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…
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Politics Shanakiyan raises concerns about move to suspend Deputy Secretary General of Parliament allegedly without an inquiry
Member of Parliament Shanakiyan Rasamanickam has expressed his worries regarding the suspension of Chaminda Kularatne, the Deputy Secretary General of…
Business GMOA to launch indefinite trade union action from tomorrow
The Government Medical Officers Association (GMOA) announced it will begin an indefinite strike across Sri Lanka starting tomorrow, January 26. This move comes…
Weather Fairly heavy showers above 50 mm likely in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces tomorrow
Heavy rain, exceeding 50 mm, is expected in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces tomorrow, according to the Department of Meteorology. Showers will also be…
Business Three arrested at BIA for attempting to smuggle Kush and Hashish
Three individuals were arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for trying to smuggle in a large amount of “Kush” and “Hashish” worth Rs.…
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…
Travel Russian national drowns while swimming at Bentota Beach
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 other…
Travel Large number of local and foreign tourists visit Nuwara Eliya amid record low temperatures
Nuwara Eliya has welcomed a large influx of both local and foreign tourists over the weekend. Many people are coming to see the early-morning frost in Nuwara…
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…
Crime Two fishing boats seized with narcotics off southern coast brought to Dikkowita Harbour
Two fishing boats and 11 people were captured by the Sri Lanka Navy because they were believed to be carrying a large amount of drugs in the deep sea off the…
Business Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariff over pending trade deal with China
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that he would impose a 100 % tariff on Canada if the country goes ahead with a trade agreement with China. He…
Crime Suspect arrested with micro pistol and ammunition in Ambalangoda
A 33-year-old man from Wathugedara, Ambalangoda , has been taken into custody after a micro pistol and live ammunition were discovered hidden in his home .…
Crime Sri Lankan arrested with over 8 kg of Kush at BIA
A Sri Lankan man was taken into custody at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for trying to bring in over 8 kilograms of ‘Kush’ cannabis. The value…
Crime Nearly 2,000 cybercrimes reported in 2025, over 300 arrested - Police
Sri Lanka Police announced that 318 people were arrested for various cybercrimes in 2025. According to Police Media Spokesperson ASP F.U. Wootler, over 2,000…
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 Sajith expresses optimism after another round of SJB–UNP talks
Sajith Premadasa, the Leader of the Opposition, shared that the talks between the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and the United National Party (UNP) are making…
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…
Travel Over 8,000 flights cancelled in US amid winter storm
More than 8,000 flights in the United States have been cancelled this weekend due to a powerful storm that is set to disrupt many areas across the country.…
Weather Morning frost in Nuwara Eliya with minimum temperature at 7.8°C today
Cold weather this morning caused ground frost in several parts of Nuwara Eliya today, November 24. The Department of Meteorology reported that Nuwara Eliya…
Travel Six injured in head-on collision of two buses in Haldummulla
Six people were hurt in a head-on crash between two buses in Haldummulla. The incident happened last night (23) in the Soragune area. A private bus coming from…
General Colombo ranked world s most unaffordable city for property buyers in 2026
Colombo has been named the least affordable city in the world for buying property, according to the latest Property Prices Index from Numbeo, which is the…
Health Ven. Balangoda Kassapa Thero admitted to hospital
Venerable Balangoda Kassapa Thero, who is currently in remand, has been taken to the Trincomalee District General Hospital for a medical check-up. According to…