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Japan prepares to restart world’s biggest nuclear plant, 15 years after Fukushima

Japan prepares to restart world’s biggest nuclear plant, 15 years after Fukushima

The Japanese region of Niigata is expected to endorse a decision to restart the world’s largest nuclear power plant on Monday (Dec 22), a watershed moment in the country’s pivot back to nuclear since the 2011 Fukushima disaster. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  7:54 am
South East Asian bloc to seek end to Thailand-Cambodia fighting

South East Asian bloc to seek end to Thailand-Cambodia fighting

South East Asia’s top diplomats are set to meet Monday in Malaysia to end deadly border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia that have killed at least 41 people and displaced close to one million others. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  10:38 am
Blood sample of police officer allegedly assaulted by MP to be sent to Government Analyst – Police

Blood sample of police officer allegedly assaulted by MP to be sent to Government Analyst – Police

A blood sample obtained from the police officer allegedly assaulted by a group including Ratnapura District National People’s Power (NPP) Member of Parliament Shantha Pathma Kumara Subasingha is to be sent to the Government Analyst’s Department, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  7:16 am
Sri Lanka’s total exports in 2025 surpass US$ 15.5 billion

Sri Lanka’s total exports in 2025 surpass US$ 15.5 billion

The total exports reached US$ 15,776.36 million during the first 11 months of 2025, according to latest Sri Lanka Customs data. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  2:49 pm
Motorcycle used by gunman in Ambalangoda shooting found

Motorcycle used by gunman in Ambalangoda shooting found

The motorcycle which was used by the gunman in the shooting incident reported in Ambalangoda this morning has been found, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  10:59 am
Former Beliatta PS Chairman Cyril Munasinghe granted bail

Former Beliatta PS Chairman Cyril Munasinghe granted bail

Former Chairman of the Beliatta Pradeshiya Sabha, Cyril Munasinghe who was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) on suspicion of unlawfully acquiring assets and property worth over Rs. 36 million and subsequently remanded, has been granted bail. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  2:15 pm
Oil price gains after US interception of Venezuelan oil tanker over weekend

Oil price gains after US interception of Venezuelan oil tanker over weekend

Oil prices gained on Monday in early Asian trading hours after the U.S. intercepted a Venezuelan oil tanker over the weekend. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  5:46 am
Indian foreign minister Jaishankar arrives in Sri Lanka

Indian foreign minister Jaishankar arrives in Sri Lanka

The Minister of External Affairs of India, Dr. S. Jaishankar has arrived in Sri Lanka this evening (22) on an official state visit. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  6:09 pm
Ellison offers $40.4 billion guarantee to beef up Paramount’s Warner Bros bid

Ellison offers $40.4 billion guarantee to beef up Paramount’s Warner Bros bid

Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison has stepped in to personally guarantee $40.4 billion in Paramount Skydance’s latest effort to pry Warner Bros Discovery away from selling its prized Hollywood assets to streaming giant Netflix. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  9:06 pm
Bondi gunmen threw explosives at start of attack and practised shooting weeks before, police allege

Bondi gunmen threw explosives at start of attack and practised shooting weeks before, police allege

The gunmen who allegedly carried out a deadly attack on a Jewish festival at Bondi Beach last week threw four undetonated explosives at the start of the attack, including a “tennis ball bomb”, according to newly released documents. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  12:45 pm
Retired Government Analyst’s Department officer remanded on corruption charges granted bail

Retired Government Analyst’s Department officer remanded on corruption charges granted bail

Retired Additional Government Analyst HLW Jayamanna, who was arrested and remanded in connection with a corruption allegation, along with a Deputy Chairman of a private insurance company have been granted bail. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  3:32 pm
Govt managing the economy in a way that delivers tangible benefits to all Sri Lankans: PM Harini

Govt managing the economy in a way that delivers tangible benefits to all Sri Lankans: PM Harini

The present government’s policy is not to provide luxury to a limited number of people, but to manage the economy in a way that delivers tangible benefits to the public, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  5:45 am
Train operations to fully resume on Northern Railway Line from Wednesday

Train operations to fully resume on Northern Railway Line from Wednesday

The Northern Railway Line will be fully reopened for train operations from Wednesday (24), The Department of Railways has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  4:12 pm
Minister pledges new housing complexes for families affected by disaster

Minister pledges new housing complexes for families affected by disaster

Plans are underway to establish housing complexes for those who lost their homes due to the impact of cyclone Ditwah, the Minister of Housing, Construction and Water Supply, Susil Ranasinghe has stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  12:17 pm
One person killed in shooting in Ambalangoda

One person killed in shooting in Ambalangoda

An individual has been shot and killed in Ambalangoda this morning (22), police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  8:25 am
Spill gates of several reservoirs remain opened but no risk of flooding - Irrigation Dept.

Spill gates of several reservoirs remain opened but no risk of flooding - Irrigation Dept.

