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Supreme Court annuls medal awarded by Peradeniya University

Supreme Court annuls medal awarded by Peradeniya University

Train services on up-country line continue to be disrupted

Sri Lanka Railways has announced that train services on the up-country line will continue to be restricted today (22). MORE..

Putin-Trump summit on hold after Russia rejects ceasefire

A planned summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin was put on hold on Tuesday, as Moscow’s rejection of an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine cast a cloud over attempts at negotiations. MORE..

Heavy rains, strong winds expected in various parts of the island today

The low-pressure area located near the northern coast of Sri Lanka is expected to intensify further and move west-northwestward and is likely to develop into a Depression over the coastal areas of northern Tamil Nadu and south Andhra Pradesh during this evening (22), the Meteorology Department said. MORE..

Sri Lanka establishes diplomatic relations with Belize

The Government of Sri Lanka and the Government of Belize have established Diplomatic Relations between the two countries with effect from today (21), upon the signing of the agreement. MORE..

New drug pricing formula passed in Parliament

The pricing formula introduced for pharmaceutical drugs was passed in Parliament today (21). MORE..

Court orders arrest of large-scale drug traffickers ‘Dehi Bale Malli’ and ‘Kalu Malli’

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today ordered the immediate arrest of large-scale drug traffickers Sehan Sathsara alias “Dehi Bale Malli” and his brother Thushan Nethsara alias “Kalu Malli”, who are said to be hiding overseas and operating drug rackets in the country. MORE..

Former French President Sarkozy starts 5-year prison sentence

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy began a five-year sentence on Tuesday for conspiring to raise campaign funds from Libya, arriving at La Sante prison in Paris in a stunning downfall for a man who led the country between 2007 and 2012. MORE..

Sri Lanka ranked 7th among best countries for food in the world 2025

Sri Lanka has been recognized for its exceptional culinary delights, ranking 7th for the world’s best food in 2025, according to Condé Nast Traveler’s Readers’ Choice Awards. MORE..

No decision to remove vehicle pass logos of lawyers and doctors – Minister

Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that the government has not taken any decision to remove the identification badges (vehicle pass logos) displayed on the vehicles of lawyers and doctors. MORE..

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Over 40,000 dengue cases reported in Sri Lanka so far this year (English)

21 Ruhuna Uni. students arrested and remanded after violent clash injures six (English)

Deepavali, the Festival of Lights celebrated by Hindu devotees worldwid (English)

GovPay spot fine system rolled out in Southern Province (English)

Proceeds of Crime Investigation Division of Sri Lanka Police inaugurated (English)

President,FUTA hold talks on pressing issues within university system (English)

Sajith calls for due recognition to all religions and foster unity among communities (English)

Leader from Galle will assume power in the next few years - Former State Minister Channa Jayasumana (English)

'Ishara Sewwandi' escorted to Kilinochchi, More details emerge related to Nepal stay (English)

Adverse weather wreak havoc across Sri Lanka; Advisory issued for heavy rains, lightning (English)

Key takeaways as IMF-WB Annual Meetings 2025 wrap up in Washington (English)

Police officer arrested for withholding information on Ishara Sewwandi's whereabouts (English)

Technology

NASA confirms Earth now has two moons until 2083

NASA confirms Earth now has two moons until 2083

Amazon’s AWS nears recovery after major outage disrupts apps, services worldwide

Amazon’s AWS nears recovery after major outage disrupts apps, services worldwide

Iraq bans US gaming platform Roblox over child safety concerns

Iraq bans US gaming platform Roblox over child safety concerns

Amazon cloud platform and several other websites experiencing outages

Amazon cloud platform and several other websites experiencing outages

Entertainment

Veteran Indian actor-comedian Asrani dies at 84 after brief illness

Veteran Indian actor-comedian Asrani dies at 84 after brief illness

Limp Bizkit bassist Sam Rivers dies aged 48

Limp Bizkit bassist Sam Rivers dies aged 48

David Attenborough, 99, breaks record as oldest Daytime Emmy winner

David Attenborough, 99, breaks record as oldest Daytime Emmy winner

Deepika Padukone becomes the voice of Meta AI across six countries

Deepika Padukone becomes the voice of Meta AI across six countries

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West Indies become first team to bowl 50 overs of spin in an ODI

West Indies become first team to bowl 50 overs of spin in an ODI

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Mohammad Rizwan sacked, Shaheen Afridi named new Pakistan ODI captain

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