Restoration work of Northern and Talaimannar railway lines commences
Restoration work of the Northern and Talaimannar railway lines was launched today (11). MORE..
- Showers above 50 mm expected in Eastern, Uva and Sabaragamuwa provinces
- Israel on high alert for possibility of US intervention in Iran, sources say
- Man dies in road accident in Melsiripura
- Restoration work of Northern and Talaimannar railway lines commences
- Australia bushfires to burn out of control for weeks, authorities say
- Tamil Nadu CM writes to Indian PM Modi over Sri Lanka’s proposed constitutional reforms
- Train operations s between Maho and Anuradhapura suspended from Jan. 19
- ISRO spy satellite launch tomorrow to boost India’s private space ecosystem
- Iran vows to strike back if US attacks as regime change protests continue
- China’s Foreign Minister to arrive in Sri Lanka today
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China’s Foreign Minister to arrive in Sri Lanka today
The Foreign Minister of China, Wang Yi is scheduled to arrive in the country tonight (11). MORE..
Iran vows to strike back if US attacks as regime change protests continue
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said that the United States and Israel want to create chaos and disorder in Iran by ordering riots, urging Iranians to distance themselves from “rioters and terrorists.” MORE..
Train operations s between Maho and Anuradhapura suspended from Jan. 19
Train operations between the Maho Junction and Anuradhapura railway stations will be suspended for renovation activities, Minister of Transport Bimal Rathnayake. MORE..
Tamil Nadu CM writes to Indian PM Modi over Sri Lanka’s proposed constitutional reforms
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has written to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the central government to take proactive and high-level diplomatic steps to protect the welfare, political rights, and constitutional aspirations of Sri Lankan Tamils amid proposed constitutional reforms in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Australia bushfires to burn out of control for weeks, authorities say
Australian authorities said on Sunday (Jan 11) it would take firefighters weeks to get on top of bushfires in the country’s southeast that have razed homes, cut power to thousands of homes and burned swathes of bushland. MORE..
Man dies in road accident in Melsiripura
An individual has died following a road accident that occurred in Nabeta, Melsiripura. MORE..
Israel on high alert for possibility of US intervention in Iran, sources say
Israel is on high alert for the possibility of any United States intervention in Iran as authorities there confront the biggest anti-government protests in years, according to three Israeli sources with knowledge of the matter. MORE..
Showers above 50 mm expected in Eastern, Uva and Sabaragamuwa provinces
Showers have been predicted in the Northern, North-central, Uva, Eastern and Central provinces and the Hambantota district tomorrow (12). MORE..
Education reforms necessary but reconsider the process: Maha Sangha
Although there is a need for educational reforms in schools, the process in which the present administration is carrying them out is not acceptable, Senior Professor Venerable Pathegama Gnanissara Thero noted. MORE..
National Visual Record Exhibition on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah in February
The government is preparing to publish a National Visual Record on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah on Sri Lanka and the subsequent recovery and reconstruction process with the President’s Media Division taking the lead role in collaboration with the Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat. MORE..
Train operations to Kandy within one year - Dy Minister of Transport
All efforts are being taken to resume train operations to Kandy within one year, according to Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways Prasanna Gunasena. MORE..
Postal Department records Rs. 13,100 million in revenue in 2025
The Sri Lanka Postal Department has exceeded the revenue target set by the Treasury for last year, the department noted. MORE..
US warns Americans to leave Venezuela immediately as armed militias set up roadblocks
The U.S. government issued a new security alert Saturday urging Americans in Venezuela to leave the country immediately, citing security concerns and the U.S. government’s inability to provide emergency assistance, according to the U.S. Embassy Caracas. MORE..
NBRO extends landslide warnings despite slight reduction in rainfall
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has decided to further extend landslide warnings despite a slight reduction in rainfall, according to Dr. Wasantha Senadheera, Senior Geologist at the NBRO. MORE..
Insurance scheme launched for seed paddy production farms
The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board says the project to provide coverage for paddy cultivation in seed paddy production farms, has been launched enabling farmers to successfully manage their farms amid prevailing risk conditions. MORE..
Iran vows to strike back if US attacks as regime change protests continue
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian said that the United States and Israel want to create chaos and disorder in Iran by ordering riots, urging Iranians to distance themselves from “rioters and terrorists.” MORE..
Train operations s between Maho and Anuradhapura suspended from Jan. 19
Train operations between the Maho Junction and Anuradhapura railway stations will be suspended for renovation activities, Minister of Transport Bimal Rathnayake. MORE..
Tamil Nadu CM writes to Indian PM Modi over Sri Lanka’s proposed constitutional reforms
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin has written to Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the central government to take proactive and high-level diplomatic steps to protect the welfare, political rights, and constitutional aspirations of Sri Lankan Tamils amid proposed constitutional reforms in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Australia bushfires to burn out of control for weeks, authorities say
Australian authorities said on Sunday (Jan 11) it would take firefighters weeks to get on top of bushfires in the country’s southeast that have razed homes, cut power to thousands of homes and burned swathes of bushland. MORE..
