Sri Lanka, Jan. 1 -- A new study by the Institute of Policy Studies of Sri Lanka (IPS) has revealed the extent and nature of sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV) experienced by Sri Lankan female mi... Read More
Sri Lanka, Jan. 1 -- Kalutara North Police arrested a 27-year-old man who attempted to smuggle four types of narcotics worth over Rs. 400,000 to an inmate at the Kalutara Prison. The illegal substanc... Read More
Sri Lanka, Jan. 1 -- A vast number of devotees from across the country arrived at the sacred city of Kataragama today (01) to seek blessings for the newly dawned year 2026. Many pilgrims had arrived ... Read More
Sri Lanka, Jan. 1 -- The Kandy Police Crime Division has arrested three suspects for allegedly stealing two high-capacity motorcycles that were being held as case evidence at the Kandy Court complex. ... Read More
India, Jan. 1 -- The government has imposed additional excise duty on tobacco products from 1 February 2025, making cigarettes costlier for an estimated 10 core smokers in the world's most populous co... Read More
India, Jan. 1 -- The government has imposed additional excise duty on tobacco products from 1 February 2026, making cigarettes costlier for an estimated 10 crore smokers in the world's most populous c... Read More
New Delhi, Jan. 1 -- The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) launches a new logo and mascot on 1st January 2026. The launch marks a significant milestone in MoSPI's efforts to... Read More
Washington DC, Jan. 1 -- US President Donald Trump held a New Year bash at his Florida resort on Thursday and when he was quizzed about his wish for the New Year he said he wanted peace on Earth, repo... Read More
India, Jan. 1 -- Camila Mendoza Olmos left her home in the San Antonio area on foot on the morning of Wednesday, December 24, prompting a massive search by authorities and volunteers. Her body was lat... Read More
Sri Lanka, Jan. 1 -- The Sri Lanka Tri-Forces have made a significant financial contribution of over Rs. 372 million to the 'Rebuilding Sri Lanka' fund, aimed at supporting recovery efforts following ... Read More