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China reaffirms full support for Sri Lanka’s economic and social development

The visiting Vice Chairman of the National People’s Congress of China, Wang Dongming called on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (17). MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 2:40 pm

Miss Finland is stripped of her crown for making ‘racist’ slanted eye gesture

Miss Finland has been stripped of her crown after she made a ‘racist’ slanted eye gesture in a social media post saying she was ‘eating with a Chinese person’. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 1:04 pm

Naveed Akram charged with 15 counts of murder over Bondi shooting

Naveed Akram, the surviving suspect in Sunday’s mass shooting at Bondi Beach in Sydney, has been charged with 59 offences, including 15 counts of murder and one of committing a terrorist act, according to the New South Wales Police. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 11:53 am

Turkish Airlines flight forced to turn back after technical issue departs BIA

The Turkish Airlines flight which was forced to make an emergency landing at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake due a technical issue with the landing gear, has departed from the BIA after the completion of repairs. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 7:06 pm

Japanese bride weds AI groom after breaking off her engagement; ChatGPT persona proposed to her

In a unique ceremony that signals the deepening emotional bonds between humans and artificial intelligence, a Japanese woman, Yurina Noguchi, recently married an AI-generated persona named Lune Klaus Verdure. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 11:47 am

Govt extends pension payment period for farmers affected by Cyclone Ditwah

The government has decided to extend the payment period for farmer pensions until December 31 considering the impact caused by the cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 1:10 pm

Heavy showers above 100mm likely at some places today

The prevailing showery conditions over the Northern and Eastern parts of the island are expected to continue further during the next few days, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 5:41 am

PM Harini assures to address salary concerns of govt translators

Officials of the Government Translators’ Service Union met with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya at the Prime Minister’s Office to discuss several issues including salary concerns. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 10:27 am

IOM appeals for $7.3 million to support cyclone-affected communities in Sri Lanka

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has launched an appeal for USD 7.3 million to support more than 100,000 people affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka, where the storm has displaced over 280,000 people and damaged or destroyed more than 81,000 homes,...MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 9:04 pm

Probe launched to arrest person responsible for torturing and setting fire to wild elephant in Mihintale

Investigations have been launched into a video circulating on social media that allegedly shows a man torturing and setting fire to a wild elephant in the Ambagahawala area of Seeppukulama, Mihintale, according to the Department of Wildlife Conservation. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 12:36 pm

75kg of Kerala cannabis seized from boat in Maradankerni

An individual has been taken into custody near a forested area along the Manalkadu, Maradankerni coastline with a stock of Kerala cannabis. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 10:03 am

EU humanitarian aid worth EUR 500,000 arrives in Sri Lanka

A special cargo flight carrying 69,000 kilograms of disaster relief humanitarian aid, valued at around EUR 500,000, arrived at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake early this morning (17) from Germany and Luxembourg. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 9:29 am

15-hour water cut in Mahara and Gampaha today

A 15-hour water cut will be in effect for residents of Mahara and Gampaha from 4:00 p.m. today, the National Water Supply and Drainage Board has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 8:57 am

FM accepts US$ 2.5 million grant assistance from Japan

Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath today accepted the US$ 2.5 million grant assistance from the Government of Japan. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 1:49 pm

Heavy showers above 100mm likely in several provinces - Met Dept.

The prevailing showery conditions are expected to continue over the Northern and Eastern parts of the island due to the influence of the Easterly wave, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 6:26 pm

Donald Trump expands travel ban and restrictions to include an additional 20 countries

The Trump administration announced Tuesday it was expanding travel restrictions to an additional 20 countries and the Palestinian Authority, doubling the number of nations affected by sweeping limits announced earlier this year on who can travel and emigrate to the U.S.

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 5:43 am

Two including 2-yr-old killed in fatal accident at Dehiattakandiya

A 33‑year‑old woman and her 2‑year‑old son have died following a head‑on collision involving a bus and a three‑wheeler in the Muwagammana area in the Dehiattakandiya Police Division on the Polonnaruwa -Mahiyanganaya main road today (17).

