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Duo arrested with over 1kg of ‘Ice’ in Madampitiya

Duo arrested with over 1kg of ‘Ice’ in Madampitiya

Two individuals have been arrested for the possession of 1 kilogram and 501 grams of Crystal Methamphetamine (commonly known as ‘Ice’) by the Madampitiya Police. MORE..

| January 22, 2026  9:04 am
Heavy rains wreak havoc in New Zealand, several people missing in landslide

Heavy rains wreak havoc in New Zealand, several people missing in landslide

Several people were missing following a landslide near a ⁠campsite in New Zealand’s North Island on Thursday (Jan 22), as heavy rains caused widespread damage, with homes being evacuated, thousands without power and roads closed.

| January 22, 2026  8:45 am
Doctors at National Eye Hospital to strike today over irregular transfers

Doctors at National Eye Hospital to strike today over irregular transfers

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has announced that doctors at the Colombo National Eye Hospital will commence a strike today (22) in protest against irregular staff transfers. MORE..

| January 22, 2026  8:26 am
Election Commission approves registration of five new political parties

Election Commission approves registration of five new political parties

The National Election Commission has granted approval to register five new political parties.

| January 22, 2026  8:17 am
Global stocks stage dramatic rebound after Trump announces Greenland framework

Global stocks stage dramatic rebound after Trump announces Greenland framework

Global shares rebounded on Wednesday (Jan 21) from a selloff the previous session after US President Donald Trump said a framework ⁠on a future deal over Greenland has been reached.

| January 22, 2026  7:44 am
Government Radiological Technologists suspend strike for seven days

Government Radiological Technologists suspend strike for seven days

The Government Radiological Technologists’ Association has decided to temporarily suspend the strike action that began yesterday (21) at 8.00 a.m. MORE..

| January 22, 2026  7:26 am
PM reaffirms Sri Lanka’s commitment to feminist and intersectional leadership

PM reaffirms Sri Lanka’s commitment to feminist and intersectional leadership

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has reaffirmed Sri Lanka’s commitment to feminist, intersectional leadership and called on global actors to ensure that women and marginalised communities are not only participants, but principal architects of the policies shaping the future global order. MORE..

| January 22, 2026  7:05 am
IMF delegation to arrive in Sri Lanka today

IMF delegation to arrive in Sri Lanka today

A delegation of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is scheduled to arrive in the country today (22). MORE..

| January 22, 2026  6:28 am
Donald Trump drops 10% tariff threat over Greenland, rules out use of force

Donald Trump drops 10% tariff threat over Greenland, rules out use of force

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday retracted a threat to impose a 10 percent tariff on goods from eight European countries, starting in February, for opposing his push to take control of Greenland from Denmark. MORE..

| January 22, 2026  5:46 am
All stakeholders must unite to protect and rebuild the central hills

All stakeholders must unite to protect and rebuild the central hills

Functioning of institutions responsible for construction and land management, agriculture, livestock and environmental conservation without proper coordination has posed challenges in restoring the central hills, which were devastated by Cyclone Ditwah, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated. MORE..

| January 22, 2026  5:34 am
Mainly dry weather will prevail in most parts of the island today

Mainly dry weather will prevail in most parts of the island today

The prevailing dry weather conditions are expected to change from tomorrow (23), the Department of Meteorology has warned. MORE..

| January 22, 2026  5:32 am
EU lawmakers stall US trade deal in protest over Greenland

EU lawmakers stall US trade deal in protest over Greenland

The European Parliament has decided to suspend its work on the European Union’s trade deal with the United States in protest at U.S. President Donald Trump’s demands to acquire Greenland and threats of tariffs on European allies who oppose his plan. MORE..

| January 21, 2026  10:29 pm
ICC T20 World Cup trophy tour launched in Sri Lanka under President’s patronage

ICC T20 World Cup trophy tour launched in Sri Lanka under President’s patronage

The official tour showcasing the ICC T20 World Cup trophy, which will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka in 2026, was formally inaugurated today (21) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..

| January 21, 2026  9:51 pm
Trump in Davos speech says he won’t use force to acquire Greenland