The Department of Irrigation states that although the water level of the Manampitiya River, a tributary of the Mahaweli River, remains high, there is no indication that it will rise to a flood situation. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  7:17 am
Teacher unions threaten to engage in trade union action over change in school hours

Teacher unions threaten to engage in trade union action over change in school hours

Teacher trade unions have threatened to engage in trade union action if a proper response regarding the decision to extend school hours is not provided before January 5, 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  4:03 pm
Sri Lanka’s inflation dips to 2.4% in November 2025

Sri Lanka’s inflation dips to 2.4% in November 2025

The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), has decreased to 2.4% in November 2025, compared to 2.7% in October 2025, according to the latest data released by the Department of Census and Statistics. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  3:24 pm
Level 3 landslide warnings issued to seven DS areas extended

Level 3 landslide warnings issued to seven DS areas extended

Level 3 ‘Red’ landslide warnings issued for seven Divisional Secretariat divisions in the Kandy and Nuwara Eliya districts have been extended by the National Building Research Organisation (NBRO). MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  12:08 pm
Gold and silver hit records as investors hunt for safety

Gold and silver hit records as investors hunt for safety

The gold price has hit another record high, trading above $4,400 (£3,275) an ounce for the first time. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  10:41 pm
Finance Ministry issues new circular on relief program to support those affected by recent disaster

Finance Ministry issues new circular on relief program to support those affected by recent disaster

The Ministry of Finance has issued a new circular detailing relief proposed for those affected by the recent landslides and floods caused by cyclone Ditwah. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  4:56 pm
Police officer arrested in connection with incident involving MP Shantha Padma Kumara

Police officer arrested in connection with incident involving MP Shantha Padma Kumara

The police constable involved in the assault incident with Ratnapura District National People’s Power (NPP) Member of Parliament Shantha Pathma Kumara Subasingha has been arrested, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  1:21 pm
Trump appoints envoy to Greenland, stirs backlash

Trump appoints envoy to Greenland, stirs backlash

US President Donald Trump named Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry on Sunday as his special envoy to Greenland, drawing renewed criticism from Denmark and Greenland over Washington’s interest in the mineral-rich Arctic island. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  8:42 pm
Body of male found in Attanagalu Oya

Body of male found in Attanagalu Oya

The body of a male has been found in the Attanagalu Oya. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  9:26 am
Two police officers transferred over viral Ella taxi driver video

Two police officers transferred over viral Ella taxi driver video

Police have launched an investigation into an altercation between taxi drivers from various parts of the country entering the Ella tourist zone and local taxi drivers, which was captured on video. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  4:29 pm
Duo arrested at BIA for attempting to smuggle gemstones to China

Duo arrested at BIA for attempting to smuggle gemstones to China

Two Sri Lankans who attempted to smuggle gemstones to China by concealing them in the rectum and inside their luggage have been arrested by Customs officers at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA). MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  8:57 am
Police officer arrested over incident involving MP Shantha Padma Kumara granted bail

Police officer arrested over incident involving MP Shantha Padma Kumara granted bail

The Police Constable arrested in connection with the assault incident involving Ratnapura District National People’s Power (NPP) Member of Parliament Shantha Pathma Kumara Subasingha, has been granted bail. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  4:59 pm
NPP’s budget defeated at Colombo Municipal Council

NPP’s budget defeated at Colombo Municipal Council

The inaugural 2026 budget proposal of the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC), which is under the control of the ruling National People’s Power (NPP), has been defeated by a majority of three votes. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  10:02 pm
SLCERT advises caution in buying and selling online due to increase in scams

SLCERT advises caution in buying and selling online due to increase in scams

The Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team says that reports of financial fraud committed by various individuals claiming to sell goods online have increased. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  6:45 am
Air quality in several provinces considered ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’

Air quality in several provinces considered ‘unhealthy for sensitive groups’

The Air Quality Index (AQI) in the Northern, North Central, North Western and Western provinces currently ranges between 150 and 200, Dr. Ajith Gunawardena, the Media Spokesperson of the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  11:51 am
Trump removes 29 career diplomats from ambassadorial positions including US Ambassador in Colombo

Trump removes 29 career diplomats from ambassadorial positions including US Ambassador in Colombo

The Trump administration is recalling nearly 30 career diplomats from ambassadorial and other senior embassy posts including the US Ambassador in Colombo as it moves to reshape the U.S. diplomatic posture abroad with personnel deemed fully supportive of President Donald Trump’s “America First” priorities. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  6:20 am
Few showers expected in parts of the island today

Few showers expected in parts of the island today

A few showers can be expected in the Uva province and in the Ampara, Batticaloa, Matale, Nuwara-Eliya and Hambantota districts today (22), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  5:44 am
Another Bangladesh student leader shot as violence spirals ahead of polls

Another Bangladesh student leader shot as violence spirals ahead of polls

Another student leader in Bangladesh has been shot amid violence over the recent killing of Inqilab Manch spokesperson Usman Hadi. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  2:41 pm
Damage from Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka estimated at $4.1 billion – World Bank report

Damage from Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka estimated at $4.1 billion – World Bank report

