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T20 World Cup trophy arrives in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, Jan. 21 -- The 2026 ICC Men's T20 World Cup trophy is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka today (21), ahead of the global tournament next month. To build excitement for the event, the trophy ... Read More


24 electrical trade unions threaten strike

Sri Lanka, Jan. 21 -- 24 trade unions within the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) warned of an immediate strike without prior notice if the government issues the gazette to dissolve the board without fu... Read More


Suspect arrested with narcotics

Sri Lanka, Jan. 21 -- A 45-year-old suspect was apprehended by the Special Task Force (STF) in possession of 61.8kg of "ICE". The seized drugs carry an estimated market value exceeding Rs. 900 millio... Read More


Schools to reopen today

Sri Lanka, Jan. 21 -- The second phase of the first school term for the 2026 academic year commences today (21), across all government and state-approved private schools. This follows a temporary clo... Read More


Controversial coal ship cargo faces a heavy fine

Sri Lanka, Jan. 21 -- Over 2 million dollars in losses must be recovered from the first shipment of a controversial coal tender. Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody revealed these findings during a sessi... Read More


Government radiologists launch 24-hour strike

Sri Lanka, Jan. 21 -- A 24-hour symbolic strike began at 8:00 AM today (21), organised by the Government Association of Radiological Technologists. The union launched the protest because authorities ... Read More


Weather patterns expected to shift

Sri Lanka, Jan. 21 -- A change in the prevailing dry weather conditions will likely occur starting January 23. The Department of Meteorology issued a statement noting that while most of the island cu... Read More


Alleged gang member released by Dubai authorities

Sri Lanka, Jan. 21 -- Criminal gang member Ranjith Kumara, alias "Konda Ranji," was reportedly released by security forces in Dubai. This development follows his recent arrest, along with his wife an... Read More


Road deaths hit 120 in early January

Sri Lanka, Jan. 21 -- A total of 120 fatalities resulted from 113 major road incidents between January 1 and January 19, 2026. Deputy Inspector General of Police for Traffic Control and Road Safety, ... Read More


JSA warns against baseless attacks on judiciary

Sri Lanka, Jan. 21 -- The Judicial Service Association (JSA) expressed severe concern yesterday (20) regarding unfounded criticisms that threaten the independence of the court system and erode public ... Read More