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Demerit points system for traffic offences to be implemented from July-end
Demerit points system for traffic offences to be implemented from July-end
The demerit points system for drivers who violate traffic laws is scheduled to be implemented from the end of July, according to Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of Police in charge of Traffic Control and Road Safety, W. P. J. Senadheera. MORE..
| January 17, 2026 6:18 pm
Indonesian ATR aircraft with 11 on board goes missing, debris seen on mountain
Indonesian ATR aircraft with 11 on board goes missing, debris seen on mountain
An Indonesian ATR 42-500 aircraft has gone missing near Makassar, with videos circulating on social media appearing to show debris on a mountain close to the area where contact with the plane was lost, according to flight-tracking data and local media reports. MORE..
Minister Nalinda Jayatissa calls on Chief Prelates of Malwathu and Asgiri Chapters
Minister Nalinda Jayatissa calls on Chief Prelates of Malwathu and Asgiri Chapters
Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr Nalinda Jayatissa, and Deputy Minister of Health Dr Hansaka Wijemuni have paid a visit to the Chief Prelates of the Malwathu and Asgiri Chapters and received their blessings. MORE..
Shooting in South African township leaves 7 dead
Shooting in South African township leaves 7 dead
Gunmen killed seven people in a township outside the South African city of Cape Town early on Saturday in an incident believed to be extortion-related, police said. MORE..
Special announcement on 2025 A/L Home Economics practical exam
Special announcement on 2025 A/L Home Economics practical exam
The Department of Examinations of Sri Lanka, has issued a special announcement regarding the practical examination for the subject of Home Economics for the G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) Examination (2025). MORE..
MP Asoka Ranwala’s wife hospitalized after vehicle involved in accident
MP Asoka Ranwala’s wife hospitalized after vehicle involved in accident
Former Speaker and National People’s Power (NPP) Member of Parliament Asoka Ranwala’s wife has been hospitalized following a car accident, Biyagama Police said. MORE..
Several train services including night mail trains to resume
Several train services including night mail trains to resume
The Railway Department of Sri Lanka has taken steps to resume several train services, including the night mail trains from Colombo Fort to Trincomalee and Batticaloa, which were suspended due to Cyclone “Ditwah”. MORE..
Nuwara Eliya records lowest temperature at 8°C today
Nuwara Eliya records lowest temperature at 8°C today
The lowest temperature in Sri Lanka today (17) was recorded at the Nuwara Eliya Meteorological Station at 8.0 degrees Celsius, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Three associates of ‘Dubai Ishara’ arrested with heroin in Gampola
Three associates of ‘Dubai Ishara’ arrested with heroin in Gampola
Three suspects involved in the sale of narcotics linked to “Dubai Ishara”—a major drug trafficker operating a local drug network from Dubai—were arrested by the Gampola Police this morning (17). MORE..
Sri Lanka welcomes over 130,000 tourists in first 15 days of 2026
Sri Lanka welcomes over 130,000 tourists in first 15 days of 2026
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has reported that a total of 131,898 tourists visited the country during the first 15 days of 2026. MORE..
Indian Army constructs third Bailey bridge in Sri Lanka, restoring connectivity
Indian Army constructs third Bailey bridge in Sri Lanka, restoring connectivity
The Indian Army has successfully constructed a third Bailey bridge on Sri Lanka’s B-492 Highway, linking Kandy and Nuwara Eliya in the Central Province, restoring a critical lifeline that was severed for over a month following Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..
Trump threatens new tariffs on countries opposed to Greenland takeover
Trump threatens new tariffs on countries opposed to Greenland takeover
US President Donald Trump has threatened to place tariffs on nations that do not go along with his ambitions to annex Greenland. MORE..
Son arrested for assaulting father to death in Madawachchiya
Son arrested for assaulting father to death in Madawachchiya
A 67-year-old father of two was killed following an assault at a residence in the Kadawatgama area of Madawachchiya yesterday (16). MORE..
Eric Meyer tipped to be appointed next US Ambassador to Sri Lanka
Eric Meyer tipped to be appointed next US Ambassador to Sri Lanka
Eric Meyer is set to be appointed as the next United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka, according to reports indicating that U.S. President Donald Trump has nominated him for the diplomatic post. MORE..
Trump appoints Tony Blair, Marco Rubio and more to Gaza ‘board of peace’
Trump appoints Tony Blair, Marco Rubio and more to Gaza ‘board of peace’
The White House has announced names of the so-called “Board of Peace” that will, under President Donald Trump’s plan, supervise the temporary governance of Gaza. MORE..
Mainly dry weather expected over most parts of the country
Mainly dry weather expected over most parts of the country
The Meteorology Department states that mainly dry weather will prevail over most parts of the island. MORE..
Jinthupitiya Shooting: Victim succumbs to injuries
Jinthupitiya Shooting: Victim succumbs to injuries
Police have confirmed that the individual who was critically injured in a shooting incident last night (16) in the Jinthupitiya area in Colombo, has succumbed to his injuries after being admitted to the National Hospital of Colombo. MORE..
| January 17, 2026 7:01 am
One person injured in shooting at Jinthupitiya
One person injured in shooting at Jinthupitiya
One person has reportedly been injured and hospitalized following a shooting incident at Jinthupitiya in Colombo. MORE..
| January 16, 2026 10:45 pm
Govt. committed to ensuring quality education to develop responsible citizens - Prime Minister
Govt. committed to ensuring quality education to develop responsible citizens - Prime Minister
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has stated that the Government is making every effort to ensure the quality education to nurture a developed citizen that the country requires...MORE..
Retired Army Captain arrested with T-56 magazines and ammunition in Minuwangoda
Retired Army Captain arrested with T-56 magazines and ammunition in Minuwangoda
A retired Sri Lanka Army Captain has been arrested by the Police Western Province North Crimes Range at Miriswatte in Minuwangoda, while in possession of 18 T-56 assault rifle magazines and 25 rounds of live ammunition, police said.
Unrest at Boossa Prison brought under control - Prisons Spokesman
Unrest at Boossa Prison brought under control - Prisons Spokesman
A group of detainees who had climbed onto the rooftop of the ‘D Ward’ at the Boossa Prison and engaged in unruly behaviour, causing damage to prison property, has been brought under control a short while ago, the Prisons Spokesman said.
China and Canada announce tariffs relief after a high-stakes meeting between Carney and Xi
China and Canada announce tariffs relief after a high-stakes meeting between Carney and Xi
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Canadian PM Mark Carney have announced lower tariffs, signalling a reset in their countries’ relationship after a key meeting in Beijing. MORE..
US Ambassador Julie Chung pays farewell call on Opposition Leader
US Ambassador Julie Chung pays farewell call on Opposition Leader
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today (16) received a farewell call from the outgoing United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Julie Chung, as she prepares to conclude her four-year tenure as Washington’s top envoy to Colombo. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Speaker participates in 28th CSPOC in New Delhi
Sri Lanka’s Speaker participates in 28th CSPOC in New Delhi
The Sri Lankan parliamentary delegation led by Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne has participated in the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) inaugurated under the patronage of the Indian Prime Minister. MORE..
President issues warning to govt officials assisting drug traffickers
President issues warning to govt officials assisting drug traffickers
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has declared that his administration will never provide political protection to any individuals involved in drug trafficking. MORE..