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Fire disrupts COP30 climate talks as UN chief urges deal

Talks at the COP30 climate summit in Brazil were disrupted on Thursday after a fire broke out in the venue, triggering an evacuation just as negotiators were hunkering down to try to land a deal to strengthen international climate efforts. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 12:25 pm

School cut-off marks of 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship exam released

The school cut-off marks for the admission of students to Grade 06 of schools based on the results of the 2025 Grade 5 Scholarship Examination have been released online by the Ministry of Education. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 3:43 pm

Father and son seek Rs. 100M in compensation for wrongful arrest by police during ‘Yukthiya’

The Supreme Court has granted leave to proceed with a fundamental rights petition filed by a father and son seeking Rs. 100 million in compensation for the alleged violation of their fundamental rights by officers of the Grandpass Police Station. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 8:52 am

One of world’s largest passenger aircraft makes emergency landing at BIA

Emirates flight EK-434, en route from Dubai to Brisbane, Australia, has made an emergency landing at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake last night. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 7:52 am

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island

Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Northern, North-central and Eastern provinces, today (21), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 6:31 am

“Maha Jana Handa” joint opposition rally begins in Nugegoda

The “Maha Jana Handa” public rally, organized by several opposition parties in protest against the government, has commenced today (21) at the Ananda Samarakoon Open Air Theatre in Nugegoda. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 4:18 pm

At least 41 dead as relentless rains flood Vietnam

Relentless rains and floods have killed at least 41 people in central Vietnam since the weekend, while a search continues for nine still missing, state media reported. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 10:51 am

SriLankan Airlines and govt reach agreement in principle with bondholders on bond restructuring

SriLankan Airlines and the Government of Sri Lanka have reached an agreement in principle with major bondholders on the restructuring of USD 175 million in Guaranteed Bonds due June 2024, subject to the approval by the Cabinet, IMF, and the Official Creditor Committee (OCC).

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 10:55 am

NPP-held Soranathota PS budget defeated for second time

The 2026 budget of the Soranathota Pradeshiya Sabha, which is controlled by the National People’s Power (NPP), has been defeated for the second time today (21) by a margin of one vote. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 1:49 pm

‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder: Alleged shooter & other suspects further remanded

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered the further remand of a group of suspects, including the alleged shooter, arrested in connection with the murder of underworld figure Sanjeewa Kumara Samararatne, alias ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’, until December 05. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 2:10 pm

Police remove loudspeakers installed outside Nugegoda rally venue

The “Maha Jana Handa” public rally, organized by several opposition parties in protest against the government, is scheduled to commence today (21) at the Ananda Samarakoon Open Air Theatre in Nugegoda. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 3:38 pm

White House defends Trump calling a female reporter ‘piggy’

The White House on Thursday defended President Donald Trump after he called a female reporter “piggy” as she questioned him about the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, saying the president’s remarks reflected his frankness and transparency. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 9:29 am

Appeals Court upholds death sentence on five over 2019 drug charges

The Court of Appeal today (21) upheld the death sentence imposed on five defendants convicted of transporting over 152 kilograms of heroin along the southern coast in 2019, by the Colombo High Court.

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 1:00 pm

Sri Lanka’s inflation rises to 2.7% in October 2025

The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI) on a year-on-year basis, increased to 2.7% in October 2025, compared to 2.1% in September 2025, according to the latest data released by the Department of Census and Statistics. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 3:26 pm

16 passengers killed after night bus plunges off bridge in Cambodia

A passenger bus in Cambodia crashed off a bridge into a river, killing at least 16 passengers and injuring two dozen others, police said. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 1:00 pm

Death toll from Indonesia’s Central Java landslides rises to 30

The death toll from landslides in two regions of Indonesia’s Central Java rose to 30 as rescue efforts continued, the country’s disaster mitigation agency said on Friday. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 11:57 am

Wax Diana in ‘revenge dress’ is unveiled in Paris decades after her death in the city

Princess Diana returned to Paris in wax Thursday as one of Europe’s oldest wax museums unveiled a new figure of the British royal in the so-called “revenge dress,” decades after her tragic death in the city. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 1:50 pm

MP Archchuna alleges death threats in Parliament Cafeteria

Jaffna District Member of Parliament Ramanathan Archchuna has alleged that a Puttalam District MP of the National People’s Power (NPP) made death threats against him at the Parliament cafeteria today (21). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 12:30 pm

Woman dies, teenage son injured in acid attack in Ayagama

A 40-year-old woman has died following an acid attack on her and her 16-year-old son in the Kolabewa area, within the Ayagama Police Division. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 9:44 am

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe departs for India

Former President and UNP Leader Ranil Wickremesinghe left for Chennai, India, this morning (21) from the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake, airport officials confirmed. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 9:36 am

Mexico’s Fatima Bosch crowned Miss Universe winner in glittering finale of scandal-hit pageant

Fatima Bosch of Mexico has been named Miss Universe 2025 in a scandal-hit competition where she emerged as a fan favorite after she was berated by a Thai pageant director during a live-streamed meeting, triggering a walk out by contestants. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 10:16 am

