Dry conditions prevail as frost risk looms in Nuwara Eliya

Issuing the weather forecast for the next 36 hours, the Department of Meteorology said today that mainly dry weather will prevail across most parts of the country.

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Rupee weakens further against US Dollar

The Sri Lankan Rupee depreciated further against the US Dollar today (16), compared to Wednesday, official Central Bank data showed.

South Korea’s ex-president Yoon given 5-year jail term in first ruling over martial law

A South Korean court on Friday sentenced former President Yoon Suk Yeol to five years in prison on charges that included obstructing attempts by authorities to arrest him following his failed bid to impose martial law in December 2024.

Parents push for education reforms

ITAK opposes 'Praja Shakthi' programme

The Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK) announced its opposition to the ’Praja Shakthi’ programme implemented by the government.

2,447 substandard canned fish destroyed on court order

A stock of 2,447 canned fish found to be unfit for human consumption was destroyed today (16) following an order issued by the Avissawella Magistrate’s Court.

Investigation after Air India jet engine sucks in cargo container at Delhi airport

India’s aviation watchdog has launched an investigation after an Air India plane’s engine sucked in a cargo container while taxiing at the Delhi airport.

Rs. 50 Million gold scam: CID arrests suspect, seeks information

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has launched investigations into a large-scale fraud following a complaint lodged on February 11, 2025, alleging that a resident of the Kelaniya area was cheated in a gold transaction.

About 13.9% of mothers in Sri Lanka develop gestational diabetes

About 13.9 per cent of mothers in Sri Lanka develop diabetes during pregnancy, Chairman of the Sri Lanka Medical Association and Consultant Specialist in Diabetes and Endocrinology, Dr. Manilka Sumanathilaka, said.

Special traffic plan in Colombo during England cricket team’s Sri Lanka tour

Police have implemented a special traffic plan in Colombo in view of the England cricket team’s tour of Sri Lanka.

Outgoing US Ambassador bids farewell to Sajith

Outgoing US Ambassador Juile Chung bid farewell to Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa at the Opposition Leader’s office today.

50 people die daily from alcohol use in Sri Lanka - ADIC

Around 50 people in Sri Lanka die every day due to alcohol, combining deaths from both legal and illegal alcohol use, according to the Alcohol & Drug Information Center (ADIC).

Police obtain 95 red notices against overseas-based organised criminals

Sri Lankan police have obtained red notices against 95 organised criminals currently hiding abroad.

Imposter police officer arrested

A woman in police inspectors’ sports uniform idling near a lodge in the Pettah on Thursday evening (15) was questioned on suspicion by a team of police officers of the Colombo Central Division Crimes Investigation Unit to find that she was not a police officer.

NMRA breaks silence on delay in releasing Ondansetron report

The National Medicines Regulatory Authority (NMRA) has broken its silence over the delay in releasing the laboratory report on the withdrawn Ondansetron injection, saying the testing process is complex and cannot be rushed.

President takes morning walk in Palali

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake was seen taking a morning walk in Palali during his visit to Jaffna yesterday.

Funeral of veteran singer Raju Bandara tomorrow

The funeral of veteran singer and musician Raju Bandara is scheduled to be held tomorrow (17) afternoon at the Borella Cemetery.

IMF fact-finding mission to visit Sri Lanka from January 22 to 28

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced that a fact-finding mission will visit Sri Lanka from January 22 to 28 to assess the impact of the recent Cyclone Ditwah.

SLTDA launches special programme to boost tourism targets

The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has launched a special programme aimed at achieving the country’s tourism targets for this year, SLTDA Chairman Buddhika Hewawasam said.

1,000 deeds for zone C farmers

CID records statements from six officers attached to NIE

Statements have been recorded from six individuals, including senior officials of the National Institute of Education (NIE), in connection with the inclusion of a link to a pornographic website in a Grade Six English module.

Three suspects arrested in Dubai brought back to Sri Lanka

Two organised criminals who had been hiding in Dubai, along with a woman wanted in connection with a money laundering investigation, were arrested by a special police team and brought to Sri Lanka this morning (16).

Japanese smart engineering expertise sought for landslides prevention

A Japanese expert will arrive in Sri Lanka for collaboration in the application of smart engineering methods for slope stabilization as a measure for landslides prevention in the future, an official said.

Opposition files complaint with CIABOC on misuse of Rs 500 Mn. involved in education reforms

The Opposition has filed a complaint with the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) on misuse of Rs 500 million involved in education reforms.

Singapore’s opposition leader stripped of title after conviction for lying

Singapore’s Leader of the Opposition in parliament, Pritam Singh, has been stripped of his title by the prime minister following a vote by lawmakers.

Nearly 12 million TINs issued as registration becomes mandatory

Nearly 12 million Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TIN) have been issued since the gazette notification making TIN registration mandatory for all individuals aged 18 and above, Inland Revenue Department (IRD) Commissioner Nandana Kumara said.

Cyclone Ditwah forces families to sell cattle, jewellery and vehicles to survive, UNDP survey finds

A recent survey by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has revealed that some victims devastated by Cyclone Ditwah are increasingly selling personal assets - cattle, jewellery, tools, and even vehicles and relying on subsistence activities to survive, underscoring the depth of the socioeconomic crisis left in the storm’s wake.

Sinopec delegation to arrive for talks on US$3.7bn Hambantota refinery

A high-level delegation from Sinopec is expected to arrive in Sri Lanka early next month to work on the finalization of agreement for the oil refinery project in Hambantota, a source familiar with the process told the Daily Mirror yesterday.

Milk tea price cut by Rs.10 from today

The All Ceylon Restaurant and Bar Owners Association has announced a reduction in the price of a cup of milk tea by Rs.10 with effect from today (16).