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2024 Grade 5 Exam paper leak: SC directs AG to file contempt charges against former NIE Director

2024 Grade 5 Exam paper leak: SC directs AG to file contempt charges against former NIE Director

Two critically injured in accident involving car and motorcycle

Two women have sustained serious injuries in an accident involving a motorcycle and a car along the Hingurakgoda–Polonnaruwa main road in Hathamuna, this morning (23), police stated. MORE..

Over 950 arrested in island-wide anti-drug raids

A total of 958 individuals were arrested yesterday (22) during raids conducted under the “Nation United – National Drive” campaign aimed at eradicating narcotics from the country, police said. MORE..

Indian Embassy urges nationals to leave Iran amid protests

The Embassy of India in Iran on Monday issued an advisory asking Indian nationals to leave Iran through available means of transport, including commercial flights, in view of the evolving situation and ongoing nationwide anti-government protests. MORE..

Man dies after wild elephant attack in Panama

An individual has died following a wild elephant attack near the Panama Wewa in Panama, Ampara, police stated. MORE..

‘Meenagaya’ intercity express train service resumes

The ‘Meenagaya’ intercity express train service, which operates between Colombo Fort and Batticaloa, will resume service from today (23), the Department of Railways has announced. MORE..

Human rights are under assault, says UN Secretary General

Human rights are under assault worldwide, the United Nations chief warned on Monday, citing widespread abuses of international law and devastating civilian suffering in conflicts in Sudan, Gaza, and Ukraine. MORE..

Akuregoda Double Murder: 10 arrested, gunman claims underworld figure ordered lawyer’s killing

Police have uncovered a series of new details in the high-profile double murder of a lawyer and his wife, who were shot and killed at a supermarket parking lot in Akuregoda on February 13. MORE..

Amarakeerthi Athukorala Murder Case: Relatives of those found guilty to appeal against verdict

The relatives of those found guilty in the murder case of late Polonnaruwa District Member of Parliament Amarakeerthi Athukorala and his security officer have stated that they will file an appeal challenging the recent verdict delivered by the Gampaha High Court trial-at-bar. MORE..

Namal Rajapaksa responds to cancellation of Oxford and Cambridge Union events

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa has responded to the cancellation of his planned speaking engagements at the Oxford Union and Cambridge Union, following backlash from Tamil student groups and campaigners in the United Kingdom. MORE..

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Sajith slams 'uncivilised' statements against Buddhist clergy, urges govt to take action (English)

Sajith slams 'uncivilised' statements against Buddhist clergy, urges govt to take action (English)

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President to appoint expert committee to oversee education reforms – Minister Anura Karunatilaka (English)

Disrespect to religions challenge the constitution - Opposition Leader Sajith (English)

Several areas and roads inundated due to persistent rainfall across island (English)

Sri Lankan man jailed for life in UK after killing wife in a car park (English)

President Anura Kumara holds bilateral talks with Indian PM Modi in Delhi (English)

Parliamentary Pensions (Repeal) Act published in government gazette (English)

Court orders swift probe and arrests over Grade 06 Module case (English)

One gunman identified in Akuregoda double murder - Public Security Minister (English)

Sri Lanka's health officials warn of surge in rabies cases linked to cats (English)

New courts are set up to expedite court proceedings - Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara (English)

AI infrastructure is next frontier of economic, cultural cooperation - President at AI summit in India (English)

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MRI scans show exercise can make the brain look younger: Study

MRI scans show exercise can make the brain look younger: Study

Nasa targets early March to send humans back around the Moon

Nasa targets early March to send humans back around the Moon

ChatGPT-maker OpenAI considered alerting Canadian police about school shooting suspect months ago

ChatGPT-maker OpenAI considered alerting Canadian police about school shooting suspect months ago

Meta to shut down Messenger web in April 2026

Meta to shut down Messenger web in April 2026

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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’

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda confirm their wedding

Rashmika Mandanna and Vijay Deverakonda confirm their wedding

‘One Battle After Another’ wins big at Britain’s BAFTA film awards

‘One Battle After Another’ wins big at Britain’s BAFTA film awards

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Vishmi Gunaratne, spinners star as Sri Lanka claim series 2-0

Vishmi Gunaratne, spinners star as Sri Lanka claim series 2-0

South Africa decimate India by 76 runs in Super 8 match

David Miller, Dewald Brevis lift South Africa to 187/7 in Super 8 match against India

T20 World Cup: South Africa opt to bat first against India in Ahmedabad

T20 World Cup: Sri Lanka’s batting woes continue in 51-run loss to England