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Showery conditions expected to enhance in several provinces

Showery condition is expected to enhance in Eastern, Northern and Uva provinces during the coming days, due to the development of a low-level atmospheric disturbance to the East of Sri Lanka, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 6:41 am

President highlights need to bring all housing projects under single coordinating institution

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed officials to ensure that all housing projects planned under the 2026 Budget allocations are completed within the stipulated timeframes and handed over to the public without delay, according to the President Media Division (PMD). MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 7:31 pm

Deadly clashes between protesters and security forces as Iran unrest grows

Growing unrest in Iran is reported to have claimed more lives on a fifth day of protests over the soaring cost of living. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 1:11 pm

President receives blessings from Chief Prelates of Amarapura and Ramanna Maha Nikayas

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake paid visits to chief Buddhist prelates to receive blessings for the New Year. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 10:29 am

Navy arrests 11 Indian fishermen for illegal fishing off Jaffna

The Sri Lankan Navy has arrested 11 Indian fishermen for allegedly engaging in illegal fishing in Sri Lankan waters. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 10:29 am

China’s BYD set to overtake Tesla as world’s top EV seller

China’s BYD is set to overtake Elon Musk’s Tesla as the world’s biggest seller of electric vehicles (EVs), marking the first time it has outpaced its American rival for annual sales. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 3:03 pm

Indian national arrested with over 3.4 kg ‘Kush’ at BIA

The Sri Lanka Customs’ Narcotics Control Unit has arrested a 35-year-old Indian national at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayeke for attempting to smuggle 3.419 kilograms of Kush cannabis into the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 4:06 pm

Education Ministry issues guidelines on commencement of school for 2026

The Ministry of Education has issued a notice outlining guidelines for the revision of the school timetable for 2026, and instructions on the utilization of academic staff under the new education reforms. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 9:40 pm

SPMC records highest drug production in 2025

The Ministry of Health and Mass Media has stated that the State Pharmaceuticals Manufacturing Corporation (SPMC) has recorded the highest drug production in its history during the year 2025. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 6:20 pm

Will Smith sued for sexual harassment, wrongful termination by tour violinist

Brian King Joseph, a violinist and finalist of season 13 of America’s Got Talent, is suing Will Smith, claiming he was fired for reporting an incident of sexual harassment. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 10:00 am

Kataragama Devalaya to auction portion of its gold for ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund

The Basnayake Nilame of the Ruhunu Maha Kataragama Devalaya has decided to auction about 70% of the gold items currently stored in the Devalaya’s safes, excluding those bearing images of deities, and to donate the proceeds to the ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 3:56 pm

Korea Exim Bank pledges USD 50,000 in aid for Cyclone Ditwah relief

The Export-Import Bank of Korea has pledged USD 50,000 in humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka through the Korea Red Cross, in response to the impact of Cyclone Ditwah, which affected more than one million people across the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 6:12 pm

PM Modi to inaugurate exposition on Buddha’s Piprahwa Relics in Delhi tomorrow

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Grand International Exposition of Sacred Piprahwa Relics associated with Bhagwan Buddha at the Rai Pithora Cultural Complex in Delhi on Saturday, January 3. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 4:56 pm

Vijay’s last film Jana Nayagan clocks record advance sales, earns INR 150 mln worldwide

After a massive audio launch in Malaysia for his film Jana Nayagan, advance bookings have now begun for ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay’s upcoming political actioner. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 10:09 am

Italy says US has sharply cut proposed pasta duties after a review

The United States sharply lowered proposed new duties on several Italian pasta makers following a preliminary review of their alleged anti-dumping activities, the Italian foreign ministry said on Thursday. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 7:09 am

One killed, 02 injured in shooting incident in Kaduwela

One person has been killed and two others had reportedly sustained injuries in a shooting incident reported in the Koratota area in Kaduwela, police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 6:19 am

Swiss face painful task of identifying victims of deadly bar fire

Investigators on Friday set about the painful task of identifying the burned bodies of a blaze that engulfed a crowded bar and killed around 40 people at a New Year’s Eve party in the upscale Swiss ski resort of Crans-Montana. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 2:57 pm

No extension of school hours this year - Education Ministry

The Ministry of Education has decided not to extend school hours this year, citing concerns over the adverse effects on schools and the transport system in several areas due to the recent disasters.

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 8:13 am

China pledges multi-faceted post-disaster support to Sri Lanka

The Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Sri Lanka, Qi Zhenhong, has called on Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, to discuss multi-faceted support for Sri Lanka following Cyclone Ditwah, based on a needs assessment. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 10:18 pm

Unauthorized pavement vendors in Kandy town removed

The removal of unauthorized pavement hawkers from Kandy town was carried out this morning (02), in accordance with a prior announcement made by the Kandy Municipal Council. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 3:09 pm

CAA collects over Rs. 285 mln in fines from raids in 2025

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has collected over Rs. 285 million in fines from raids carried out over the past year. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 8:27 am

79-year old woman attacked to death following dispute in Agalawatta

An 84- year old man has allegedly attacked his wife yesterday (1), leaving her critically injured and resulting in her death in the Delpawatta area in Agalawatta, according to police. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 9:25 am

