Anusha Palpita arrested by Bribery Commission
Former Secretary to the Ministry of Mass Media and former Chairman of the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL), Anusha Palpita, has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). MORE..
- ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund receives over Rs. 8.5B in contributions – Finance Secretary
- Anusha Palpita arrested by Bribery Commission
- PM Harini returns from World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos
- Karu Jayasuriya writes to President over abolition of MPs’ Pensions
- Indictments filed against former Minister Chamara Sampath
- Court temporarily lifts overseas travel ban on Prasanna Ranatunga
- Hospital services disrupted as GMOA’s token strike gets underway
- Harry Styles announces global tour dates with 30 nights in New York City
- New circular issued on restoring livelihoods of cyclone-affected communities
- CAASL to introduce licensing system for drone pilots for first time in Sri Lanka
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CAASL to introduce licensing system for drone pilots for first time in Sri Lanka
For the first time, the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) is set to introduce a licensing system for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) operators engaged in commercial and professional activities. MORE..
New circular issued on restoring livelihoods of cyclone-affected communities
A new circular has been issued to facilitate the restoration of livelihoods of the people impacted by the disaster caused by Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..
Hospital services disrupted as GMOA’s token strike gets underway
The 48-hour token strike launched by the Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) based on several demands is currently underway. MORE..
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Court temporarily lifts overseas travel ban on Prasanna Ranatunga
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered the temporary lifting of the overseas travel ban imposed on former Minister Prasanna Ranatunga. MORE..
Indictments filed against former Minister Chamara Sampath
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has informed the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today (23) that indictments have been filed in the Colombo High Court against former Minister Chamara Sampath Dassanayake over a corruption allegation. MORE..
Karu Jayasuriya writes to President over abolition of MPs’ Pensions
Former Speaker of Parliament Karu Jayasuriya has directed a letter to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake regarding the abolition of pensions for Members of Parliament. MORE..
PM Harini returns from World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, who participated in the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 held in Davos, Switzerland, has returned to Sri Lanka this morning (23). MORE..
‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund receives over Rs. 8.5B in contributions – Finance Secretary
The Secretary to the Ministry of Finance, Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, has provided an update on the current status of the ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund, established by the government to support reconstruction efforts following Cyclone ‘Ditwah’. MORE..
Ragama town to be developed as health, education, and transport hub – Minister
Minister of Transport, Highways, and Urban Development, Bimal Rathnayake, informed Parliament today (23) that plans have been formulated to construct a Multimodal Transport Hub centered around Ragama town. MORE..
Japan’s Takaichi dissolves parliament after only 3 months in office, setting up snap election
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi dissolved the lower house of Parliament on Friday, paving the way for a Feb. 8 snap election. MORE..
Trump says he’s withdrawing invitation for Carney to join his Gaza ‘Board of Peace’
U.S. President Donald Trump said late Thursday that he is withdrawing an invitation for Prime Minister Mark Carney to join his “Board of Peace” initiative for Gaza. MORE..
Former Minister Johnston Fernando and sons further remanded
Five suspects including former Minister Johnston Fernando and his two sons, who were arrested by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID), have been further remanded until January 30 by the Wattala Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
US Embassy in Colombo warns against unauthorized employment on visitor visas
The U.S. Embassy in Colombo has reminded Sri Lankan travellers to ensure they comply with U.S. visa regulations before travelling to the United States. MORE..
China says it rescued Philippine crew from cargo ship near Scarborough Shoal
The Chinese Coast Guard said on Friday it dispatched two vessels to rescue 21 Philippine crew members in a foreign cargo ship that capsized near the Scarborough Shoal in the South China Sea. MORE..
Gold tops $4,900/oz; silver and platinum extend record‑setting rally
Gold pushed past $4,900 per ounce for the first time on Thursday, powered by ongoing geopolitical tensions, a softer U.S. dollar and expectations of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, while silver and platinum prices hit fresh record highs. MORE..
New circular issued on restoring livelihoods of cyclone-affected communities
A new circular has been issued to facilitate the restoration of livelihoods of the people impacted by the disaster caused by Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..
Hospital services disrupted as GMOA’s token strike gets underway
The 48-hour token strike launched by the Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) based on several demands is currently underway. MORE..
Court temporarily lifts overseas travel ban on Prasanna Ranatunga
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered the temporary lifting of the overseas travel ban imposed on former Minister Prasanna Ranatunga. MORE..
Indictments filed against former Minister Chamara Sampath
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has informed the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today (23) that indictments have been filed in the Colombo High Court against former Minister Chamara Sampath Dassanayake over a corruption allegation. MORE..
Karu Jayasuriya writes to President over abolition of MPs’ Pensions
Former Speaker of Parliament Karu Jayasuriya has directed a letter to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake regarding the abolition of pensions for Members of Parliament. MORE..
