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Akuregoda double murder: owner of house where shooter was hiding arrested

Akuregoda double murder: owner of house where shooter was hiding arrested

Sri Lanka and Finland sign MoU on political consultation mechanism in Helsinki

The Second Round of Bilateral Political Consultations between Sri Lanka and Finland was held in Helsinki, marking an important step in further strengthening the longstanding and cordial relations between the two countries. MORE..

Secretary to President directs officials to expedite relief efforts for Cyclone Ditwah victims

The progress review meeting of the 16th session of the National Council for Disaster Management was held this morning (26) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of the Secretary to the President, Dr Nandika Sanath Kumanayake. MORE..

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Disaster Relief Officials to launch trade union action tomorrow

Several trade unions representing public service officers engaged in disaster relief activities have decided to temporarily halt their duties and commence trade union action from tomorrow (27). MORE..

Hillary Clinton to testify in congressional Epstein probe

Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton is due to testify behind closed doors on Thursday to a congressional committee investigating the late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, though it is not clear how much new information will come to light. MORE..

73-year-old attacked to death by elder brother over land dispute in Elpitiya

A personal dispute between two brothers has reportedly ended in a fatal assault at around 11.00 a.m. today (26) in the Polgaswatta area of Batuwanhena in Elpitiya, police said. MORE..

New insurance scheme introduced for fishermen engaged in diving activities

The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board, operating under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation, has introduced a new insurance scheme for fishermen engaged in diving activities. MORE..

Lanka IOC announces revised dealer commission effective Mar. 1

Lanka IOC PLC has announced revised dealer commission for fuel, effective March 1, 2026. Issuing a statement, Lanka IOC said the revised rates for company-owned filling stations and franchisee-owned filling stations have been approved by the competent authority. MORE..

Hearing of case against ex-minister Chandrani Bandara moved to March

The Colombo High Court has ordered that the case filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) against former Minister of Women and Child Affairs Chandrani Bandara over alleged corruption charges be taken up again on March 05, 2026. MORE..

2 arrested at BIA with undeclared goods including laptops, phones worth over Rs. 2 mln

Two Sri Lankan passengers have been arrested by a team of Sri Lanka Customs officials at the airport this morning (26) for allegedly attempting to smuggle a consignment of undeclared goods including electronic items valued at approximately Rs. 2.06 million into the country. MORE..

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PUCSL seeks feedback from public on proposed power tariff revision (English)

PUCSL seeks feedback from public on proposed power tariff revision (English)

Japan is one of the largest investors in Sri Lanka - Health Minister (English)

SJB members lodge complaint with Bribery Comm. seeking probe into coal procurement (English)

'Podi Lasi' to be extradited to Sri Lanka tomorrow after arrest in Mumbai? (English)

Police uncover more details on Akuregoda double murder following arrest of second gunmen (English)

Politicians express views on arrest of former state intelligence chief Suresh Sallay (English)

Civil groups file complaint seeking corruption probe into coal procurement (English)

Ex-Presidents, politicians and diplomats attend Siri Samanthabhadra Thero's birthday celebrations (English)

National Housing Operational Committee to be appointed to provide guidelines for housing program (English)

Contract killer arrested over plot to kill informant; More roadblocks to curb underworld activities (English)

“Coal procurement followed proper procedure” One shipment failed to meet standard -Cabinet Spokesman (English)

Postal Dept. generates record revenue; Govt. to allocate modern equipment to upgrade post offices (English)

LP gas companies seek to allay fears over shortage; More shipments expected to arrive shortly (English)

10 suspects linked to Akuregoda double murder arrested; One of the gunmen still at large (English)

Technology

Instagram to alert parents on teen suicide searches as UK weighs social media ban

Instagram to alert parents on teen suicide searches as UK weighs social media ban

Google disrupts hackers that attacked 53 groups globally

Google disrupts hackers that attacked 53 groups globally

US ‘leading the fight’ against Southeast Asian scam compounds - FBI official

US ‘leading the fight’ against Southeast Asian scam compounds - FBI official

US sets initial duties on Indian solar imports at 126%

US sets initial duties on Indian solar imports at 126%

Entertainment

Warner Bros gets higher offer from Paramount in heated fight for storied Hollywood studio

Warner Bros gets higher offer from Paramount in heated fight for storied Hollywood studio

Documentary on Sri Lanka’s economic crisis to receive two awards at Indian film festival

Documentary on Sri Lanka’s economic crisis to receive two awards at Indian film festival

Mirissa and Bentota named among Asia’s best of the best beaches by Tripadvisor

Mirissa and Bentota named among Asia’s best of the best beaches by Tripadvisor

Ryan Coogler breaks BAFTA record as first Black winner of Best Original Screenplay for ‘Sinners’

Ryan Coogler breaks BAFTA record as first Black winner of Best Original Screenplay for ‘Sinners’

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India thrash Zimbabwe by 72 runs in Super 8 match

India thrash Zimbabwe by 72 runs in Super 8 match

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