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Industry bodies flag gaps in Draft National Electricity Policy
Industry bodies flag gaps in Draft National Electricity Policy
The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce, together with several leading industry chambers associations, have submitted joint observations on the Draft National Electricity Policy, stating that a number of critical issues have not been adequately addressed. MORE..
Showers expected in several districts tomorrow
Showers expected in several districts tomorrow
Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in Kaluthara, Galle, Matara and Rathnapura districts after 4.00 p.m. tomorrow (16) while mainly fair weather will prevail elsewhere, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Three traders fined Rs. 1 mln each for selling rice at inflated prices
Three traders fined Rs. 1 mln each for selling rice at inflated prices
The Welisara Magistrate’s Court has fined three traders Rs. 1 million each for selling rice at inflated prices above the stipulated control prices. MORE..
Singapore’s opposition leader stripped of title after conviction for lying
Singapore’s opposition leader stripped of title after conviction for lying
Singapore’s Leader of the Opposition in parliament, Pritam Singh, has been stripped of his title by the prime minister following a vote by lawmakers. MORE..
Two killed in fatal tipper truck accident in Jaffna
Two killed in fatal tipper truck accident in Jaffna
Two individuals have reportedly died in a road accident that had occurred in the Navathkuli area of Thenmarachchi on the Jaffna-Mannar main road. MORE..
After exceeding 2025 revenue target, IRD aims for Rs. 2,402 billion in 2026
After exceeding 2025 revenue target, IRD aims for Rs. 2,402 billion in 2026
The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has been set a revenue target of Rs. 2,402 billion for the fiscal year 2026, the Commissioner General of Inland Revenue Nandana Kumara said. MORE..
Sri Lanka ranked 93rd in Henley Passport Index 2026 with access to 39 destinations
Sri Lanka ranked 93rd in Henley Passport Index 2026 with access to 39 destinations
Sri Lanka has climbed up to the 93rd rank in the Henley Passport Index 2026, with access to 39 destinations, according to the latest global passport rankings released by Henley & Partners. MORE..
Suspect arrested over gold necklace thefts and drug possession
Suspect arrested over gold necklace thefts and drug possession
A suspect who fled after stealing gold necklaces using stolen motorcycles has been arrested by the police. MORE..
55-year-old attacked to death in Nawalapitiya over personal dispute
55-year-old attacked to death in Nawalapitiya over personal dispute
A personal dispute between two brothers-in-law has reportedly ended in a fatal assault in the Gondennawa area of Nawalapitiya Police Division, police said. MORE..
UK-based couple donates £2,000 to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund
UK-based couple donates £2,000 to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund
A UK-based couple residing near the Sri Lankan High Commission to the United Kingdom have donated £2,000 to the Government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ fund. MORE..
The full list of 75 countries where Trump is suspending visa processing
The full list of 75 countries where Trump is suspending visa processing
The Trump administration has indefinitely suspended immigrant visa processing for people from 75 countries, marking one of its most expansive efforts yet to restrict legal pathways to the United States. MORE..
Indian Defence Minister calls for honouring IPKF soldiers’ sacrifices in Sri Lanka
Indian Defence Minister calls for honouring IPKF soldiers’ sacrifices in Sri Lanka
The sacrifices made by Indian soldiers during Operation Pawan in Sri Lanka nearly four decades ago should be honoured, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said on Wednesday, appearing to criticise the governments in the 1990s for not publicly recognising their contributions. MORE..
Another crane collapses in Thailand killing 2 people, police say
Another crane collapses in Thailand killing 2 people, police say
A crane collapsed in Thailand on Thursday, crushing two vehicles and killing two people, police said, a day after a crane accident in the northeast caused the deaths of 32 train passengers. MORE..
Safety guidelines issued for Sri Lankans in Israel amid Middle East tensions
Safety guidelines issued for Sri Lankans in Israel amid Middle East tensions
In view of the current and escalating unrest in the Middle East region, a set of guidelines for Sri Lankans working and residing in Israel has been issued by the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Israel. MORE..
Iran warns of retaliation if Trump strikes, US withdraws some personnel from bases
Iran warns of retaliation if Trump strikes, US withdraws some personnel from bases
The United States is withdrawing some personnel from bases in the Middle East, a U.S. official said on Wednesday, after a senior Iranian official said Tehran had warned neighbours it would hit American bases if Washington strikes. MORE..
Dilith Jayaweera extends Thai Pongal greetings, highlights importance of social values
Dilith Jayaweera extends Thai Pongal greetings, highlights importance of social values
The leader of the ‘Sarvajana Balaya’ and Member of Parliament entrepreneur Dilith Jayaweera in his Thai Pongal Day message has extended his heartfelt greetings to all Tamil devotees celebrating Thai Pongal today. MORE..
UNDP confirms widespread economic fallout from Cyclone Ditwah, calls for inclusive access to recovery financing
UNDP confirms widespread economic fallout from Cyclone Ditwah, calls for inclusive access to recovery financing
Nearly all communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka suffered damage to homes, roads and other critical infrastructure, according to a new United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) assessment released on Wednesday, underscoring the scale of recovery needs and the urgency of accessible financing for the most vulnerable. MORE..
Opposition Leader emphasizes cultural awareness and respect for nature in Thai Pongal message
Opposition Leader emphasizes cultural awareness and respect for nature in Thai Pongal message
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa extended his heartfelt wishes to Tamil communities across Sri Lanka and worldwide “wishing everyone a meaningful celebration of this cultural festival, with a true understanding of the spirit of Thai Pongal.” MORE..
PM Harini urges ‘“New Era of Revival” amid challenges in Thai Pongal message
PM Harini urges ‘“New Era of Revival” amid challenges in Thai Pongal message
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, in her message for Thai Pongal, has extended her heartfelt greetings to the Tamil people in Sri Lanka and abroad who celebrate the Thai Pongal festival, describing it as a proud tradition that expresses gratitude for the dignity of labour and the protection bestowed by nature. MORE..
President calls for national unity and collective reconstruction on Thai Pongal Day
President calls for national unity and collective reconstruction on Thai Pongal Day
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his Thai Pongal message, highlighted the festival’s profound spiritual, cultural, and environmental significance, describing it as a celebration of gratitude, renewal, and collective hope for the future. MORE..
Showery conditions expected to reduce from today
Showery conditions expected to reduce from today
Showery condition over the island is expected to reduce from today (15), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
US to suspend visa processing for 75 nations next week, Fox News reports
US to suspend visa processing for 75 nations next week, Fox News reports
The Trump administration is suspending all visa processing for visitors from 75 countries starting January 21, Fox News reported on Wednesday, citing a memo from the US State Department. MORE..
US Ambassador Julie Chung pays farewell call on PM Harini
US Ambassador Julie Chung pays farewell call on PM Harini
Outgoing US Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Julie Chung, has paid a farewell call on Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya at Temple Trees today (14), marking the conclusion of her tenure in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Pakistan, Sri Lanka agree to promote religious tourism, boost cultural cooperation
Pakistan, Sri Lanka agree to promote religious tourism, boost cultural cooperation
Pakistan and Sri Lanka have agreed to expand cultural cooperation by promoting religious tourism, aiming to hold joint cultural exhibitions and heritage programs, according to an official statement on Tuesday. MORE..
Parliament to convene from January 20 to 23
Parliament to convene from January 20 to 23
Parliamentary business relevant to the second parliamentary week of January 2026 was decided at the meeting of the Committee on Parliamentary Business held today (14) under the Chairmanship of the Deputy Speaker, Dr. Rizvie Salih. MORE..