Cyclone Ditwah, which struck Sri Lanka in late November, has caused an estimated US$4.1 billion in direct physical damage to buildings and contents, agriculture and critical infrastructure, according to a World Bank Group Global Rapid Post-Disaster Damage Estimation (GRADE) report released today. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  7:38 pm
One injured as gunmen open fire at three-wheeler in Kohuwala Junction

One injured as gunmen open fire at three-wheeler in Kohuwala Junction

Two unidentified gunmen have opened fire at a person in a three-wheeler at the Kohuwala Junction in Nugegoda this evening (22), police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  9:14 pm
Russian general killed in car bomb in Moscow

Russian general killed in car bomb in Moscow

A Russian general has been killed this morning after an explosive device detonated underneath his car in southern Moscow, investigators said. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 22, 2025  1:04 pm
NBRO conducts landslide risk assessment at 120 schools in Central Province

NBRO conducts landslide risk assessment at 120 schools in Central Province

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has conducted landslide risk assessment at 120 schools in the Central Province. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  12:15 pm
Nine people killed in mass shooting near Johannesburg, South Africa

Nine people killed in mass shooting near Johannesburg, South Africa

At least nine people were killed and 10 others wounded when unknown gunmen opened fire at a tavern in a township near Johannesburg early on Sunday, in the latest mass shooting to shock South Africa. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  12:58 pm
Family members plea for help to locate missing vessel with five fishermen onboard

Family members plea for help to locate missing vessel with five fishermen onboard

A multi-day fishing trawler has gone missing after setting out from the Mirissa fishing harbor in Matara. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  2:23 pm
Rail services between Anuradhapura and Kankesanthurai to recommence tomorrow

Rail services between Anuradhapura and Kankesanthurai to recommence tomorrow

Rail services along the Northern Railway Line between Kankesanthurai and Anuradhapura are scheduled to recommence tomorrow (22). MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  11:40 am
‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ ignites to $36.5 million on opening day

‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ ignites to $36.5 million on opening day

“Fire and Ash,” the third installment in Disney’s sci-fi saga, grossed $36.5 million from 3,800 North American theaters on Friday. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  8:20 am
Man arrested with large quantity of ICE in Karandeniya

Man arrested with large quantity of ICE in Karandeniya

An individual has been apprehended with a large quantity of crystal methamphetamine (‘Ice) in Karandeniya, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  1:23 pm
Special discussion held to minimize year-end container handling congestion

Special discussion held to minimize year-end container handling congestion

A discussion has been held with the aim of taking urgent measures to minimize congestion in container handling, export, import and transshipment operations, which typically increase during the year-end period. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  2:37 pm
Google and Apple warn visa workers against overseas travel amid US immigration crackdown

Google and Apple warn visa workers against overseas travel amid US immigration crackdown

Google and Apple advised US-based employees on work visas not to travel internationally after their outside counsel warned of delays of up to 12 months at US embassies and consulates worldwide amid the immigration crackdown, documents reviewed by Business Insider show. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  1:51 pm
Expectant mother arrested for packaging and selling illicit liquor to long-distance bus employees

Expectant mother arrested for packaging and selling illicit liquor to long-distance bus employees

An expectant mother allegedly involved in the packaging of illicit liquor and sales operation targeting long-distance bus service employees has been arrested by the Wennappuwa Police. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  1:48 pm
AustraliaPM announces intelligence review as country mourns Bondi attack

AustraliaPM announces intelligence review as country mourns Bondi attack

Australia’s Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced a review into the police and national intelligence agencies after last weekend’s Bondi Beach attack. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  12:37 pm
Over 500,000 displaced in Cambodia by Thai border clashes: Interior ministry

Over 500,000 displaced in Cambodia by Thai border clashes: Interior ministry

More than half a million people in Cambodia have been displaced from their homes by two weeks of deadly border clashes with neighbouring Thailand, Phnom Penh’s interior ministry said Sunday (Dec 21). MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  10:46 am
Police officer alleges assault by NPP MP Shantha Pathma Kumara following cannabis raid

Police officer alleges assault by NPP MP Shantha Pathma Kumara following cannabis raid

A police officer attached to the Sooriyakanda Police Station has alleged that he was assaulted by a group including Ratnapura District National People’s Power (NPP) Member of Parliament Shantha Pathma Kumara Subasingha while returning home after completing his duty. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  10:35 am
21-year-old arrested at BIA while attempting to smuggle foreign cigarettes worth Rs. 6.3 mln

21-year-old arrested at BIA while attempting to smuggle foreign cigarettes worth Rs. 6.3 mln

A Sri Lankan national has been arrested for attempting to smuggle a consignment of foreign-made cigarettes worth Rs. 6.3 million into the country at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) by officers of the Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) this morning (21). MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  9:26 am
Decline in air quality observed in several areas: CEA

Decline in air quality observed in several areas: CEA

A decline in air quality has been observed in recent days, with air quality index (AQI) levels increasing, particularly in the Northern, North Central, North Western, and Western Provinces, according to Media Spokesman of the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) Dr. Ajith Gunawardena. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 21, 2025  12:55 pm