Those who receive education under the government have a responsibility for society – PM
The ninth phase of the islandwide programme to recognise outstanding achievers of G.C.E. Advanced Level implemented by the Presidential Fund, was held under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya on the 14 th of December at Temple Trees….
Sajith donates hospital equipment in Gampola, says govt yet to issue disaster relief circulars
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa on Sunday criticised the government’s disaster management response, alleging that while relief operations are being showcased through media displays, the necessary circulars and structured mechanisms to provide financial assistance to affected communities have still not been…
Bystander who tackled armed man at Australia Beach shooting hailed as hero
Ahmed El Ahmad, a 43-year-old father of two and fruit shop owner, is being hailed as a hero after bravely tackling one of the attackers during the Bondi Beach shooting in Australia. He was later shot twice by a second…
Siddhalepa Honoured for Research Excellence at SLTC Research & Innovation Awards 2025
Siddhalepa, a flagship brand of the Hettigoda Group of Companies, has been recognised for its commitment to scientific research and innovation at the SLTC Research & Innovation Awards 2025, held on 12 November at the BMICH. The company secured two…
Sri Lanka’s Worker Remittances Reach USD 7.19 Billion in First 11 Months of 2025
Sri Lanka recorded USD 673.4 million in workers’ remittances in November 2025, bringing total inflows for the first eleven months of the year to USD 7.19 billion, according to data released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). The…
India delivers 17 types of essential medicines requested by Sri Lanka
The Government of India on Sunday donated a consignment of 17 types of essential medicines along with more than 14,200 kilograms of dry food items to Sri Lanka, following a request made by Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr….
Minister Bimal inspects damaged Balana section of Upcountry railway line
Railway lines across Sri Lanka have suffered severe damage due to landslides and flooding caused by the prevailing disaster situation, authorities said. Transport and Highways Minister Bimal Rathnayake visited the “Balana” section of the Upcountry railway line to inspect damage…
Weather: Rain to increase from 16th
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 15 DECEMBER 2025: Issued at 2.00 p.m. on 14 December 2025 Under the influence of an Easterly wave, showery conditions are expected to enhance to some extent over the island from December 16th Several spells of showers will…
10 killed in shooting at Australia’s Bondi Beach (Video)
Australian police confirmed that 10 people have been killed, including a man believed to be one of the shooters, following a shooting at Bondi Beach on Sunday. New South Wales Police said the incident involved two male attackers. One suspected…
Australia: At least 10 killed in Bondi Beach shooting
Australian Police say there have been at least 10 people killed following a shooting near a Jewish gathering at Sydney’s Bondi Beach. One shooter was killed while another is in custody. Authorities say there is no longer an active threat…