on Wednesday, nearly two weeks after authorities issued a warrant accusing him of battery, false imprisonment and attempted kidnapping, according to Miami Gardens police. MORE..
USA’s Aaron Jones charged for breaching ICC’s anti-corruption code
USA batter Aaron Jones has been charged by the ICC with five breaches of the Anti-Corruption Code and suspended from playing all cricket with immediate effect. He has 14 days to respond to the charges. MORE..
Sri Lanka T20I squad for England series announced
The Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Panel has announced the 16-member squad led by Dasun Shanaka selected to play in the upcoming three-match T20I series against England. MORE..
