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Fine imposed on popular supermarket for selling rice above controlled price
Fine imposed on popular supermarket for selling rice above controlled price
The management of a well-known supermarket in the Ratnapura town has admitted to selling locally produced Samba Red Raw Rice at prices higher than the government-controlled price. MORE..
Central Bank decides to keep policy rate unchanged
Central Bank decides to keep policy rate unchanged
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 7.75%, following its latest Monetary Policy Board meeting held yesterday (25). MORE..
Proposal presented to halt night-time train operations in areas where wild elephants roam
Proposal presented to halt night-time train operations in areas where wild elephants roam
A proposal has been submitted to authorities to operate night mail trains during the daytime in areas where wild elephants roam frequently, the Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Association (SLRSMU) has stated. MORE..
UN begins process to elect next Secretary-General
UN begins process to elect next Secretary-General
The search for the next Secretary-General of the United Nations launched Tuesday, as member states were invited to send nominations to replace Antonio Guterres for the term starting in 2027. MORE..
Sri Lanka seeking to enhance country’s international reputation by co-hosting T20 World Cup
Sri Lanka seeking to enhance country’s international reputation by co-hosting T20 World Cup
Co-hosting the 2026 Twenty20 World Cup is expected to yield numerous advantages, such as enhancing the country’s international reputation and increasing the arrival of foreign tourists, the President’s Media Division stated. MORE..
Ports Authority to provide Rs. 5 billion to the Treasury
Ports Authority to provide Rs. 5 billion to the Treasury
The Sri Lanka Ports Authority is expected to provide Rs. 5 billion of its profit to the Consolidated Fund. MORE..
UN chief calls for end to unlawful occupation of Palestinian territory
UN chief calls for end to unlawful occupation of Palestinian territory
Statehood for the Palestinians is a right, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Tuesday, while reiterating the call for an end to the unlawful occupation of the Palestinian territory. MORE..
Budget 2026: Ministries of Industry, Science and Technology and Digital Economy allocations to be debated today
Budget 2026: Ministries of Industry, Science and Technology and Digital Economy allocations to be debated today
The expenditure heads of the Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Ministry of Science and Technology and Ministry of Digital Economy are scheduled to be debated in Parliament today (26). MORE..
Very heavy showers above 150 mm likely in some areas today
Very heavy showers above 150 mm likely in some areas today
The low-pressure area over the southwest Bay of Bengal was located south of Sri Lanka at around last midnight (November 25).
Jakarta bans cat and dog meat to curb rabies risk
Jakarta bans cat and dog meat to curb rabies risk
Indonesia’s capital Jakarta has banned the sale and consumption of dog, cat and bat meat to curb the spread of rabies, the city’s governor said on Tuesday (Nov 25), marking a major victory for animal-rights advocates. MORE..
Indian Army Chief to arrive in Sri Lanka next week
Indian Army Chief to arrive in Sri Lanka next week
Chief of the Army Staff of India General Upendra Dwivedi is scheduled to embark on a two-day visit to Sri Lanka from December 1–2, marking a significant milestone in India–Sri Lanka defence cooperation. MORE..
Financial allocation alone is insufficient to improve quality of education: PM Harini
Financial allocation alone is insufficient to improve quality of education: PM Harini
The highest amount allocated for education in history has been made in the 2026 budget, enabling the present government to formulate educational policies, plans and establish institutional structures for the sector, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated. MORE..
2026 T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka grouped with Australia, Ireland, Zimbabwe and Oman
2026 T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka grouped with Australia, Ireland, Zimbabwe and Oman
The 10th edition of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup will start on February 7, 2026, with a total of six sides in action on the opening day, including the title-holders India. MORE..
About 150 firefighters tackling west London warehouse blaze
About 150 firefighters tackling west London warehouse blaze
A major incident has been declared as fireworks and gas cylinders are believed to be inside a warehouse on fire in west London. MORE..
Over 700 families in 12 districts affected by adverse weather
Over 700 families in 12 districts affected by adverse weather
A total of 2,617 individuals from 737 families in 12 districts have been affected by prevailing adverse weather conditions in the country. MORE..
President directs to formulate new laws for swift disposal of seized drugs
President directs to formulate new laws for swift disposal of seized drugs
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized that it is essential to focus equally on both the confiscation of illegal drugs and the rehabilitation of individuals who have developed an addiction to them. MORE..
Ukraine ‘agrees to Donald Trump-brokered peace plan’, US media reports
Ukraine ‘agrees to Donald Trump-brokered peace plan’, US media reports
Ukraine has agreed to the peace proposal brokered by the Trump administration, with some minor details still to be worked out, according to US media. MORE..
Energy Minister visits proposed wind power project site in Kilinochchi
Energy Minister visits proposed wind power project site in Kilinochchi
Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody today conducted an on-site inspection and fact-finding tour of the land designated for the proposed wind power project in the Kiranchi-Veravil area of the Kilinochchi district. MORE..
UK minister flags visa ‘abuse’ as student asylum claims surge
UK minister flags visa ‘abuse’ as student asylum claims surge
UK’s Indo-Pacific Minister Seema Malhotra has defended her government’s immigration proposals during a visit to India, while expressing concern about a rise in foreign students seeking asylum at the end of their studies. MORE..
Govt plans to limit rice imports and increase paddy production – Minister
Govt plans to limit rice imports and increase paddy production – Minister
A discussion aimed at formulating a structured plan to resolve the issues faced by paddy farmers was held today (25) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
Two arrested over Modara Devalaya committee chairman’s murder
Two arrested over Modara Devalaya committee chairman’s murder
Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the murder of the Chairman of the Ambalangoda Modara Devalaya Committee. MORE..
Terror suspect in Easter Sunday bombings seeking asylum in UK – report
Terror suspect in Easter Sunday bombings seeking asylum in UK – report
A Islamist terror suspect questioned over the 2019 bombings in Sri Lanka is reportedly seeking asylum in the UK, according to British media reports. MORE..
Five arrested over removal of signboards at archaeological sites in Batticaloa released on bail
Five arrested over removal of signboards at archaeological sites in Batticaloa released on bail
A total of five individuals who were arrested in connection with the removal of signboards at archaeological sites in Batticaloa District have been released on bail. MORE..
Woman arrested in Moratuwa for illegally acquiring assets remanded
Woman arrested in Moratuwa for illegally acquiring assets remanded
A woman, who was arrested on charges of purchasing property using money obtained through drug trafficking has been remanded. MORE..
Former Chairman of SLBFE Mohammed Hilmi remanded
Former Chairman of SLBFE Mohammed Hilmi remanded
The former Chairman of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE), Mohammed Hilmi, who was arrested by the Bribery Commission, has been remanded until December 09, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..