Notice issued on Kirulapone Police minor complaints OIC

Colombo Chief Magistrate Asanga S. Bodaragama today ordered that a notice be issued on the Officer-in-Charge of the Minor Complaints Division of the Kirulapone Police to appear before court and make submissions.

NIE’s Deputy Director General sent on compulsory leave over module controversy

Deputy Director General of the National Institute of Education (NIE) Darshana Samaraweera has been sent on compulsory leave over the Grade 6 English module controversy.

Government revokes Pavithra’s gazette on Vidattaltivu Nature Reserve

The Attorney General informed the Supreme Court that the government has issued a fresh Gazette Extraordinary revoking an earlier notification that altered the boundaries of the Vidattaltivu Nature Reserve to facilitate an aquaculture project.

Japan PM Takaichi calls snap election three months after taking office

Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will dissolve parliament on Friday, paving the way for an early election on 8 February that she hopes will translate her strong public polling into a big majority in the lower house.

Fake ‘Victoria’s Secret’ perfumes dealers- Pettah traders fined Rs. 600,000

Colombo Additional Magistrate Lahiru Silva imposed a fine of Rs. 600,000 on three businessmen from Pettah, Colombo for possessing, selling and distributing imported counterfeit perfumes bearing fake labels imitating the world renowned brand “Victoria’s Secret.”

Govt should keep promises and modernize the country: Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organizer Namal Rajapaksa said the government must fulfill its promises and modernize the country instead of focusing on narrow political interests.

Station masters to launch trade union action from Jan. 23

The Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Association (SLRSMA) has announced plans to launch immediate trade union action over prolonged delays in implementing the approved recruitment scheme for their service.

Market retreats as profit-taking surfaces near ATH levels

The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) opened the week on a cautious note, as both benchmark indices declined throughout the session. Despite healthy trading volumes and elevated turnover, investor sentiment remained subdued amid ongoing profit-taking after recent rallies and the market’s proximity to all-time high levels.

GMOA to launch islandwide strike from Jan. 23

The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has announced that it will launch an islandwide continuous trade union action from January 23.

Precious stone emerges from landslide site, police protection provided

A large precious stone has emerged from the site of a landslide at Delthota watta , Galaha in the Kandy district and the police have provided protection to the location.

Navy starts cardiac cath Lab at Hambantota hospital

The Sri Lanka Navy has commenced construction of a new Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at the Hambantota District General Hospital.

CAA launches phased drone regulation programme in Sri Lanka

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has launched a formal, phased programme to regulate drone aircraft in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lanka’s Galle ranks 5th among World’s Top Honeymoon Destinations for 2026

Sri Lanka’s historic city of Galle has been ranked 5th among the world’s Top 10 Honeymoon Destinations for 2026, according to Tripadvisor’s Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Destinations Awards.

Manusha withdraws FR petition over CID probe into E8 visa deal

A Fundamental Rights petition filed by former Minister Manusha Nanayakkara, seeking an order preventing the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) from arresting him in connection with an investigation into the alleged E8 visa agreements with Korea without following the due process, was today withdrawn before the Supreme Court.

NASA invites public to send their names to the moon on Artemis II Mission

NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center has launched an exciting opportunity for the public to #SendYourName to the Moon. Names submitted will be included on a special SD card aboard the Orion spacecraft during the upcoming Artemis II mission.

Haze across country caused by air pollution, not fog: CEA

The haze-like conditions observed in several parts of the country are due to deteriorating air quality and not fog, the Central Environmental Authority (CEA) has clarified.

Earthquake of magnitude 5.7 jolts Ladakh’s Leh

An earthquake of magnitude 5.7 struck Ladakh’s Leh on Monday. The tremors were also felt in Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), and nearby regions of India’s neighbouring countries in the north.

Businessman arrested over video showing woman being stripped in Borella

Three individuals, including a well-known businessman, were arrested after a video showing a woman being stripped in Borella circulated on social media.

New tax calculation method provides relief to gem importers, Gem and Jewellery Authority says

A revised method for calculating the Social Security Contribution Levy (SSCL) and Value Added Tax (VAT) on gem imports has been introduced, offering significantly greater relief to gem importers, National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) Chairman and CEO Dr. S.B. Chaminda said.

“Baladaksha Mawatha” flyover opened to the public

The newly constructed “Baladaksha Mawatha” flyover was officially opened to the public today, marking a significant step in efforts to reduce traffic congestion in Colombo’s busy city area.

Could have saved Nandana’s life if informed earlier: Sajith

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said today that he could have saved the life of former Minister Nandana Gunatileke if he had been informed of his condition earlier.

Health professionals’ strike to shut down scans at 140 hospitals

An islandwide planned strike by government radiography technologists will disrupt critical diagnostic services at nearly 140 hospitals across Sri Lanka.

No significant rainfall expected until end of March: Met Department

The Meteorology Department says no significant rainfall is expected across the country until the end of March, according to current weather forecasts.

Inferior-quality coal deal could lead to power cuts – MP

The purchase of questionable, inferior-quality coal could lead to power cuts, as the capacity of the consignment already procured is insufficient, an opposition MP warned yesterday.

Doctors to strike at Eastern Province hospitals

Doctors attached to all government hospitals in the Eastern Province will resume strike action from 8.00 a.m. today, the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) said.

Unregistered Indian cancer drugs allegedly sold near major hospitals-Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa

Amid an ongoing shortage of essential cancer medicines in state hospitals, serious concerns have been raised over the sale of unregistered Indian drugs in private pharmacies across the country.

Don’t brand Southerners or Northerners as racists for religious devotion: Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organizer and Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa has urged against labeling people as racists simply for practicing their religious beliefs, said that mutual respect among cultures is essential for national unity.

Asoka Ranwala dogged by misfortune

Former Speaker Asoka Ranwala seems to be dogged by misfortune with him being involved in a road accident injuring four persons last month and his wife meeting with another accident last Friday injuring herself.

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.