Trump in Davos speech says he won’t use force to acquire Greenland

President Donald Trump insisted he won’t use force to acquire Greenland in a speech at the World Economic Forum, where he said that the U.S. is booming but Europe is “not heading in the right direction.” MORE..

| January 21, 2026  8:02 pm
Chairman of NPP-controlled Habaraduwa PS steps down

Chairman of NPP-controlled Habaraduwa PS steps down

Harsha Manoj Gardiya Punchihewa, Chairman of the Habaraduwa Pradeshiya Sabha, which is under the control of the National People’s Power (NPP), has resigned from his position. MORE..

| January 21, 2026  7:47 pm
Dengue cases surge in Batticaloa following floods and monsoon rains

Dengue cases surge in Batticaloa following floods and monsoon rains

The Regional Director of Health Services (RDHS) in Batticaloa has stated that dengue fever is spreading rapidly across the district following the recent floods and monsoon rainfall. MORE..

| January 21, 2026  7:06 pm
ICC rejects BCB’s request to relocate T20 WC matches

ICC rejects BCB’s request to relocate T20 WC matches

The ICC Board has rejected the Bangladesh Cricket Board’s request to relocate their 2026 T20 World Cup matches out of India. MORE..

| January 21, 2026  6:26 pm
President proposes legal mechanism to address education reform challenges

President proposes legal mechanism to address education reform challenges

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has stated that the Government is taking steps to establish a comprehensive mechanism, supported by an appropriate legal framework, to bring together university academics, experts and all relevant parties to address issues arising during the implementation of education reforms. MORE..

| January 21, 2026  5:45 pm
189 wildlife and forest-related complaints received via ‘1995’ hotline - Ministry

189 wildlife and forest-related complaints received via ‘1995’ hotline - Ministry

The Ministry of Environment reports that a total of 189 public complaints related to wildlife and forest-related offences have been received to date. MORE..

| January 21, 2026  5:01 pm
SLAF deploys 11th aviation contingent to Central African Republic

SLAF deploys 11th aviation contingent to Central African Republic

The 11th Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) Aviation Contingent assigned to the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA) departed Sri Lanka this morning (21). MORE..

| January 21, 2026  4:51 pm
Sri Lanka seeks long-term investment in tourism sector: PM Harini

Sri Lanka seeks long-term investment in tourism sector: PM Harini

Sri Lanka welcome long-term investment in the tourism sector, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has emphasized. MORE..

| January 21, 2026  3:41 pm
Sri Lanka’s inflation increases to 2.9% in December 2025

Sri Lanka’s inflation increases to 2.9% in December 2025

The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), has increased to 2.9% in December 2025, compared to 2.4% in November 2025, according to the latest data released by the Department of Census and Statistics. MORE..

| January 21, 2026  3:29 pm
Death certificates issued to 525 Cyclone Ditwah victims: Minister

Death certificates issued to 525 Cyclone Ditwah victims: Minister

Death certificates have been issued for 525 individuals who lost their lives due to landslides and floods triggered by Cyclone Ditwah, the Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government, Chandana Abeyratne stated. MORE..

| January 21, 2026  3:29 pm
Special exposition of sacred corporeal relics of Lord Buddha at Gangaramaya Temple

Special exposition of sacred corporeal relics of Lord Buddha at Gangaramaya Temple

The veneration of the Sacred Relics, which are due to be brought to Sri Lanka with the intervention of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and with the full patronage of the government of India, will be held at the Hunupitiya Gangaramaya Temple in Colombo for seven days from 4 to 11 February. MORE..

| January 21, 2026  3:18 pm
Tamil Nadu CM writes to Indian Govt to secure the release of all fishermen in Sri Lankan custody

Tamil Nadu CM writes to Indian Govt to secure the release of all fishermen in Sri Lankan custody

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin on Wednesday (21) has written to the External Affairs Minister of India S Jaishankar, urging him to utilise appropriate diplomatic channels to prevent the arrests of fishermen from Tamil Nadu by the Sri Lankan Navy and to secure the immediate release of all detained fishermen and their fishing boats. MORE..

| January 21, 2026  2:52 pm