U.S. to deport 3,065 Sri Lankans amid crackdown on illegal immigrants

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has announced that among the foreigners set to be deported by the new American administration, 3,065 are Sri Lankans.



N.B.M. Ranatunga Resigns as NHDA Chairman

The Chairman of the National Housing Development Authority (NHDA), N.B.M. Ranatunga, has resigned.



Sri Lanka’s Ishadi Amanda secures First Runner-Up title at 40th Mrs. World Pageant

Sri Lanka’s Ishadi Amanda made history as the first runner-up at the 40th Mrs. World pageant, held in Las Vegas, USA.



Sri Lanka Customs launches 4-day drive to clear container backlog

Sri Lanka Customs has announced the launch of a four-day operation to clear the backlog of containers at Colombo Port.



Three shot dead in Hiniduma, Galle

Three people were shot dead in the Mahabodhiwatta area of Hiniduma, Galle.



Governor Hanif Yusoof files CID complaint against ‘Baseless’ allegations

Western Province Governor Hanif Yusoof has filed a complaint with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) regarding allegations against him concerning the unauthorized release of containers from the Colombo Port without inspection.



Sri Lanka’s 77th Independence Day celebrations open to public

The Sri Lankan government has decided to open the 77th Independence Day celebrations to the public, allowing greater participation, Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils, and Local Government, Dr. A.H.M.H. Abayarathna, announced today (January 30).



Former Public Administration Secretary Priyantha Mayadunne arrested

Former Secretary to the Ministry of Public Administration, Priyantha Mayadunne, has been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) today (January 30) over alleged financial misappropriation.



Sri Lankan Prime Minister stresses humanitarian focus in “Clean Sri Lanka” program

Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized the humanitarian objectives at the heart of the “Clean Sri Lanka” program, calling for a transformative shift in public attitudes and behavior.



Industry Minister Handunnetti reviews Lanka Mineral Sands factory operations

Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Sunil Handunnetti, participated in an inspection of the Lanka Mineral Sands Limited (LMSL) factory in Pulmoddai on January 29, 2025.



American Airlines jet collides with helicopter near Washington’s Reagan Airport

A passenger jet and a U.S. Army helicopter collided in midair and crashed into the Potomac River near Washington’s Reagan National Airport on Wednesday night.



UN offers support for Sri Lanka’s asset search and anti-corruption efforts

The United Nations has stated that its agencies are ready to cooperate in locating hidden assets that the Sri Lankan government hopes to find.



Sri Lanka President announces record Rs. 1.35 Trillion for capital investment in 2025 budget

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that the upcoming budget is expected to allocate Rs. 1.35 trillion for government capital investment expenditure, marking the highest capital expenditure by any government in recent times.



Shooting attempt fails due to gun malfunction in Maha Induruwa

A shooting incident has been reported in the Maha Induruwa area within the Kosgoda Police Division.



Mavai Senathirajah passes away

Former Member of Parliament from Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK), Mavai Senathirajah, passed away a short while ago at the age of 82.



Sri Lanka’s Defence Ministry clarifies incident injuring Indian fishermen

Two Indian fishermen were injured due to the accidental discharge of a firearm by a Sri Lanka Navy personnel while they aggressively attempted to seize weapons and defied lawful orders during their apprehension on January 27, 2025.