Trump says it would be great if US didn t have to use military force on Iran

2026-01-30   |   Politics

Donald Trump stated that he has informed Iran it needs to do “two things” to avoid military action as the US increases its military presence in th...

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US Montana National Guard supports post-cyclone recovery in Sri Lanka

2026-01-30   |   Politics

The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka recently welcomed a group of engineers and health professionals from the Montana National Guard. They met with officials...

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American Airlines plans to resume US flights to Venezuela after Trump moves to open airspace

2026-01-30   |   Business

American Airlines announced on Thursday that it plans to restart flights to Venezuela after over six years, pending government approval and security c...

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Sri Lanka s Sabina Yousaf crowned 2nd runner-up at Mrs. World 2025

2026-01-30   |   General

Sabina Yousaf from Sri Lanka has achieved the title of Second Runner-Up at the 41st Mrs. World pageant, bringing honor to her country at this esteemed...

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Govt signs agreement with plantation companies to increase estate workers daily wage

2026-01-30   |   Politics

This morning, on the 30th, the Government and the Regional Plantation Companies (RPCs) signed an agreement at the Ministry of Plantation and Community...

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Court delays decision on petition challenging remand of Kassapa Thero and another monk

2026-01-30   |   Politics

The Court of Appeal in Sri Lanka has decided to delay its decision on a writ petition that seeks to overturn the remand order against Venerable Balang...

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Trump threatens tariffs on any nation supplying Cuba with oil

2026-01-30   |   Politics

U.S. President Donald Trump issued a warning on Thursday about potential new tariffs on nations that provide oil to Cuba, intensifying his efforts aga...

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Another suspect arrested for aiding Jinthupitiya shooting incident

2026-01-30   |   General

A 63-year-old man from Colombo 13 was arrested on January 29 for his involvement in the shooting that took place on the night of January 16 in Jinthup...

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Special traffic plan implemented for 78th Independence Day celebration and rehearsals

2026-01-30   |   General

The Sri Lanka Police have announced a special traffic plan for Colombo starting today, the 30th, to manage rehearsals and events for the 78th National...

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Agreements to increase estate workers daily wage to be signed tomorrow

2026-01-30   |   Politics

The Ministry of Plantations and Community Infrastructure has revealed that agreements to boost the daily wages of estate workers will be signed tomorr...

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China relaxes visa rules for UK citizens on PM s trip to Beijing

2026-01-30   |   Business

China has decided to ease its visa regulations for British citizens during Prime Minister Keir Starmer's visit to Beijing on Thursday. This move is pa...

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Former Sathosa Senior Manager and two others arrested by CIABOC

2026-01-30   |   General

A former Senior Manager of Supplies at Lanka Sathosa, along with two others, has been taken into custody by the Commission to Investigate Allegations ...

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NMCRP warns of potential local coconut oil price hike risk

2026-01-30   |   Politics

The National Movement for Consumer Rights Protection (NMCRP) has issued a warning about a possible increase in local coconut oil prices. This concern ...

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Kalutara MC member granted bail over assault on motorcyclist during SJB protest

2026-01-29   |   Politics

The Kalutara Magistrate’s Court granted bail today (29) to Jayanath Navaratne, a member of the Kalutara Municipal Council. He was arrested for his i...

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IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva to visit Sri Lanka next month

2026-01-29   |   Politics

Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), will visit Sri Lanka next month, as confirmed by a senior IMF of...

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Woman arrested with cocaine and ecstasy pills worth Rs. 220 million

2026-01-29   |   General

A 48-year-old woman was detained in Ganemulla for possessing 4.5 kilograms of cocaine and over 3,400 ecstasy pills, valued at approximately Rs. 220 mi...

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Special traffic plan for 78th Independence Day celebration and rehearsals

2026-01-29   |   General

A special traffic plan will be put in place for the 78th National Independence Day celebrations in Sri Lanka, which will follow the theme ‘Rebuildin...

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Police apprehend five suspects in series of vehicle thefts

2026-01-29   |   General

Police have arrested five people linked to a series of vehicle thefts, which include cars, three-wheelers, and motorcycles. One suspect, a 44-year-old...

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Three police officers identified in alleged assault on Catholic Priest in Gampaha

2026-01-29   |   General

Three police officers from the Gampaha Divisional Crime Detection Bureau (DCDB) have been identified in relation to the alleged assault on a Catholic ...

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IMF team expected in a matter of weeks to resume talks on Sri Lanka s fifth EFF review

2026-01-29   |   General

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is set to send a team to Sri Lanka soon to restart talks about economic policies. This will be part of the fifth...

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Bribery case filed against Rajitha Senaratne adjourned till Apr. 29

2026-01-29   |   Politics

The Colombo High Court has scheduled the case against former Minister of Fisheries Rajitha Senaratne and two others for April 29. This case was filed ...

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India should consider age-based limits for social media access, economic adviser says

2026-01-29   |   Politics

India's yearly economic report, released on Thursday, suggested that age restrictions should be considered for using social media and gambling applica...

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Gold prices increase by Rs. 15,000 in Sri Lanka

2026-01-29   |   Business

The cost of gold in Sri Lanka has gone up due to rising global gold prices. Colombo Pettah traders report that the price for a 24-carat gold sovereign...

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Official allegedly misappropriates Aswesuma allowance; investigations launched

2026-01-29   |   General

Investigations are underway regarding a suspected fraud linked to the distribution of the ‘Aswesuma’ allowance in the Kataragama Divisional Secret...

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Nine child marriages and 79 teenage pregnancies reported in 2025- NCPA

2026-01-29   |   General

In 2025, the National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) received a total of 10,455 complaints regarding children. Out of these, 8,514 complaints were ...

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