President issues warning to govt officials assisting drug traffickers
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has declared that his administration will never provide political protection to any individuals involved in drug trafficking. MORE..
- Further hearing of case against Ravi Karunanayake postponed until February
- President issues warning to govt officials assisting drug traffickers
- Sri Lanka’s Speaker participates in 28th CSPOC in New Delhi
- US Ambassador Julie Chung pays farewell call on Opposition Leader
- Star Wars boss departs after leading franchise reboot
- China and Canada announce tariffs relief after a high-stakes meeting between Carney and Xi
- Unrest at Boossa Prison brought under control - Prisons Spokesman
- Retired Army Captain arrested with T-56 magazines and ammunition in Minuwangoda
- Govt. committed to ensuring quality education to develop responsible citizens - Prime Minister
- One person injured in shooting at Jinthupitiya
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One person injured in shooting at Jinthupitiya
One person has reportedly been injured and hospitalized following a shooting incident at Jinthupitiya in Colombo. MORE..
Govt. committed to ensuring quality education to develop responsible citizens - Prime Minister
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has stated that the Government is making every effort to ensure the quality education to nurture a developed citizen that the country requires...MORE..
Retired Army Captain arrested with T-56 magazines and ammunition in Minuwangoda
A retired Sri Lanka Army Captain has been arrested by the Police Western Province North Crimes Range at Miriswatte in Minuwangoda, while in possession of 18 T-56 assault rifle magazines and 25 rounds of live ammunition, police said.
Unrest at Boossa Prison brought under control - Prisons Spokesman
A group of detainees who had climbed onto the rooftop of the ‘D Ward’ at the Boossa Prison and engaged in unruly behaviour, causing damage to prison property, has been brought under control a short while ago, the Prisons Spokesman said.
China and Canada announce tariffs relief after a high-stakes meeting between Carney and Xi
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Canadian PM Mark Carney have announced lower tariffs, signalling a reset in their countries’ relationship after a key meeting in Beijing. MORE..
US Ambassador Julie Chung pays farewell call on Opposition Leader
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today (16) received a farewell call from the outgoing United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Julie Chung, as she prepares to conclude her four-year tenure as Washington’s top envoy to Colombo. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Speaker participates in 28th CSPOC in New Delhi
The Sri Lankan parliamentary delegation led by Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne has participated in the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) inaugurated under the patronage of the Indian Prime Minister. MORE..
Further hearing of case against Ravi Karunanayake postponed until February
The Colombo High Court today ordered that further evidence hearing in the case filed by the Commission to Investigate Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) against former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake and Perpetual Treasuries Limited (PTL) owner Arjun Aloysius be called on February 06. MORE..
Case against ex-President Mahinda’s CSO to be taken up in June
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (16) ordered that the case involving Neville Wanniarachchi, the Chief Security Officer to former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, be called on June 9. MORE..
Woman arrested for impersonating Police Inspector in Pettah
A woman who was impersonating a Police Inspector has been arrested near a lodge in Pettah. MORE..
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ITAK opposes government’s ‘Praja Shakthi’ programme
The Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK) has expressed strong opposition to the ‘Praja Shakthi’ national programme implemented by the government. MORE..
“There’s something truly magical about Sri Lanka” - Julie Chung in farewell message
Outgoing United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Julie Chung, has expressed her gratitude to everyone who helped boost US–Sri Lanka ties during her nearly four-year tenure in the country and also the Sri Lankan people who she praised for their resilience and determination. MORE..
Interpol ‘Red Notice’ issued against 95 underworld figures hiding overseas – Police Spokesman
Police Media Spokesperson Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) F.U. Wootler said that Interpol ‘Red Notices’ have been obtained against 95 Sri Lankan organised criminal figures currently hiding overseas. MORE..
Van carrying foreign tourists involved in collision near Gregory Lake
A van transporting a group of foreign tourists was involved in a head-on collision near the Gregory Lake in Nuwara Eliya along the Welimada main road, police said. MORE..
Parents protest near Edu. Ministry demanding implementation of Grade 6 reforms
A protest organized by a group of parents of Grade 6 students commenced today (16) in front of the Ministry of Education, demanding the immediate implementation of proposed educational reforms for Grade 6 students. MORE..
Govt. committed to ensuring quality education to develop responsible citizens - Prime Minister
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has stated that the Government is making every effort to ensure the quality education to nurture a developed citizen that the country requires...MORE..
Retired Army Captain arrested with T-56 magazines and ammunition in Minuwangoda
A retired Sri Lanka Army Captain has been arrested by the Police Western Province North Crimes Range at Miriswatte in Minuwangoda, while in possession of 18 T-56 assault rifle magazines and 25 rounds of live ammunition, police said.
Unrest at Boossa Prison brought under control - Prisons Spokesman
A group of detainees who had climbed onto the rooftop of the ‘D Ward’ at the Boossa Prison and engaged in unruly behaviour, causing damage to prison property, has been brought under control a short while ago, the Prisons Spokesman said.
China and Canada announce tariffs relief after a high-stakes meeting between Carney and Xi
Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Canadian PM Mark Carney have announced lower tariffs, signalling a reset in their countries’ relationship after a key meeting in Beijing. MORE..