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 5:30 pm

Sri Lanka forecasts 5% growth in 2026, aided by post-cyclone reconstruction

Sri Lanka expects its economy to expand by more than 5% next year, matching this year’s pace and significantly outstripping IMF projections, partly driven by reconstruction efforts following Cyclone Ditwah, a senior minister told Reuters on Wednesday. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 4:46 pm

Canada to provide over USD 2 million in humanitarian assistance to Sri Lanka

Canada has announced more than USD 2 million in humanitarian aid to support emergency relief efforts in Sri Lanka following the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah, which resulted in loss of life and extensive damage to houses, infrastructure and local economies. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 6:45 pm

Vice Chairman of Standing Committee of National People’s Congress of China arrives in Sri Lanka

Wang Dongming, the Vice Chairman of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress of China, has arrived in Sri Lanka on an official visit. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 6:15 am

Indian film ‘Homebound’ shortlisted for Best International Feature Film at Oscars 2026

The Indian movie ‘Homebound’, directed by Neeraj Ghaywan, has been shortlisted for the 98th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 3:50 pm

IMF Executive Board to review Sri Lanka’s US$ 200 million emergency financing request on Friday

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is scheduled to review the government’s request for emergency financial assistance amounting to approximately USD 200 million under the Rapid Financing Instrument on Friday (19), according to the IMF Executive Board calendar. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 11:16 am

Turkey-bound aircraft forced to make emergency landing at BIA undergoing maintenance work – official

A Turkish Airlines flight, which was forced to make an emergency landing at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) due to a technical fault, is scheduled to depart for Istanbul, Turkey, at 10:00 p.m. tomorrow (18), according to the airline’s official website. more..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 2:54 pm

Police constable taken into custody with ‘Ice’ while in uniform

A police constable attached to the Dematagoda Police has been arrested in Dematagoda by officers of the Police Narcotics Bureau. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 10:41 am

Rob and Michele Reiner’s son Nick charged with murder in parents’ deaths

Prosecutors in Los Angeles have filed murder charges against Nick Reiner over the deaths of his parents, Hollywood director Rob Reiner and his wife Michele. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 10:28 am

Individual hacked to death in Matugama, area residents set fire to suspect’s house

An individual has been hacked to death in Matugama following the escalation of a personal dispute. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 8:26 am

Missing yellow anaconda hatchling found at Dehiwala Zoo

The Yellow Anaconda hatchling which was reported missing from the Dehiwala National Zoological Gardens recently, has been recovered. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 12:27 pm

Govt to present Rs. 500B supplementary sum to Parliament tomorrow

A Supplementary estimate of Rs. 500 billion is to be presented to the Parliament tomorrow (18) to restore the livelihoods of those affected due to the sudden disaster situation. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 3:27 pm

Oil prices jumps as Trump orders blockade of sanctioned oil tankers leaving, entering Venezuela

Oil prices climbed sharply on Wednesday after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered “a total and complete” blockade of all sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, raising fresh geopolitical tensions at a time of concerns over demand. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 6:49 am

Suspect in ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’ murder released on bail

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanka S. Bodaragama today (17) granted bail to a suspect who had been arrested and remanded in custody in connection with the murder of underworld figure Sanjeewa Kumara Samararatne, also known as ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa’. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 7:19 pm

Strike launched after doctor at Badulla Teaching Hospital was assaulted by three-wheeler driver

A doctor at the Badulla Teaching Hospital has reportedly been assaulted by a three-wheeler driver. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 2:07 pm

Harsha reiterates ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund should be approved by Parliament as statutory fund

The ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund should be approved by Parliament as a statutory fund, the Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance, Parliamentarian Dr. Harsha de Silva reiterates. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 7:52 am

Foreign-made firearm and ammunition recovered based on Kehelbaddara Padme’s testimony

A foreign-manufactured firearm and a stock of ammunition have been recovered based on information revealed during the interrogation of an underworld gang member known as “Kehelbaddara Padme”, who is currently being held under a detention order. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 7:17 am

France’s Louvre museum remains shut as workers weigh strike extension

Paris’ Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum, remained closed at 0800 GMT on Wednesday, as its staff continued discussions on whether to extend a strike over pay and working conditions that started on Monday. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 2:27 pm

