Cabinet Spokesman explains reason behind Parliament Deputy Secretary General’s suspension
Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa today (27) detailed the reasons behind the suspension of the Deputy Secretary General of Parliament and Chief of Staff, Chaminda Kularatne from his post. MORE..
- FCID records statement from ex-Minister P Harrison
- Victoria Beckham honoured in Paris amid family rift
- Individual staging hunger strike opposite Presidential Secretariat hospitalized
- Cabinet Spokesman explains reason behind Parliament Deputy Secretary General’s suspension
- Netherlands, Sri Lanka hold discussions to strengthening bilateral ties
- Radiologic Technologists temporarily suspend planned strike
- Sri Lanka must be developed socially and culturally: President
- SOC requests quality reports on imported coal consignments in 3 vessels
- Govt allocated additional Rs. 220 bln to facilitate public sector salary increase – Minister
- Ratnapura logs highest temperature
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Ratnapura logs highest temperature
The highest temperature in the country today (27) was recorded from the Ratnapura Meteorological Station at 34.7°C, the Department of Meteorology noted. MORE..
Govt allocated additional Rs. 220 bln to facilitate public sector salary increase – Minister
The government has had to allocate an additional Rs. 220 billion in 2026 to fund basic salary increases granted to doctors and the entire public service, Cabinet Spokesperson and Minister of Health Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated. MORE..
SOC requests quality reports on imported coal consignments in 3 vessels
The Sectoral Oversight Committee (SOC) on Infrastructure and Strategic Development has reviewed matters relating to coal imported to Sri Lanka with particular focus on quality assurance and import procedures. MORE..
Sri Lanka must be developed socially and culturally: President
The foremost responsibility of any government is to look after the people and that the present government has already begun fulfilling this duty by ensuring that all economic benefits achieved as a nation flow to the people and society at large, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has stated. MORE..
Radiologic Technologists temporarily suspend planned strike
The Government Radiological Technologists’ Association has decided to temporarily suspend the indefinite strike that was scheduled to commence tomorrow (28) across all hospitals in the country. MORE..
Netherlands, Sri Lanka hold discussions to strengthening bilateral ties
A high-level discussion has been held to explore avenues to further strengthen the long-standing bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and the Netherlands. MORE..
Individual staging hunger strike opposite Presidential Secretariat hospitalized
An individual engaged in a hunger strike staged by a group of Development Officers in front of the Presidential Secretariat, demanding permanent employment, has been hospitalized. MORE..
FCID records statement from ex-Minister P Harrison
Former Minister P. Harrison has recorded a statement with the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID). MORE..
Court informed ‘Keselwatte Dinusha’ is being held under detention orders
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court was informed today that organized criminal ‘Keselwatte Dinusha’ is currently being held under detention orders for questioning. MORE..
SLBFE aims to send 310,000 workers for foreign employment in 2026
The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE), operating under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, has announced a target to deploy 310,000 Sri Lankan workers for overseas employment in 2026. MORE..
China cancels flights on 49 routes to Japan amid renewed travel warnings
China has cancelled all scheduled flights on 49 air routes with Japan as the Chinese foreign ministry reiterated travel warnings, urging citizens to avoid visiting Japan, especially during the upcoming Chinese New Year holiday. MORE..
Probe on release of 323 containers from Colombo Port without inspection to conclude within three months
The Select Committee of Parliament appointed to look into and report to Parliament on the controversial release of 323 containers from the Colombo Harbour without undergoing mandatory inspection has decided to meet every Wednesday. MORE..
Chief Prelates urge appointment of permanent Auditor General
Chief Prelates of the Malwathu and Asgiriya Chapters have expressed concern over the prolonged delay in appointing a permanent Auditor General, warning that the post which remained vacant for nearly eight months has led to attempts by certain parties to create disputes over state financial management. MORE..
A boat carrying 25 French tourists capsized off the Omani coast, three killed
Three French tourists were killed when a boat capsized off the coast of Oman, the Omani police said on Tuesday in a post on X. MORE..
Aswesuma Jan. allowance to be credited to beneficiaries’ accounts tomorrow
The January allowance for beneficiaries who qualified for the first and second phases of the Aswesuma program, as well as the January elderly allowance applicable under both phases, will be deposited into the bank accounts of the beneficiaries, tomorrow (28), the Ministry of Finance has announced. MORE..
Govt allocated additional Rs. 220 bln to facilitate public sector salary increase – Minister
The government has had to allocate an additional Rs. 220 billion in 2026 to fund basic salary increases granted to doctors and the entire public service, Cabinet Spokesperson and Minister of Health Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated. MORE..
SOC requests quality reports on imported coal consignments in 3 vessels
The Sectoral Oversight Committee (SOC) on Infrastructure and Strategic Development has reviewed matters relating to coal imported to Sri Lanka with particular focus on quality assurance and import procedures. MORE..
