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Gazette issued revising expressway user fees in Sri Lanka
Gazette issued revising expressway user fees in Sri Lanka
The Government has issued new regulations amending the National Thoroughfares (User Fee) Regulation No. 1 of 2021 under the provisions of the National Thoroughfares Act, No. 40 of 2008, as published in a recent Gazette Extraordinary. MORE..
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 52 medium-sized reservoirs across the country are currently spilling due to prevailing weather conditions in Sri Lanka. MORE..
‘Udarata Menike’ runs first train in 23 days as Badulla–Ambewela line reopens
‘Udarata Menike’ runs first train in 23 days as Badulla–Ambewela line reopens
Train services on the Badulla–Ambewela section of the Upcountry Railway Line officially resumed this morning (20), following extensive repairs to damage caused by Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..
Eight elephants killed as Rajdhani Express collides with herd in India’s Assam
Eight elephants killed as Rajdhani Express collides with herd in India’s Assam
At least eight elephants were killed and one calf injured after a herd collided with the Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express in Assam’s Hojai on Saturday morning, leading to disruption of rail services. MORE..
World Bank approves US$ 50M project to support Sri Lanka’s digital transformation
World Bank approves US$ 50M project to support Sri Lanka’s digital transformation
The World Bank Board of Executive Directors has approved a US$50 million project to support Sri Lanka’s digital transformation. MORE..
Suspect arrested with heroin worth over Rs. 6 mln in Panadura
Suspect arrested with heroin worth over Rs. 6 mln in Panadura
The Panadura South Police Division has arrested an individual in possession of a stock of heroin valued at over Rs. 6 million. MORE..
US carries out large-scale retaliatory strikes against ISIS in Syria
US carries out large-scale retaliatory strikes against ISIS in Syria
The U.S. military launched large-scale strikes against dozens of Islamic State targets in Syria on Friday in retaliation for an attack on U.S. personnel, U.S. officials said. MORE..
Eight-hour water cut in Colombo and suburbs today
Eight-hour water cut in Colombo and suburbs today
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced an eight-hour water supply interruption affecting several areas in Colombo and its suburbs today (20) . 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 Eastern, Uva, and Central Provinces and in the Polonnaruwa and Hambantota Districts. MORE..
IMF Executive Board approves US$206M in emergency financial support for Sri Lanka
IMF Executive Board approves US$206M in emergency financial support for Sri Lanka
The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved a disbursement of SDR150.5 million (about US$206 million, equivalent to 26 percent of quota) for Sri Lanka under the Rapid Financing Instrument (RFI). MORE..
2 dead, 6 injured after man stabs people, throws smoke grenade at Taiwan metro station
2 dead, 6 injured after man stabs people, throws smoke grenade at Taiwan metro station
Two people were killed and six others injured after a man carried out a stabbing attack and threw a smoke grenade at a metro station in Taiwan on Friday, local media reported. MORE..
No traces of alcohol in samples obtained from MP Asoka Ranwala - Police
No traces of alcohol in samples obtained from MP Asoka Ranwala - Police
The Police Spokesman has stated that no traces of alcohol were detected in the blood and urine samples obtained from former Speaker and National People’s Power (NPP) Parliamentarian Asoka Ranwala. MORE..
Flood warning extended for low-lying areas of Mahaweli River Basin
Flood warning extended for low-lying areas of Mahaweli River Basin
The Department of Irrigation has announced that the flood warning issued for several low-lying areas along the Mahaweli River Basin has been extended for a further 24 hours. MORE..
Detention order issued on Sampath Manamperi extended
Detention order issued on Sampath Manamperi extended
Sampath Manamperi, who is currently in the custody of the Police Western Province North Crimes Division over allegations of concealing two containers of raw materials allegedly used in the production of the drug “Ice” (crystal methamphetamine) and possession of weapons, was produced before the Walasmulla Magistrate’s Court today (19). MORE..
Rs. 500 billion Supplementary Estimate approved in Parliament
Rs. 500 billion Supplementary Estimate approved in Parliament
The Supplementary Estimate of Rs. 500 billion to restore the livelihoods of those affected by the sudden disaster situation and to rebuild destroyed infrastructure, presented to Parliament yesterday for the approval of Parliament, was approved in Parliament today (19). MORE..
Rs. 50,000 allowance for 3 months for over 17,000 homes impacted by disaster: President
Rs. 50,000 allowance for 3 months for over 17,000 homes impacted by disaster: President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says that families of a 17,648 homes identified as completely destroyed, partially damaged or designated as unsafe by the NBRO after the recent disaster, will be provided with a monthly allowance of Rs. 50,000 for three months. MORE..
| December 19, 2025 6:11 pm
Showers expected in several provinces tomorrow
Showers expected in several provinces tomorrow
Several spells of showers will occur in the Eastern, Uva and Central provinces and in Polonnaruwa and Hambantota districts tomorrow (20), according to the Department of Meteorology. MORE..
Not possible to abolish executive presidential system without introducing new constitution - PM
Not possible to abolish executive presidential system without introducing new constitution - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that steps are being taken to abolish the Executive Presidency and establish a parliamentary system of government, including the appointment of a President without executive powers. MORE..
Somawathiya-Sungavila road to remain closed for vehicles
Somawathiya-Sungavila road to remain closed for vehicles
Vehicular movement along the Somawathiya - Sungavila main road has been further suspended after the roadway leading to the historic Somawathiya Chaitya was inundated by rising floodwater. MORE..
President to attend parliamentary debate on supplementary estimate
President to attend parliamentary debate on supplementary estimate
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to attend parliament today (19) and deliver a special statement, according to the President’s Media Division. MORE..
Earthquake jolts northern Afghanistan
Earthquake jolts northern Afghanistan
A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck parts of Afghanistan early on Friday, including the capital Kabul, according to the US Geological Survey. MORE..
‘Unofficial Magistrate’: BASL condemns Kaduwela Mayor’s claim
‘Unofficial Magistrate’: BASL condemns Kaduwela Mayor’s claim
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) today expressed its deep concern regarding the treatment of an Attorney-at-Law who “faced obstruction and hindrance” while representing an Animal Welfare Association at an inquiry conducted by the Mayor of the Kaduwela Municipal Council, Ranjan Jayalal Perera. MORE..
CoPF approves supplementary estimate of Rs. 500 billion
CoPF approves supplementary estimate of Rs. 500 billion
The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) has approved a supplementary estimate of Rs. 500 billion to restore the livelihoods of those affected by the sudden disaster, the Department of Communication of Parliament said in a statement. MORE..
Over 29,000 businesses affected by Cyclone Ditwah – Industry Ministry
Over 29,000 businesses affected by Cyclone Ditwah – Industry Ministry
The Ministry of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development has revealed that 29,649 places of business including registered export manufacturing factories across Sri Lanka have been affected by Cyclone Ditwah. MORE..
Train services to resume between Badulla and Ambewela from tomorrow
Train services to resume between Badulla and Ambewela from tomorrow
The Department of Railways has decided to operate train services between Badulla and Ambewela along the Upcountry Railway Line from tomorrow (20). MORE..