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Aswesuma Jan. allowance to be credited to beneficiaries’ accounts tomorrow
Aswesuma Jan. allowance to be credited to beneficiaries’ accounts tomorrow
The January allowance for beneficiaries who qualified for the first and second phases of the Aswesuma program, as well as the January elderly allowance applicable under both phases, will be deposited into the bank accounts of the beneficiaries, tomorrow (28), the Ministry of Finance has announced. MORE..
Nipah virus outbreak in India triggers Asia airport screenings
Nipah virus outbreak in India triggers Asia airport screenings
An outbreak of the deadly Nipah virus in India’s West Bengal state has sparked concern in parts of Asia, with some tightening screening measures at airports. MORE..
Substandard coal imports affect electricity generation; Experts urge Kelanitissa plant activation
Substandard coal imports affect electricity generation; Experts urge Kelanitissa plant activation
The Kelanitissa Combined Cycle Power Plant should be operated in order to compensate for the electricity generation loss suffered by the national power grid due to the importation of substandard coal, energy experts have stated. MORE..
Australian heatwave fans bushfires, towns evacuated, Melbourne endures hottest day in 17 years
Australian heatwave fans bushfires, towns evacuated, Melbourne endures hottest day in 17 years
A major heatwave across Australia’s southeast stoked bushfires, forced hundreds of residents in rural towns to evacuate and brought record-breaking temperatures, with Melbourne recording its hottest day in nearly 17 years. MORE..
Police inspect 65 vehicles in Ginigathhena, 12 suspended for safety violations
Police inspect 65 vehicles in Ginigathhena, 12 suspended for safety violations
A vehicle inspection operation targeting traffic passing through Ginigathhena town was carried out last evening (26) with the participation of the Nuwara Eliya District Chief Motor Traffic Inspector and police. MORE..
Heated situation between police and protesters in front of Presidential Secretariat
Heated situation between police and protesters in front of Presidential Secretariat
A tense situation has arisen between police and a group of individuals staging a satyagraha in front of the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Police highlight growing drug abuse among schoolchildren
Police highlight growing drug abuse among schoolchildren
Police are maintaining close surveillance over the prevalence of drug abuse among schoolchildren, the Police Media Spokesperson, Assistant Superintendent of Police F. U. Wootler has stated. MORE..
Denmark and Greenland prime ministers to visit Berlin and Paris
Denmark and Greenland prime ministers to visit Berlin and Paris
The prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland said on Tuesday they will visit Berlin and Paris to shore up support amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent threats against the Arctic island. MORE..
President launches ‘Godanagamu Adhishtanaye Sanhinda’ national programme
President launches ‘Godanagamu Adhishtanaye Sanhinda’ national programme
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that a special authority will be established this year to ensure the protection of the Central Highlands. MORE..
| January 27, 2026 1:34 pm
India, EU finalise landmark trade deal, PM Modi says
India, EU finalise landmark trade deal, PM Modi says
India and the European Union have finalised a landmark trade deal, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday, as the two sides seek to hedge against fickle ties with the U.S.. MORE..
Dr. Rukshan Bellana leaves CID after recording statement
Dr. Rukshan Bellana leaves CID after recording statement
Former Acting Deputy Director of the National Hospital of Colombo, Dr. Rukshan Bellana has left the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) a short while ago after recording a statement, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
Violent attack on school teacher in Oddamavadi caught on CCTV camera
Violent attack on school teacher in Oddamavadi caught on CCTV camera
CCTV footage has captured a violent attack on a teacher using a sharp weapon at a school in the Oddamavadi area, within the Valaichenai Police Division. MORE..
| January 27, 2026 11:33 am
India-EU “Mother Of All Deals” will boost manufacturing, support services: PM Modi
India-EU “Mother Of All Deals” will boost manufacturing, support services: PM Modi
As India and the European Union (EU) move closer to finalising a landmark free-trade agreement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the move, saying the trade pact will boost the manufacturing sector and support services between two of the largest economies. MORE..
Six police officers arrested for assaulting Catholic priest interdicted
Six police officers arrested for assaulting Catholic priest interdicted
The six police officers attached to the Gampaha Police Divisional Crime Detective Bureau (DCDB), who were arrested and later remanded for allegedly assaulting a Catholic priest, have been interdicted, Sri Lanka Police said. MORE..
Woman Police Constable arrested with heroin in Badulla
Woman Police Constable arrested with heroin in Badulla
A Woman Police Constable attached to the Badulla Police Divisional Crime Detective Bureau (DCDB) has been arrested by the Ambagasduwa Police while in possession of 04 grams and 200 milligrams of heroin, police said.
Radiologic technologists to launch island-wide strike tomorrow
Radiologic technologists to launch island-wide strike tomorrow
The Government Radiologic Technologists’ Association (GRTA) has decided to launch an island-wide continuous strike in government hospitals starting from 8:00 a.m. tomorrow (28). MORE..
| January 27, 2026 10:20 am
Former Minister P. Harrison appears before FCID
Former Minister P. Harrison appears before FCID
Former Minister P. Harrison has appeared before the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) at around 8:45 a.m. today (27). MORE..
30 people dead from effects of winter storm as more freezing cold pummels US
30 people dead from effects of winter storm as more freezing cold pummels US
Many in the U.S. faced another night of below-freezing temperatures and no electricity after a colossal winter storm heaped more snow Monday on the Northeast and kept parts of the South coated in ice. At least 30 deaths were reported in states afflicted with severe cold. MORE..
Shiranthi Rajapaksa seeks two weeks’ time to appear before FCID
Shiranthi Rajapaksa seeks two weeks’ time to appear before FCID
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s wife, Shiranthi Rajapaksa, who was summoned to appear before the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) today (27), has informed that she is unable to do so due to personal reasons. MORE..
84 arrested last year over bribery allegations – CIABOC
84 arrested last year over bribery allegations – CIABOC
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) says that a total of 84 individuals have been arrested in 2025 for accepting bribes. MORE..
President to inaugurate ‘Godanagamu Adhishtanaye Sanhinda’ national programme today
President to inaugurate ‘Godanagamu Adhishtanaye Sanhinda’ national programme today
To rapidly restore religious sites damaged by Cyclone Ditwah and make them available for worship and other religious activities, the government will launch the national programme “Godanagamu Adhishtanaye Sanhinda”, under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today (27), the President’s Media Division (PMD) said. MORE..
Shiranthi Rajapaksa summoned to FCID
Shiranthi Rajapaksa summoned to FCID
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa’s wife, Shiranthi Rajapaksa, has been summoned to appear before the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID).
Trump raises US tariffs on South Korea imports to 25%
Trump raises US tariffs on South Korea imports to 25%
US President Donald Trump has announced he is raising tariffs on South Korean imports to 25% after accusing Seoul of “not living up” to a trade deal reached last year. MORE..
Few showers expected in parts of the island today
Few showers expected in parts of the island today
A few showers may occur in North-central and Eastern provinces, today (27), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Israel says it has retrieved remains of final Gaza hostage
Israel says it has retrieved remains of final Gaza hostage
The Israeli military says it has retrieved the body of the last hostage in Gaza, paving the way for the next phase of US President Donald Trump’s peace plan to get under way. MORE..