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Mother of ‘Ishara Sewwandi’ dies in prison

The mother of ‘Ishara Sewwandi’, the fugitive female suspect in connection with the murder of underworld figure Sanjeewa Kumara Samararatne, alias ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa,’ has reportedly died while in custody at the Welikada Prison. MORE..

Another suspect linked to murder of ‘Army Upul’ arrested

An individual who allegedly assisted in the shooting and killing of ‘Army Upul’ in Batuwatta, Ragama has been arrested by the Kelaniya Division Crime Investigation Unit. MORE..

Massive fire erupts on goods train carrying diesel in Tamil Nadu

A major fire broke out on four wagons of a goods train carrying diesel near the Tiruvallur railway station around 5:30 am this morning triggering panic in the surrounding areas. Visuals from the scene showed towering flames and thick plumes of black smoke billowing from the affected wagons. MORE..

Kerala cannabis valued over Rs. 15 mn seized in Jaffna

A stock of 38kg and 700g of Kerala cannabis has been seized by the Sri Lanka Navy during a search operation conducted off the Eluvaitivu Island in Jaffna. MORE..

Parents’ support key to make education reforms a success: PM Harini

The support of not only teachers, but also the administrative sector and parents, is vital for the successful implementation of proposed education reforms, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has stated. MORE..

Red warning issued for strong winds and rough seas

A ‘Red’ warning has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for strong winds and rough seas for areas extending from Galle to Pottuvil via Matara and Hambantota. MORE..

CBSL’s Anti-Pyramid National Awareness Week from tomorrow

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) will launch the ‘Anti-Pyramid National Awareness Week’ from tomorrow (14). MORE..

North Korea reaffirms support for Russia’s war in Ukraine

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un offered Moscow his “unconditional support” on the war in Ukraine, according to Pyongyang state media reports. MORE..

Sri Sobitha Nahimigama Housing Project vested with public

The official handover of the Sri Sobitha Nahimigama housing project to its beneficiaries has taken place at the Oyamadua, Elpathagama in the Anuradhapura District, with the participation of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, the Office of the Prime Minister stated. MORE..

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President stresses effective use of Rs. 1,400 bln capital allocation in 2025 budget (English)

President stresses effective use of Rs. 1,400 bln capital allocation in 2025 budget (English)

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President announces plans to recruit 30,000 public servants after five-year gap (English)

Mattala Airport still years away from being flight-ready – Minister (English)

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Substandard drug imports: Indictment proceedings against Keheliya postponed (English)

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Sri Lanka's opposition reacts to Trump's announcement on 30% trade tariff (English)

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xAI issues lengthy apology for violent and antisemitic Grok social media posts

xAI issues lengthy apology for violent and antisemitic Grok social media posts

US online spending surges as steep discounts boost sales

US online spending surges as steep discounts boost sales

Musk’s Starlink receives India’s final regulatory nod for launch

Musk’s Starlink receives India’s final regulatory nod for launch

Nvidia’s stock market value hits $4 trillion on AI dominance

Nvidia’s stock market value hits $4 trillion on AI dominance

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‘Superman’ smashes box office expectations, soaring towards $130 million opening

‘Superman’ smashes box office expectations, soaring towards $130 million opening

Justin Bieber releases new album after 4-year music hiatus

Justin Bieber releases new album after 4-year music hiatus

Original Birkin bag sells at auction for record $10 million

Original Birkin bag sells at auction for record $10 million

Popular Indian actress Hansika Motwani arrives in Sri Lanka

Popular Indian actress Hansika Motwani arrives in Sri Lanka

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FIFA Club World Cup: Infantino hails dawn of ‘golden era’

FIFA Club World Cup: Infantino hails dawn of ‘golden era’

Sri Lanka vs. Bangladesh 2nd T20I in Dambulla today

Poland’s Iga Swiatek crushes American Anisimova 6-0 6-0 to win maiden Wimbledon crown

Carlos Alcaraz to face Jannik Sinner at Wimbledon final in rematch of French Open

Italy qualify for T20 World Cup 2026, set to be hosted in India and Sri Lanka