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Opposition moves motion to appoint Select Committee on Cyclone Ditwah preparedness
Opposition moves motion to appoint Select Committee on Cyclone Ditwah preparedness
The opposition today (21) moved a motion to appoint a Select Committee of Parliament to conduct a comprehensive study on the lack of preparedness to face Cyclone Ditwah and report to Parliament and submit its proposals and recommendations in that regard. MORE..
Trump’s plane lands safely after ‘minor electrical issue,’ Davos trip to continue
Trump’s plane lands safely after ‘minor electrical issue,’ Davos trip to continue
US President Donald Trump’s Air Force One landed safely at Joint Base Andrews near Washington to change aircraft Tuesday night after crew on his initial flight identified “a minor electrical issue” shortly after takeoff. MORE..
Air quality worsens in several cities: NBRO
Air quality worsens in several cities: NBRO
Air quality in several cities in Sri Lanka has deteriorated to unhealthy levels this morning owing to various factors, the National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has stated. MORE..
Gold crosses $4,800 for the first time as US, EU spar over Greenland
Gold crosses $4,800 for the first time as US, EU spar over Greenland
Gold prices surged to a record high above $4,800 per ounce on Wednesday, buoyed by safe-haven demand and a softer dollar as U.S. President Donald Trump’s pursuit of Greenland threatened to reignite a trade war with Europe and upend the NATO alliance. MORE..
Country’s rulers are obligated to protect Buddhism: Ex-President Ranil
Country’s rulers are obligated to protect Buddhism: Ex-President Ranil
Rulers of the country are obligated to protect Buddhism, former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has stressed. MORE..
Nuwara Eliya records lowest temperature at 7.4°C today
Nuwara Eliya records lowest temperature at 7.4°C today
The lowest temperature recorded in Sri Lanka today (21) was 7.4°C, observed at the Nuwara Eliya weather station during the early hours of the morning, according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Over 30,000 individuals subjected to inspection during special police operation
Over 30,000 individuals subjected to inspection during special police operation
A total of 652 individuals have been arrested on suspicion of being involved in criminal activities and also over illicit liquor and drug-related offenses during a special island-wide operation conducted yesterday (20). MORE..
Donald Trump’s approval rating takes a hit in his first year back in office
Donald Trump’s approval rating takes a hit in his first year back in office
President Donald Trump marked the one‑year anniversary of his return to the White House on Tuesday with a wide-ranging news conference that meandered from crime mugshots and immigration raids to the Nile River, Nobel Peace Prize and biker gangs. MORE..
Three dead in separate road accidents
Three dead in separate road accidents
Three individuals have died in three separate road accidents that occurred in Laggala, Badulla and Nawagamuwa yesterday. MORE..
Individual arrested with 61kg of ICE valued at Rs. 900 million in Nittambuwa
Individual arrested with 61kg of ICE valued at Rs. 900 million in Nittambuwa
An individual has been arrested for the possession of over 61kg of crystal methamphetamine (ICE) in Pinnagolla Estate, Nittambuwa. MORE..
High-benefit pension scheme for fishermen introduced
High-benefit pension scheme for fishermen introduced
A high-benefit pension scheme for fishermen has been introduced by the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources in collaboration with the Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board. MORE..
Close associate of foreign-based criminal arrested with firearm
Close associate of foreign-based criminal arrested with firearm
An individual has been arrested by the Homicide and Organized Crime Investigation Division for the possession of a firearm and a locally manufactured hand grenade. MORE..
Ex-Minister Nandana Gunathilake to be laid to rest today
Ex-Minister Nandana Gunathilake to be laid to rest today
The final rites of former Minister, late Nandana Gunathilake will be performed at the Wadduwa Public Playground today. MORE..
Europe to suspend approval of US trade deal as global markets fall
Europe to suspend approval of US trade deal as global markets fall
The European Parliament is planning to suspend approval of the US trade deal agreed in July, according to sources close to its international trade committee. MORE..
Government Radiologic Technologists to begin token strike at 8am
Government Radiologic Technologists to begin token strike at 8am
The Government Radiological Technologists’ Association has decided to launch a 24-hour token strike at 8.00 a.m. in all hospitals across the island. MORE..
PM Harini holds discussions with ADB President in Davos
PM Harini holds discussions with ADB President in Davos
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya has held discussions with the President and Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Masato Kanda in Davos, Switzerland. MORE..
Driver killed and 37 people injured in Barcelona train crash
Driver killed and 37 people injured in Barcelona train crash
A train driver has been killed and at least 37 people injured, five seriously, after a commuter train derailed and crashed near Barcelona just days on from a two-train collision in southern Spain on Sunday. MORE..
Schools to reopen today
Schools to reopen today
The second phase of the first school term for the 2026 academic year in government and government-approved private schools is scheduled to commence today (21). MORE..
Prevailing dry weather conditions expected to change from Friday
Prevailing dry weather conditions expected to change from Friday
The prevailing dry weather conditions across the country are expected to change from Friday (23), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
BASL expresses concern over social media posts targeting Attorney General
BASL expresses concern over social media posts targeting Attorney General
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has expressed its concern regarding recent posts circulating on social media targeting the Attorney General. MORE..
Reckless motorcyclists to face strict police action
Reckless motorcyclists to face strict police action
All police stations have been instructed to arrest motorcyclists who ride dangerously and unlawfully on main roads, Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Traffic Control and Road Safety Range, W. P. J. Senadeera stated. MORE..
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Sri Lankan arrested for illegal entry into Israel
Sri Lankan arrested for illegal entry into Israel
A 43-year-old Sri Lankan has been arrested on charges of illegally entering into Israel and unlawfully transporting a foreign national. MORE..
75-year-old man sentenced to death over 2015 murder
75-year-old man sentenced to death over 2015 murder
The Anuradhapura High Court has sentenced a 75-year-old man to death for murdering an individual in 2015 with a sharp weapon. MORE..
EU reaffirms support for Sri Lanka’s reform agenda and long-term growth
EU reaffirms support for Sri Lanka’s reform agenda and long-term growth
The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s reform agenda and long-term growth priorities. MORE..
Rs. 380 million recovered from foreign employment scams returned to victims
Rs. 380 million recovered from foreign employment scams returned to victims
A discussion was held between officers of the Enforcement Division of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment, Arun Hemachandra today (20). MORE..