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Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island

Several spells of showers are expected in the Uva province and in Ampara, Batticaloa and Hambantota districts, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 5:41 pm

NBRO issues advisory as Colombo-Kandy road reopens at Pahala Kadugannawa

The Colombo-Kandy main road, which was temporarily closed at the Pahala Kadugannawa area due to landslides, has been reopened after an interim solution was implemented, the National Building Research Organization (NBRO) said. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 6:47 pm

Over 50 vehicles involved in massive pile-up in Japan, 1 dead, 26 injured

A massive crash in snowy weather killed one person and injured 26 on an expressway in Japan late on Friday as the country kicked off its end-of-the-year holiday season. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 8:53 am

US airlines cancel over 1,000 flights due to winter storm Devin

Airlines in the United States have canceled or delayed thousands of flights on Friday, according to flight tracking website FlightAware, due to winter storm Devin during peak holiday travel, while some states restricted commercial road traffic in anticipation of snowfall. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 3:22 pm

CID obtains 72-hour detention order on ex-Minister Douglas Devananda

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has obtained a 72-hour detention order to further question former Minister Douglas Devananda, who was arrested yesterday in connection with a missing pistol, said police. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 1:59 pm

Israel becomes first country to formally recognise Somaliland as independent state

Israel became the first country to formally recognise the self-declared Republic of Somaliland as an independent and sovereign state on Friday -- a decision that could reshape regional dynamics and test Somalia’s longstanding opposition to secession. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 7:34 am

Legendary singer Latha Walpola passes away

The legendary Sri Lankan singer Latha Walpola has passed away today (27). MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 8:23 pm

Indian-origin student arrested in US for arson, terrorist threat

A 22-year-old Indian-origin student has been arrested in the US on charges of arson and terroristic threat against family members, according to official records. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 1:25 pm

Ex-Minister Douglas Devananda to appear before court following CID arrest

Former Minister Douglas Devananda, who was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), is scheduled to be produced before the Gampaha Magistrate’s Court today (27). MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 10:53 am

Winter weather in US Northeast leads to thousands of flight delays, cancellations

A mix of snow and ice bore down on the U.S. Northeast early on Saturday, disrupting post-holiday weekend airline traffic and prompting officials in New York and New Jersey to issue weather emergency declarations even as the storm ebbed by mid-morning. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 9:35 pm

Nightclub petrol bomb plot foiled in Seeduwa; Six arrested

A group of individuals allegedly preparing to launch a petrol bomb attack on a nightclub in Seeduwa has been arrested, said police. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 1:47 pm

First-ever delay in Christmas Day prisoner release; Dept. confirms imminent release

The Department of Prisons has announced that the release of inmates under the annual Christmas amnesty is expected to take place in the near future. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 12:00 pm

Wild elephant killed in collision with van on Habarana-Trinco road

A wild elephant has been killed after colliding with a van near the 124th Mile Post on the Habarana-Trincomalee main road at around 1:00 a.m. today (27). MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 9:53 am

Bomb scare at Kandy District Secretariat intended to cause public alarm: Police

Sri Lanka Police suspect that the information received regarding the presence of explosives at the Kandy District Secretariat was a deliberate attempt to create public unrest. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 8:42 am

Thailand and Cambodia sign truce to halt fierce border conflict

Thailand and Cambodia agreed on Saturday to halt weeks of fierce border clashes, the worst fighting in years between the Southeast Asian countries that has included fighter-jet sorties, exchange of rocket fire and artillery barrages. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 10:52 am

DMC prepares for anticipated increase in rainfall

The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) has stated that it has initiated preparedness measures in anticipation of increased rainfall forecast by the Department of Meteorology. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 8:01 pm

2026 voter registration census to begin on February 1 - PAFFREL

The voter registration census for the year 2026 will commence on February 1, according to the People’s Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL). MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 12:09 pm

Few showers expected in parts of the island today

The Meteorology Department states that a few showers may occur in the Northern, Eastern and Uva Provinces and in the Polonnaruwa, Matale and Nuwara Eliya districts. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 7:25 am

FSP urges govt to address economic impact of Cyclone ‘Ditwah’

The Frontline Socialist Party (FSP) has called on the government to issue a clear and direct statement regarding the economic damage caused by Cyclone ‘Ditwah’. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 12:19 pm

Proposal to hand over Mattala Airport to private companies for PPP project - Minister

A proposal has been prepared to hand over the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (MRIA) to private companies under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) programme, Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Dr. Anura Karunathilaka said. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 12:58 pm

China issues drafts rules to regulate AI with human-like interaction

China’s cyber regulator on Saturday issued draft rules for public comment that would tighten oversight of artificial intelligence services designed to simulate human personalities and engage users in emotional interaction. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 3:44 pm

