Four persons killed in separate road accidents

2026-01-28   |   General

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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Nearly 2 million military casualties in Ukraine war- Report

2026-01-28   |   Politics

Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine has led to nearly two million military casualties, including those killed, wounded, or missing, as reported in a ...

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Young woman beaten to death following domestic dispute in Angulana

2026-01-28   |   General

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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Pakistan PM s special assistant begins three-day visit to Sri Lanka

2026-01-28   |   Business

Haroon Akhtar Khan, who is the Special Assistant to the Prime Minister of Pakistan for Industries and Production, has landed in Sri Lanka for a three-...

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Donald Trump says “Cuba will be failing pretty soon”

2026-01-28   |   Politics

US President Donald Trump stated on Tuesday that "Cuba will be failing pretty soon." He mentioned that Venezuela, which used to be Cuba's main supplie...

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Nearly 800 individuals arrested in “Nation United” island-wide anti-drug raids

2026-01-28   |   General

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

2026-01-28   |   General

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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Govt allocated additional Rs. 220 bln to facilitate public sector salary increase – Minister

2026-01-28   |   Politics

The Sri Lankan government has decided to allocate an extra Rs. 220 billion in 2026 to support salary increases for doctors and all public service empl...

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Myanmar steps up Nipah virus monitoring, issues travel health advisory

2026-01-28   |   General

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

2026-01-28   |   General

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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Some members of drug trafficking networks willing to surrender – Dy Minister Watagala

2026-01-28   |   Politics

Some people connected to drug trafficking networks are ready to turn themselves in, according to Sunil Watagala, the Deputy Minister of Public Securit...

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28-year-old man dies in Ambalangoda shooting

2026-01-28   |   General

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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Probe on release of 323 containers from Colombo Port without inspection to conclude within three months

2026-01-27   |   Politics

The Select Committee of Parliament, tasked with investigating the release of 323 containers from Colombo Port without required inspections, will meet ...

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China cancels flights on 49 routes to Japan amid renewed travel warnings

2026-01-27   |   Politics

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...

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SLBFE aims to send 310,000 workers for foreign employment in 2026

2026-01-27   |   Business

The Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE), which is part of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, has set a goal ...

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Court informed Keselwatte Dinusha is being held under detention orders

2026-01-27   |   General

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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FCID records statement from ex-Minister P Harrison

2026-01-27   |   Politics

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...

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Individual staging hunger strike opposite Presidential Secretariat hospitalized

2026-01-27   |   Politics

An individual participating in a hunger strike organized by a group of Development Officers in front of the Presidential Secretariat has been hospital...

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Cabinet Spokesman explains reason behind Parliament Deputy Secretary General s suspension

2026-01-27   |   Politics

Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa explained today (27) why Chaminda Kularatne, the Deputy Secretary General of Parliament and Chief of ...

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Netherlands, Sri Lanka hold discussions to strengthening bilateral ties

2026-01-27   |   Politics

A high-level meeting took place to discuss how to strengthen the long-standing relationship between Sri Lanka and the Netherlands. The discussion occu...

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India, EU finalise landmark trade deal, PM Modi says

2026-01-27   |   Business

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced on Tuesday that India and the European Union have completed a significant trade deal. This agreement com...

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Denmark and Greenland prime ministers to visit Berlin and Paris

2026-01-27   |   Politics

The prime ministers of Denmark and Greenland announced on Tuesday that they will travel to Berlin and Paris to seek support following recent threats f...

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Police highlight growing drug abuse among schoolchildren

2026-01-27   |   General

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

2026-01-27   |   General

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

2026-01-27   |   General

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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