PM Harini returns from World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, who participated in the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) 2026 held in Davos, Switzerland, has returned to Sri Lanka this morning (23). MORE..
‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund receives over Rs. 8.5B in contributions – Finance Secretary
The Secretary to the Ministry of Finance, Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, has provided an update on the current status of the ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund, established by the government to support reconstruction efforts following Cyclone ‘Ditwah’. MORE..
Ragama town to be developed as health, education, and transport hub – Minister
Minister of Transport, Highways, and Urban Development, Bimal Rathnayake, informed Parliament today (23) that plans have been formulated to construct a Multimodal Transport Hub centered around Ragama town. MORE..
Japan’s Takaichi dissolves parliament after only 3 months in office, setting up snap election
Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi dissolved the lower house of Parliament on Friday, paving the way for a Feb. 8 snap election. MORE..
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Technology
The deal to secure TikTok’s future in the US has finally closed
The joint venture acquiring TikTok’s US assets has been formally established and has announced its leadership team, according to the company, one day before the deadline set by President Donald Trump for the app’s US assets to be spun off by Chinese parent company ByteDance. MORE..
Ubisoft eyes ‘major reset’ as ‘Prince of Persia’ remake among 6 games axed amid layoffs, studio closures
Ubisoft eyes ‘major reset’ as ‘Prince of Persia’ remake among 6 games axed amid layoffs, studio closures
Six highly awaited games have been axed at French video game developer Ubisoft, as a part of what the company calls a “major organisational, operational, and portfolio reset”. MORE..
Apple to revamp Siri as a built-in chatbot: Report
Apple to revamp Siri as a built-in chatbot: Report
Apple plans to revamp Siri later this year by turning the digital assistant into the company’s first artificial intelligence chatbot, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday. MORE..
OpenAI rolls out age prediction on ChatGPT
OpenAI rolls out age prediction on ChatGPT
OpenAI on Tuesday said it is rolling out age prediction on ChatGPT globally, to determine whether an account is likely owned by a minor, as the artificial intelligence startup prepares to allow adult content on the popular chatbot. MORE..
Entertainment
Harry Styles announces global tour dates with 30 nights in New York City
Harry Styles is officially getting ready for a seven-city residency, with the singer announcing his upcoming world tour, Together Together, on Thursday via Instagram. MORE..
Vampire thriller ‘Sinners’ leads all Oscar nominees with 16 nods
Vampire thriller ‘Sinners’ leads all Oscar nominees with 16 nods
‘Sinners,’ a Segregation-era vampire thriller starring Michael B. Jordan, stormed into the awards race on Thursday with the most Academy Award nominations of any film this year, landing a record 16 nods. MORE..
The Eagles’ ‘Greatest Hits’ is the first album in US history to sell over 40M units
The Eagles’ ‘Greatest Hits’ is the first album in US history to sell over 40M units
Take it easy and go quadruple diamond. The Eagles’ 1976 album “Their Greatest Hits 1971-1975” the bestselling album of all time in the U.S., has officially sold over 40 million units. That’s according to new certification from the Recording Industry Association of America. MORE..
Hollywood isn’t pushing unreasonably high beauty standards - Ashton Kutcher
Hollywood isn’t pushing unreasonably high beauty standards - Ashton Kutcher
US actor Ashton Kutcher has said he believes Hollywood is not pushing unreasonably high beauty standards, adding that wider society is to blame for the increasing desire to look perfect. MORE..
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UK
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Euro |
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Switzerland
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Canada
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Qatar
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Riyal | 84.9971 |
Saudi Arabia
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UAE
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Dirham | 84.3445 |
Sports
England collapse in first ODI as Sri Lanka take 1-0 series lead
England’s alarming ODI slump continued as Harry Brook’s side slid to a 19-run defeat to Sri Lanka in the series opener at Colombo. MORE..
Sri Lanka post 271/6 in first ODI against England
Kusal Mendis played the anchor role with a surgeon’s touch as Sri Lanka posted a competitive 271 for six after opting to bat first in the opening one-day international against England at Colombo’s R. Premadasa Stadium today (22). MORE..
Sri Lanka opt to bat first against England in series opener
Sri Lanka have won the toss and opted to bat first against England in the opening game of the three-match One Day International series at the R Premadasa International Stadium. MORE..
Real Madrid with record-breaking revenue top Deloitte Football Money League
An expanded and more lucrative Champions League has helped Real Madrid, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain all earn more than any Premier League club last season, according to the latest Deloitte Football Money League. MORE..
BCB calls meeting with national players and Ministry officials to discuss World Cup participation
The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) has called a meeting with the national team players and Professor Asif Nazrul, Adviser to the Ministry of Youth and Sports, on Thursday after the International Cricket Council (ICC) rejected their request to shift their T20 World Cup 2026 matches from India. MORE..