US Ambassador Julie Chung pays farewell call on Opposition Leader
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today (16) received a farewell call from the outgoing United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Julie Chung, as she prepares to conclude her four-year tenure as Washington’s top envoy to Colombo. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s Speaker participates in 28th CSPOC in New Delhi
The Sri Lankan parliamentary delegation led by Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne has participated in the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of the Commonwealth (CSPOC) inaugurated under the patronage of the Indian Prime Minister. MORE..
Further hearing of case against Ravi Karunanayake postponed until February
The Colombo High Court today ordered that further evidence hearing in the case filed by the Commission to Investigate Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) against former Finance Minister Ravi Karunanayake and Perpetual Treasuries Limited (PTL) owner Arjun Aloysius be called on February 06. MORE..
Case against ex-President Mahinda’s CSO to be taken up in June
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (16) ordered that the case involving Neville Wanniarachchi, the Chief Security Officer to former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, be called on June 9. MORE..
Woman arrested for impersonating Police Inspector in Pettah
A woman who was impersonating a Police Inspector has been arrested near a lodge in Pettah. MORE..
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Technology
TikTok to tighten age checks in Europe as regulators ramp up pressure
TikTok will start rolling out new age-detection technology across Europe in the coming weeks, it told Reuters on Friday (Jan 16), as the ByteDance-owned platform faces regulatory pressure to better identify and remove accounts belonging to children under 13. MORE..
Wikipedia inks AI deals with Microsoft, Meta and Perplexity as it marks 25th birthday
Wikipedia inks AI deals with Microsoft, Meta and Perplexity as it marks 25th birthday
Wikipedia unveiled new business deals with a slew of artificial intelligence companies on Thursday as it marked its 25th anniversary. MORE..
Australia social media ban hits 4.7 million teen accounts in first month
Australia social media ban hits 4.7 million teen accounts in first month
Social media companies have collectively deactivated nearly five million accounts belonging to Australian teenagers just a month after a world-first ban on under‑16s took effect, the country’s internet regulator said, a sign the measure has had a swift and sweeping impact. MORE..
Ailing astronaut returns to Earth early in NASA’s first medical evacuation
Ailing astronaut returns to Earth early in NASA’s first medical evacuation
An ailing astronaut returned to Earth with three others on Thursday, ending their space station mission more than a month early in NASA’s first medical evacuation. MORE..
Entertainment
Star Wars boss departs after leading franchise reboot
Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down after 14 years at the helm of the studio that makes Star Wars, one of the highest-grossing Hollywood franchises in history. MORE..
Netflix inks global deal to stream Sony Pictures’ films after theatrical window
Netflix inks global deal to stream Sony Pictures’ films after theatrical window
Netflix and Sony Pictures Entertainment have reached a new agreement that would bring films such as “Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse” to the streaming giant’s customers worldwide after they play in cinemas, the companies said on Thursday. MORE..
Harry Styles announces fourth album - with intriguing title
Harry Styles announces fourth album - with intriguing title
After 1,336 days, the wait is over for Harry Styles fans - he has announced his return to music. MORE..
K-Pop sensation BTS announces return with new world tour
K-Pop sensation BTS announces return with new world tour
Chart-topping K-pop boy band BTS announced on Tuesday it will embark on a concert tour starting in April after the release of its first new album in more than three years. MORE..
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USA
U.S.Dollar |
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UK
Sterling Pound |
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Europe
Euro |
353.6656 | 365.0787 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
378.0721 | 393.0617 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
218.7260 | 226.6825 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
202.6883 | 211.9149 |
Singapore
Singapore Dollar |
235.7855 | 244.9608 |
Japan
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Dinar | 820.4482 |
Kuwait
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Dinar | 1,004.7540 |
Oman
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Rial | 803.4430 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 84.8186 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 82.4868 |
UAE
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Dirham | 84.2182 |
Sports
ICC officials to visit Bangladesh to resolve T20 World Cup deadlock
A two-member team of the ICC will land in Dhaka on Saturday to resolve the deadlock surrounding Bangladesh’s participation in next month’s T20 World Cup in India, hoping to allay their security concerns having already indicated that a change of venue is impractical. MORE..
Princess of Wales hosts England Women’s Rugby World Cup winners
The Princess of Wales hosted England’s women’s rugby union team at Windsor Castle to celebrate their World Cup success in September. MORE..
Hosts Morocco set up Senegal AFCON final showdown
Hosts Morocco will play Sadio Mane’s Senegal in this weekend’s Africa Cup of Nations final after both emerged victorious in tense last-four ties on Wednesday as Mohamed Salah’s dreams of winning the title were again dashed. MORE..
FM Derana announced as Official Radio Broadcaster for ICC T20 World Cup 2026
In a country where cricket is more than a sport and every delivery is felt in the heart, FM Derana was announced as the Official Radio Broadcaster in Sri Lanka for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 at a media briefing held on Wednesday, 14 January 2026, at the Sea Festival Hall of the Sri Lanka Tourism Board. MORE..
No auction, just player draft for Lanka Premier League
There will be no auction for this year’s Lanka Premier League, Sri Lanka Cricket has announced, with a player draft set to take place instead on March 22. MORE..
