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Five suspects including woman arrested over Jinthupitiya shooting

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- Five suspects, including a woman, have been arrested in connection with the shooting incident in Jinthupitiya, which resulted in the death of one person and caused injuries to tw... Read More


Cold weather triggers rise in viral infections across Sri Lanka - Health experts

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- Health authorities have reported an increase in the spread of several viral diseases coinciding with the prevailing cold weather conditions in Sri Lanka. Senior Medical Officer ... Read More


Sri Lankan arrested for illegal entry into Israel

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- A 43-year-old Sri Lankan has been arrested on charges of illegally entering into Israel and unlawfully transporting a foreign national. According to the International Division o... Read More


75-year-old man sentenced to death over 2015 murder

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- The Anuradhapura High Court has sentenced a 75-year-old man to death for murdering an individual in 2015 with a sharp weapon. However, two of his sons who were co-accused in the... Read More


EU reaffirms support for Sri Lanka's reform agenda and long-term growth

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- The European Union has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka's reform agenda and long-term growth priorities. The assurance was given during a meeting between Europe... Read More


Last-minute revision in Grade 6 English language module carried out without proper methodology: Minister Bimal

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- It has been revealed that a last-minute revision to the Grade 6 English language module introduced under the new education reforms was carried out without following the proper me... Read More


Rs. 380 million recovered from foreign employment scams returned to victims

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- A discussion was held between officers of the Enforcement Division of the Sri Lanka Bureau of Foreign Employment (SLBFE) and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employ... Read More


120 killed in 113 fatal road accidents reported so far this year

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- A total of 113 fatal road accidents have been reported so far this year, the Deputy Inspector General of Police in charge of Traffic and Road Safety Range, W. P. J. Senadeera sta... Read More


Sovereignty, integrity of Greenland, Denmark's territory "non-negotiable": European Commission

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Tuesday that the European Union stands in full solidarity with Greenland and the Kingdom of Denmark, stressing that their ... Read More


Suspect arrested with over Rs. 283 mln, two vehicles in Ibbagamuwa

Sri Lanka, Jan. 20 -- A suspect has been arrested under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act with Rs. 283,300,000 in cash and two vehicles suspected to have been illegally acquired. The arrest was ... Read More