STF deployed to Colombo Police stations to combat gang shootings

Steps have been taken to deploy the Police Special Task Force (STF) to police stations in Colombo as part of intensified anti-crime operations to curb shootings between organized criminal gangs.



Sri Lankan President outlines vision for inclusive economic growth in 2025 budget

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that this year’s budget will be designed to involve every segment of the population in the country’s economic processes.



World Bank pledges support for Sri Lanka’s key development projects

The World Bank has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s key government initiatives through financial and technical assistance.



Sri Lanka Government to provide vehicles for all 225 MPs – No more import permits

The Sri Lanka government plans to provide vehicles for all 225 Members of Parliament (MPs) in the near future, according to Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Minister Vijitha Herath.



Sri Lanka reviews IMF agreement for additional relief measures

The Sri Lankan government is reviewing the International Monetary Fund (IMF) agreement to provide more relief to the people.



Manusha Nanayakkara arrives at CID for statement on South Korea incident

Former Minister Manusha Nanayakkara arrived at the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) earlier today (January 21) to make a statement.



MP Ramanathan Archchuna in traffic dispute with Police in Anuradhapura

Member of Parliament Ramanathan Archchuna was involved in a dispute with a group of police officers on traffic duty in the Rambewa area of Anuradhapura this morning (January 21).



Donald Trump sworn in as 47th U.S. President

Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 47th president of the United States on Monday, pledging a “revolution of common sense” and swift action on his agenda.



Sri Lanka’s Transport Minister travels as regular passenger to address commuter issues

Sri Lanka’s Transport Minister, Bimal Rathnayake, traveled as a regular passenger on an office train from Moratuwa to Colombo Fort this morning (January 20).



Mahinda Rajapaksa will vacate residence upon official request – Namal

MP Namal Rajapaksa, son of former Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa, has stated that the former President is ready to vacate his official residence at any time, should the Sri Lankan government formally request it.



Vijith Vijayamuni Soysa released on bail

Former Minister Vijith Vijayamuni Soysa, who was arrested by the Walana Anti-Vice Unit for involvement in an illegally assembled lorry, has been granted bail by the Bandarawela Magistrate’s Court.



CID probes online train ticket resale scam

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) informed the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (January 20) that an investigation has been launched into the resale of train tickets issued online by the Sri Lanka Railway Department at inflated prices.



Sri Lanka welcomes Gaza ceasefire agreement

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism of Sri Lanka has welcomed the recent ceasefire agreement in Gaza.



14 injured as bus overturns near Kallar Army camp, Serunuwara

Fourteen people were injured this morning (January 20) in an accident near a bend in front of the Kallar Army Camp in the Serunuwara area on the Serunuwara-Kantale Road, within the Serunuwara Police Division.



Sri Lanka President demands Mahinda Rajapaksa pay Rs. 4.6 Million or vacate residence

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has disclosed details regarding the official residence of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, valuing its monthly rent at Rs. 4.6 million.



Victor Ivan passes away

Senior journalist Victor Ivan has passed away at the age of 75.