Sri Lanka must be developed socially and culturally: President
The foremost responsibility of any government is to look after the people and that the present government has already begun fulfilling this duty by ensuring that all economic benefits achieved as a nation flow to the people and society at large, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has stated. MORE..
Radiologic Technologists temporarily suspend planned strike
The Government Radiological Technologists’ Association has decided to temporarily suspend the indefinite strike that was scheduled to commence tomorrow (28) across all hospitals in the country. MORE..
Netherlands, Sri Lanka hold discussions to strengthening bilateral ties
A high-level discussion has been held to explore avenues to further strengthen the long-standing bilateral relations between Sri Lanka and the Netherlands. MORE..
Individual staging hunger strike opposite Presidential Secretariat hospitalized
An individual engaged in a hunger strike staged by a group of Development Officers in front of the Presidential Secretariat, demanding permanent employment, has been hospitalized. MORE..
FCID records statement from ex-Minister P Harrison
Former Minister P. Harrison has recorded a statement with the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID). MORE..
Court informed ‘Keselwatte Dinusha’ is being held under detention orders
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court was informed today that organized criminal ‘Keselwatte Dinusha’ is currently being held under detention orders for questioning. MORE..
SLBFE aims to send 310,000 workers for foreign employment in 2026
The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE), operating under the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, has announced a target to deploy 310,000 Sri Lankan workers for overseas employment in 2026. MORE..
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Technology
Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp to trial premium subscriptions
Technology giant Meta is set to trial premium subscriptions for Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp users in the coming months in its latest experiment with paid services. MORE..
WhatsApp is not secure: Elon Musk comes after Meta in latest X post
WhatsApp is not secure: Elon Musk comes after Meta in latest X post
Billionaire Elon Musk took to X to slam Meta’s WhatsApp after whistleblowers said private chats on the messaging platform can be read by the company, despite promises of end-to-end encryption. MORE..
France’s National Assembly approves banning under-15s from social media
France’s National Assembly approves banning under-15s from social media
France’s National Assembly on Monday backed legislation to ban children under 15 years old from social media on Monday, amid growing concerns about online bullying and mental health risks. MORE..
French lawmakers to vote on social media ban for children
French lawmakers to vote on social media ban for children
French lawmakers on Monday (Jan 26) were set to vote on draft legislation to ban social media for under-15s, an effort championed by President Emmanuel Macron as a way to protect children from excessive screen time. MORE..
Entertainment
Victoria Beckham honoured in Paris amid family rift
Victoria Beckham escaped the bitterness of a family feud with a trip to Paris on Monday to receive an award from the culture ministry for her contribution to the fashion and entertainment industries. MORE..
Travel Photographer of the Year 2025: Snapshot of Sri Lankan boy named People’s Choice Winner
Travel Photographer of the Year 2025: Snapshot of Sri Lankan boy named People’s Choice Winner
After more than 20,000 entries, a panel of international experts has selected the best images in the world of travel photography over the past 12 months. MORE..
Sly Dunbar, prolific legend of reggae, dies aged 73
Sly Dunbar, prolific legend of reggae, dies aged 73
Reggae legend Sly Dunbar, who played with everyone from Bob Marley to The Rolling Stones, has died at the age of 73. MORE..
UK-Canada co-production ‘Baby Elephant School’ profiles Sri Lanka’s Udawalawe Sanctuary
UK-Canada co-production ‘Baby Elephant School’ profiles Sri Lanka’s Udawalawe Sanctuary
A rare UK-Canada natural history co-pro will follow inhabitants at the world’s largest baby elephant sanctuary. MORE..
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Sports
Joe Root, Harry Brook star as England post mammoth 357/3 against Sri Lanka in final ODI
Joe Root and Harry Brook scored impressive better than run-a-ball centuries to help England post 357/3 in their allotted 50 overs against Sri Lanka in the third and final One Day International of the three-match series at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
Sri Lanka Women to play six-match white-ball series in West Indies
Sri Lanka’s women’s team is set to travel to the West Indies for a six-match white-ball tour spanning late February to early March. MORE..
England opt to bat against Sri Lanka in series decider
England have won the toss and elected to bat first against Sri Lanka in the third and final One Day International of the three-match series at the R Premadasa International Stadium in Colombo. MORE..
Pakistan set deadline for T20 World Cup boycott decision
Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chair Mohsin Naqvi held talks with the country’s prime minister, Shahbaz Sharif, on Monday to discuss their participation in light of Bangladesh’s withdrawal. MORE..
U19 World Cup: Sri Lanka beat Afghanistan by 4 wickets
Sri Lanka defeated Afghanistan by 4 wickets in a Super Sixes Group 1 encounter of the Under-19 World Cup at Windhoek. MORE..
