20 injured following accident involving two buses and lorry in Yalkumbura

2026-01-26   |   General

At least 20 people were hurt in an accident involving two buses and a lorry on the Bibile–Badulla Road in Yalkumbura this afternoon (26), according ...

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Central Bank likely to hold rates ahead of IMF review, experts say

2026-01-26   |   General

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) is likely to keep its main interest rate at 7.75% this Wednesday, according to a Reuters poll. This decision come...

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Concerns raised as Sri Lanka see spike in crime among 16–22-year-olds

2026-01-26   |   General

Youth crime among those aged 16 to 22 has risen sharply over the last decade, according to Consultant Forensic Psychiatrist Dr. Tharaka Fernando. He s...

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Immigration officials foil Bangladeshi national s attempt to leave for Spain using forged visa

2026-01-26   |   General

A Bangladeshi man was arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) while trying to fly to Spain with a fake visa. This incident occurred this ...

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173 individuals remain missing following Cyclone Ditwah

2026-01-26   |   General

As of now, 173 people are still missing following the landslides and floods caused by Cyclone Ditwah, according to the Disaster Management Centre (DMC...

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Heatwave warnings across Australia as millions celebrate national day

2026-01-26   |   General

Australian officials have announced heatwave warnings for most regions as millions partake in Australia Day celebrations. The Bureau of Meteorology pr...

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Six police officers arrested for allegedly assaulting Catholic priest further remanded

2026-01-26   |   General

Six police officers, accused of attacking a Catholic priest in Gampaha, have been ordered to remain in custody until January 29, 2026. The officers ap...

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Another vessel and 5 suspects arrested for supplying narcotics to boats seized in southern seas

2026-01-26   |   General

Five additional suspects and another boat, believed to be involved in supplying drugs to the multi-day fishing boats recently caught by the Navy off t...

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SC informed orders have been issued preventing local agents of MV X-Press Pearl from leaving the country

2026-01-26   |   General

The Supreme Court was informed today by the Attorney General that orders have been secured from both the Colombo Magistrate’s Court and the Colombo ...

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Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island

2026-01-26   |   General

The Department of Meteorology has announced that today, June 26, several areas in Sri Lanka will experience spells of rain. This includes the Northern...

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Suspect arrested with over 3 kg of Ice in Bambalapitiya

2026-01-26   |   General

A man has been taken into custody for having more than 3 kilograms of ‘Crystal Methamphetamine,’ known as ‘Ice.’ The estimated street value of...

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Two arrested for illegal gem mining in Bogawantalawa

2026-01-26   |   General

Police in Sri Lanka have detained two men for illegally mining gems in Bogawantalawa. The arrests occurred during a raid in the Tinsinwatta area, wher...

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Death toll in Philippine boat accident climbs to 15, hundreds rescued

2026-01-26   |   General

The number of deaths from a ferry accident in the Southern Philippines has risen to at least 15, with 316 individuals rescued, according to the Philip...

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Speaker interdicting Deputy Secretary General of Parliament without hearing sets dangerous precedent- Sajith

2026-01-26   |   General

Sajith Premadasa, the Leader of the Opposition, has expressed concern over the Speaker of the House, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne, suspending the Deputy S...

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Police Officer arrested in connection with priest assault incident suspended?

2026-01-26   |   General

A police officer from the motorcycle squad of the Gampaha Division Crimes Investigation Bureau has reportedly been suspended after being arrested for ...

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Shooting reported at R.A.De Mel Mawatha in Kollupitiya

2026-01-25   |   General

A shooting took place on R.A. De Mel Mawatha in Kollupitiya early this morning (25), according to police reports. The incident happened around 2:35 a....

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Six police officers arrested for allegedly assaulting Catholic priest remanded

2026-01-25   |   General

Six police officers have been taken into custody for allegedly beating a Catholic priest in Gampaha. They have been ordered to remain in custody until...

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Two Indian Coast Guard ships arrives in Colombo for official visit

2026-01-25   |   General

Two ships from the Indian Coast Guard, named ICGS Varaha and ICGS Atulya, arrived at Colombo Harbour today for an official visit. The Sri Lankan Navy ...

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Several injured following collision involving lorry and ambulance in Habarana

2026-01-25   |   General

A collision between a lorry and an ambulance occurred on the Dambulla–Habarana main road in Habarana, according to police reports. The accident took...

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Four including woman killed in separate road accidents

2026-01-25   |   General

Four individuals, including one woman, lost their lives in separate road accidents across various locations, according to police reports. The deadly i...

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Last two giant pandas in Japan set to leave for China

2026-01-25   |   General

On Sunday, fans of pandas in Japan gathered for the last chance to see twin pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei at Tokyo's Ueno Zoo before they head back to ...

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443 arrested for driving under the influence during special island-wide raid

2026-01-25   |   General

During a special operation across Sri Lanka on October 24, a total of 571 people were arrested on suspicion of engaging in criminal activities, includ...

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Shanakiyan raises concerns about move to suspend Deputy Secretary General of Parliament allegedly without an inquiry

2026-01-25   |   General

Member of Parliament Shanakiyan Rasamanickam has expressed his worries regarding the suspension of Chaminda Kularatne, the Deputy Secretary General of...

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Fairly heavy showers above 50 mm likely in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces tomorrow

2026-01-25   |   General

Heavy rain, exceeding 50 mm, is expected in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces tomorrow, according to the Department of Meteorology. Showers will ...

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Russian national drowns while swimming at Bentota Beach

2026-01-25   |   General

A 49-year-old woman from Russia has drowned while swimming at Bentota Beach in Sri Lanka. According to police, she was in the water with a group of ot...

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