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Indonesian VP postpones Yahukimo visit over security concerns

Jayapura, Papua, Jan. 15 -- Indonesian Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka has postponed a planned working visit to Yahukimo District in Papua due to security concerns, a regional military commander... Read More


Island-wide rainy weather expected to subside

Sri Lanka, Jan. 15 -- Showery conditions across the island are likely to diminish beginning today (15). The shift suggests a move toward clearer conditions for most of the country. Limited rainfall r... Read More


Hindu devotees celebrate Thai Pongal festival today

Sri Lanka, Jan. 15 -- Thai Pongal, a major religious festival for Hindu devotees, is being celebrated today (15). Known as a harvest festival, it is observed with great reverence by Hindus residing al... Read More


Meghalaya bans illegal import of fish from Bangladesh

Shillong, Jan. 15 -- District authorities in Meghalaya's Eastern West Khasi Hills has prohibited the transportation, storage, sale or distribution of fish illegally imported from Bangladesh. In her o... Read More


Biker Van Beveren claims Stage 10 win at Dakar Rally

Riyadh, Jan. 15 -- French rider Adrien Van Beveren of Monster Energy Honda HRC won Stage 10 of the 2026 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia, while France's Mathieu Serradori claimed the Ultimate-class car sta... Read More


Arbeloa debut ends in shock as Albacete stun Madrid

Madrid, Jan. 15 -- Alvaro Arbeloa's debut as Real Madrid coach ended in a shock exit from the Copa del Rey after a 3-2 defeat away to second-tier Albacete. Arbeloa showed faith in the Castilla B-team... Read More


Outgoing US Ambassador meets Prime Minister

Sri Lanka, Jan. 15 -- US Ambassador Julie Chung met Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya at Temple Trees yesterday (14) to mark the conclusion of her tenure in Sri Lanka. The Prime Minister expressed ... Read More


US pauses immigrant visa processing for 75 countries

Sri Lanka, Jan. 15 -- The Trump administration is placing an indefinite pause on immigrant visa processing from 75 countries, further restricting the legal routes for entering the US. The State Depar... Read More


Major drug distributor for organised crime figures arrested

Sri Lanka, Jan. 15 -- A key suspect responsible for distributing narcotics for alleged organised criminals and drug traffickers known as "Homagama Handaya" and "Army Asanka" was arrested by the Walana... Read More


President to visit Mannar and Jaffna

Sri Lanka, Jan. 15 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will participate in several events in Mannar and Jaffna today (15) and tomorrow (16). Reports indicate a busy schedule focused on cultural cele... Read More