Man dies in road accident in Melsiripura
An individual has died following a road accident that occurred in Nabeta, Melsiripura. MORE..
Israel on high alert for possibility of US intervention in Iran, sources say
Israel is on high alert for the possibility of any United States intervention in Iran as authorities there confront the biggest anti-government protests in years, according to three Israeli sources with knowledge of the matter. MORE..
Showers above 50 mm expected in Eastern, Uva and Sabaragamuwa provinces
Showers have been predicted in the Northern, North-central, Uva, Eastern and Central provinces and the Hambantota district tomorrow (12). MORE..
Education reforms necessary but reconsider the process: Maha Sangha
Although there is a need for educational reforms in schools, the process in which the present administration is carrying them out is not acceptable, Senior Professor Venerable Pathegama Gnanissara Thero noted. MORE..
National Visual Record Exhibition on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah in February
The government is preparing to publish a National Visual Record on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah on Sri Lanka and the subsequent recovery and reconstruction process with the President’s Media Division taking the lead role in collaboration with the Clean Sri Lanka Secretariat. MORE..
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Technology
ISRO spy satellite launch tomorrow to boost India’s private space ecosystem
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) will launch its 64th Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) mission tomorrow, marking a critical moment for India’s space program and signalling the rise of the country’s private space ecosystem. MORE..
Musk’s X to open source new algorithm in seven days
Musk’s X to open source new algorithm in seven days
Elon Musk said on Saturday that social media platform X will open to the public its new algorithm, including all code for organic and advertising post recommendations, in seven days. MORE..
US ‘Doomsday Plane’ makes rare appearance in 51 years amid global tensions
US ‘Doomsday Plane’ makes rare appearance in 51 years amid global tensions
The US military’s highly classified “Doomsday Plane” – a Cold War–era airborne command centre built to withstand nuclear war – made an unusually public appearance this week, sparking widespread speculation at a time of escalating geopolitical strain. MORE..
Astronaut’s ‘serious medical condition’ forces Nasa to end space station mission early
Astronaut’s ‘serious medical condition’ forces Nasa to end space station mission early
Nasa has said it will return a four-person crew aboard the International Space Station (ISS), cutting short their mission a month early because of a “serious medical condition” affecting one of the astronauts. MORE..
Entertainment
Bob Weir, Grateful Dead co-founder and rhythm guitarist, dead at 78
Veteran rock musician Bob Weir, the Grateful Dead’s rhythm guitarist who helped guide the legendary jam band through decades of change and success, has died at age 78, according to a statement posted to his verified Instagram account on Saturday. MORE..
‘High School Musical 3’ actor Matt Prokop arrested on alleged child pornography charges
‘High School Musical 3’ actor Matt Prokop arrested on alleged child pornography charges
Former teen actor Matt Prokop has been arrested in Texas and is currently being held without bail following multiple charges, including alleged possession of child pornography. MORE..
Rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman sells for $15 million
Rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman sells for $15 million
A rare copy of the comic book that introduced the world to Superman and also was once stolen from the home of actor Nicolas Cage has been sold for a record $15 million. MORE..
Sri Lanka ranked most affordable place to live or retire in 2026
Sri Lanka ranked most affordable place to live or retire in 2026
International Living magazine has identified the five most affordable places to live or retire in 2026, which scored the highest in the cost-of-living category of its 2026 Global Retirement Index. 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 |
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Australia
Australian Dollar |
202.5050 | 211.6962 |
Singapore
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236.0989 | 245.3091 |
Japan
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Oman
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Qatar
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Riyal | 84.9614 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 82.5893 |
UAE
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Dirham | 84.3230 |
Sports
Sri Lanka-Pakistan third T20I toss delayed due to rain
The coin toss for the third and final T20I of the three-match series between Sri Lanka and Pakistan has been delayed due to heavy rains at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium. MORE..
Pakistan ready to host Bangladesh’s T20 World Cup matches: Report
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has indicated it is ready to host Bangladesh’s matches in the Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 after the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) opted not to travel to India citing security concerns. MORE..
Bangladesh players act normal despite controversies, says Shanto
Bangladesh players are often forced to mask the impact of controversies in the build-up to and at major tournaments, despite how the external noise affects them, test captain Najmul Hossain Shanto said. MORE..
Pakistan, Sri Lanka second T20I abandoned due to rain
The second T20I of the three-match series between Pakistan and Sri Lanka has been called off due to rain here at the Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium. MORE..
PSG clinch French Super Cup after shootout win over Marseille
Goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier was the hero as Paris St Germain clinched their fourth consecutive French Super Cup title, beating rivals Olympique de Marseille 4-1 in a penalty shootout after a dramatic 2-2 draw in Kuwait on Thursday. MORE..
