Police sergeant dies in Wellawaya road accident

A 36-year-old police sergeant died following a road accident in Adawelayaya along the Wellawaya–Thanamalwila main road, police said.

From Ceylon to the Louvre: The Rs. 31 Billion Heist That Stole More Than Jewels

France has been shaken by one of the most spectacular museum robberies in recent memory — a daylight Louvre heist that stripped the nation of priceless royal jewellery worth more than €88 million (around Rs. 31 billion).

Deputy Minister issues Letter of Demand over defamatory YouTube claims

Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Chathuranga Abeysinghe, has issued a Letter of Demand (LOD) to Waruna Rajapaksha over alleged defamatory statements made on YouTube concerning a distillery licence.

Joint opposition officially announces joint campaign against government

The Joint Opposition which comprises parties such as the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP), United National Party (UNP), National Freedom Front (NFF) and others, today announced a joint campaign starting from Nugegoda on November 21 where a giant rally is to be held.

Nepal interim PM adds popular youth figures to cabinet

Nepal’s Prime Minister Sushila Karki expanded on Sunday her interim cabinet which was formed in the wake of youth-led uprising last month, inducting two ministers seen as popular among young people.

Experts warn of disease outbreaks across Sri Lanka

As torrential rains lash Sri Lanka, health experts are sounding the alarm over a surge in waterborne diseases.

Sharp decline in marriages, births, and population growth in the country

Sri Lanka has recorded a significant drop in marriages, live births, and overall population growth, according to newly released data from the Department of Population and Statistics.

Mr. President, please look after our local investors!

Since gaining independence in 1948, Sri Lankans have endured much as a nation — from war and economic hardship to racism and social division. Yet time and again, we have risen together, setting aside our differences and rebuilding with resilience.

MP Jagath Withana death threats linked to underworld connections, says IGP

Inspector General of Police Priyantha Weerasuriya said that investigations have revealed that Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Jagath Withana, who recently claimed he was receiving death threats, has alleged connections with those involved with underworld figures.

India and China resume direct flights as ties improve

Direct flights between India and China have resumed as relations between the countries appear to be thawing.

Rs. 645 million spent on vehicle repairs at Presidential Secretariat in 2024

The Annual Detailed Management Audit Report (2024) pertaining to the Presidential Secretariat has revealed that over Rs. 645 million (a total of Rs. 645,336,774) was spent on vehicle repairs during the year 2024.

Bimal in China: NPP seeks inputs over China’s growth, governance, stability

In a bid to deepen ideological and political engagement with Beijing, the Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP) — a key constituent of the ruling National People’s Power (NPP) — has stepped up its interaction with the Communist Party of China (CPC), seeking to learn from China’s experience in achieving economic growth

Indian caught smuggling heroin at BIA

An Indian national has been arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle a large quantity of heroin into Sri Lanka.

Dr. Chamal urges CID probe into massive loss from expired medical supplies

Chairman of the Doctors’ Trade Union Alliance for Medical and Civil Rights, Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa, has called on the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to launch an immediate investigation into the alleged negligence and corruption behind the expiration of a large consignment of medical supplies valued at billions of rupees.

Rain curtails India run chase against Bangladesh

Rain once again played spoilsport in the Women’s Cricket World Cup as the final league match between India and Bangladesh was abandoned at Navi Mumbai on Sunday.

'No doubt' England make World Cup final - Hartley

There is ’’no doubt’’ that England will reach the Women’s World Cup final, said former spinner Alex Hartley after Nat Sciver-Brunt’s side thrashed New Zealand to conclude the group stage.

Chamod, Safiya Crowned South Asia’s Fastest Sprinters

Sri Lankan athletes Chamod Yodhsingha and Safiya Yamic emerged as South Asia’s fastest man and woman at the 4th South Asian Senior Athletics Championship 2025, which concluded today in Ranchi, India.

Suspected gunman in Weligama Chairman murder arrested in Maharagama

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID), with support from the State Intelligence Service (SIS), have arrested a suspect believed to be the shooter in the murder of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekera.

Two more arrested over Weligama PS Chairman’s murder

Two more suspects believed to be involved in the murder of Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekera have been arrested, police said.

Deep depression over Bay of Bengal likely to intensify into severe cyclone by Oct 28

The Meteorology Department has warned that a depression over the southeast Bay of Bengal has intensified into a deep depression and is likely to develop into a severe cyclonic storm by October 28.

Two arrested over theft of jewels at Louvre museum in Paris

Two suspects have been arrested over the theft of precious crown jewels from Paris’s Louvre museum, French media say.

Actor Satish Shah dies at 74 In Mumbai

Veteran actor Satish Shah died on Saturday. He was 74. Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit confirmed the news to NDTV.

Govt plans mobile phone ban for children below 12

Sri Lanka plans to prohibit the use of smartphones by school children under the age of 12, Child Affairs Minister Saroja Paulraj said.

Saudi passenger arrested for assaulting flight attendants on SriLankan Airlines flight

A 28-year-old Saudi national has been arrested after assaulting two flight attendants on a SriLankan Airlines flight from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Drug eradication requires more than police: Minister

Minister Vijitha Herath said that eradicating the drug menace requires more than police action alone, urging communities at the village level to actively work to stop the sale and consumption of drugs.

Ella Odyssey train derails at Watagoda

The Ella Odyssey train, which departed Colombo Fort Railway Station at 5.30 a.m. for Badulla, derailed this afternoon (26) at Watagoda Railway Station, the Railways Department said.

Trump dances on red carpet as he lands in Malaysia

US President Donald Trump landed in Malaysia on Sunday at Kuala Lumpur’s international airport and was greeted by Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, as he was seen dancing briefly with a group of Malaysians performing a traditional dance.

India-Sri Lanka ferry service suspended

The international ferry service between Nagapattinam and Kankesanthurai, Sri Lanka, has been suspended with the onset of the northeast monsoon. Operations will resume in Dec.

Decision-making should reflect people’s needs: Minister Abayaratne

In order to make the best decisions at crucial moments when working for the people, we need a vision for the future. When we take action, we must carefully weigh the pros and cons, Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government Minister Dr. Chandana Abayaratne said.

Cambodia and Thailand sign expanded ceasefire alongside truce-broker Trump

The leaders of Thailand and Cambodia signed an enhanced ceasefire deal on Sunday in the presence of U.S. President Donald Trump, whose intervention in their fierce border conflict earned him a Nobel Peace Prize nomination.