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Trump says US and India have agreed to trade deal, tariffs will be reduced from 25% to 18%

Trump says US and India have agreed to trade deal, tariffs will be reduced from 25% to 18%

Businessman arrested at BIA for smuggling Rs. 24 million in foreign currency

An individual has been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) while attempting to smuggle a large quantity of foreign currency into Sri Lanka. MORE..

194kg of cannabis intended to be smuggled to Sri Lanka seized in Tamil Nadu

A total of 194 kg of cannabis intended to be smuggled to Sri Lanka have been seized by the Ramanathapuram Q-Branch police in Tamil Nadu. MORE..

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Sri Lanka squad for T20 World Cup 2026 announced

Sri Lanka have announced their 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, set to be played in Sri Lanka and India. MORE..

Iran President orders nuclear talks with US as Trump hopeful of deal

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the start of nuclear talks with the United States, local media said Monday, after US leader Donald Trump said he was hopeful of a deal to avert military action against the Islamic Republic. MORE..

A/L 2025: Biosystems Technology practical exam to begin on Feb. 7

The practical examination for Biosystems Technology subject for the 2025 G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) Examination will commence on February 7, the Department of Examinations has announced. MORE..

Fisheries Minister condemns Indian Coast Guard attack on Sri Lankan fishermen

Strong objections are being raised against an attack carried out by Indian Coast Guard officers on a group of Sri Lankan fishermen based on false allegations, the Minister of Fisheries, Aquatic and Ocean Resources, Ramalingam Chandrasekar stated. MORE..

Special shuttle service for devotees visiting Gangaramaya for sacred relics exposition

A special shuttle bus service has been arranged for devotees visiting the Gangaramaya Temple in Hunupitiya, for the exposition of the sacred bodily relics to be brought from Gujarat India. MORE..

SJB activists express dissent amid Beruwala Urban Council controversy

A heated situation arose at the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) party activists’ meeting in the Beruwala electorate. MORE..

49 prisoners to be pardoned on Independence Day

A decision has been taken to grant special presidential pardons to 49 prisoners in view of the 78th National Independence Day on February 4. MORE..

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Indian Coast Guard attack on Sri Lankan fishermen condemned by Fisheries Minister (English)

Indian Coast Guard attack on Sri Lankan fishermen condemned by Fisheries Minister (English)

Govt committed to providing quality early childhood education for children – PM Harini (English)

Suspended Dy Secretary General of Parliament files complaint against Speaker at Bribery Comm. (English)

Ven. Kassapa Thero and others further remanded over case related to Trinco Buddha Statue incident (English)

Traders oppose govt's move to transfer administration of 5 economic centers to a new company (English)

Prices of Octane 92 Petrol and Auto Diesel reduced by Rs. 2 (English)

Certain groups attempting to impede govt's progressive trajectory - Minister Nalinda Jayatissa (English)

GMOA doctors to intensify trade union action form tomorrow over several demands (English)

Govt committed to protecting and rehabilitating reservoirs - Minister Lal Kantha (English)

Aviation Minister explains reason for removal of AASL chairman (English)

Strong human resources crucial to face global competition – PM Harini (English)

Govt has consistently failed to fulfil its promises – Opposition Leader (English)

Govt signs agreement with plantation companies to increase estate workers' daily wage (English)

'A-Level to Next Level' seminar organized by 'Sarvajana Youth Front' held in Colombo (English)

Technology

Oracle shares fall as investors assess up to $50 billion AI funding plan

Oracle shares fall as investors assess up to $50 billion AI funding plan

Musk’s SpaceX applies to launch 1m satellites into orbit

Musk’s SpaceX applies to launch 1m satellites into orbit

Modi ally proposes social media ban for India’s teens as global debate grows

Modi ally proposes social media ban for India’s teens as global debate grows

Apple forecasts strong sales growth as iPhone demand in Asia rebounds

Apple forecasts strong sales growth as iPhone demand in Asia rebounds

Entertainment

Donald Trump threatens to “sue” Trevor Noah after 2026 Grammys Epstein joke

Donald Trump threatens to “sue” Trevor Noah after 2026 Grammys Epstein joke

Grammys 2026 full winners list: Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish among top winners

Grammys 2026 full winners list: Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish among top winners

Dalai Lama wins first Grammy, cites shared universal responsibility

Dalai Lama wins first Grammy, cites shared universal responsibility

Steven Spielberg achieves EGOT status with Grammy win for ‘Music by John Williams’

Steven Spielberg achieves EGOT status with Grammy win for ‘Music by John Williams’

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Sports

Ticket sales for T20 World Cup matches in Sri Lanka to commence tomorrow

Ticket sales for T20 World Cup matches in Sri Lanka to commence tomorrow

T20 World Cup: Pakistan leave for Sri Lanka amid Indian boycott row

Eshan Malinga’s T20 World Cup participation in doubt due to shoulder injury

T20 World Cup warm-up matches schedule announced

ICC urges Pakistan to reconsider World Cup boycott; warns of ‘long-term implications’