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Fire breaks out in a shop at Dewata Junction in Galle
Fire breaks out in a shop at Dewata Junction in Galle
A fire has broken out at a scrap metal collection shop at the Dewata Junction in Galle. MORE..
Cabinet to review National Electricity Policy and Tariff Policy as CEB restructuring nears completion
Cabinet to review National Electricity Policy and Tariff Policy as CEB restructuring nears completion
A Cabinet paper is expected to be presented tomorrow (09) on the National Electricity Policy and National Electricity Tariff Policy, marking the final phase of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) restructuring. MORE..
Christchurch mosque terrorist’s Court of Appeal hearing to begin
Christchurch mosque terrorist’s Court of Appeal hearing to begin
The 35-year-old Australian, who killed 51 people during the March 15, 2019, attacks, is applying for leave to appeal his conviction and sentence. MORE..
Printing of vehicle number plates to resume within next three months – DMT
Printing of vehicle number plates to resume within next three months – DMT
Plans are underway to commence printing permanent vehicle number plates within the next three months, the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) has announced. MORE..
59% increase in medical assistance applications to President’s Fund
59% increase in medical assistance applications to President’s Fund
The digitalizing and decentralizing the President’s Fund through Divisional Secretariat offices has led to a 59% increase in medical assistance applications within one year, according to the President’s Media Division. MORE..
Indian refiners avoid procuring Russian oil in push for US trade deal
Indian refiners avoid procuring Russian oil in push for US trade deal
Indian refiners are avoiding Russian oil purchases for delivery in April and are expected to stay away from such trades for longer, refining and trade sources said, a move that could help New Delhi seal a trade pact with Washington. MORE..
Opposition alleges financial irregularities involving NPP councilors of Gampaha PS
Opposition alleges financial irregularities involving NPP councilors of Gampaha PS
A group of members of the opposition of the Gampaha Pradeshiya Sabha has alleged that three councilors who were elected representing the National People’s Power (NPP) have committed financial fraud by carrying out government contracts in their own names. MORE..
Italian police fire tear gas as protesters clash near Winter Olympics hockey venue
Italian police fire tear gas as protesters clash near Winter Olympics hockey venue
Italian police fired tear gas and a water cannon at dozens of protesters who threw firecrackers and tried to access a highway near a Winter Olympics venue on Saturday. MORE..
Over 36,000 individuals subjected to inspection during special police operation
Over 36,000 individuals subjected to inspection during special police operation
A total of 526 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 (07). MORE..
Police Constable remanded over assault on fellow officer in Hatton
Police Constable remanded over assault on fellow officer in Hatton
A Police Constable, who was arrested over the assault of another officer with a sharp object in Bogawantalawa, Hatton, has been remanded. MORE..
Data on impact of Cyclone Ditwah to Sri Lanka deliberated by high-level committee
Data on impact of Cyclone Ditwah to Sri Lanka deliberated by high-level committee
Preliminary Post Disaster Needs Assessment data obtained on the impact of Cyclone Ditwah, which caused widespread damage to lives, livelihoods, infrastructure and essential services across several parts of the country have been deliberated by a high-level committee, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement. MORE..
Body found in canal in Matugama
Body found in canal in Matugama
A body has been discovered in a canal at the Delgas Junction along the Matugama– Agalawatta road, police said. MORE..
Two arrested with over 550kg of cannabis in Udawalawa
Two arrested with over 550kg of cannabis in Udawalawa
Two individuals have been arrested for the possession of cannabis in the area of Udawalawa National Park. MORE..
King Charles to host Nigeria’s first UK state visit in 37 years
King Charles to host Nigeria’s first UK state visit in 37 years
King Charles III and Queen Camilla will host Nigeria’s president in the country’s first state visit to the UK in 37 years, Buckingham Palace has announced. MORE..
Exposition of sacred Devnimori relics continues for fourth day
Exposition of sacred Devnimori relics continues for fourth day
The exposition of the sacred Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha, brought from India, continues for the fourth consecutive day today (08) at the Gangaramaya Temple in Hunupitiya, Colombo. MORE..
Failed shooting attempt targeting SJB candidate in Kalutara
Failed shooting attempt targeting SJB candidate in Kalutara
A failed shooting attempt has been reported targeting a candidate who represented the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) in the Kalutara Municipal Council elections, police said. MORE..
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Consumers spending over Rs. 10,000 at Co-operatives to receive free life insurance
Consumers spending over Rs. 10,000 at Co-operatives to receive free life insurance
The Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development, Wasantha Samarasinghe, announced that steps will be taken to provide free life insurance coverage to consumers who spend over Rs. 10,000 within a month at cooperative sales outlets. MORE..
Postal charges to increase from tomorrow
Postal charges to increase from tomorrow
The Department of Posts has decided to increase postal charges with effect from tomorrow (09). MORE..
Fishermen continue ‘Satyagraha’ for fourth day over seine fishing ban
Fishermen continue ‘Satyagraha’ for fourth day over seine fishing ban
The Satyagraha campaign launched by a group of fishermen demanding the lifting of the ban on the use of tractor-mounted winches for Madel (seine nets) fishing activities continues for the fourth consecutive day today (08). MORE..
India’s Modi visits Malaysia to boost trade, security ties
India’s Modi visits Malaysia to boost trade, security ties
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi will meet his Malaysian counterpart Anwar Ibrahim on Sunday, as the two countries look to bolster trade and explore potential collaborations in semiconductors, defence and other fields. MORE..
22-hour water cut in several areas in Kandy District today
22-hour water cut in several areas in Kandy District today
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) have announced that a 22-hour water cut will be implemented in several areas within the Kandy District today (08). MORE..
Japan votes in test for PM Takaichi as snow weighs on turnout
Japan votes in test for PM Takaichi as snow weighs on turnout
Japanese voters were casting ballots on Sunday in an election expected to hand Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi a resounding win, although record snowfall in parts of the country could keep many voters at home. MORE..
Prevailing showery condition expected to reduce temporarily from today
Prevailing showery condition expected to reduce temporarily from today
The prevailing showery condition over the island is expected to be temporarily reduced from today (08) to 11 February, 2026, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Russia turns to India, Sri Lanka for way out of its labour crisis – report
Russia turns to India, Sri Lanka for way out of its labour crisis – report
For years, Russia relied on migrants from Central Asia to fill gaps in its workforce. MORE..
Steps have been taken to modernize Technical Colleges in all 25 Districts - PM
Steps have been taken to modernize Technical Colleges in all 25 Districts - PM
A special discussion aimed at strengthening and modernizing Sri Lanka’s vocational education sector was held recently at the Parliamentary Complex under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, according to the Prime Minister’s Media Division. MORE..