Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa stated that discussions between the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) and the United National Party (UNP) have made positive progress, expressing optimism about a successful outcome. MORE..
24 Jan 2026 (5:11 PM)
Former Minister Bandula Gunawardena has stated that Sri Lanka currently lacks the financial strength required to withstand either domestic natural disasters or sudden external shocks arising from foreign countries. MORE..
24 Jan 2026 (2:02 PM)
The Chief of Staff and Deputy Secretary-General of Parliament, Chaminda Kularatne, has reportedly been temporarily interdicted. MORE..
24 Jan 2026 (2:44 PM)
Six passengers were injured in a head-on collision involving a Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) bus and a private bus in the Soragune area of Haldummulla. MORE..
24 Jan 2026 (12:59 PM)
Following direct discussions conducted by the Inspector General of Police (IGP) with the Government of India, the Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka, and Indian security authorities, an organized criminal who was the subject of an international Red Notice and residing overseas has been repatriated to Sri Lanka from India by air. MORE..
24 Jan 2026 (9:56 PM)
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially replaced Bangladesh with Scotland in the ICC Men s T20 World Cup 2026, following Bangladesh s decision not to travel to India due to security concerns. MORE..
24 Jan 2026 (5:23 PM)