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36 major reservoirs across Sri Lanka continue to spill - Irrigation Dept
36 major reservoirs across Sri Lanka continue to spill - Irrigation Dept
The Irrigation Department has reported that 36 major reservoirs and over 46 medium-sized reservoirs across the country are currently spilling, according to Director of Irrigation (Water Management) H.M.P.S.D. Herath. MORE..
US envoy nominee flags China concerns, backs Sri Lanka reforms
US envoy nominee flags China concerns, backs Sri Lanka reforms
American President Donald Trump’s nominee for US ambassador to Sri Lanka told lawmakers that Washington will prioritise maritime security, economic reforms and countering China’s growing footprint in the Indian Ocean nation, as Sri Lanka seeks recovery from its 2022 economic crisis and a devastating cyclone this year. MORE..
Nobel Peace Prize committee condemns “brutal” arrest of Iranian laureate Narges Mohammadi
Nobel Peace Prize committee condemns “brutal” arrest of Iranian laureate Narges Mohammadi
Iranian human rights activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi was arrested in a “brutal” manner in Iran and must be released immediately, the Norwegian Nobel Committee, which awards the prize, said on Friday. MORE..
Sri Lanka, Italy renew bilateral agreement on Mutual Recognition of Driving Licenses
Sri Lanka, Italy renew bilateral agreement on Mutual Recognition of Driving Licenses
The Government of Sri Lanka and the Government of Italy formally renewed the Bilateral Agreement for the Mutual Recognition of Driving Licences between the two countries yesterday (12) in Rome, Italy. MORE..
US, Sri Lanka discuss cyclone relief, R&D cooperation & investment opportunities
US, Sri Lanka discuss cyclone relief, R&D cooperation & investment opportunities
A discussion recently took place between US Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Julie Chung, and Senior Presidential Advisor on Science and Technology, Professor Gomika Udugamasooriya, at the US Embassy in Colombo. MORE..
Indian HC briefs Asgiriya, Malwatta chief prelates on cyclone relief efforts
Indian HC briefs Asgiriya, Malwatta chief prelates on cyclone relief efforts
The Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, recently paid his respects to the Mahanayake Theros of the Malwatte and Asgiriya Chapters. MORE..
Sri Lanka records USD 7.19B remittances in first 11 months of 2025
Sri Lanka records USD 7.19B remittances in first 11 months of 2025
Sri Lanka recorded USD 673.4 million in workers’ remittances in November 2025, according to data released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). MORE..
Parliament to convene on Dec.18 following PM’s request – Speaker
Parliament to convene on Dec.18 following PM’s request – Speaker
The Parliament of Sri Lanka will convene on 18 December 2025, at 9.30 a.m., Speaker of Parliament Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne announced today (12). MORE..
26 arrested after police raid drug-fuelled party in Theldeniya
26 arrested after police raid drug-fuelled party in Theldeniya
A total of 26 suspects—22 men and four women—were arrested by Theldeniya Police after an illegal “Facebook party” was raided, during which a quantity of illicit narcotics was seized. MORE..
Thailand and Cambodia agree to halt fighting, Trump says
Thailand and Cambodia agree to halt fighting, Trump says
US President Donald Trump has said the prime ministers of Thailand and Cambodia will halt fighting “effective this evening”. MORE..
Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island
Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island
The Meteorology Department states that several spells of showers will occur in the Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Uva, Central, and North-Western Provinces. MORE..
Thai PM says no ceasefire yet in Cambodia conflict after phone call with Trump
Thai PM says no ceasefire yet in Cambodia conflict after phone call with Trump
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul confirmed on Friday that there was no ceasefire yet with Cambodia and said he had spoken by telephone with U.S. President Donald Trump and told him Bangkok was not the aggressor in the conflict with its neighbour. MORE..
CEO of insurance company granted bail over bribery incident
CEO of insurance company granted bail over bribery incident
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered the release on bail of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of an insurance company arrested in connection with a bribery incident involving a former Assistant Government Analyst, who is currently in remand custody. MORE..
Former Beliatta PS Chairman remanded
Former Beliatta PS Chairman remanded
The former Chairman of the Beliatta Pradeshiya Sabha, Cyril Munasinghe, who was arrested by the Bribery Commission this morning (12), has been remanded until December 22 by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
Former Speaker Asoka Ranwala granted bail
Former Speaker Asoka Ranwala granted bail
Former Speaker and NPP Parliamentarian Asoka Ranwala, who was arrested over the vehicular collision at Sapugaskanda last night (11), has been granted bail, according to the Police Spokesman. MORE..
Budget defeated at NPP-held Ratnapura MC
Budget defeated at NPP-held Ratnapura MC
The maiden 2026 budget of the Ratnapura Municipal Council, which is under the control of the National People’s Power (NPP), has been defeated by a majority of a single vote. MORE..
Wijeyadasa to be appointed SLFP Senior Vice President
Wijeyadasa to be appointed SLFP Senior Vice President
Former Member of Parliament, President’s Counsel Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe, is slated to be appointed as a Senior Vice President of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP). MORE..
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Houses completely destroyed by adverse weather exceeds 5,700 - DMC
Houses completely destroyed by adverse weather exceeds 5,700 - DMC
The Disaster Management Center (DMC) reports that more than 5,700 houses have been completely destroyed due to the severe adverse weather conditions experienced recently across the country. MORE..
Sri Lanka expresses gratitude to China for support after Cyclone Ditwah
Sri Lanka expresses gratitude to China for support after Cyclone Ditwah
Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath, welcomed Yang Wanming, President of the Chinese People’s Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism today (12). MORE..
Singapore to contribute US$100,000 to support relief efforts in Sri Lanka
Singapore to contribute US$100,000 to support relief efforts in Sri Lanka
The Singapore government will contribute US$100,000 (S$129,000) as seed money to support the Singapore Red Cross’ (SRC) public fundraising efforts for the humanitarian crisis resulting from the recent cyclone in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Trump signs order to block states from enforcing own AI rules
Trump signs order to block states from enforcing own AI rules
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at blocking states from enforcing their own artificial intelligence (AI) regulations. MORE..
Foreign humanitarian aid to be systematically distributed, Sri Lankan officials confirm
Foreign humanitarian aid to be systematically distributed, Sri Lankan officials confirm
Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General (Rtd) Aruna Jayasekara, together with members of the committee appointed to ensure the proper coordination and distribution of foreign humanitarian aid, conducted an inspection visit today (12) at the Orugodawatta Warehouse Complex... 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 Kalutara, Ratnapura, Galle and Matara Districts. MORE..
Former Speaker and NPP MP Asoka Ranwala arrested
Former Speaker and NPP MP Asoka Ranwala arrested
Former Speaker and NPP Member of Parliament Asoka Ranwala, who was involved in a vehicular collision in Sapugaskanda last night, has been arrested by the police. MORE..
Govt to provide Rs. 5,000 nutrition allowance to pregnant mothers
Govt to provide Rs. 5,000 nutrition allowance to pregnant mothers
The government has announced that, in light of the nationwide prevailing disaster situation and the upcoming festive season, arrangements have been made to provide a nutrition allowance of Rs. 5,000 to pregnant mothers. MORE..