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Donald Trump threatens BBC with legal action over speech edit

Donald Trump has threatened legal action against the BBC, following criticism over how a speech the US president made was edited and used in a Panorama documentary. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 9:13 am

Six killed in blast outside Islamabad court in Pakistan

An explosion has killed at least six people and injured several others outside a court building in Pakistan’s capital Islamabad, police say. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 2:41 pm

Turkish military plane crashes in Georgia with at least 20 on board

A Turkish C-130 military cargo plane with at least 20 personnel on board crashed in Georgia on Tuesday after taking off from Azerbaijan but the number of casualties and the cause of the incident were not immediately clear. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 10:08 pm

President expresses solidarity with India after Delhi blast

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has sent a heartfelt message expressing solidarity with the people of India following the explosion in the Indian capital Delhi that killed at least 12 people and wounded several others yesterday. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 3:22 pm

Sri Lanka to enact new Investment Security Act

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to the proposal by the President in his capacity as the Minister of Finance, Plan Implementation and Economic Development to formulate a bill to ensure the prevention of nationalization of private properties and also guarantee policy stability related to investments. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 3:30 pm

Hungarian-British writer David Szalay wins prestigious Booker Prize for ’Flesh’

The Booker Prize is the UK’s most prestigious fiction award and is open to novels written in the English language. This year’s award goes to David Szalay for his novel “Flesh”, which tackles themes of masculinity, migration and power. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 1:44 pm

Delhi car blast being probed under anti-terrorism law, report

Indian police are probing a deadly car blast in the capital Delhi under a stringent law used to fight “terrorism”, television channels reported on Tuesday, citing a case registered by the police. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 5:45 am

Czech national drowns in seas off Dikwella

A Czech national was reportedly swept away by strong waves while bathing in seas off Dikwella yesterday (10), police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 5:44 am

Sri Lanka to further strengthen cooperation with Saudi Fund for Development

Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath has held discussions with the Chief Executive Officer of the Saudi Fund for Development (SFD), Mr. Sultan Abdulrahman Al-Marshad, on the sidelines of the TOURISE global summit 2025 in Riyadh. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 10:18 pm

Derana Dream Star winner Falan Andrea to perform at 30th Asian Television Awards in Jakarta

Sri Lankan singing sensation and ‘Derana Dream Star - Season 9’ winner Falan Andrea will be representing Sri Lanka at the 30th Asian Television Awards 2025 in Jakarta, Indonesia. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 8:19 pm

Indictments served on Ramith Rambukwella

Ramith Rambukwella, the son of former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, has been served indictments before the Colombo High Court today on charges related to unlawful accumulation of assets. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 11:46 am

Cabinet nod to establish several multi-modal transport hubs across Sri Lanka

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval in principle for the proposal to develop several multi-modal transport hubs on a priority basis. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 2:16 pm

World leaders express solidarity with India after deadly Delhi blast

Several world leaders and foreign envoys have expressed solidarity with India and extended condolences following the deadly car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort Metro Station, which claimed eight lives and left several injured. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 10:43 am

Govt striving to improve living standards of plantation workers: PM Harini

The proposal to increase the daily wage of plantation workers from Rs. 1,350 to Rs. 1,750, marks the beginning of the government’s efforts to ensure fair compensation and improved living standards for those who sustain the country’s plantation industry, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 11:27 am

Another 693 individuals nabbed during island-wide police raids

A total of 693 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.

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 8:36 am

Delhi suicide blast: 3 doctors from university detained as India’s NIA takes over probe

As the probe into the blast near Delhi’s iconic Red Fort deepens, investigators today took three doctors from Faridabad’s Al-Falah University into custody. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 5:13 pm

Over 1,000 arrested in “Nation United” island-wide anti-drug raids

More than 1,000 individuals have been arrested yesterday under the launch of the nationwide operation to eradicate drugs from the country under the theme “A Nation United”, aimed at eradicating narcotics from the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 10:08 am

Customs directed to release batch of BYD vehicles against bank and company guarantees

Sri Lanka Customs today in court (11) agreed to release a batch of BYD vehicles, which had been held by Customs, against bank and company guarantees. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 1:31 pm

Third day of 2026 Budget debate in Parliament today

Day three of the debate on the Second Reading of the 2026 Appropriation Bill is scheduled to commence in Parliament this morning (11). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 6:45 am

NPP passes inaugural budget of Arachchikattuwa PS with the support of UNP

The National People’s Power today succeeded in passing the inaugural budget of the Arachchikattuwa Pradeshiya Sabha in Puttalam with the support of the United National Party (UNP). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 11:54 am

Maldives confirms seizure of Sri Lankan fishing vessel with narcotics

The Maldivian police have officially confirmed that a Sri Lankan fishing vessel taken into custody by Maldivian security forces within the country’s maritime boundary contained a large quantity of narcotics. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 7:40 am

Former French president Sarkozy released from prison after three weeks

Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy has been released from jail, three weeks into a five-year prison term for taking part in a criminal conspiracy. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 6:26 am

Heavy showers above 75mm expected in some areas today

Showers or thundershowers will occur at most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m. today (11), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 5:44 am

Increase in motorcycle and three-wheeler robberies in Western Province

Police say there has been a noticeable rise in motorcycle and three-wheeler robberies in Colombo city and across the Western Province. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 7:57 am

Michael Jackson makes history as Thriller hits Top 10 after four decades

Michael Jackson has returned to the Billboard Hot 100 top 10 as his iconic song ‘Thriller’ climbs to No. 10 following the 2025 Halloween season. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 10:21 am

Apple delays next version of iPhone Air, the Information reports

Apple will not release the next version of the iPhone Air in the fall of 2026 as previously planned, amid weak sales, the Information reported on Monday, citing sources familiar with the matter. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 8:29 am

