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School treasurer remanded over sexual abuse of special needs children
School treasurer remanded over sexual abuse of special needs children
Despite children with special needs deserving special care and protection, incidents of harassment against them continue to be reported across the country. MORE..
Trump administration proposes selling nearly $6 billion in weapons to Israel
Trump administration proposes selling nearly $6 billion in weapons to Israel
The Trump administration has told Congress it plans to sell nearly $6 billion in weapons to Israel, a fresh surge of support for the U.S. ally as it faces increasing isolation over its war in Gaza. MORE..
Rise in cases of online sexual abuse in Sri Lanka – Police
Rise in cases of online sexual abuse in Sri Lanka – Police
Sri Lanka Police have reported that a total of 28 children and 118 women have fallen victim to online sexual abuse and exploitation so far in 2025. MORE..
Former President Ranil to join UNP’s 79th anniversary celebration
Former President Ranil to join UNP’s 79th anniversary celebration
The 79th anniversary of the United National Party (UNP) will be celebrated today (20). MORE..
Winners of 10th Derana Film Awards 2025
Winners of 10th Derana Film Awards 2025
The 10th edition of Derana-Lux Film Awards got underway at the Nelum Pokuna Theatre in Colombo last night (Sept. 19) with the country’s top artistes adding glitz and glamour to the enchanting night. MORE..
Former TNA MP Thanmanpillai Kanagasabai passes away
Former TNA MP Thanmanpillai Kanagasabai passes away
Former Tamil National Alliance (TNA) Member of Parliament for the Batticaloa District, Thanmanpillai Kanagasabai, passed away yesterday (19) at the age of 86. MORE..
“I’ll fulfill my father’s wish and give 100% in Asia Cup” – Dunith Wellalage
“I’ll fulfill my father’s wish and give 100% in Asia Cup” – Dunith Wellalage
Sri Lankan all-rounder Dunith Wellalage has said that his father’s only wish was for him to become a good cricketer and represent the country, and he is determined to fulfill that dream. MORE..
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Russian jets enter Estonia’s airspace in latest test for NATO
Russian jets enter Estonia’s airspace in latest test for NATO
Three Russian military jets violated NATO member Estonia’s airspace for 12 minutes on Friday in an “unprecedentedly brazen” incursion, its government said, the latest in a series of recent military actions by Russia that have rattled the alliance. MORE..
Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island
Several spells of showers expected in parts of the island
Several spells of showers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Northern, and North-western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy, and Nuwara-Eliya districts, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Trump and Xi make progress on TikTok deal, plan to meet in South Korea
Trump and Xi make progress on TikTok deal, plan to meet in South Korea
U.S. President Donald Trump said he and Chinese President Xi Jinping made progress on a TikTok agreement and pledged to meet face-to-face in just over a month in South Korea. MORE..
Drone stroke on Sudan mosque kills 78, medic tells BBC
Drone stroke on Sudan mosque kills 78, medic tells BBC
More than 70 people have been killed following a drone strike on a mosque in Sudan’s Darfur region, a senior medical source has told the BBC. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s third nano-satellite successfully deployed into orbit
Sri Lanka’s third nano-satellite successfully deployed into orbit
Sri Lanka’s third nano-satellite, collaboratively developed by the Kyushu Institute of Technology (Kyutech), Japan, and the Arthur C. Clarke Institute for Modern Technologies (ACCIMT), Sri Lanka, has been deployed into orbit at 2.20 p.m. today (19). MORE..
Dunith Wellalage to rejoin Sri Lanka squad ahead of Super 4 clash tomorrow
Dunith Wellalage to rejoin Sri Lanka squad ahead of Super 4 clash tomorrow
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced that all-rounder Dunith Wellalage will rejoin the squad in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) tomorrow (20), after attending the funeral of his late father. MORE..
“Through digitalisation, we can progress with developed nations” – President
“Through digitalisation, we can progress with developed nations” – President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that in order to advance the country economically, it is essential to ensure efficiency and transparency across all sectors. He further noted that the current government’s digitalisation programme is designed to elevate Sri Lanka not only economically but also socially. MORE..
Govt Analyst report confirms samples from Middeniya contained chemicals used in making ‘Ice’
Govt Analyst report confirms samples from Middeniya contained chemicals used in making ‘Ice’
The Government Analyst’s Department has informed Sri Lanka Police that the samples obtained from Middeniya have been confirmed to contain chemicals used in the production of Crystal Methamphetamine, also known as ‘Ice’, sources told Ada Derana. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s foreign currency ratings raised to ‘CCC+/C’
Sri Lanka’s foreign currency ratings raised to ‘CCC+/C’
S&P Global Ratings on Friday raised its long- and short-term foreign currency sovereign credit ratings on Sri Lanka to ‘CCC+/C’ from ‘SD/SD’ (selective default). MORE..
2025 O/L exam applications open online till Oct. 9
2025 O/L exam applications open online till Oct. 9
The Ministry of Education (MOE) has issued a special announcement stating that applications for the 2025 (2026) G.C.E. Ordinary Level (O/L) Examination will be called online from 18 September to 09 October 2025. MORE..
ASPI closes at new all-time high
ASPI closes at new all-time high
The All Share Price Index (ASPI) of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) closed at a new all-time high after making significant gains today. MORE..
Police submit investigation report on ‘Kehelbaddara Padme’ to court
Police submit investigation report on ‘Kehelbaddara Padme’ to court
The police submitted an investigation report today (19) to the Colombo Magistrate’s Court, regarding notorious organised criminal Mandinu Padmasiri Perera, alias ‘Kehelbaddara Padme’, who was recently arrested in Indonesia, brought back to Sri Lanka, and is currently in the custody of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). MORE..
Petition seeking protection for ‘Panadura Nilanga’ fixed for consideration
Petition seeking protection for ‘Panadura Nilanga’ fixed for consideration
The Court of Appeal has ordered that a writ petition filed seeking directives to ensure the safety of alleged underworld figure Nilanga Sampath Silva, alias ‘Panadura Nilanga’, be taken up for consideration on September 26. MORE..
SLAF intelligence officer arrested over Rs. 20M gold smuggling attempt at BIA
SLAF intelligence officer arrested over Rs. 20M gold smuggling attempt at BIA
In a major enforcement success, the Narcotics Control Unit of Sri Lanka Customs apprehended an intelligence officer of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), for allegedly attempting to smuggle gold worth Rs. 20 million into the country. MORE..
Appeals Court orders Jaffna MC to take measures against air pollution
Appeals Court orders Jaffna MC to take measures against air pollution
The Court of Appeal today ordered the Jaffna Municipal Council to take all necessary steps to reduce air pollution in the Jaffna area. MORE..
Lands in Northern Province will not be released for political gains – Minister Bimal
Lands in Northern Province will not be released for political gains – Minister Bimal
Minister Bimal Ratnayake stated that lands in the Northern Province acquired by the government for security purposes will not be released with the aim of gaining political advantages. MORE..
Gunman and two suspects arrested in murder of Dan Priyasad
Gunman and two suspects arrested in murder of Dan Priyasad
The alleged shooter in the murder of political activist Dan Priyasad was arrested last night, along with two others—including a woman—in Ranwala town, Kegalle, the police confirmed. MORE..
Reorganization of SLFP commences in Badulla District
Reorganization of SLFP commences in Badulla District
The reorganization of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) has been commenced in the Badulla District today (19) under the patronage of Badulla District Member of Parliament Chamara Sampath Dassanayake. MORE..