Two pilots were injured after a seaplane crashed into Gregory Lake during a landing attempt this afternoon, police said. The incident occurred at around 12:30 p.m. while the aircraft was preparing to land at the lake. Both pilots were rescued and admitted to the Nuwara Eliya Hospital for treatment. The seaplane had arrived in Nuwara […]
A powerful earthquake measuring a preliminary magnitude of 6.2 struck Japan’s western Chugoku region on Tuesday morning, according to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA). The main tremor occurred at around 10:18 a.m., with the epicenter located in Shimane Prefecture. Authorities confirmed that there was no risk of a tsunami. The quake was followed by several […]
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has emphasized the need for the efficient and timely utilization of funds allocated under the 2026 Budget, despite prevailing financial constraints. Speaking at a meeting with Ministry Secretaries held at the Presidential Secretariat today (January 5), the President stated that the 2026 Budget was formulated based on national priorities and stressed […]
Inspector General of Police Priyantha Weerasooriya has revealed that disciplinary action has been taken against nearly 500 police officers in connection with drug-related offences. He further noted that several officers have also been dismissed from service due to their direct involvement in drug-related criminal activities. The IGP made these remarks while addressing a passing-out ceremony […]
Former Sathosa Transport Manager Indika Ratnamalala has been remanded until January 9 after being produced before the Wattala Magistrate’s Court. Ratnamalala was arrested last night by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) while he was staying at a hotel in Galle. He is accused of aiding and abetting the misuse of state property. The arrest […]
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has submitted a proposal to the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) seeking a revision of electricity tariffs for 2026, including an 11.57% increase for the first quarter of the year. According to the submission, the proposed hike is intended to cover an estimated deficit of LKR 13,094 million […]
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya announced that 94.38% of the Rs. 25,000 disaster relief payments have been distributed to affected residents in the Colombo District. She made the statement while speaking to the media after the Colombo District Disaster Management Committee meeting. The Prime Minister said 7,535 applications have been received under the Rs. 50,000 […]
A high-level meeting was held between the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and the United National Party (UNP), involving Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa and senior UNP representatives. The UNP delegation included Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene, Assistant Leader Akila Viraj Kariyawasam, and Deputy Chairman Naveen Dissanayake. According to reports, the discussions continued for several hours and took […]
International R&B star Ne-Yo has issued an apology to Sri Lankan fans following the sudden cancellation of his scheduled concert in Colombo. In a message shared on social media, the singer said he had been eagerly looking forward to performing for his Sri Lankan fanbase but was forced to cancel due to “unforeseen circumstances.” He […]
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya visited Meegahakiula National School in the Badulla District today (December 24) to inspect educational institutions impacted by recent disasters. According to a statement issued by Minister of Plantations and Community Infrastructure Samantha Vidyarathna, discussions during the visit focused on the extent of damage caused to the school by Cyclone Ditwah […]
