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New Commissioner General of Elections assumes duties

Rasika Peiris has assumed duties as the New Commissioner General of Elections, effective from today (14). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 9:18 am

Two including woman arrested for aiding and abetting Kotahena shooting incident

Two suspects including a woman have been arrested for aiding and abetting the recent shooting and murder of a person in the Kotahena area, by the Colombo District Crime Division, yesterday (13). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 7:16 am

UNP decides to attend Nov. 21 Nugegoda rally

The United National Party (UNP) has decided to attend the rally scheduled to be held on November 21 in Nugegoda. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 7:16 pm

Commuters can pay bus fares using bank cards from Nov. 24 – Transport Minister

Commuters will be able to pay bus fares using bank-issued credit and debit cards on buses equipped with ticket-issuing machines with effect from November 24, 2025, Minister of Transport, Highways, Ports and Civil Aviation Bimal Rathnayake has stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 5:50 pm

Over 16,000 arrested in “Nation United” island-wide anti-drug raids

More than 16,000 individuals have been arrested thus far during the nationwide operation launched to eradicate drugs from the country under the theme “Nation United – National Drive”, aimed at eradicating narcotics from the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 5:00 pm

Second reading vote on 2026 Budget in Parliament today

The Second Reading vote of the 2026 Budget is scheduled to be held today (14) at 6 p.m., the Parliament’s Department of Communication announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 7:50 am

Tourist arrivals in 2025 nearing 2 million

A total of 82,270 tourists have arrived in the country thus far in November, data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority shows. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 5:39 pm

Fire breaks out at 1,500-year-old Yongqing temple in China

A fire broke out at the reconstructed historical temple, Yongqing Temple, in Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu on Wednesday. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 3:54 pm

Vote on second reading of 2026 Budget underway

Voting on the second reading of the 2026 Appropriation Bill is currently underway in Parliament. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 6:20 pm

IMF reviewing Sri Lanka’s 2026 Budget as US$ 347M tranche expected ‘in coming weeks’

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is currently assessing Sri Lanka’s recently announced 2026 budget—including its ambitious 7 percent growth target—to determine whether it aligns with the conditions of the country’s ongoing bailout program. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 8:55 am

Former NLB Director Thusitha Halloluwa surrenders to court

Former Executive Director of the National Lotteries Board (NLB), Thusitha Halloluwa has appeared before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court this morning (14) after a warrant was issued for his arrest yesterday. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 10:26 am

World Diabetes Day to be marked with awareness programs

The Sri Lanka Diabetes Federation has organized a social service program to be held tomorrow (15) in commemoration of World Diabetes Day, which falls today (14). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 8:22 am

BBC apologises to Trump over speech edit but rejects defamation claim

The British Broadcasting Corporation sent a personal apology to U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday but said there was no legal basis for him to sue the public broadcaster over a documentary his lawyers called defamatory. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 6:44 am

TikTok Awards 2025: Max Klymenko named creator of the year

The second annual TikTok awards were a resounding success, showcasing a diverse range of creators who have captivated audiences across the platform. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 11:28 am

Warrant issued for ex-NLB Director Thusitha Halloluwa’s arrest recalled

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has recalled the arrest warrant issued on former Executive Director of the National Lotteries Board (NLB), Thusitha Halloluwa. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 1:33 pm

World’s top YouTuber MrBeast launches Saudi theme park

The latest celebrity brought to Saudi Arabia in the kingdom’s push to become a global entertainment destination: MrBeast, the most popular YouTuber on the planet. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 12:30 pm

Six students from Ruhuna Uni. hospitalised after wasp attack

A group of students from the Faculty of Engineering of the University of Ruhuna have been hospitalized following a wasp attack this morning (14), police reported. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 12:20 pm

Indian state offers menstrual leave to all working women

The southern Indian state of Karnataka, which is also home to some of the world’s biggest IT firms, has become the first in the country to offer paid menstrual leave to all working women in formal jobs. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 12:29 pm