Zelensky plans to meet Trump on Sunday for talks on ending Russian war

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has said he will meet his US counterpart Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday, as talks continue on ending Russia’s full-scale war. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 9:58 am

At least 15 dead, 19 injured in Guatemala bus accident

At least 15 people were killed and 19 injured after a passenger bus plunged into a ravine on the Inter-American Highway in western Guatemala, authorities said on Saturday. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 6:54 pm

Gold prices in Sri Lanka increase by Rs. 12,000

Gold rates in the local market continue to rise with the rapid increase in prices in the global market. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 5:53 pm

Sri Lanka among top international destinations for Indian travellers

According to a recent report by MakeMyTrip, Sri Lanka has emerged as the third most booked international destination by Indian travellers for the festive period, following Thailand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 4:05 pm

Sri Lanka vehicle importers urge tax relief amid post-disaster sales decline

The President of the Vehicle Importers’ Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL), Prasad Manage, stated that the government should prioritize reducing the prices of small vehicles commonly used by the general public. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 8:46 am

Govt unshaken by defeat of budgets in LG bodies - Deputy Minister

Deputy Minister of Labour Mahinda Jayasinghe has stated that the defeat of budgets at local government institutions will have no impact on the continuation of the government. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 27, 2025 5:04 pm

Bomb scare prompts special search operation at Kandy District Secretariat

It is reported that a special search operation has been launched at the Kandy District Secretariat following a bomb scare. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 11:10 am

NPP PS member arrested for threatening female Grama Niladhari officer

A Member of the Puttalam Pradeshiya Sabha representing the National People’s Power (NPP) has been arrested by Mundalama Police early this morning (26) in connection with the alleged verbal abuse and intimidation of a female Grama Niladhari officer. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 12:48 pm

Bomb scare at Kandy District Secretariat: No explosives found so far – Police

A special search operation was launched at the Kandy District Secretariat today (26) following a bomb scare, however no explosives have been found so far, according to police. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 4:44 pm

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today

A few showers may occur in Northern, Eastern and Uva provinces and in Polonnaruwa, Matale and Nuwara-Eliya districts, today (26), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 6:31 am

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un signals continued missile development in next 5 years

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un signaled the country will continue to develop missiles in the next five years, as he visited major munitions enterprises in the last quarter of 2025, state media KCNA said on Friday. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 11:31 am

Six arrested over showroom manager’s shooting in Ambalangoda

Police have arrested six suspects in connection with the shooting and killing of a showroom manager in Ambalangoda on 22 December. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 8:57 am

In first Christmas sermon, Pope Leo decries conditions for Palestinians in Gaza

Pope Leo decried conditions for Palestinians in Gaza in his Christmas sermon on Thursday, in an unusually direct appeal during what is normally a solemn, spiritual service on the day Christians across the globe celebrate the birth of Jesus. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 6:44 am

Kohuwala shooting victim succumbs to injuries

The individual who was injured in the recent shooting incident near the Kohuwala Junction in Nugegoda has succumbed to his injuries. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 6:20 pm

Woman arrested over showroom manager’s shooting in Ambalangoda

More details have been revealed regarding the shooting and killing of a showroom manager in Ambalangoda, following joint investigations conducted by the Police Special Task Force (STF) and the Galle District Crimes Division. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 1:52 pm

Three arrested at BIA while attempting to smuggle Rs. 8.6 million worth of goods

In a special operation conducted at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), Customs officers have arrested three Sri Lankan nationals earlier this morning (26) for attempting to smuggle a consignment of goods valued at Rs. 8.6 million into the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 12:53 pm

Three-year-old killed in road accident involving cab in Welipenna

A three-year-old girl was killed in a road accident near the 5th mile post on the Aluthgama–Matugama Road, within the Welipenna Police Division. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 9:12 am

Gampaha Crimes OIC remanded over bribery charges

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered the remand of the Officer-in-Charge (OIC) of the Crimes Division at the Gampaha Police Station until January 06, in connection with an alleged bribery case. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 2:30 pm

Suspect arrested over shooting death of former Mulleriyawa PS Vice Chairman

The Western Province Southern Crime Division has arrested a suspect yesterday (25) in connection with the shooting death of the former Vice Chairman of the Mulleriyawa Pradeshiya Sabha in Kotikawatta. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 7:31 am

Met. Dept warns of heavy rain across several provinces from Dec. 29

The Meteorology Department states that, as an active easterly wave is expected to move across the island from December 29, rainy conditions are likely to intensify, particularly in the Northern, North-Central, Eastern, Uva, and Central provinces over the next few days. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 26, 2025 3:59 pm

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