NPP’s Chinthaka Hewapathirana elected new Chairman of Weligama PS
Chinthaka Hewapathirana of the National People’s Power (NPP) has been elected as the new Chairman of the Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha. MORE..
- Dalai Lama wins first Grammy, cites shared universal responsibility
- Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thero and others further remanded
- Minister inspects Kotikambokka Vein Quartz Deposit, orders measures to prevent illegal mining
- STF officer commits suicide with service firearm
- NPP’s Chinthaka Hewapathirana elected new Chairman of Weligama PS
- Rs. 3 billion drug haul seized from fishing boat sent to Govt Analyst
- Grammys 2026 full winners list: Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish among top winners
- Son of Norway’s crown princess to go on trial on rape and other charges
- ‘Victory is certain’: Vijay to party supporters as TVK marks 3rd anniversary
- School dev. officers stage protest over unaddressed demands
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School dev. officers stage protest over unaddressed demands
A protest organized by the School Development Officers’ Association commenced this morning (02) in front of the Presidential Secretariat, citing the lack of solutions to their long-standing grievances. MORE..
‘Victory is certain’: Vijay to party supporters as TVK marks 3rd anniversary
Actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party marks its 3rd anniversary, vowing to capture power in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections through a people’s movement. MORE..
Son of Norway’s crown princess to go on trial on rape and other charges
The eldest son of Norway’s crown princess will go on trial Tuesday on multiple charges including rape in a high-profile case that has been an embarrassment to the royal family. MORE..
Rs. 3 billion drug haul seized from fishing boat sent to Govt Analyst
The Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today (02) ordered that the drug stock worth over Rs. 03 billion, recently seized by the Sri Lanka Navy and brought to Dikkowita Fisheries Harbour, be referred to the Government Analyst for examination and to call for an analytical report. MORE..
STF officer commits suicide with service firearm
An officer attached to the Special Task Force (STF) camp in Katukurunda, Kalutara, has committed suicide by shooting himself with his service firearm, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Minister inspects Kotikambokka Vein Quartz Deposit, orders measures to prevent illegal mining
The Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Sunil Handunnetti, conducted a field inspection yesterday (01) at the Kotikambokka Vein Quartz Deposit in the Monaragala District, where mining activities are currently suspended. MORE..
Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thero and others further remanded
Four Buddhist monks, including Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thero, and six other individuals, have been further remanded until 09 February, 2026 by the Trincomalee Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Couple arrested with ‘Ice’ worth Rs. 8 million in Puttalam
A married couple has been arrested yesterday (01) in a raid conducted by the Narcotics Control Unit of the Puttalam Police for possession of 524 grams of Crystal Methamphetamine (commonly known as ‘Ice’). MORE..
SC dismisses FR petitions challenging ASP promotions in 2020
The Supreme Court has decided to dismiss seven Fundamental Rights (FR) petitions filed by 145 Chief Inspectors of Police who challenged the promotions to the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) based on applications called for in 2020. MORE..
Police Inspector and Constable arrested over missing firearm
A Police Inspector and a Police Constable have been arrested in connection with the disappearance of a pistol and a magazine containing 10 rounds of ammunition from the Matugama Police Station, police said. MORE..
AG’s Department Legal Officers express concern over baseless allegations on Attorney General
The Attorney General’s Department Legal Officers’ Association has expressed concern over the circulation of unfounded and baseless personal attacks directed at the Attorney General (AG), Parinda Ranasinghe (Jnr), PC, and officers of the Attorney General’s Department in the discharge of their official duties. MORE...
GMOA to intensify trade union action from today
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) says it will intensify its ongoing trade union action from this morning (02), following a lack of response from relevant authorizes regarding several of their key demands. MORE..
Five-year-old boy detained by ICE has returned to Minnesota, lawmaker says
Five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his father have returned to their home in a Minneapolis suburb after being detained by U.S. immigration officers and held at a detention facility in Texas, a lawmaker said on Sunday. MORE..
Special traffic and security plan announced for exposition of Sacred Relics from India
Sri Lanka Police have announced extensive security arrangements and a special traffic management plan ahead of the exposition of Sacred Relics brought from India, scheduled to be held at the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple from 05 February, 2026. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island
Several spells of shower will occur in Northern, North-central, Eastern, Uva and Central provinces and in Hambanthota district, today (02), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
‘Victory is certain’: Vijay to party supporters as TVK marks 3rd anniversary
Actor Vijay’s Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam party marks its 3rd anniversary, vowing to capture power in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections through a people’s movement. MORE..
Son of Norway’s crown princess to go on trial on rape and other charges
The eldest son of Norway’s crown princess will go on trial Tuesday on multiple charges including rape in a high-profile case that has been an embarrassment to the royal family. MORE..
