WATCH : Special Government Presser with PM & FM
The government on Sunday held a special press briefing attended by Prime Minister and Education Minister Harini Amarasuriya, along with Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath, to outline the importance of the new education reforms scheduled to be implemented this year The…
JVP condemns US military intervention in Venezuela
Sri Lanka’s Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), the main party in the ruling National People’s Power (NPP) coalition, has strongly condemned what it described as a military intervention by the United States against Venezuela, accusing Washington of violating the country’s sovereignty….
Airline employee arrested for attempting to smuggle Rs. 46m worth of gold
An employee of a private airline has been arrested by customs officials for attempting to smuggle a consignment of gold jewellery and gold biscuits worth over Rs. 46 million into the country. According to reports, the individual had concealed the…
At least 40 killed in US attacks in Venezuela: Report
A senior Venezuelan official tells the New York Times civilians and soldiers were killed during a US operation targeting President Nicolas Maduro. At least 40 people, including civilians and soldiers, were killed during a US military attack targeting Venezuela to…
Foundation stone laid for Sadaham Mandiraya at Kotte Rajamaha Viharaya
The foundation stone laying ceremony for the proposed seven-storey Sadaham Mandiraya at the historic Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte Rajamaha Viharaya was held on January 3 with the participation of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. The event was attended by the Chief…
Four arrested over attempted murder shooting in Kohuwala
Four suspects have been arrested in connection with an attempted murder involving a firearm in the Kohuwala police area, police said. The shooting occurred on December 30, 2025, when two unidentified individuals on a motorcycle opened fire in front of…
Multiple fatalities reported in road accidents across Sri Lanka
Several people were killed in a series of road accidents and other incidents reported across Sri Lanka on January 3, police said. In the Marawila police area, a 28-year-old motorcyclist died after losing control of his motorcycle and crashing into…
Prof. Ruwanthi Perera appointed 25th president of Perinatal Society of Sri Lanka
Professor Ruwanthi Perera has been appointed as the 25th president of the Perinatal Society of Sri Lanka at a ceremony held on Friday (02) evening at The Grand Maitland Hotel in Colombo, under the patronage of Health and Mass Media…
Former Sathosa transport manager arrested By FCID
Former Sathosa Transport Manager Indika has been arrested by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) over allegations related to the misuse of a Sathosa-owned lorry, police said. The arrest is linked to claims that the vehicle was improperly used by…
Weather today: low-level atmospheric disturbance continues to influence
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 04 JANUARY 2026 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 04 January 2026 The low-level atmospheric disturbance located to the east of Sri Lanka continues to influence the island’s weather. Accordingly, showery condition is expected to enhance over the Northern, Eastern,…