Further hearing of corruption case against Keheliya fixed for Dec. 9

The Colombo High Court has ordered that the further hearing of a case filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) against former Minister of Mass Media Keheliya Rambukwella and another defendant on corruption charges to be called on December 09. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 4:54 pm

Death toll rises to 12 in suicide attack outside court in Pakistan’s Islamabad

At least 12 people were killed and 20 others injured in a suicide attack outside a court in Pakistan’s capital on Tuesday (November 11, 2025), according to the state media. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 3:42 pm

Interim order preventing arrest of ex-army intelligence officer further extended

The Court of Appeal extended until January 29 the interim injunction issued preventing the arrest of former Sri Lanka Army intelligence officer, Colonel K. S. Maddumage, without consulting the Attorney General, in connection with the investigations into the Easter Sunday terror attacks. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 6:55 pm

Another three suspects arrested over Kotahena shooting

Another three suspects including a woman have been apprehended in connection with the Kotahena shooting incident that killed one individual on Friday, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 6:29 am

Petition on air pollution control in Jaffna to be heard in January

A petition requesting the Court of Appeal to order the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) and the Jaffna Municipal Council to formulate a program aimed at reducing air pollution in Jaffna is scheduled to be taken up on January 22, 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 3:03 pm

Gold prices increase by around Rs. 8,000 today

Gold prices in Sri Lanka have risen once again following a significant increase in the price of gold in the world market. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 11:35 am

Taavi Samaraweera climbs to No. 3 in U-11 Boys’ World Table Tennis Rankings

Sri Lanka’s Taavi Samaraweera has climbed to No. 3 in the U-11 Boys’ World Table Tennis Rankings. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 1:32 pm

Reduction in Govt spending could weaken Sri Lanka’s growth potential - Fitch Ratings

Shortfalls in implementing planned investment spending could weaken Sri Lankan economy’s growth potential, making longer-term fiscal consolidation more challenging, Fitch Ratings said. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 2:14 pm

Govt to purchase over 50 vehicles for Prisons Dept.

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to purchase 40 buses, 10 vans, five bowsers and three tractors for the Department of Prisons. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 2:35 pm

Air quality worsens across Sri Lanka: CEA

Air quality in several cities in Sri Lanka has deteriorated to unhealthy levels owing to various factors, the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) has stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 12:15 pm

Vimukthi Jayasundara’s ‘Spying Stars’ to get Indian premiere at 56th IFFI

After its world premiere at the Busan International Film Festival, acclaimed Sri Lankan filmmaker Vimukthi Jayasundara’s “Spying Stars” is set to have its Indian premiere with a Red-Carpet Gala Screening at the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) on 22 November 2025. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 9:22 pm

‘Don’t share location-based selfies during trips’ – Police

The Police Media Spokesman, Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) F. U. Wootler has urged the general public to refrain from posting selfies or other social media updates that reveal their location while on excursions, pilgrimages, or other trips. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 11, 2025 12:41 pm

ADB approves $100 million to strengthen macroeconomic resilience, transparency in Sri Lanka

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $100 million financing package to build on Sri Lanka’s progress toward macroeconomic stability and to help achieve sustainable growth following the economic crisis. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 10:44 am

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island

Showers or thundershowers will occur at most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m., today (10), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 6:28 am

US Senate poised to take first steps to end 40-day shutdown

The United States Senate is voting on the first steps to end the 40-day government shutdown Sunday after a group of moderate Democrats agreed to proceed without a guaranteed extension of health care subsidies, angering many in their caucus who wanted to continue the fight. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 7:24 am

Second day of 2026 Budget debate to begin today

The second day of the debate on the Second Reading of the Appropriation Bill for the year 2026 is scheduled to commence today (10). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 7:46 am

2025 GCE A/L exam to begin today at over 2,300 centres

The 2025 G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) examination is scheduled to commence today at 2,362 examination centres across the island, with 340,525 candidates expected to sit for the exams. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 6:45 am

Top BBC bosses resign after criticism of the broadcaster’s editing of a Trump speech

The head of the BBC and the British broadcaster’s top news executive both resigned Sunday after criticism of the way the organization edited a speech by U.S. President Donald Trump. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 6:58 am

Salman Rushdie is being honored with a Dayton peace prize lifetime achievement award

Salman Rushdie was among the honorees Sunday at the Dayton Literary Peace Prize event in Ohio, receiving a lifetime achievement award after publishing his first work of fiction since being stabbed on a New York lecture stage three years ago. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 9:49 am

Steering Committee to be established to digitize healthcare service in Sri Lanka

A special discussion was held under the patronage of the Minister of Health and Mass Media, Nalinda Jayatissa on the establishment of a Steering Committee to digitally transform Sri Lanka’s free healthcare system. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 9:27 am

Philippines hit by ‘intense’ typhoon as nearly a million evacuate

Typhoon Fung-wong has made landfall in the Philippines, where more than 900,000 people have been evacuated and two people have died. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 8:40 am

US Senate advances bill to end federal shutdown

The U.S. Senate on Sunday moved forward on a measure aimed at reopening the federal government and ending a now 40-day shutdown that has sidelined federal workers, delayed food aid and snarled air travel. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 11:25 am

Ex-Minister Keheliya, wife and daughter arrive at Bribery Commission

Former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, his wife and a daughter have appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning (10). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 11:09 am

Indonesia grants national hero status to late strongman President Suharto

Indonesia awarded the title of national hero on Monday (Nov 10) to late President Suharto, who was forced out of office in 1998 by violent protests that ended a three-decade rule marred by accusations of mass human rights violations, corruption and nepotism. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 10, 2025 11:57 am

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