The government has had to allocate an additional Rs. 220 billion in 2026 to fund basic salary increases granted to doctors and the entire public service, Cabinet Spokesperson and Minister of Health Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated. MORE..
27 Jan 2026 (9:00 PM)
The highest temperature in the country today (27) was recorded from the Ratnapura Meteorological Station at 34.7°C, the Department of Meteorology noted. MORE..
27 Jan 2026 (9:29 PM)
A 28-year-old man has died after being shot during a private party held in the Tsunamiwatta in Ambalangoda, police stated. MORE..
27 Jan 2026 (10:59 PM)
Former Minister P. Harrison has recorded a statement with the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID). MORE..
27 Jan 2026 (6:23 PM)
A shooting incident has been reported in Ambalangoda, police stated. MORE..
27 Jan 2026 (10:13 PM)
China has cancelled all scheduled flights on 49 air routes with Japan as the Chinese foreign ministry reiterated travel warnings, urging citizens to avoid visiting Japan, especially during the upcoming Chinese New Year holiday. MORE..
27 Jan 2026 (5:32 PM)