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Four spill gates of Rajanganaya Reservoir opened
Four spill gates of Rajanganaya Reservoir opened
Steps have been taken to open four spill gates of the Rajanganaya Reservoir, the Department of Irrigation has announced. MORE..
Police officer arrested for soliciting bribe of Rs. 10,000
Police officer arrested for soliciting bribe of Rs. 10,000
A police officer attached to the Nilaveli Police Station has been arrested for accepting a bribe of Rs. 10,000. MORE..
Police receive several complaints regarding circulation of counterfeit currency notes
Police receive several complaints regarding circulation of counterfeit currency notes
Police say complaints have been reported to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) regarding the circulation of counterfeit currency notes during the festive season. MORE..
Sri Lanka leads winter travel surge among Indians
Sri Lanka leads winter travel surge among Indians
Indian travellers are changing their winter holiday choices, with Sri Lanka emerging as the fastest-growing destination this season, according to a report by Atlys. MORE..
Case against Shasheendra Rajapaksa to be taken up in March 2026
Case against Shasheendra Rajapaksa to be taken up in March 2026
The bribery case filed against former State Minister Shasheendra Rajapaksa, who is currently out on bail after being produced before court, will be taken up again on March 13, 2026, Ada Derana reporter said. MORE..
BBC says will fight Trump’s US$10 billion defamation lawsuit
BBC says will fight Trump’s US$10 billion defamation lawsuit
The BBC said on Tuesday (Dec 16) it would fight a US$10 billion lawsuit brought by United States President Donald Trump against the British broadcaster over a documentary that edited his 2021 speech ahead of the US Capitol riot. MORE..
Draft National Electricity Policy presented to Energy Minister
Draft National Electricity Policy presented to Energy Minister
The draft National Electricity Policy has been presented to Minister of Energy, Engineer Kumara Jayakody. MORE..
Another aid shipment from India arrives
Another aid shipment from India arrives
Another shipment of dry rations has been brought from India to provide relief to people affected by the cyclone “Ditwah”. MORE..
Japan to give $2.5 million in emergency aid to Sri Lanka
Japan to give $2.5 million in emergency aid to Sri Lanka
The Japanese government decided to extend an emergency grant of $2.5 million to cyclone-hit Sri Lanka, Foreign Minister Toshimitsu Motegi said Tuesday. MORE..
New National Cricket Selection Committee appointed
New National Cricket Selection Committee appointed
Pramodya Wickramasinghe has been appointed as the Chairman of the National Cricket Selection Committee, the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports stated. MORE..
Court imposes fine on trader who sold Keeri Samba rice at inflated prices
Court imposes fine on trader who sold Keeri Samba rice at inflated prices
Legal action has been taken against the owner of a retail outlet for selling Keeri Samba rice at inflated prices and for issuing invoices under a false name as “Lanka Basmati.” MORE..
Budget of NPP-led Balapitiya Pradeshiya Sabha defeated
Budget of NPP-led Balapitiya Pradeshiya Sabha defeated
The inaugural budget of the Balapitiya Pradeshiya Sabha, where the National People’s Power (NPP) holds power, has been defeated. MORE..
Landslide warnings issued for several districts extended; Red alerts lifted
Landslide warnings issued for several districts extended; Red alerts lifted
Early landslide warnings issued for several districts have been extended, after considering the current ground conditions and recent rainfall received in parts of the island. MORE..
Bondi gunman’s Indian family had no knowledge of his radicalisation, Indian police say
Bondi gunman’s Indian family had no knowledge of his radicalisation, Indian police say
Indian police said on Tuesday that the dead gunman in Australia’s Bondi beach shooting incident, Sajid Akram, was originally from the southern Indian city of Hyderabad but had limited contact with his family in India. MORE..
Sri Lanka has entered second phase of post-disaster recovery – PM Harini
Sri Lanka has entered second phase of post-disaster recovery – PM Harini
The newly appointed High Commissioner of Canada to Sri Lanka, Isabelle Catherine Martin, has conveyed Canada’s condolences over the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah and reaffirmed Canada’s readiness to extend further support to Sri Lanka during the recovery process. MORE..
People living in low-lying areas of Kaudulla Reservoir urged to remain vigilant
People living in low-lying areas of Kaudulla Reservoir urged to remain vigilant
The Department of Irrigation has announced that it expects to open the spill gates of the Kaudulla Reservoir shortly. MORE..
Rs. 25,000 relief allowance already disbursed to 50% of affected people – Minister
Rs. 25,000 relief allowance already disbursed to 50% of affected people – Minister
The Rs. 25,000 relief allowance has been already disbursed to more than 50% of the people who were affected by recent floods and landslides, Cabinet Spokesperson and Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated. MORE..
RDA incurs Rs. 75 billion loss due to roads and bridges destroyed by disaster
RDA incurs Rs. 75 billion loss due to roads and bridges destroyed by disaster
Officials of the Ministry of Transport and Highways and Urban Development stated that, due to the destruction of roads and bridges caused by the disaster situation that occurred across the island, it has been preliminarily estimated that the Road Development Authority has incurred a loss of approximately Rs. 75 billion. MORE..
Advisory issued for heavy rain for several provinces
Advisory issued for heavy rain for several provinces
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for heavy rain in the Eastern, Central, Uva Provinces and Polonnaruwa District. MORE..
25 Sri Lankans rescued from cybercrime centers in Myanmar repatriated
25 Sri Lankans rescued from cybercrime centers in Myanmar repatriated
The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Bangkok, in close collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Myanmar, has successfully facilitated the rescue and repatriation of 25 Sri Lankan nationals who had been trafficked in cybercrime centers in Myawaddy, Myanmar. MORE..
Dayasiri directs letter to SLFP General Secretary claiming party constitution has been violated
Dayasiri directs letter to SLFP General Secretary claiming party constitution has been violated
Convening the Executive Committee and the All-Island Working Committee of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) constitutes a violation of the party’s constitution, according to Parliamentarian Dayasiri Jayasekara. MORE..
Parliament likely to meet on Dec. 18 and 19 - Cabinet Spokesman
Parliament likely to meet on Dec. 18 and 19 - Cabinet Spokesman
The government is hoping to hold Parliamentary sittings on Thursday (18) and Friday (19), Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa noted. MORE..
Probe underway on police conduct in accident involving MP Asoka Ranwala
Probe underway on police conduct in accident involving MP Asoka Ranwala
An investigation is currently underway on the orders of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to determine whether there was any dereliction of duty by police officers in connection with the road accident involving National People’s Power (NPP) Gampaha District Member of Parliament Asoka Ranwala,...MORE..
Paddy Marketing Board to release rice stocks through Sathosa and cooperative network
Paddy Marketing Board to release rice stocks through Sathosa and cooperative network
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to process paddy stocks purchased by the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB) and release the rice to the market. MORE..
Cabinet approves expansion of storage facilities for Medical Supply Division
Cabinet approves expansion of storage facilities for Medical Supply Division
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to the proposal to enhance storage facilities for the Medical Supply Division under the Ministry of Health and Mass Media. MORE..