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 […]
The Department of Meteorology has issued a special advisory warning of increased rainfall in several parts of the country beginning January 8. The advisory, released at 3:30 p.m. today, states that a low-level atmospheric disturbance over the Bay of Bengal, southeast of Sri Lanka, is expected to intensify in the coming days. As a result, […]
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 Minister Johnston Fernando and his son, Jerome Kenneth Fernando, were arrested today (5) by the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) in connection with an ongoing investigation into the alleged misuse of state property. The arrests followed their appearance before FCID officials earlier today to provide statements as part of the inquiry. Investigators are probing […]
A Gazette notification has been issued in relation to the Bill seeking to abolish the pension scheme granted to Members of Parliament. Following the publication of the Gazette, the proposed Bill is due to be presented to Parliament for debate and approval. Once enacted, the legislation will be titled the “Parliamentary Pensions Abolition Act, No. […]
Minister of Education Vijitha Herath says action will be taken based on the findings of an internal committee appointed to investigate the inclusion of a reference to an inappropriate website in a newly printed Grade 6 English language module. Speaking at a special media briefing held today (04) at the Department of Government Information, the […]
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 […]
An airline cabin crew member has been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake for attempting to smuggle a large consignment of gold into Sri Lanka. The suspect was taken into custody by Sri Lanka Customs in the early hours of this morning while attempting to exit through the crew gate at the […]
The first school term for all grades except Grade One and Grade Six will commence tomorrow, the Ministry of Education announced. The Ministry said preparatory activities, including school cleaning programs, are currently underway ahead of reopening. Under the newly introduced education reforms, Grade Six students will begin their first term on January 21, while Grade […]