Current freeze will backfire in second quarter

The government is likely to come under enhanced pressure to seek an electricity price revision -even at a higher rate- in the next revision in terms of the IMF prescribed cost-reflective pricing formula if any price revision is withheld for the first quarter of 2026, Daily Mirror learns.

At least 21 killed in Spain after crash involving high-speed trains

At least 21 people have been killed after a crash involving high-speed trains in southern Spain, as authorities warn the death toll could rise overnight.

RTI commission directs Presidential Secretariat to disclose details of vehicles

The Right to Information (RTI) Commission has directed the Presidential Secretariat to release information relating to the vehicle registration numbers of vehicles handed over to the Secretariat following the conclusion of the tenure of former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, as well as the names of the Ministries and Departments to which these vehicles were subsequently allocated.

Eight dead, dozens missing in massive Pakistan mall fire

A massive fire that tore through a shopping centre in Pakistan’s largest city has killed eight people, including a firefighter, and rescuers are racing to find dozens more still missing.

Sri Lanka’s bureaucratic system needs an urgent clean up!

Last week, the Daily Mirror exclusively reported of yet another foreign investor pulling out of Sri Lanka citing regulatory obstruction and arbitrary state action.

England’s cricketers are slapped with a curfew for Sri Lanka tour and T20 World Cup

England’s cricketers will be subject to a midnight curfew for the rest of the winter following their ill-discipline during the Ashes and the New Zealand tour that preceded it.

Prime Minister leaves for World Economic Forum in Davos

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya departed Sri Lanka this morning to attend the 56th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (WEF), scheduled to take place in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, from 19 to 23 January 2026.

SL must focus on addressing the real economy as country enters 2026: Verité Research Chief

Sri Lanka must urgently pivot from a narrow focus on crisis management and International Monetary Fund (IMF) targets to a holistic developmental agenda that addresses the real economy as the country enters 2026.

EVs make up 10% of Sri Lanka’s 2025 vehicle imports as market rebounds

Sri Lanka’s automotive sector witnessed a significant shift in 2025, with electric vehicles (EVs) capturing 10 percent of total passenger vehicle imports following the lifting of prolonged import restrictions.

Domestic demand resilient despite logistical strains: PMI Data

Sri Lanka’s private sector closed 2025 on a firm footing as both manufacturing and services activities expanded sharply in December, highlighting resilient domestic demand and improving business sentiment despite early weather-related disruptions.

Buddhist heritage in Bangladesh in danger: Sri Lankan monks call for global action

The Sri Lanka–Bangladesh Buddhist Solidarity Front has raised grave concerns over the escalating repression and violence faced by Buddhist and other religious minority communities in Bangladesh, urging Buddhists worldwide to unite and take immediate action to safeguard their rights and heritage.

Youth-led street racing under police radar following fatal accidents

In the wake of a rising trend of youth involvement in illegal night street races, tge Sri Lanka Police have launched an intensified crackdown, cautioning that illegal and reckless racing resulting in death or injury will be dealt with under both traffic laws and the Penal Code, including charges of murder and attempted murder.

Iran’s Khamenei says US, Israel links behind ‘thousands killed’ in protests

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says actors linked to the United States and Israel were responsible for killing “several thousands” of people during weeks of antigovernment protests in the country.

Medical specialists demand separate service minute

The Association of Medical Specialists (AMS) has raised serious concerns over what it describes as attempts by a group of medical officers to sabotage a Cabinet-backed initiative to resolve long-standing grievances of government medical specialists, including the introduction of a separate service minute.

Police warn public about social media and phone scams

The Sri Lanka Police have reported a rise in complaints across the country about fraudsters using social media platforms and phone calls to illegally transfer money from victims’ bank accounts.

Northern railway line to be closed temporarily for renovation

The Northern railway line, which was severely damaged by Cyclone Ditwah, will be temporarily closed at several sections starting tomorrow (January 19), the General Manager of Railways, K. Ravindra Pathmapriya said.

28-year-old man shot dead in Alawwa

A 28-year-old man was shot dead in Alawwa last night, police said.

Nandana Gunathilake is zero to me: Lal Kantha

“Nandana Gunathilake is zero to me,” Minister K. D. Lal Kantha said, referring to his former comrade who passed away today.

Two petitions against Parliamentary Pensions repeal

Two Special Determination petitions have been filed before the Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of the proposed legislation seeking to repeal the Parliamentary Pensions Act.

Special circular issued for public officials during Ramadan season

A special circular has been issued directing public officials to accommodate religious observances during the upcoming Ramadan season.

Wreckage of Indonesian surveillance plane that went missing found in South Sulawesi

Indonesian authorities have found the wreckage of a surveillance aircraft that went missing in South Sulawesi, but all 11 people on board are still unaccounted for.

Bus overturns in Haldummulla; Driver killed

A bus travelling from Colombo to Welimada overturned in the Uvathenna area of Haldummulla, resulting in the death of the driver, police said.

Trump vows tariffs on eight European nations over Greenland

President Donald Trump on Saturday vowed to implement a wave of increasing tariffs on European allies until the United States is allowed to buy Greenland, escalating a row over the future of Denmark’s vast Arctic island.

10 of 30 key Presidential promises met, 10 more in progress by November: Anura Meter

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has fulfilled 10 of his key election promises by November 2025, while a further 10 are currently in progress, according to the latest update of the ’Anura Meter’ manifesto tracker.

Artemis II: Nasa’s mega Moon rocket arrives at launch pad

Nasa’s mega rocket has been moved to the launch pad in Cape Canaveral, Florida, as the final preparations get underway for the first crewed mission to the Moon in more than 50 years.

Nandana Gunathilake passes away

One time Presidential candidate and former Mayor of Panadura, Nandana Gunathilake passed away early in the morning today, a close associate said.

23 Sri Lankan companies secures foothold in Ugandan economy

Sri Lanka should eye more investment in Uganda as the presidential race has concluded with a decisive victory for President Yoweri Museveni, who secured 71.65 percent of the vote to earn a seventh term in office. Museveni, who first came to power in 1986, an official said.

Indonesian flight goes missing with 11 on board

Indonesian authorities are searching for a small passenger plane after contact with the aircraft was lost on Saturday.

Ugandan President Museveni re-elected to seventh term

Veteran President Yoweri Museveni was the landslide winner of Uganda’s presidential election, the chief of the electoral commission said on Saturday.

World’s largest purple star sapphire unveiled in Colombo

The Star of Pure Land, a GIA-certified natural purple star sapphire and the world’s largest documented specimen of its kind, was formally introduced into the global scientific and cultural record today at a special briefing held in Colombo.