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Pahala Kadugannawa Landslide: NBRO submits report, road could reopen after recommendations
Pahala Kadugannawa Landslide: NBRO submits report, road could reopen after recommendations
The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has submitted a report containing recommendations on immediate measures and long-term solutions for the site following the landslide in Pahala Kadugannawa to the Kegalle District Secretary, the Mawanella Divisional Secretary, and the Road Development Authority (RDA). MORE..
Fire breaks out at shop in Vavuniya
Fire breaks out at shop in Vavuniya
A fire has reportedly broken out at a shop along the Horowpathana road in Vavuniya, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s exports surpass USD 14 bln in first ten months of 2025
Sri Lanka’s exports surpass USD 14 bln in first ten months of 2025
Sri Lanka Customs data indicates that total exports reached USD 14,433.82 million during the first ten months of 2025, exceeding the figures recorded in the corresponding period of the previous year. MORE..
Gold prices in Sri Lanka increase by Rs. 6,000 today
Gold prices in Sri Lanka increase by Rs. 6,000 today
There has been a significant increase in gold prices in the world market, and correspondingly, the price of gold in Sri Lanka has also risen notably once again. MORE..
Chathura Galappaththi arrives at Bribery Commission
Chathura Galappaththi arrives at Bribery Commission
The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB), Member of Parliament (MP), Chathura Galappaththi has appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), a short while ago.
Nine children killed in Pakistani attack in Afghan province, Taliban says
Nine children killed in Pakistani attack in Afghan province, Taliban says
At least nine children and a woman were killed after Pakistani forces bombed the home of a local resident in Afghanistan’s Khost province, Afghan Taliban spokesman Zabihullah Mujahid said on Tuesday. MORE..
Flood warnings issued for several areas due to heavy rainfall
Flood warnings issued for several areas due to heavy rainfall
The Irrigation Department has warned that there is a substantial risk of flash flooding in several areas owing to the prevailing heavy rainfall across the country. MORE..
IRD registers 200,000 new taxpayers amid highest-ever revenue collection
IRD registers 200,000 new taxpayers amid highest-ever revenue collection
The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced that a total of 200,000 new taxpayers have been registered so far this year. MORE..
Two suspects arrested over Rs. 35 million fraud case
Two suspects arrested over Rs. 35 million fraud case
Two suspects involved in a fraud amounting to more than Rs. 35 million have been arrested following a complaint received by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID). MORE..
Cabinet grants approval to issue driving licences for Sri Lankans residing in Italy
Cabinet grants approval to issue driving licences for Sri Lankans residing in Italy
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to a proposal to issue driving licences to Sri Lankans residing in Italy. MORE..
Badulla–Colombo Road restricted to one lane; further disruptions in Pahala Kadugannawa
Badulla–Colombo Road restricted to one lane; further disruptions in Pahala Kadugannawa
The Badulla–Colombo main road, which was blocked due to a landslide between Beragala and Haldummulla, has been restricted to a single lane, police said. MORE..
Trump touts ‘extremely strong’ China relations after call with Xi
Trump touts ‘extremely strong’ China relations after call with Xi
President Donald Trump touted relations with China as “extremely strong” on Monday following a call with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, who told Trump that Taiwan’s “return to China” is a key part of Beijing’s vision for the world order. MORE..
Heavy showers above 100 mm expected in parts of the island
Heavy showers above 100 mm expected in parts of the island
Due to the low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka, an enhancement of the prevailing showery conditions is expected over the Northern, North-central, Eastern and Uva provinces during the next few days from today (25), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Zelensky warns against giving away territory as latest Ukraine talks end
Zelensky warns against giving away territory as latest Ukraine talks end
Talks in Geneva between the US and Ukraine aimed at ending the war with Russia have concluded, with officials from both sides reporting “progress” and an intention to continue working. MORE..
FM tells Canada Govt. to prevent activities that promote separatist ideologies in Sri Lanka
FM tells Canada Govt. to prevent activities that promote separatist ideologies in Sri Lanka
Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath today (24) held discussions with the High Commissioner of Canada in Colombo, Isabelle Catherine Martin.
Landslide in Haldummulla disrupts traffic on Badulla–Colombo Road
Landslide in Haldummulla disrupts traffic on Badulla–Colombo Road
A landslide has occurred between Beragala and Haldummulla within the Haldummulla Police Division. MORE..
Record US Black Friday crowds to find fewer bargains amid high prices
Record US Black Friday crowds to find fewer bargains amid high prices
A landslide has occurred in Haldummulla along the Badulla–Colombo main road. MORE..
Individual arrested over the removal of signboards at archaeological sites in Batticaloa
Individual arrested over the removal of signboards at archaeological sites in Batticaloa
An individual has been arrested in connection with the removal of signboards at archaeological sites in the Batticaloa District, according to the Police Media Division. MORE..
Atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka likely to develop into a low-pressure system
Atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka likely to develop into a low-pressure system
The low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka is likely to develop into a low-pressure system by tomorrow (25), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
Israeli military sacks several generals over Oct 7 attack
Israeli military sacks several generals over Oct 7 attack
Israel’s military announced the dismissal of three generals and disciplinary actions against several other senior officers over their failure to prevent the October 2023 assault by Hamas, the deadliest attack in the country’s history. MORE..
GMOA sets 48-hour deadline for authorities to provide solutions
GMOA sets 48-hour deadline for authorities to provide solutions
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has decided to give 48 hours to authorities to announce solutions to the issues faced by medical professionals and the healthcare system. MORE..
IMF to evaluate Sri Lanka’s fifth review on Dec. 15
IMF to evaluate Sri Lanka’s fifth review on Dec. 15
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is scheduled to meet on December 15, 2025 to discuss and approve the fifth review of Sri Lanka’s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme. MORE..
Canadian PM Carney to visit India next year
Canadian PM Carney to visit India next year
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney accepted Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s invitation to visit India following bilateral talks between the two leaders on the sidelines of the G20 summit in South Africa. MORE..
Landslide warnings issued for residents of 12 districts extended
Landslide warnings issued for residents of 12 districts extended
Early landslide warnings issued to residents of multiple areas in 12 districts owing to incessant rains experienced in parts of the island, have been extended. MORE..
Sri Lanka Working Journalists’ Association calls to unite against attempts to suppress media
Sri Lanka Working Journalists’ Association calls to unite against attempts to suppress media
The Sri Lanka Working Journalists’ Association has criticized the summoning of the Editor-in-Chief of the Aruna newspaper, Mahinda Ileperuma, to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) today (24), following a news report published in the paper. MORE..