All schools to commence for 2026 academic year today
All schools are scheduled to commence the first phase of the first term of the 2026 academic year today (05). MORE..
- Sri Lanka urges respect for national sovereignty in line with UN Charter
- Clarification issued on fake ‘Police Notice’ circulating online
- Thousands stranded across Europe as Greece airspace disrupted
- Showery condition in several provinces to enhance from tomorrow
- Ex- Minister Johnston Fernando instructed to appear before FCID tomorrow
- Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
- Venezuela’s interim government says it is united behind Maduro after his U.S. capture
- All schools to commence for 2026 academic year today
- Moscow airports shut over Ukrainian drone threat
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Moscow airports shut over Ukrainian drone threat
Three out of four of Moscow’s airports shut to air traffic on Sunday (Jan 4) after Ukraine launched dozens of drones at the Russian capital, authorities said. MORE..
Venezuela’s interim government says it is united behind Maduro after his U.S. capture
A top Venezuelan official declared on Sunday that the country’s government would stay unified behind President Nicolas Maduro, whose capture by the United States has sparked deep uncertainty about what is next for the oil-rich South American nation. M0RE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
The low-level atmospheric disturbance is currently established to the southeast of the island, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Ex- Minister Johnston Fernando instructed to appear before FCID tomorrow
Police have informed that former Minister Johnston Fernando has been instructed to appear before the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) tomorrow (05), and that if he fails to do so, a warrant will be obtained from court to arrest him. MORE..
Showery condition in several provinces to enhance from tomorrow
The low-level atmospheric disturbance located to the east of Sri Lanka will continue to influence the weather patterns in the country, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
Thousands stranded across Europe as Greece airspace disrupted
Thousands of passengers are stranded across Europe after a communications failure forced Greece to close its airspace, causing widespread cancellations and delays. MORE..
Clarification issued on fake ‘Police Notice’ circulating online
A message currently circulating on social media and messaging platforms, titled as a “Police Notice” and containing a list of safety instructions, has not been issued by Sri Lanka Police, the Police headquarters has stated. MORE..
Sri Lanka urges respect for national sovereignty in line with UN Charter
It is essential to act in a manner that safeguards a country’s sovereignty in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath stated when questioned over the attacks carried out by the United States in Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. MORE..
China calls on US to release Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife at once
China called on the United States to release Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife at once, said a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Sunday. MORE..
Indian Army Chief to visit Sri Lanka
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka on January 07, the Indian Defence Ministry has announced. MORE..
‘Deeply shocked’: World leaders react to US attack on Venezuela
Leaders around the world have responded with a mix of condemnation and support to the US capture of Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro. MORE..
Dilith vows to support President if he makes ‘bold stand’ against US military action in Venezuela
The Leader of Sarvajana Balaya, Member of Parliament Dilith Jayaweera is of the view that President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will object to Washington’s move to capture Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro in a military operation early on Saturday morning (03). MORE..
Suspect arrested for stealing foreign journalist’s handbag
An individual has been arrested in connection with the theft of a handbag containing a valuable mobile phone, bank cards, and cash belonging to an Australian journalist. MORE..
Education reforms will go ahead as planned, new curriculum for Grade 6 from Jan. 21, PM Harini confirms
The proposed education reforms will go ahead as planned, the Minister of Education Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has confirmed. MORE..
Bill to repeal Parliamentary Pensions Act gazetted
The Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) bill has been gazetted to repeal the Parliamentary Pensions Act, No. 1 of 1977. MORE..
Venezuela’s interim government says it is united behind Maduro after his U.S. capture
A top Venezuelan official declared on Sunday that the country’s government would stay unified behind President Nicolas Maduro, whose capture by the United States has sparked deep uncertainty about what is next for the oil-rich South American nation. M0RE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
The low-level atmospheric disturbance is currently established to the southeast of the island, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Ex- Minister Johnston Fernando instructed to appear before FCID tomorrow
Police have informed that former Minister Johnston Fernando has been instructed to appear before the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) tomorrow (05), and that if he fails to do so, a warrant will be obtained from court to arrest him. MORE..
Showery condition in several provinces to enhance from tomorrow
The low-level atmospheric disturbance located to the east of Sri Lanka will continue to influence the weather patterns in the country, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
Thousands stranded across Europe as Greece airspace disrupted
Thousands of passengers are stranded across Europe after a communications failure forced Greece to close its airspace, causing widespread cancellations and delays. MORE..
Clarification issued on fake ‘Police Notice’ circulating online
A message currently circulating on social media and messaging platforms, titled as a “Police Notice” and containing a list of safety instructions, has not been issued by Sri Lanka Police, the Police headquarters has stated. MORE..
