SOC reviews NATA and Jaffna Teaching Hospital operations
The Sectoral Oversight Committee (SOC) on Health, Mass Media, and Women’s Empowerment reviewed the National Authority on Tobacco and Alcohol (NATA) ...
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US, UK, EU drive Sri Lanka apparel exports in December
Sri Lanka saw a rise in apparel exports in December 2025, mainly due to higher demand from the United States, United Kingdom, and European Union. Thes...
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India contains Nipah virus outbreak, some Asian countries tighten health screenings
Indian officials announced that they have managed to control a Nipah virus outbreak after identifying two cases in West Bengal, a state in eastern Ind...
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No major impact on Sri Lanka s economic growth due to Cyclone Ditwah - CBSL Governor
The Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, stated that Cyclone Ditwah, which caused significant damage in various...
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Aswesuma January allowance credited to beneficiaries accounts
The Ministry of Finance has announced that the January allowance for beneficiaries of the Aswesuma program has been credited to their bank accounts. F...
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Ambalangoda shooting linked to extramarital relationship , police say
Police have found that the shooting death of a 28-year-old man in the Tsunamiwatta area of Ambalangoda on September 27 was likely linked to an extrama...
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Gold vaults past $5,200 to record high
Gold prices climbed over $5,200 an ounce on Wednesday, reaching a new all-time high. This increase is part of a significant rise in prices as more peo...
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Trinco Buddha statue incident- Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thero and others brought to court
Ten individuals, including Venerable Balangoda Kassapa Thero and several other monks, have appeared in court related to the incident involving a Buddh...
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Storm Chandra brings heavy rain, flooding and travel disruption to UK
Storm Chandra has brought heavy rain and strong winds to many areas in the UK. This is the third named storm of the year, leading to road closures and...
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Tourist arrivals in 2026 top 220,000
In 2026, Sri Lanka has welcomed 223,645 tourists, according to the latest figures from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA). Among thes...
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Four persons killed in separate road accidents
Four people, including three women, lost their lives in four different road accidents yesterday, according to police reports. These incidents took pla...
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Young woman beaten to death following domestic dispute in Angulana
A 24-year-old woman lost her life after she was reportedly attacked by her extramarital partner during a disagreement. This incident took place yester...
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Nearly 800 individuals arrested in “Nation United” island-wide anti-drug raids
Almost 800 people were arrested on October 27 as part of the “Nation United – National Drive” campaign in Sri Lanka, which aims to fight against...
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SOC requests quality reports on imported coal consignments in 3 vessels
The Sectoral Oversight Committee (SOC) on Infrastructure and Strategic Development has examined issues related to coal imported into Sri Lanka, focusi...
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Myanmar steps up Nipah virus monitoring, issues travel health advisory
Myanmar's Ministry of Health has increased its monitoring of the Nipah virus and provided health guidance for travelers, even though there have been n...
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Individual injured in shooting reported in Ambalangoda
A shooting has taken place in Ambalangoda, according to police reports. One person was hurt in the incident, which happened close to a preschool in Ts...
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28-year-old man dies in Ambalangoda shooting
A 28-year-old man has lost his life after being shot at a private party in Tsunamiwatta, Ambalangoda, according to police reports. The man was injured...
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Court informed Keselwatte Dinusha is being held under detention orders
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court was informed today that Keselwatte Dinusha, an organized criminal, is being held under detention orders for questioni...
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Police highlight growing drug abuse among schoolchildren
Police are closely monitoring the rise of drug abuse among schoolchildren, according to Assistant Superintendent of Police F. U. Wootler, the Police M...
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Police inspect 65 vehicles in Ginigathhena, 12 suspended for safety violations
Last evening (26), a vehicle inspection was held in Ginigathhena town, led by the Nuwara Eliya District Chief Motor Traffic Inspector and local police...
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Australian heatwave fans bushfires, towns evacuated, Melbourne endures hottest day in 17 years
A significant heatwave is affecting southeastern Australia, leading to bushfires, the evacuation of hundreds of residents from rural areas, and record...
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Substandard coal imports affect electricity generation; Experts urge Kelanitissa plant activation
Energy experts are calling for the activation of the Kelanitissa Combined Cycle Power Plant to make up for the electricity shortfall faced by Sri Lank...
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Nipah virus outbreak in India triggers Asia airport screenings
An outbreak of the dangerous Nipah virus in West Bengal, India, has raised alarms in various parts of Asia, leading to stricter airport screening meas...
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