Rs. 3 billion drug haul seized from fishing boat sent to Govt Analyst
The Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today (02) ordered that the drug stock worth over Rs. 03 billion, recently seized by the Sri Lanka Navy and brought to Dikkowita Fisheries Harbour, be referred to the Government Analyst for examination and to call for an analytical report. MORE..
STF officer commits suicide with service firearm
An officer attached to the Special Task Force (STF) camp in Katukurunda, Kalutara, has committed suicide by shooting himself with his service firearm, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Minister inspects Kotikambokka Vein Quartz Deposit, orders measures to prevent illegal mining
The Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Sunil Handunnetti, conducted a field inspection yesterday (01) at the Kotikambokka Vein Quartz Deposit in the Monaragala District, where mining activities are currently suspended. MORE..
Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thero and others further remanded
Four Buddhist monks, including Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thero, and six other individuals, have been further remanded until 09 February, 2026 by the Trincomalee Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Couple arrested with ‘Ice’ worth Rs. 8 million in Puttalam
A married couple has been arrested yesterday (01) in a raid conducted by the Narcotics Control Unit of the Puttalam Police for possession of 524 grams of Crystal Methamphetamine (commonly known as ‘Ice’). MORE..
SC dismisses FR petitions challenging ASP promotions in 2020
The Supreme Court has decided to dismiss seven Fundamental Rights (FR) petitions filed by 145 Chief Inspectors of Police who challenged the promotions to the rank of Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) based on applications called for in 2020. MORE..
Police Inspector and Constable arrested over missing firearm
A Police Inspector and a Police Constable have been arrested in connection with the disappearance of a pistol and a magazine containing 10 rounds of ammunition from the Matugama Police Station, police said. MORE..
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Technology
Musk’s SpaceX applies to launch 1m satellites into orbit
Elon Musk’s SpaceX has applied to launch one million satellites into Earth’s orbit to power artificial intelligence (AI). MORE..
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
An ally of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has proposed a bill to ban social media for children, as the world’s biggest market for Meta and YouTube joins a global debate on the impact of social media on young people’s health and safety. MORE..
Apple forecasts strong sales growth as iPhone demand in Asia rebounds
Apple forecasts strong sales growth as iPhone demand in Asia rebounds
Apple on Thursday forecast higher-than-expected revenue growth of up to 16% for the March quarter, powered by strong demand for its iPhones and a sharp rebound in China and accelerating demand in India. MORE..
UK Government offers free AI skills to every adult
UK Government offers free AI skills to every adult
The UK Government has announced a plan to give every adult in the UK the opportunity to take free, newly benchmarked courses to gain practical Artificial Intelligence skills for work. MORE..
Entertainment
Grammys 2026 full winners list: Bad Bunny, Kendrick Lamar, Billie Eilish among top winners
The 68th Grammy Awards have taken place in Los Angeles, with Kendrick Lamar the night’s biggest winner for the second year in a row. MORE..
Dalai Lama wins first Grammy, cites shared universal responsibility
Dalai Lama wins first Grammy, cites shared universal responsibility
The Dalai Lama — one of the world’s most revered spiritual voices — has added an unexpected new honour to his life of accolades, winning his first Grammy Award at the age of 90. MORE..
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’
The filmmaker achieved EGOT status, winning a Grammy Award in the best music film category for the documentary “Music by John Williams,” a tribute to his longtime collaborator and the composer behind some of cinema’s most enduring scores. MORE..
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ becomes first K-Pop Grammy winner ever
‘KPop Demon Hunters’ becomes first K-Pop Grammy winner ever
Golden, the inescapable hit from the movie KPop Demon Hunters, has become the first ever K-Pop song to win a Grammy Award. MORE..
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Sports
T20 World Cup warm-up matches schedule announced
The schedule for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup warm-up matches has been confirmed, with a total of 16 games taking place between 2 and 6 February before the tournament’s official start on 7 February. MORE..
ICC urges Pakistan to reconsider World Cup boycott; warns of ‘long-term implications’
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has voiced concern over the Pakistan government’s directive for its national team to “selectively participate” in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. MORE..
Arsenal captures inaugural Women’s Champions Cup
Arsenal’s Caitlin Foord struck in extra time to power the club to victory in the inaugural Women’s Champions Cup on Sunday, defeating Brazil’s Corinthians 3-2 at a rain-soaked final at Emirates Stadium. MORE..
Brook and Banton help England seal T20 series win
Jos Buttler’s record-setting 402nd England appearance came in a series-sealing victory as captain Harry Brook’s cameo and Tom Banton’s half-century smoked the tourists to a six-wicket win in a rain-trimmed second T20 against Sri Lanka in Pallekele. MORE..
Sri Lanka set 190-run target for England at Pallekele
Sri Lanka posted a competitive total of 189 for the loss of 5 wickets in their allotted 20 overs after batting first in the second Twenty20 International against England at the Pallekele International Cricket Stadium today. MORE..
