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Chile fires kill at least 18 as firefighters battle extreme heat, winds
Chile fires kill at least 18 as firefighters battle extreme heat, winds
Chilean President Gabriel Boric declared a state of catastrophe in two regions in the south of the country on Sunday as raging wildfires forced at least 20,000 people to evacuate and left at least 18 people dead. MORE..
Govt commits to global best practices for child and caregiver well-being: Minister
Govt commits to global best practices for child and caregiver well-being: Minister
The Minister of Women and Child Affairs, Saroja Savithri Paulraj, stated that the government has undertaken numerous initiatives to strengthen Early Childhood Development (ECD) and care. MORE..
PM Harini departs for World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos
PM Harini departs for World Economic Forum 2026 in Davos
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya departed Sri Lanka earlier this morning (19) to participate in the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, the PM’s Office said. MORE..
19-year old arrested for aiding and abetting Kaduwela shooting incident
19-year old arrested for aiding and abetting Kaduwela shooting incident
Another individual who had allegedly aided and abetted the shooting incident that occurred on January 01, 2026 in Menikagara Road, Koratota, Nawagamuwa, in the Kaduwela area, has been arrested. MORE..
Over 1,000 imported salt containers stranded at Colombo Port for six months
Over 1,000 imported salt containers stranded at Colombo Port for six months
It has been revealed that more than 1,000 containers of salt imported into the country have been held at the Colombo Port warehouses for over six months after the expiry of the approved import period. MORE..
Two high-speed trains derail in Spain, police sources say 21 people killed
Two high-speed trains derail in Spain, police sources say 21 people killed
A high-speed train derailed and smashed into another oncoming train in southern Spain on Sunday, pushing the second train off the tracks and down an embankment in a collision that police sources confirmed to Reuters had killed at least 21 people. MORE..
GMOA doctors resume strike in Eastern Province
GMOA doctors resume strike in Eastern Province
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) announced that the strike launched by doctors in all government hospitals across the Eastern Province will resume from 8.00 a.m. today (19), as the government has failed to respond to their demands. MORE..
Mainly dry weather expected in most parts of the island
Mainly dry weather expected in most parts of the island
Mainly dry weather will prevail in the most parts of the island, today (19), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Iranian President warns that attacks on Khamenei mean “all-out war”
Iranian President warns that attacks on Khamenei mean “all-out war”
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned on Sunday that any attack on Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei would be considered a declaration of “all-out war” against the Iranian nation, following a sharp exchange of rhetoric with U.S. President Donald Trump. MORE..
Cabinet Minister vows to proceed with education reforms without interruption
Cabinet Minister vows to proceed with education reforms without interruption
Education reforms will not be reversed under any circumstances, the Minister of Rural Development, Social Security and Community Empowerment, Upali Pannilage noted. MORE..
Final rites of ex-Minister Nandana Gunathilake to be held on Wednesday
Final rites of ex-Minister Nandana Gunathilake to be held on Wednesday
The final rites of former Minister, late Nandana Gunathilake will be performed on Wednesday (21) at 4.00 p.m. at the Wadduwa Public Playground. MORE..
Government Radiologic Technologists threaten to strike on Wednesday
Government Radiologic Technologists threaten to strike on Wednesday
The Government Radiological Technologists’ Association has decided to engage in an island-wide token strike based on several demands. MORE..
Over 1,800 kg of heroin seized in 2025 – Police Media Spokesman
Over 1,800 kg of heroin seized in 2025 – Police Media Spokesman
Sri Lanka Police have seized 1,821 kilograms and 174 grams of heroin during raids conducted in 2025, Police Media Spokesman Assistant Superintendent of Police F. U. Wootler stated. MORE..
Man arrested at BIA while attempting to smuggle in 390 mobile phones valued at Rs. 34 mln
Man arrested at BIA while attempting to smuggle in 390 mobile phones valued at Rs. 34 mln
An individual has been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) while attempting to smuggle 390 mobile phones into the country, Sri Lanka Customs stated. MORE..
At least 5,000 killed in Iranian unrest, officials say
At least 5,000 killed in Iranian unrest, officials say
At least 5,000 people have been killed in protests in Iran, including about 500 security personnel, an Iranian official in the region said on Sunday, citing verified figures and accusing “terrorists and armed rioters” of killing “innocent Iranians”. MORE..
Namal criticizes past governments’ approach to national development
Namal criticizes past governments’ approach to national development
Every government which came to power in recent years focused solely on fulfilling its immediate responsibilities, without giving due consideration to positioning Sri Lanka on the global map, Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa stated. MORE..
| January 18, 2026 7:09 pm
Computer literacy rises to 38.4 pct in first half of 2025
Computer literacy rises to 38.4 pct in first half of 2025
Sri Lanka’s computer literacy rate has risen to 38.4 percent in the first half of 2025, the latest survey by the Department of Census and Statistics show. more..
Police issue guidelines amidst surge in financial scams
Police issue guidelines amidst surge in financial scams
The general public has been once again requested to exercise extreme caution when using social media platforms owing to a surge in financial scams online. MORE..
Several sections of Northern Railway Line to be temporarily closed for renovation work
Several sections of Northern Railway Line to be temporarily closed for renovation work
The Northern Railway Line will be temporarily closed at several sections starting tomorrow (19) for renovation and maintenance work. MORE..
Strengthening primary healthcare key to controlling non-communicable diseases – Health Minister
Strengthening primary healthcare key to controlling non-communicable diseases – Health Minister
The primary challenge facing the country’s free healthcare sector is the rising prevalence of non-communicable diseases, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, the Minister of Health and Mass Media has stated. MORE..
Man hacked to death following dispute over pigeons
Man hacked to death following dispute over pigeons
A man has been hacked to death following a dispute over pigeons in Meegahawatta, Peliyagoda this afternoon (18), police stated. MORE..
Frost covers several areas in Nuwara Eliya, range of vegetation affected
Frost covers several areas in Nuwara Eliya, range of vegetation affected
Ground frost was observed in several areas in Nuwara Eliya in the past few days following a sharp drop in temperature. MORE..
Israel objects to US announcement of leaders who will help oversee next steps in Gaza
Israel objects to US announcement of leaders who will help oversee next steps in Gaza
Israel has objected to US President Donald Trump’s announcement of American leaders who will help oversee the next steps in Gaza. MORE..
Court imposes heavy fines on three pharmacy owners for regulatory violations
Court imposes heavy fines on three pharmacy owners for regulatory violations
Court has imposed fines totaling Rs. 950,000 on owners of three private pharmacies for operating in violation of regulations issued by the National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA). MORE..
Over 800 arrested in island-wide anti-drug raids
Over 800 arrested in island-wide anti-drug raids
A total of 882 individuals have been arrested during island-wide raids conducted yesterday (17) under the “Nation United - National Drive” campaign aimed at eradicating narcotics from the country. MORE..