Caught on camera: Container forces bus toward side rail
2026-01-06
A container truck was seen driving dangerously on an expressway, forcing a bus toward the side rail despite the busContinue Reading
Govt hospital launches first customised patient meal programme
2026-01-06
A pilot project to provide nutritious, customised meals for in-patients has been launched for the first time at a governmentContinue Reading
Three Indian nationals arrested with 50kg of Kush at BIA
2026-01-06
Three Indian nationals were arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) with 50 kilograms of Kush cannabis, Sri Lanka Customs said.Continue Reading
Govt to expand Hemodialysis services through PPP model
2026-01-06
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to expand hemodialysis services at government hospitals through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP)Continue Reading
Wennappuwa illicit liquor deaths : Police give more details
2026-01-06
Sri Lanka Police say it is suspected that illness linked to illicit liquor consumption is the cause of the deathContinue Reading
Heavy rain floods roads in Galle (Video)
2026-01-06
Several roads in Galle were submerged due to the heavy rainfall experienced in the area today (06). It is reportedContinue Reading
Harsha de Silva backs Shavini’s OxiWear for national ambulance use
2026-01-06
MP Dr. Harsha de Silva endorsed the wearable medical device developed by Sri Lankan-born entrepreneur Shavini Fernando, and discussed theContinue Reading
Sri Lanka T20I squad for Pakistan series announced
2026-01-06
PAKISTAN TOUR OF SRI LANKA 2026: SRI LANKA SQUAD Sri Lanka Cricket Selection Panel has named the following 18-member men’sContinue Reading
Sajith slams proposed electricity hike amid post-disaster struggles
2026-01-06
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said that at a time when people are already struggling due to disasters, fuel prices haveContinue Reading
Govt announces housing loans, pension plans for migrant workers
2026-01-06
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, Arun Hemachandra, says that in 2026, Sri Lanka entered into severalContinue Reading
Sri Lanka Railways restarts Pulathisi, Ella Odyssey, and School trains
2026-01-06
Sri Lanka Railways has announced the resumption of the Pulathisi Intercity Express Train and the Ella Odyssey tourist train, asContinue Reading
Colombo Mayor takes 40M ladder ride, Promises stronger Fire Services
2026-01-06
Colombo Mayor, Vraîe Cally Balthazaar, engaged in an inspection tour of the Colombo Fire Brigade on Monday (Jan 05). DuringContinue Reading
Energy Minister assures 30% cut in electricity tariffs within 03 years
2026-01-06
Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody has assured that the government will implement its promise of reducing electricity tariffs. Addressing theContinue Reading
Five dead after drinking suspected illegal substance, police say
2026-01-06
At least five people have died after allegedly consuming an illicit alcoholic beverage in the Wennappuwa–Marawila area, police said.Continue Reading
Anuradhapura house fire : Death toll increases to 3
2026-01-06
The death toll in a house fire reported in the Galenbidunuwewa area of Anuradhapura today has increased to three. AccordingContinue Reading
Dollar rate today : Selling rate moves to Rs. 313
2026-01-06
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated slightly against the US Dollar at commercial banks in Sri Lanka today (06 Jan),Continue Reading
Landslide warnings issued to four districts
2026-01-06
The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has issued landslide warnings to four districts, effective until 08.30 am tomorrow (Jan 07). Continue Reading
Two arrested over fake Rs. 10 million lottery scam
2026-01-06
Two suspects have been arrested for deceiving the public through the fake lottery scheme ‘Dialog Mega Wasana’ on social media,Continue Reading