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Chairman of Ganga Ihala Korale PS accused of assaulting businessman

The Chairman of the Ganga Ihala Korale Pradeshiya Sabha has been accused of assaulting an individual in Kurunduwatta, Kandy. MORE..

Govt extends pension payment period for farmers and fishermen affected by Cyclone Ditwah

The government has decided to extend the pension payment period for farmers and fishermen until January 31 considering the impact caused by the cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka. MORE..

Thailand army accuses Cambodia of violating truce with over 250 drones

Thailand’s army on Monday (Dec 29) accused Cambodia of violating a newly signed ceasefire agreement, reached after weeks of deadly border clashes, by flying more than 250 drones over its territory. MORE..

“She sang patriotic songs with pride”; Ex-President Mahinda pays tribute to late Latha Walpola

Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has expressed his condolences on the passing of music icon Latha Walpola. MORE..

Spike in road accidents due to use of alcohol and narcotics by motorists – Police

Police have confirmed an increase in road accidents this year compared to 2024, with the use of drugs and alcohol identified as a primary contributing factor. MORE..

Duo nabbed at BIA while attempting to smuggle cigarettes worth over Rs. 11 million

Two individuals who attempted to smuggle a consignment of foreign-made cigarettes worth Rs. 11.3 million into the country have been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA). MORE..

Fairly heavy rainfall above 50 mm likely in some areas tomorrow

Showers have been predicted at times in the Northern, Eastern and Uva province and in the Matale, Nuwara-Eliya and Polonnaruwa districts tomorrow (30). MORE..

India set to lead BRICS amid conflicting interests, global ambitions and US pressure

India is set to assume the chair of BRICS next year, taking the helm of an expanded bloc at a sensitive geopolitical juncture – one marked by competing interests, rising global ambitions and pressure from Washington. MORE..

Budget of NPP-led Udunuwara PS defeated for second time

The second reading of the 2026 budget of the Udunuwara Pradeshiya Sabha, which is under the control of the National People’s Power (NPP), was defeated by a majority of two votes. MORE..

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Auditor General's post vacant since April; Opposition claims post may go to govt loyalist (English)

Auditor General's post vacant since April; Opposition claims post may go to govt loyalist (English)

Heavy showers predicted in several areas tomorrow; DMC on standby to assist the public (English)

State of Public Emergency in Sri Lanka extended by the President (English)

Music icon Latha Walpola passes away, aged 92; Final rites with full state patronage on Wednesday (English)

Sri Lanka's tourism sector gradually recovers post-Cyclone Ditwah (English)

CID obtains 72-hour detention order on ex-Minister Douglas Devananda (English)

Govt launches concessional loan scheme for disaster-hit businesses in Galnewa (English)

Sri Lanka vehicle importers call for tax relief amid post-disaster sales decline (English)

Sri Lanka marks 21st anniversary of devastating Boxing Day tsunami (English)

Ambalangoda showroom manager's shooting suspected to be planned by 'Karandeniya Sudda' (English)

Health Minister vows action if faults are found in 'Ondansetron' procurement (English)

NPP Puttalam PS member arrested for threatening female Grama Niladhari Officer (English)

Colombo lights up as Sri Lankans welcome the dawn of Christmas (English)

Manusath Derana hands over donations of school supplies to children affected by disaster (English)

Technology

Bottled water drinkers ingest 90,000 more microplastic particles each year, study finds

Bottled water drinkers ingest 90,000 more microplastic particles each year, study finds

Amazon halts plans for drone delivery in Italy

Amazon halts plans for drone delivery in Italy

China issues drafts rules to regulate AI with human-like interaction

China issues drafts rules to regulate AI with human-like interaction

Google might finally allow Gmail users to change email addresses: Here’s how

Google might finally allow Gmail users to change email addresses: Here’s how

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‘I gave up cinema to stand up for my fans’: Actor Vijay

‘I gave up cinema to stand up for my fans’: Actor Vijay

French cinema legend Brigitte Bardot dies at 91

French cinema legend Brigitte Bardot dies at 91

‘Jana Nayagan’ Audio Launch: Vijay gets emotional at his final film-related event

‘Jana Nayagan’ Audio Launch: Vijay gets emotional at his final film-related event

Ariana Grande breaks Spotify record on Christmas Eve

Ariana Grande breaks Spotify record on Christmas Eve

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Melbourne Ashes pitch rated ‘unsatisfactory’ by ICC

Melbourne Ashes pitch rated ‘unsatisfactory’ by ICC

Cristiano Ronaldo will not retire until he scores 1,000 goals

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