Prison officers fire warning shots to prevent inmates from escaping Galle Prison

Prison officers fired warning shots into the air after two remand inmates at the Galle Prison attempted to escape. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 1:42 pm

Turkish Airlines flight safely returns to BIA after technical issue

A Turkish Airlines aircraft that departed from the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) bound for Istanbul, Turkey, last night (16) has managed to make a safe return and land at the BIA after experiencing a technical fault in its landing gear system. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 5:41 am

Doctors at Anuradhapura Hospital launch strike citing lack of adequate security

Doctors attached to the Anuradhapura Teaching Hospital have launched a strike, citing the lack of adequate security. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 17, 2025 12:35 pm

Police Sergeant dies after being hit by speeding motorcycle

A Police Sergeant attached to the Welipenna Police Station has reportedly died after being struck by a speeding motorcycle on the Aluthgama-Mathugama road, the Welipenna Police confirmed. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 16, 2025 10:39 am

Inginimitiya Reservoir spill gates to be opened – Irrigation Dept.

The Irrigation Department announces that it is planned to release 1,000 cubic feet of water per second from the Inginimitiya reservoir at around 7.30 a.m. today (16).

(0)Comments | December 16, 2025 7:37 am

Son of filmmaker Rob Reiner jailed on suspicion of murdering parents

The son of Hollywood actor and filmmaker Rob Reiner has been jailed as a suspect in the killing of his parents after they were found dead in their home over the weekend, Los Angeles police said on Monday. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 16, 2025 10:04 am

FBI arrests four people it says were planning to detonate pipe bombs on New Year’s Eve in California

The Justice Department on Monday said it has arrested four people in the Los Angeles area for allegedly working together on a bomb plot that was set to take place around the city on New Year’s Eve. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 16, 2025 7:12 am

Schools in six provinces to reopen today

The second phase of the third school term for this year will commence today (16) for all government and government-approved private schools and Pirivenas. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 16, 2025 7:19 am

NBRO conducts special inspections of landslide-risk schools in Central Province

The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has commenced special inspections of schools in the Central Province that are at risk of landslides due to adverse weather conditions caused by Cyclone ‘Ditwah’. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 16, 2025 11:27 am

Former Sri Lanka Test Cricketer and ex-SLC Chairman D.S. de Silva passes away

Former Sri Lankan leg-spinner D. S. de Silva, a distinguished member of Sri Lanka’s inaugural Test cricket team in 1982, has passed away at the age of 83. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 16, 2025 9:58 am

Govt. grants special leave to state officials affected by Cyclone Ditwah

The government has decided to grant special leave to state officials who were unable to report to work due to floods, landslides, and road blockages. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 16, 2025 8:23 am

Police Sergeant interdicted over close contact with ‘Duplicate Sewwandi’

A Police Sergeant has been interdicted for allegedly maintaining close contact with a female suspect, Nanda Kumar Thakshee, who is currently being held under a 90-day detention order in connection with the murder of underworld figure Sanjeewa Kumara Samararatne, also known as ‘Ganemulla Sanjeewa,’ at the Aluthkade court complex. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 16, 2025 11:34 am

Announcement regarding Ministry directive on Third Term Tests

The Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education has reiterated its directive prohibiting the conduct of third-term school examinations for students in Grades 6 to 10 for the 2025 academic year. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 16, 2025 9:00 am

Former Minister C.B. Rathnayake granted bail

Former Minister C. B. Rathnayake, who was remanded following his arrest by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) over an investigation, has been granted bail. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 16, 2025 10:31 am

Australia police says Bondi attack gunmen travelled to Philippines

Australian police said on Tuesday that the two alleged gunmen behind the mass shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach travelled to the Philippines last month, and that the reasons for their trip were under investigation. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 16, 2025 8:57 am

Trump sues the BBC for defamation over editing of January 6 speech

President Donald Trump sued the BBC on Monday for defamation over edited clips of a speech that made it appear he directed supporters to storm the U.S. Capitol, opening an international front in his fight against media coverage he deems untrue or unfair. MORE..

(0)Comments | December 16, 2025 6:41 am

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