One person killed in accident at Hanguranketha

A woman has reportedly died in an accident that occurred this morning (21) in the ‘Hulan Wanguwa’ area of Hanguranketha, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 11:29 am

Magnitude 5.7 earthquake jolts Bangladesh, killing three

At least three people were killed and several injured after a magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck Bangladesh on Friday, police said, with buildings damaged in many areas including Dhaka, the densely populated capital. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 1:36 pm

SJB suspends membership of ex-Pannala PS member arrested over narcotics seizure

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has suspended the party membership of the former SJB member of the Pannala Pradeshiya Sabha, who was arrested in connection with the seizure of the narcotics haul from a fishing vessel off the southern coast yesterday (20). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 11:28 am

‘Black Panther’ star Chadwick Boseman honored with Hollywood star

“Black Panther” star Chadwick Boseman was posthumously honored on Thursday with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 8:01 am

Ex-President Ranil says ‘Aragalaya’ was suppressed democratically

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe stated that the ‘Aragalaya’ protest movement in Sri Lanka were suppressed through democratic means. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 9:04 am

Four Additional Solicitors General appointed President’s Counsel

Four newly promoted Additional Solicitors General of the Attorney General’s Department have been appointed as President’s Counsel. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 9:58 am

Four more arrested in India over deadly Delhi blast

India’s anti-terrorism agency said on Thursday (Nov 20) it had arrested four more people, including three doctors, in connection with last week’s deadly car blast in Delhi, the first such attack in the heavily-guarded capital in more than a decade. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 6:37 am

Over 375kg of heroin, ‘Ice’ and 2 firearms seized from fishing vessel intercepted off southern coast

Authorities have revealed details and exact weights of the narcotic substances discovered on the multi-day fishing vessel seized by the Sri Lanka Navy off the southern coast and brought ashore last evening . MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 7:05 am

Australia adds Amazon’s Twitch to teen social media ban, spares Pinterest

Australia’s internet watchdog on Friday said it would include Amazon.com-owned live streaming service Twitch in its upcoming teen social media ban, but will not add image-sharing platform Pinterest to the list. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 11:50 am

Over 1,400kg of narcotics seized so far under ‘Nation United’ island-wide operation

A large quantity of narcotics has been seized thus far under the “Nation United – National Drive” campaign, launched on October 30, aimed at eradicating the drug menace from the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 21, 2025 12:32 pm

Govt. revises fee levied to issue driving licences to foreign nationals

The government has taken steps to revise the fees levied to issue driving licences to foreign nationals. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 20, 2025 8:38 am

Trump signs bill ordering justice department to release Jeffrey Epstein files

US President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that he has signed a bill ordering the release of all files related to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 20, 2025 7:22 am

25-30% transgender sex workers in Sri Lanka addicted to drugs, new survey reveals

A recent survey has revealed that between 25% and 30% of transgender sex workers in the country are addicted to drugs. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 20, 2025 11:00 am

Novelist Rabih Alameddine and poet Patricia Smith win National Book Awards

Rabih Alameddine’s blend of family comedy and wartime tragedy, “The True True Story of Raja the Gullible (and His Mother),” has won the National Book Award for fiction. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 20, 2025 10:03 am

Another vessel suspected to be carrying narcotics seized in southern seas

Another fishing vessel carrying six Sri Lankan fishermen has been taken into custody on suspicion of transporting drugs, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 20, 2025 10:09 am

Smoking among schoolchildren has increased, experts say

Smoking among schoolchildren has increased, Specialist Respiratory Physician Dr. Duminda Yasaratne at the Peradeniya Teaching Hospital stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 20, 2025 7:53 am

FM invites Indian filmmakers to explore opportunities in Sri Lanka

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath invited Indian investors and filmmakers to consider Sri Lanka as a prime destination for film production, events, and hospitality ventures. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 20, 2025 11:16 am

Gunman in Kotahena shooting arrested with ‘Ice’ in Hasalaka

The alleged gunman in the shooting incident reported in Kotahena on November 7, has been arrested in Kolongoda, Hasalaka, police stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 20, 2025 6:40 am

Energy Ministry budgetary allocation to be debated today

The expenditure heads of the Ministry of Energy is scheduled to be debated in Parliament today (20). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 20, 2025 6:10 am

Turkey set to host COP31 as Australia steps aside

The COP31 climate meeting is now expected to be held in Turkey after Australia dropped its bid to host the annual event. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 20, 2025 9:40 am

President to launch second phase of ‘A Nation United’ campaign in Hambantota today

The Southern Provincial Programme of the ‘A Nation United’ anti-drug campaign is scheduled to be launched in Hambantota today (20). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 20, 2025 9:17 am

Sri Lanka expresses readiness to further deepen cooperation with EU

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arun Hemachandra has held constructive discussions with Șerban-Dimitrie Sturdza, the Chair of the Delegation for Relations with the Countries of South Asia of the European Parliament, together with members of the Delegation. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 20, 2025 6:53 am

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