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Politics Quality deficiency identified in coal samples sent to India- Minister
The Health and Mass Media Minister, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, has confirmed that coal samples sent to India have failed to meet the necessary calorific value.…
Politics Indian products must be synonymous with top quality- PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called on industries and startups in India to prioritize quality during his monthly address, 'Mann ki Baat', on Sunday. He…
Politics US storm leaves 160,000 without power, forces thousands of flight cancellations
A massive winter storm in the U.S. has led to the cancellation of over 4,000 flights on Saturday. This storm has left more than 160,000 customers without…
Politics Govt to launch digital platform to guide village-level development projects
The Sri Lankan government is set to launch a new digital platform aimed at improving the planning and monitoring of development projects in villages. This…
Politics Federal immigration agents kill another US citizen in Minneapolis, sparking protests
U.S. immigration agents shot and killed a U.S. citizen in Minneapolis on Saturday, according to officials. This incident has led to strong protests and…
Politics Suspect wanted under Red Notice repatriated from India – Police
A suspect, wanted under an international 'Red Notice', has been brought back to Sri Lanka from India . This action followed talks between the Inspector General…
Politics China investigating top general over serious violations, says defence ministry
China’s defense ministry announced on Saturday that the country’s top general is under investigation. This marks a significant move as Beijing modernizes its…
Politics ICC replaces Bangladesh with Scotland at T20 World Cup 2026
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that Scotland will take the place of Bangladesh in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. This change comes…
Politics GMOA strike continues for second consecutive day
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) announced that their doctors' strike, which began yesterday (23), is now in its second day today (24). The…
Politics Indian specialist medical team arrives in Sri Lanka to assist Cyclone Ditwah victims
A group of five specialist doctors from India 's Kerala state landed in Sri Lanka today, January 23, to help those affected by Cyclone Ditwah. These…
Politics Govt. focused on providing pension for private, semi-govt workers- Dy Minister
The government is working on providing pensions for employees in both the private and semi-government sectors, according to Deputy Minister of Labor Mahinda…
Politics “We are ready to step down when people decide on a change” - PM Harini
Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, announced that she is willing to resign as Prime…
Politics First Technology Service and Support Centre opens at Vavuniya University
The Ministry of Science and Technology opened its first Technology Service and Support Centre today (23) at the University of Vavuniya. Professor Krishantha…
Politics US completes withdrawal from World Health Organisation
The United States has completed its exit from the World Health Organization (WHO), one year after President Donald Trump declared that America would end its…
Politics CSD members donate day s salary to Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund
Members of the Civil Security Department have contributed a day's salary to the 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' Fund. This fund was created to help restore livelihoods…
Politics Trump says US armada heading toward Iran
President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that the United States has a naval fleet heading towards Iran, although he expressed hope that it would not be…
Politics Ragama town to be developed as health, education, and transport hub – Minister
Bimal Rathnayake, the Minister of Transport, Highways, and Urban Development, told Parliament today (23) that there are plans to build a Multimodal Transport…
Politics Anusha Palpita arrested by Bribery Commission
Anusha Palpita, the former Secretary to the Ministry of Mass Media and ex-Chairman of the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL), has…
Politics Indictments filed against former Minister Chamara Sampath
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) informed the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court today, November 23, that it has filed…
Politics Trump says he s withdrawing invitation for Carney to join his Gaza Board of Peace
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday evening that he is rescinding an invitation for Prime Minister Mark Carney to join his "Board of Peace"…
Politics Mobile lab tests reveal drug use among passenger bus drivers – Dy Minister
Dr. Prasanna Gunasena, the Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways, announced that a mobile laboratory service tested 56 bus drivers, revealing that 10 had…
Politics Gold tops $4,900'oz; silver and platinum extend record #8209;setting rally
Gold prices exceeded $4,900 per ounce for the first time on Thursday, driven by ongoing geopolitical issues, a weaker U.S. dollar, and predictions of interest…
Politics China says it rescued Philippine crew from cargo ship near Scarborough Shoal
The Chinese Coast Guard announced on Friday that it sent two ships to rescue 21 crew members from a cargo vessel that sank near Scarborough Shoal in the South…
Politics SC determination on MPs Pension Repeal Bill to be submitted to Speaker
The Supreme Court has finished reviewing the petitions against the bill aimed at ending pensions for Members of Parliament in Sri Lanka. The court will soon…