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Politics Probe on release of 323 containers from Colombo Port without inspection to conclude within three months
The Select Committee of Parliament, tasked with investigating the release of 323 containers from Colombo Port without required inspections, will meet every…
Politics China cancels flights on 49 routes to Japan amid renewed travel warnings
China has stopped all flights on 49 routes to Japan as it renewed travel warnings. The Chinese foreign ministry advised its citizens to stay away from Japan,…
Politics FCID records statement from ex-Minister P Harrison
Former Minister P. Harrison gave a statement to the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) today. He arrived at the FCID around 8:45 AM on the 27th to…
Politics Individual staging hunger strike opposite Presidential Secretariat hospitalized
An individual participating in a hunger strike organized by a group of Development Officers in front of the Presidential Secretariat has been hospitalized. A…
Politics Cabinet Spokesman explains reason behind Parliament Deputy Secretary General s suspension
Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa explained today (27) why Chaminda Kularatne, the Deputy Secretary General of Parliament and Chief of Staff,…
Politics Netherlands, Sri Lanka hold discussions to strengthening bilateral ties
A high-level meeting took place to discuss how to strengthen the long-standing relationship between Sri Lanka and the Netherlands. The discussion occurred when…
Politics Denmark and Greenland prime ministers to visit Berlin and Paris
The prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland announced on Tuesday that they will travel to Berlin and Paris to seek support following recent threats from U.S.…
Politics Former Minister P. Harrison appears before FCID
P. Harrison, a former Minister, visited the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) today, October 27, at approximately 8:45 a.m. He was summoned by the…
Politics Shiranthi Rajapaksa summoned to FCID
Shiranthi Rajapaksa, the wife of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, has been called to appear at the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID). She…
Politics Shiranthi Rajapaksa seeks two weeks time to appear before FCID
Shiranthi Rajapaksa, the wife of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, was scheduled to appear before the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) today,…
Politics Coal tender controversy results in significant daily losses – Patali
Sri Lanka is losing about two gigawatt-hours of electricity each day because of a disputed coal tender, according to former Minister Patali Champika Ranawaka.…
Politics Israel says it has retrieved remains of final Gaza hostage
The Israeli military announced that it has recovered the body of the last hostage from Gaza. This development sets the stage for the next step in US President…
Politics President to inaugurate programme to restore religious sites damaged by Cyclone Ditwah
The government of Sri Lanka is set to launch a national initiative called “Godanagamu Adhishtanaye Sanhinda” aimed at quickly restoring religious sites that…
Politics Israel to reopen Gaza crossing after search for last dead hostage s body ends
Israel has announced it will reopen the Rafah crossing with Egypt, which is crucial for the Gaza Strip, but only after the search for the last Israeli…
Politics India s military might on full display at 77th Republic Day celebrations
India celebrated its 77th Republic Day on Monday, January 26, 2026, showcasing its military strength with an impressive display of missiles, warplanes, and new…
Politics Case filed against Diana Gamage adjourned till Feb. 16
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has set the next examination of evidence in the case against former State Minister Diana Gamage for February 16. The Criminal…
Politics Sajith pledges full support for proper implementation of education reforms
Sajith Premadasa, the Leader of the Opposition, has promised to fully support the proper and effective execution of educational reforms. He pointed out that…
Politics Obama, Clinton say killings by immigration agents should be wake-up call for US
Former U.S. Presidents Barack Obama and Bill Clinton called on Americans to uphold their values on Sunday, January 25, following the second killing of a…
Politics Private jet crashes in flames at Maine airport with eight aboard
A private jet caught fire and crashed while taking off from a Maine airport, carrying eight people, according to the U.S. aviation agency. The identities and…
Politics U.S. storm leaves 1 million without power, forces 10,000 flight cancellations
A severe winter storm in the United States has left over 1 million customers without power and caused the cancellation of more than 10,000 flights on Sunday.…
Politics Trump administration defends killing American in Minneapolis, contradicts videos
Officials in President Donald Trump’s administration defended the shooting death of an American citizen by immigration agents in Minneapolis on Sunday. This…
Politics Man killed by a US Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis was an ICU nurse, family says
Family members have identified the man who was shot and killed by a U.S. Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis on Saturday as Alex Jeffrey Pretti, a 37-year-old…
Politics Sri Lanka targets up to 100,000 UAE tourists in coming years
The consul general of Sri Lanka in Dubai is working to increase the number of tourists from the UAE to Sri Lanka. His goal is to boost visitor numbers from…
Politics Myanmar s junta leader dismisses critics as military allies head for landslide election win
Myanmar's military leader dismissed outside criticism on Sunday regarding the country's general election as the final voting round took place. The…