Sri Lanka urges respect for national sovereignty in line with UN Charter
It is essential to act in a manner that safeguards a country’s sovereignty in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations and international law, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vijitha Herath stated when questioned over the attacks carried out by the United States in Venezuela and the capture of President Nicolás Maduro. MORE..
China calls on US to release Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife at once
China called on the United States to release Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife at once, said a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson on Sunday. MORE..
Indian Army Chief to visit Sri Lanka
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka on January 07, the Indian Defence Ministry has announced. MORE..
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Technology
Elon Musk’s Starlink to provide free internet services in Venezuela through February 3
Billionaire Elon Musk on Sunday expressed support for the people of Venezuela as SpaceX-owned Starlink announced it was providing free broadband internet services in the country for a limited period, as Venezuela remains gripped by fast-moving political developments. MORE..
Wolf moon lights up the sky this weekend as final supermoon until late 2026
Wolf moon lights up the sky this weekend as final supermoon until late 2026
The new year is kicking off with a celestial feature: the Wolf Moon will light up the sky as the final supermoon visible until late 2026, astronomers say. MORE..
China’s BYD set to overtake Tesla as world’s top EV seller
China’s BYD set to overtake Tesla as world’s top EV seller
China’s BYD is set to overtake Elon Musk’s Tesla as the world’s biggest seller of electric vehicles (EVs), marking the first time it has outpaced its American rival for annual sales. MORE..
France plans social media ban for children under 15
France plans social media ban for children under 15
France will make a fresh attempt to protect children from excessive screen time, proposing a ban on social media access for children under 15 by next September, according to a draft law seen by AFP. MORE..
Entertainment
Vijay’s last film Jana Nayagan clocks record advance sales, earns INR 150 mln worldwide
After a massive audio launch in Malaysia for his film Jana Nayagan, advance bookings have now begun for ‘Thalapathy’ Vijay’s upcoming political actioner. MORE..
Will Smith sued for sexual harassment, wrongful termination by tour violinist
Will Smith sued for sexual harassment, wrongful termination by tour violinist
Brian King Joseph, a violinist and finalist of season 13 of America’s Got Talent, is suing Will Smith, claiming he was fired for reporting an incident of sexual harassment. MORE..
MTV shuts down remaining music channels worldwide after 44 years on air
MTV shuts down remaining music channels worldwide after 44 years on air
MTV is set to shut down its remaining music-only channels worldwide, bringing an end to 44 years of round-the-clock music broadcasting and prompting an outpouring of nostalgia from viewers. MORE..
“Zootopia 2” breaks record to become top-grossing Disney animation film
“Zootopia 2” breaks record to become top-grossing Disney animation film
Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Zootopia 2” surpassed 2019’s “Frozen 2” to become its highest-grossing film ever, the company said on Wednesday, marking a bright spot in a year when global box office continues to trail pre-pandemic levels. MORE..
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USA
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UK
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Europe
Euro |
358.2225 | 369.8311 |
Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
383.7781 | 399.0453 |
Canada
Canadian Dollar |
221.7355 | 229.7222 |
Australia
Australian Dollar |
202.6323 | 211.8080 |
Singapore
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236.5043 | 245.7108 |
Japan
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Dinar | 820.9864 |
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Dinar | 1,005.4130 |
Oman
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Rial | 803.9700 |
Qatar
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Riyal | 84.8743 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 82.5321 |
UAE
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Dirham | 84.2735 |
Sports
Damien Martyn makes ‘miraculous’ recovery from life-threatening coma
Former Australian cricketer Damien Martyn has woken from an induced coma after being hospitalised for over a week due to meningitis, confirmed ex-teammate Adam Gilchrist. MORE..
Bangladesh refuse to travel to India for T20 World Cup citing safety concerns
The Bangladesh Cricket Board is seeking to move their Twenty20 World Cup matches out of India after fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman was released by his Indian Premier League team amid growing tensions between the countries, ESPNCricinfo reported. MORE..
Sanath Jayasuriya to step down as Sri Lanka Head Coach after T20 World Cup
Sri Lanka National Cricket Team Head Coach Sanath Jayasuriya says he has decided to step down from his position following the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. MORE..
IPL side KKR release Mustafizur after BCCI request
Indian Premier League side Kolkata Knight Riders have released Bangladesh bowler Mustafizur Rahman after being instructed to do so by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). MORE..
Retiring Khawaja criticises ‘racial stereotypes’
Australia batter Usman Khawaja said he is still battling “racial stereotypes” as he announced his retirement from international cricket. MORE..