US and Sri Lanka sign MOU to formalize defense partnership

The United States and Sri Lanka today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) at the Ministry of Defense, formalizing a defense partnership between the Montana National Guard, U.S. Coast Guard District 13, and the Sri Lankan Armed Forces under the U.S. Department of Defense’s State Partnership Program (SPP). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 4:55 pm

Govt to expand “Suwa Seriya” ambulance fleet to 500 vehicles

The government has planned to expand the “Suwa Seriya” ambulance fleet to 500 vehicles by integrating the service with the latest technologies, according to Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 4:28 pm

Hotel employee arrested for stealing foreign currency from Dutch tourist

A hotel employee has been taken into custody by the Colombo Fort Police following a complaint lodged by a Dutch female tourist regarding the theft of foreign currency from her wallet. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 9:56 am

Motorcyclist killed in hit-and-run accident in Warakapola

A motorcyclist died in a hit-and-run incident early this morning (14) near the 36 Kanda Kovil on the Colombo–Kandy main road in the Warakapola Police Division. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 9:58 am

Sri Lankan worker found murdered in Israel – Ambassador

A 38-year-old Sri Lankan national from Galle, who had arrived in Israel two months ago for employment in construction sector, was reportedly found murdered last night (13). MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 1:41 pm

Ada Derana wins Bronze Award for ‘Innovative Brand of the Year’ at SLIM Awards

“Ada Derana” was presented with the Bronze Award in the ‘Innovative Brand of the Year’ category at the 24th SLIM Brand Excellence Awards held in Colombo last night. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 1:58 pm

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island

Prevailing rainy conditions are expected to continue in the Northern and Eastern provinces due to the low-level atmospheric disturbance developing to the east of the island, today (14), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 6:32 am

Multiple dead as double-decker bus ploughs through shelter in Stockholm

A bus crashed into a bus shelter central Stockholm with several confirmed fatalities and even more serious injuries. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 9:34 pm

SriLankan Airlines unveils new self-check-in kiosks

SriLankan Airlines’ Airport and Ground Services, the sole ground handling provider at Sri Lanka’s Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), has expanded its self-check-in service for passengers of commercial airlines ahead of the upcoming winter travel season. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 7:33 pm

Second reading of 2026 Budget passed in Parliament

The second reading of the 2026 Appropriation Bill has been passed with a majority of 118 votes in Parliament, a short while ago. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 6:28 pm

Ex-NPP councilor’s husband arrested with drugs not a principal, says union

The Sri Lanka Professional Principals’ Association has issued a statement today (14) clarifying details regarding the alleged school principal who was arrested with narcotics recently. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 11:22 am

Low-level atmospheric disturbance in east of Sri Lanka to bring heavy showers

The low-level atmospheric disturbance still persists to the east of Sri Lanka, the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 5:16 pm

Derana Little Star winner Seheli’s viral video surpasses 312M views on YouTube

A viral video clip of ‘Derana Little Star - Season 10’ winner, Seheli Thurya’s amazing performance during a reality show has now gained over 312.7 million views on TV Derana’s YouTube channel, becoming the single most-watched YouTube Short from a Sri Lankan channel. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 7:36 pm

Chinese astronauts head home after suspected debris strike delays return to Earth

Three Chinese astronauts will return to Earth on Friday, more than a week later than their scheduled landing, capping an extended stay in space after a suspected debris hit left their spaceship with a cracked window. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 10:54 am

NPP budget defeated in Padiyathalawa PS vote

The National People’s Power (NPP) budget has been defeated in the budget vote held at the Padiyathalawa Pradeshiya Sabha. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 12:05 pm

US aircraft carrier nears Venezuela in flex of American military power

The most advanced U.S. aircraft carrier is expected to reach the waters off Venezuela in days, a flex of American military power not seen in Latin America for generations. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 14, 2025 9:04 am

SLC confirms Pakistan tour will continue despite players raising security concerns

The Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has reaffirmed that its ongoing tour of Pakistan will continue as scheduled, dismissing speculation of a pullout following a deadly suicide bombing in Islamabad that killed 12 and injured 27 on Tuesday. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 6:54 am

Advocates for animal welfare urges govt. action on rising stray dog population

The Animal Welfare Coalition (AWC) has raised concern over the rising number of dog bites in the country, citing a significant increase in the stray dog population. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 10:45 am

Ukraine ministers resign over major corruption scandals

Ukraine’s energy and justice ministers resigned on Wednesday over their alleged involvement in a sweeping corruption scandal in the country’s energy sector. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 7:40 am

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island

Showery weather condition is expected to enhance over Northern, North-central and Eastern provinces in next few days, today (13), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 6:41 am

Singer Akon arrested near Atlanta for missing court over suspended license

Hip-hop artist Akon was arrested last week in suburban Atlanta after he didn’t show up in court to face a ticket for driving with a suspended license. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 9:42 am

Sheikh Hasina sets conditions for return to Bangladesh, accuses Yunus of degrading ties with India

Ousted former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has said her return home hinges on the restoration of “participatory democracy”, lifting of the ban on the Awami League and the conduct of free, fair and inclusive elections. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 11:56 am

Two associates of ‘Loku Patty’ arrested with cash and heroin

The Aluthgama Police have arrested two associates of a notorious criminal known as ‘Loku Patty’, seizing Rs. 2.6 million in illicit cash, a stock of heroin, a motorcycle, and two mobile phones. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 11:42 am

US President Trump signs govt funding bill, ending shutdown after a record 43-day disruption

President Donald Trump signed a government funding bill Wednesday night, ending a record 43-day shutdown that caused financial stress for federal workers who went without paychecks, stranded scores of travelers at airports and generated long lines at some food banks. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 9:57 am

Arrest warrant issued for former NLB Director Thusitha Halloluwa

Colombo Additional Magistrate Lahiru Silva today issued a warrant for the arrest of the former Executive Director of the National Lotteries Board (NLB), Thusitha Halloluwa for failure to appear before the court over an incident involving a false complaint. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 12:30 pm

Passenger bus plunges into a ravine in southern Peru killing at least 37

A passenger bus fell into a deep ravine early Wednesday after crashing with another vehicle in southern Peru, killing at least 37 people and injuring 13 more, authorities said. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 8:35 am

Police obtain 07-day detention order for Kirinda drug haul suspects

The Tissamaharama Magistrate’s Court has granted permission to detain and interrogate the suspects arrested in connection with the Kirinda drug haul seizure for seven days. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 8:31 am

Sri Lanka extends condolences over fatal military plane crash in Türkiye

Sri Lanka’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Vijitha Herath has extended his condolences to the Government and people of Türkiye following the tragic military plane crash in Georgia. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 9:03 am

Gold prices increase by Rs. 10,000 in Sri Lanka

Gold prices in Sri Lanka have risen following a significant increase in the price of gold in the world market. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 12:10 pm

Trump set to sign bill to end longest ever US shutdown after funding deal passes Congress

The shutdown, which started on 1 October, has disrupted the lives of millions of Americans as all non-essential parts of government have been frozen. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 7:35 am

Committee report on repeal of PTA submitted to Justice Minister

President’s Counsel Rienzie Arsecularatne, chair of the committee appointed to review and make recommendations on the repeal of the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA), has officially handed over the committee’s report and recommendations to Minister of Justice Harshana Nanayakkara. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 9:40 am

Sri Lankan crew remanded in Maldives until trial in record 350kg drug bust case

The Criminal Court Wednesday (12) ordered the detention of five Sri Lankan men until the conclusion of their trial in connection with the seizure of 350 kilograms of illicit drugs from a Sri Lankan vessel intercepted in Maldivian waters last week. MORE..

(0)Comments | November 13, 2025 11:02 am

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