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Three arrested at BIA while attempting to smuggle Rs. 8.6 million worth of goods
Three arrested at BIA while attempting to smuggle Rs. 8.6 million worth of goods
In a special operation conducted at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), Customs officers have arrested three Sri Lankan nationals earlier this morning (26) for attempting to smuggle a consignment of goods valued at Rs. 8.6 million into the country. MORE..
Seven youths arrested for illegal motorcycle racing in Panadura
Seven youths arrested for illegal motorcycle racing in Panadura
Panadura North Police have arrested a total of seven youths for engaging in illegal motorcycle racing involving monetary bets. MORE..
NPP PS member arrested for threatening female Grama Niladhari officer
NPP PS member arrested for threatening female Grama Niladhari officer
A Member of the Puttalam Pradeshiya Sabha representing the National People’s Power (NPP) has been arrested by Mundalama Police early this morning (26) in connection with the alleged verbal abuse and intimidation of a female Grama Niladhari officer. MORE..
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un signals continued missile development in next 5 years
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un signals continued missile development in next 5 years
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un signaled the country will continue to develop missiles in the next five years, as he visited major munitions enterprises in the last quarter of 2025, state media KCNA said on Friday. MORE..
Bomb scare prompts special search operation at Kandy District Secretariat
Bomb scare prompts special search operation at Kandy District Secretariat
It is reported that a special search operation has been launched at the Kandy District Secretariat following a bomb scare. MORE..
Original locomotive absent from ‘Tsunami Train’ commemorative run
Original locomotive absent from ‘Tsunami Train’ commemorative run
It has been reported that the original locomotive involved in the tragic Peraliya train disaster caused by the 2004 tsunami did not participate in this year’s symbolic commemorative run. MORE..
49-year-old doctor drowns at Mirissa Beach
49-year-old doctor drowns at Mirissa Beach
A doctor has reportedly died after drowning in the Mirissa Beach yesterday (25). MORE..
Three-year-old killed in road accident involving cab in Welipenna
Three-year-old killed in road accident involving cab in Welipenna
A three-year-old girl was killed in a road accident near the 5th mile post on the Aluthgama–Matugama Road, within the Welipenna Police Division. MORE..
Six arrested over showroom manager’s shooting in Ambalangoda
Six arrested over showroom manager’s shooting in Ambalangoda
Police have arrested six suspects in connection with the shooting and killing of a showroom manager in Ambalangoda on 22 December. MORE..
Sri Lanka to observe two-minute silence today to mark 21 years since devastating tsunami
Sri Lanka to observe two-minute silence today to mark 21 years since devastating tsunami
Today (26) marks 21 years since the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami, one of the world’s deadliest and most destructive natural disasters, which impacted over 10 countries in the Indian Ocean. MORE..
Suspect arrested over shooting death of former Mulleriyawa PS Vice Chairman
Suspect arrested over shooting death of former Mulleriyawa PS Vice Chairman
The Western Province Southern Crime Division has arrested a suspect yesterday (25) in connection with the shooting death of the former Vice Chairman of the Mulleriyawa Pradeshiya Sabha in Kotikawatta. MORE..
US launches ‘powerful strikes’ against Islamic State in Nigeria, says Trump
US launches ‘powerful strikes’ against Islamic State in Nigeria, says Trump
President Donald Trump has said the US launched a “powerful and deadly strike” against the Islamic State (IS) group in north-western Nigeria. MORE..
In first Christmas sermon, Pope Leo decries conditions for Palestinians in Gaza
In first Christmas sermon, Pope Leo decries conditions for Palestinians in Gaza
Pope Leo decried conditions for Palestinians in Gaza in his Christmas sermon on Thursday, in an unusually direct appeal during what is normally a solemn, spiritual service on the day Christians across the globe celebrate the birth of Jesus. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
A few showers may occur in Northern, Eastern and Uva provinces and in Polonnaruwa, Matale and Nuwara-Eliya districts, today (26), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Sri Lanka to observe two-minute silence to mark 21 years since devastating tsunami
Sri Lanka to observe two-minute silence to mark 21 years since devastating tsunami
Tomorrow (Dec. 26) marks the 21st anniversary of the 2004 Boxing Day Tsunami, one of the world’s deadliest and most destructive natural disasters, which impacted over 10 countries in the Indian Ocean. MORE..
More than 100 ISIS suspects arrested in Turkey over Christmas terror attack plot
More than 100 ISIS suspects arrested in Turkey over Christmas terror attack plot
More than 100 suspected ISIS members believed to have been planning attacks during the Christmas and New Year season have been arrested in Turkey, authorities said on Thursday. MORE..
Gampaha Crimes OIC arrested for soliciting bribe
Gampaha Crimes OIC arrested for soliciting bribe
The Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Crimes Division of the Gampaha Police Station has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) in connection with an alleged bribery incident. MORE..
At least 30 injured in bus–tipper truck collision in Handapangodella
At least 30 injured in bus–tipper truck collision in Handapangodella
At least 30 individuals have been hospitalized following a head-on collision between a tipper truck and a private bus on the Dikwella–Beliatta Road in the Handapangodella area, police said. MORE..
India tests K-4 missile, with 3,500-km range, from nuclear-powered submarine
India tests K-4 missile, with 3,500-km range, from nuclear-powered submarine
In a big flex of its nuclear capabilities, India has tested an intermediate-range ballistic missile launched from a nuclear-capable submarine. MORE..
Police seize more than 2,300 firearms, over 23,000 kg of narcotics so far this year
Police seize more than 2,300 firearms, over 23,000 kg of narcotics so far this year
Sri Lanka Police have seized a total of 2,341 firearms during special search and raid operations conducted island-wide since 01 January 2025. MORE..
Reckless driver defying police orders crashes vehicle in Jaffna
Reckless driver defying police orders crashes vehicle in Jaffna
The driver of a car that failed to comply with police orders was involved in an accident while being pursued by police near the Mooththanainaar Kovil in Jaffna. MORE..
| December 25, 2025 2:38 pm
Excessive commercialization has overshadowed core values associated with Christmas – Cardinal
Excessive commercialization has overshadowed core values associated with Christmas – Cardinal
The commercial economy has gradually transformed Christmas into yet another occasion focused on financial gain, rather than its true spiritual meaning, the Archbishop of Colombo His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith has stated. MORE..
Sri Lanka Aviation Unit rescues two injured UN personnel in CASEVAC mission
Sri Lanka Aviation Unit rescues two injured UN personnel in CASEVAC mission
The Sri Lanka Aviation Unit operating under the United Nations (UN) mandate in the Central African Republic (CAR) has successfully carried out a critical Casualty Evacuation (CASEVAC) mission on 15 December 2025, under extremely hostile and volatile conditions. MORE..
National Safety Day observance at Peraliya Tsunami Memorial tomorrow
National Safety Day observance at Peraliya Tsunami Memorial tomorrow
The main national commemoration of National Safety Day is scheduled to be held tomorrow (26) from 8.30 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. at the Peraliya Tsunami Memorial in Galle. MORE..
Health Minister chairs discussion on expanding drug quality testing mechanism
Health Minister chairs discussion on expanding drug quality testing mechanism
A special discussion was held under the patronage of the Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, focusing on expanding and strengthening the process of maintaining drug quality standards. MORE..