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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..
Hikkaduwa UC budget defeated for the third time
Hikkaduwa UC budget defeated for the third time
The budget of the Hikkaduwa Urban Council, which is under the control of the National People’s Power (NPP), has been defeated for the third time. MORE..
Christmas is a time to reflect on teaching of Jesus on love and forgiveness –Dilith
Christmas is a time to reflect on teaching of Jesus on love and forgiveness –Dilith
The noble qualities revealed by Jesus Christ should guide both our personal lives and our collective national life which have contributed to the progress of human society, the leader of the Sarvajana Balaya, Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera stated in his Christmas Day message. MORE..
Public urged to help those affected by recent calamities during festive period
Public urged to help those affected by recent calamities during festive period
It is appropriate to celebrate this year’s Christmas differently than usual, by helping those affected by recent calamities, said Prelates of the Malwathu and Asgiri chapters. MORE..
| December 25, 2025 11:44 am
King Charles III picks Westminster Abbey as the site of his Christmas Day broadcast
King Charles III picks Westminster Abbey as the site of his Christmas Day broadcast
King Charles III has chosen Westminster Abbey as the site of his Christmas Day speech on Thursday, reflecting the idea of pilgrimage that is expected to be a theme of the annual address to the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth. MORE..
14 people hospitalized after bus overturns in Serunuwara
14 people hospitalized after bus overturns in Serunuwara
A total of 14 individuals have sustained injuries after a bus veered off the road and overturned in Serunuwara this morning (25), police stated. MORE..
| December 25, 2025 11:21 am
Nearly 30,000 individuals subjected to inspection during police operation
Nearly 30,000 individuals subjected to inspection during police operation
A total of 597 individuals have been arrested on suspicion of being involved in criminal activities and also over illicit liquor and drug-related offenses during a special island-wide operation conducted yesterday (24). MORE..
Special access to visit inmates on Christmas Day – Prison Commissioner
Special access to visit inmates on Christmas Day – Prison Commissioner
Inmates in all prisons across the island have been granted a special opportunity to meet visitors today (25) in view of Christmas Day, prison authorities said. MORE..
17 feared dead after bus catches fire in India’s Karnataka
17 feared dead after bus catches fire in India’s Karnataka
A horrific road accident on National Highway-48 in Chitradurga in India’s Karnataka has left at least 17 people feared dead after a private sleeper coach bus caught fire following a collision with a lorry. MORE..
T-56 assault rifle and ammunition found in Grandpass
T-56 assault rifle and ammunition found in Grandpass
A T-56 assault rifle and 27 rounds of ammunition have been found on a plot of land in 60-Watta, Grandpass, police stated. MORE..
Police obtain detention orders to question suspects arrested in southern seas with large haul of narcotics
Police obtain detention orders to question suspects arrested in southern seas with large haul of narcotics
The Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) has taken steps to obtain seven-day detention orders for the suspects arrested in connection with a stock of narcotics discovered on a multi-day fishing vessel by a group of Sri Lanka Navy officers off the southern coast. MORE..