China’s Xi to host South Korea’s Lee from Sunday amid Japan tensions

Chinese President Xi Jinping will host South Korean President Lee Jae Myung on a state visit starting on Sunday, signalling Beijing’s intent to strengthen ties with Seoul amidst strained relations with Japan over Taiwan. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 10:57 am

CEB seeks 11.57% electricity tariff hike for Q1 2026

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has submitted a proposal to the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) requesting a revision of electricity tariffs for the year 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 11:47 am

Matugama PS Chairman remanded

The SJB Chairman of the Matugama Pradeshiya Sabha, Kasun Munasinghe, has been remanded until January 8 by the Matugama Magistrate’s Court. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 5:50 pm

Litro Gas expected to maintain prices for January

It has been reported that the prices of Litro domestic LP Gas cylinder refills will remain unchanged for the month of January 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 10:57 am

More details revealed on Kaduwela shooting incident

A 20-year-old youth was killed in a shooting incident in the Menikgara area of Korathota, Nawagamuwa in Kaduwela last night (01), according to police. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 1:54 pm

CBSL Governor projects optimistic growth path for 2026 amid post-cyclone recovery

The Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe offered an optimistic outlook for Sri Lanka’s economy in 2026, highlighting recovery efforts following Cyclone ‘Ditwah’ and setting the tone for macroeconomic stability and growth. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 3:13 pm

Flash floods triggered by heavy rains in Afghanistan kill at least 17 people

The season’s first heavy rains and snowfall ended a prolonged dry spell but triggered flash floods in several areas of Afghanistan, killing at least 17 people and injuring 11 others, a spokesman for Afghanistan’s national disaster management authority said Thursday. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 11:40 am

Close associate of ‘Dehi Bale Malli’ arrested with heroin and ‘Ice’

Investigations have revealed that the suspect who was arrested with heroin in the Gandara area of Devundara is a close associate of the underworld figure Shehan Sathsara, also known as ‘Dehi Bale Malli’. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 2, 2026 12:20 pm

Let’s step into New Year with renewed energy and hope to succeed in 2026: PM Harini

Transforming all the challenges the country experienced in the past year into sources of strength, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya invited Sri Lankans to step into 2026 with renewed energy, hope and determination. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 6:05 am

Close associate of organized criminal arrested with narcotics in Dondra

An individual has been arrested in Gandara, Dondra for the possession of 115 grams and 200 milligrams of heroin, 23 grams and 700 milligrams of crystal methamphetamine(‘Ice’) and approximately Rs. 500,000 in cash suspected to have been earned through drug trafficking, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 9:28 am

Concessionary loan scheme announced to purchase paddy in Maha Season

A pledge loan scheme for Small and Medium Scale Paddy Millers and Cooperative Societies, at a concessionary interest rate has been announced to purchase paddy in the 2025/2026 Maha Season. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 10:16 am

Police Sub-Inspector arrested on bribery charges

A Sub-Inspector attached to the Kinniya Police Station has been arrested on bribery charges. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 8:50 am

France plans social media ban for children under 15

France will make a fresh attempt to protect children from excessive screen time, proposing a ban on social media access for children under 15 by next September, according to a draft law seen by AFP. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 9:24 am

Fairly heavy showers about 75 mm likely in several provinces today

Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in the Eastern, Central, North-central and Uva provinces today (01), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 6:56 am

“Zootopia 2” breaks record to become top-grossing Disney animation film

Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia 2” surpassed 2019’s “Frozen 2” to become its highest-grossing film ever, the company said on Wednesday, marking a bright spot in a year when global box office continues to trail pre-pandemic levels. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 12:16 pm

Asgiriya Chief Prelate urges everyone to set aside divisions and rebuild the country

Everyone should work together by setting aside ethnic differences to rebuild the country, emphasized the Chief Prelate of the Asgiriya chapter of Siam Nikaya, Most Venerable Warakagoda Sri Gnanarathana Thero in his New Year message. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 9:49 am

President calls for unity and determination to rebuild Sri Lanka in his New Year message

The dawn of a new year offers us an opportunity to reflect on the lessons of the past while planning afresh with optimism for the future, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 5:41 am

Drunk driver who ignored police orders kills officer on New Year’s Eve

An officer attached to the Ambalantota Police who was on duty on New Year’s Eve has died after being run over by a car driven by an individual who was under the influence, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 12:51 pm

Ranil greets Sajith for New Year and discusses future plans

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has extended New Year greetings to Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa in a phone conversation. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 12:15 pm

Sri Lanka Rupee depreciates by 5.6% against US dollar in 2025

The Sri Lanka rupee had depreciated by 5.6 per cent against the US dollar in 2025, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has confirmed. MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 8:01 am

Central Bank announces closure of Public Debt Department

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has announced the closure of the Public Debt Department (PDD) and the transfer of the LankaSecure Division of the PDD to the Payments and Settlements Department (PSD), effective today (01). MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 11:09 am

Colombo inflation remains unchanged at 2.1% in December 2025

The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on a Year-on-Year (Y-o-Y) basis, remains unchanged at 2.1% in December 2025, compared to the month of November, according to the latest data released by the Department of Census and Statistics (DCS). MORE..

(0)Comments | January 1, 2026 7:32 am

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