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Five new suspects arrested over Louvre jewellery theft
Five new suspects arrested over Louvre jewellery theft
Five new arrests have been made in the investigation into the Louvre jewellery heist, the prosecutor for Paris has said. MORE..
New Additional Commissioner General appointed to Motor Traffic Department
New Additional Commissioner General appointed to Motor Traffic Department
Senior officer of the Sri Lanka Administrative Service Tharaka Niroshan Devapriya today assumed duties as the new Additional Commissioner General of the Motor Traffic Department. MORE..
Puma to cut 900 jobs as sales continue to decline
Puma to cut 900 jobs as sales continue to decline
German sportswear maker Puma on Wednesday said that it would cut a further 13% of its workforce globally, equivalent to 900 jobs by the end of 2026, as its sales continued to decline. MORE..
Drug menace will be defeated and victory is certain – President
Drug menace will be defeated and victory is certain – President
The drug menace must be defeated to ensure social stability in the country and that the steps taken by himself and the government in this regard will undoubtedly lead to victory, according to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
Stalemate at Seethawaka Pradeshiya Sabha continues
Stalemate at Seethawaka Pradeshiya Sabha continues
A group of members of the Seethawaka Pradeshiya Sabha has requested the relevant authorities to convene a meeting to establish the authority of the council, which has not been set up for more than three months. MORE..
Over Rs. 1.2 billion owed by doctors who have left public service – National Audit Office
Over Rs. 1.2 billion owed by doctors who have left public service – National Audit Office
The National Audit Office has revealed that the government is owed more than Rs. 1,277 million from medical officers who have left the public service on various grounds. MORE..
Trump says will lower China tariffs by 10% after ‘amazing’ meeting with Xi Jinping
Trump says will lower China tariffs by 10% after ‘amazing’ meeting with Xi Jinping
Calling it an “amazing” meeting that marked a “fantastic new beginning” in US China relations, US President Donald Trump on Thursday announced a sweeping set of economic and trade understandings with Chinese President Xi Jinping...MORE..
GMOA to launch island-wide trade union action tomorrow
GMOA to launch island-wide trade union action tomorrow
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has decided to launch an island-wide trade union action tomorrow (31) in protest against the alleged arbitrary transfer system. MORE..
GovPay processes over Rs. 500 million in digital payments
GovPay processes over Rs. 500 million in digital payments
GovPay, a secure and user-friendly online platform designed to facilitate digital payments for Sri Lanka’s government services, has successfully processed over Rs. 500 million in transactions, the Ministry of Digital Economy stated. MORE..
Two suspects partially admit involvement in Louvre heist, prosecutor says
Two suspects partially admit involvement in Louvre heist, prosecutor says
Two men arrested in connection with the Louvre theft two weeks ago have “partially recognised” their involvement in the brazen heist, according to officials. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s elderly population increased to 18%
Sri Lanka’s elderly population increased to 18%
Sri Lanka has been identified as one of the countries in the Asian region with the fastest-growing elderly population, according to health authorities. MORE..
30,000 individuals subjected to inspection during island-wide police operation
30,000 individuals subjected to inspection during island-wide police operation
A total of 796 individuals have been arrested on suspicion of being involved in criminal activities and also over illicit liquor and drug-related offenses during a special island-wide operation conducted yesterday (29). MORE..
Hurricane Melissa leaves dozens dead and trail of destruction across Caribbean
Hurricane Melissa leaves dozens dead and trail of destruction across Caribbean
Hurricane Melissa has continued its devastating sweep across the Caribbean, decimating homes and infrastructure, flooding neighbourhoods and leaving dozens dead. MORE..
Navy vessel deployed to rescue fishermen aboard distressed multi-day fishing boat in southeastern seas
Navy vessel deployed to rescue fishermen aboard distressed multi-day fishing boat in southeastern seas
A special vessel belonging to the Sri Lanka Navy has been deployed to carry out rescue operations for fishermen aboard a multi-day fishing vessel that met with an accident in the southeastern sea area of the country. MORE..
Bodies of two unidentified males found in Mattakkuliya
Bodies of two unidentified males found in Mattakkuliya
Bodies of two unidentified males have been discovered following information received by the Mattakkuliya Police Station. MORE..
Donald Trump, Xi Jinping to meet after six years today
Donald Trump, Xi Jinping to meet after six years today
US President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping are set to meet today in Busan on the sidelines of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit, which is a high-stakes encounter unfolding amid escalating trade frictions and global economic uncertainty. MORE..
Island-wide anti-drug operation to commence today
Island-wide anti-drug operation to commence today
The island-wide anti-drug operation, under the theme “Nation United – National Drive” is scheduled to commence this morning. MORE..
Evening showers expected in parts of the island today
Evening showers expected in parts of the island today
Showers or thundershowers are expected at a few places in the Sabaragamuwa, Central and Uva provinces after 4.00 p.m. today (30), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Over 3,200 Sri Lankans departed for employment in South Korea in 2025: SLBFE
Over 3,200 Sri Lankans departed for employment in South Korea in 2025: SLBFE
A total of 3,253 Sri Lankans have departed for employment in South Korea during the first ten months of 2025, according to the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE). MORE..
Sri Lanka and Pakistan to explore cooperation in marine tourism
Sri Lanka and Pakistan to explore cooperation in marine tourism
Sri Lanka and Pakistan have agreed to explore joint initiatives in marine and coastal tourism to boost the blue economy, create jobs and strengthen regional connectivity through sustainable ocean-based development. MORE..
UN chief ‘gravely concerned’ about ‘widespread devastation’ from Hurricane Melissa
UN chief ‘gravely concerned’ about ‘widespread devastation’ from Hurricane Melissa
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Wednesday expressed deep concern about Hurricane Melissa’s “widespread devastation” in the Caribbean, pledging full support to affected nations. MORE..
Arrest warrant issued for NPP MP Jagath Manuwarna
Arrest warrant issued for NPP MP Jagath Manuwarna
A warrant has been issued for the arrest of National People’s Power Member of Parliament Jagath Manuwarna by the Colombo Fort Magistrate’s Court, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Seven arrested over running a pyramid scheme further remanded
Seven arrested over running a pyramid scheme further remanded
Seven individuals who have been in remand custody on several charges, including operating a pyramid scheme, have been further remanded until November 4, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 104, health ministry says
Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 104, health ministry says
At least 104 Palestinians were killed in a wave of Israeli strikes in Gaza on Tuesday night, the territory’s Hamas-run health ministry says. MORE..
Piyal Manamperi further remanded till November 12
Piyal Manamperi further remanded till November 12
Former Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna Angunukolapelessa Pradeshiya Sabha member Piyal Manamperi who was arrested in connection with the recent recovery of chemicals allegedly used to manufacture ‘Ice’ in Middeniya has been further remanded, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..