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Russian general shot several times in Moscow
Russian general shot several times in Moscow
A high-profile general in Russia’s military has been shot several times and wounded in Moscow. MORE..
President Anura Kumara launches Mahaiyawa underpass project
President Anura Kumara launches Mahaiyawa underpass project
The construction of the Mahaiyawa Underpass Bridge on the Kandy–Jaffna Road (A-009), a key entry point to Kandy City, commenced this morning (06) under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. MORE..
Ex-Sooriyakanda OIC, constable arrested for killing of Sambar deer
Ex-Sooriyakanda OIC, constable arrested for killing of Sambar deer
The former Officer-in-Charge (OIC) and a Police Constable attached to the Sooriyakanda Police station have been arrested by the Central Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) in connection with the alleged killing of a Sambar deer, police said.
Sri Lanka’s foreign policy firmly anchored in economic diplomacy – FM
Sri Lanka’s foreign policy firmly anchored in economic diplomacy – FM
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism stated that Sri Lanka’s foreign policy is firmly anchored in economic diplomacy, with a strong focus on trade, investment, tourism promotion, and innovation. MORE..
2025 O/L tuition classes prohibited from midnight on Feb 11
2025 O/L tuition classes prohibited from midnight on Feb 11
The Department of Examinations has announced that the conducting of tuition classes and other activities targeting students facing the 2025 G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) Examination will be prohibited from midnight on 11 February (Wednesday) until the conclusion of the examination. MORE..
SLTB creates history with appointment of 20 female bus conductors
SLTB creates history with appointment of 20 female bus conductors
In a historic first, a total of twenty newly-recruited female bus conductors have officially received their letters of appointment from the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB). MORE..
Former Minister Keheliya’s daughter arrested
Former Minister Keheliya’s daughter arrested
Chamithri Rambukwella, the eldest daughter of former Minister Keheliya Rambukwella, has been arrested by officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC). MORE..
Seven school students hospitalized following violent clash in Beruwala
Seven school students hospitalized following violent clash in Beruwala
Seven students were admitted to Kalutara Teaching Hospital after sustaining injuries in a violent clash between students from two schools in the Beruwala area. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle and Matara districts. MORE..
Decisions and judgments of Supreme Court reflect justice in country – PM
Decisions and judgments of Supreme Court reflect justice in country – PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the decisions and judgments delivered within the Supreme Court complex serve as a mirror that clearly reflects the justice, democracy, and the rule of law in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Norway investigates former PM Jagland over alleged Epstein links
Norway investigates former PM Jagland over alleged Epstein links
Police in Norway have opened a corruption investigation into the country’s former Prime Minister Thorbjørn Jagland over his alleged links to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. MORE..
Woman arrested with ‘Hashish’ and ‘Kush’ worth over Rs. 15 mln
Woman arrested with ‘Hashish’ and ‘Kush’ worth over Rs. 15 mln
A woman was arrested by the Western Province North Crime Division during an operation carried out in the Nirmala Mawatha area of Boralesgamuwa. MORE..
Court defers decision on Dayasiri’s petition over SLFP General Secretary post
Court defers decision on Dayasiri’s petition over SLFP General Secretary post
The Colombo District Court today (06) ordered that the delivery of the verdict on the case filed by Member of Parliament Dayasiri Jayasekara be postponed until February 17. MORE..
Govt ready to commence paddy purchases in upcoming season – Dy Minister
Govt ready to commence paddy purchases in upcoming season – Dy Minister
The Deputy Minister of Lands and Irrigation, Aravinda Senarath, informed Parliament today (06) that the government has completed all necessary arrangements to commence the purchasing of paddy. MORE..
President’s Fund allocates over Rs. 1.9 bln for schoolchildren affected by Cyclone Ditwah
President’s Fund allocates over Rs. 1.9 bln for schoolchildren affected by Cyclone Ditwah
An allocation of Rs. 1,925,010,000.00 has been made from the President’s Fund to provide a Rs. 10,000 allowance for schoolchildren in all districts affected by Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..
Anusha Palpita further remanded
Anusha Palpita further remanded
Former Secretary to the Ministry of Mass Media and former Chairman of the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL), Anusha Palpita, has been further remanded until February 20 by the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
SC rules Parliamentary Pensions Repeal Bill can be passed with simple majority
SC rules Parliamentary Pensions Repeal Bill can be passed with simple majority
The Supreme Court has determined that no provision in the Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) Bill is inconsistent with the Constitution, and that it can be enacted by Parliament with a simple majority, Speaker of the House Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne stated. MORE..
President to launch compensation, housing projects for Cyclone Ditwah victims in Kandy today
President to launch compensation, housing projects for Cyclone Ditwah victims in Kandy today
The programme to commence the construction of new houses for individuals whose homes were fully or partially damaged by Cyclone Ditwah in the Kandy District, along with the awarding of compensation and the launch of several development projects, is scheduled to take place in Kandy today (06)...MORE..
Police enhance security measures for 2026 ICC T20 World Cup matches
Police enhance security measures for 2026 ICC T20 World Cup matches
Sri Lanka Police has announced that a total of 1,500 police officers and 600 traffic police officers will be deployed to ensure the safety and security of both local and foreign spectators attending the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup Cricket Tournament. MORE..
Train services on main line delayed
Train services on main line delayed
Trains operating along the main railway line are currently experiencing delays, according to Sri Lanka Railways. MORE..
Special traffic plan in Colombo during 2026 ICC T20 World Cup matches
Special traffic plan in Colombo during 2026 ICC T20 World Cup matches
A special traffic plan will be implemented in Colombo during the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup Cricket Tournament, which will be held from February 07 to March 08, 2026. MORE..
Three suspects arrested with ‘Kush’ worth over Rs. 20 mln at BIA
Three suspects arrested with ‘Kush’ worth over Rs. 20 mln at BIA
A Sri Lankan passenger who arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) has been arrested for allegedly attempting to smuggle a consignment of ‘Kush’ valued at over Rs. 20 million into the country. MORE..
US says Trump prefers diplomacy with Iran but warns he has military options
US says Trump prefers diplomacy with Iran but warns he has military options
The White House said on Thursday that diplomacy is President Donald Trump’s first choice for dealing with Iran and he will wait to see whether a deal can be struck at high-stakes talks, but also warned that he has military options at his disposal. MORE..
Fairly heavy showers expected in parts of the island today
Fairly heavy showers expected in parts of the island today
Showers will occur at times in the Eastern, Uva and Central provinces and in Polonnaruwa and Hambantota districts, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
US, Russia to reestablish military-to-military talks
US, Russia to reestablish military-to-military talks
The U.S. military said that Washington and Moscow on Thursday agreed to reestablish high level military-to-military dialogue, following talks in Abu Dhabi, a move which could signal a move towards normalizing some ties between the United States and Russia. MORE..