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A-Z of 2025: Aditya Dhar and Dhurandhar wave to Saiyaara fever and Zendaya's engagement to Tom Holland

India, Dec. 30 -- From a war to plane crashes, knife attacks to cancelled weddings, 2025 was nothing short of a Hindi feature film, full of action, drama and emotions. Here's a dekko of it all. Filmm... Read More


Amazon techie hits back at trolls after being mocked for Santa pic: '90s mindset'

India, Dec. 30 -- On December 27, a woman named Charvi shared a photograph on social media. The picture showed her and her friend posing with a man dressed in a Santa Claus costume. "Google, Amazon an... Read More


Minnesota fraud row update: 98 people charged, more than 60 found guilty; Pam Bondi gives shoutout to Nick Shirley

India, Dec. 30 -- The U.S. Department of Justice has announced that they have charged several people in connection to fraud in Minnesota after content creator and independent journalist Nick Shirley e... Read More


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


Planning a NYE party? Try out 3 fun new year's inspired cocktail ideas to ring in 2026 in style

India, Dec. 30 -- The New Year is almost here, and if you're hosting an NYE party, this is your cue to ditch the predictable pours and go all out. This year, elevate your celebrations with fancy, New ... Read More


Heart surgeon explains the difference between the 2 types of arterial plaques and the disease risks they pose

India, Dec. 30 -- Heart disease and the risk of a heart attack are often linked to one phrase doctors mention time and again - plaque build-up in the arteries. But what exactly is this plaque, and why... 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