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Former prison guard arrested over 2009 Kalutara prison shooting

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- A former prison guard was taken into custody by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) 16 years after a shooting incident at the Kalutara Prison resulted in the deaths of si... Read More


Another breakdown at Norochcholai

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- Two of the three power generators at the Norochcholai coal power plant remain out of operation. A senior spokesperson from the plant informed Hiru News that despite this situati... Read More


China to help establish islandwide EV charging network

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- A meeting between the Chinese Ambassador, Qi Zhenhong, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs took place yesterday (29) to discuss recovery efforts and future infrastructure develop... Read More


Showers and strong winds forecast for several provinces

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- Showers are expected at times in the Northern, Eastern, and Uva provinces, as well as in the Matale, Nuwara-Eliya, and Polonnaruwa districts. Certain locations within these areas... Read More


Special traffic plan announced for New Year celebrations

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- A comprehensive traffic and security plan will be implemented in Colombo to ensure public safety and minimise congestion during the 2026 New Year celebrations. The Police Media ... Read More


New Air Force Media Spokesperson appointed

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- Group Captain Nalin Wewakumbura assumed duties as the new Media Spokesperson for the Sri Lanka Air Force. The appointment formally commenced on the 26th of December. The Air Fo... Read More


Hiru Media Network sweeps 2025 People's Excellency Awards

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- The 2025 People's Excellency Awards took place last night (29) at the Waters Edge premises in Battaramulla, where Hiru Media Network secured numerous top honours. Hiru TV claime... Read More


Young man dies in a motorcycle mishap

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- A 23-year-old from Pelawatta lost his life in a tragic road incident just one day after sharing plans to relocate his family to a better home. Pasindu Dilan Poorna Madanayaka, t... Read More


Toddler dies in tragic road collision

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- A two-year-old girl lost her life following a collision on the Aluthgama-Mathugama road while returning from a religious trip. MinasiOnara, aged two years, died when the motorcy... Read More


NPP PS Chairman arrested

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- The Chairman (NPP) of the Ganga Ihala Korale PS, Kandy, who was arrested for alleged assault, was produced before the Gampola Magistrate's Court today (30). Published by HT Digi... Read More