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The death toll from the tragic house fire in Galenbindunuwewa has risen to three following the passing of the suspect’s wife while undergoing treatment.The incident occurred at around 2:00 a.m. today (6 January) in the Padikaramaduwa area of Nuwaragam Colony. According to police, a 43-year-old man set fire to his own residence using petrol following a domestic dispute. The man and his 13-year-old daughter died at the scene.The Galenbindunuwewa Police confirmed that the suspect’s 36-year-old wife, who had been hospitalized with critical burn injuries, passed away shortly thereafter.A 15-year-old daughter, a 20-year-old son, and a 66-year-old mother-in-law sustained burn injuries and…

Delcy Rodríguez was sworn in as Venezuela’s interim president in a parliamentary session that began with demands for the release of ousted leader Nicolás Maduro from US custody.Rodríguez, 56, vice president since 2018, said she was pained by what she called the “kidnapping” of Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, who were seized by US forces in an overnight raid on Saturday.In a dramatic scene inside a New York court room two hours earlier, Maduro had insisted he was still president of Venezuela as he pleaded not guilty to four charges of drug trafficking and terrorism.Meanwhile the US faced sharp…

The Bangladesh government has imposed an indefinite ban on the telecast and promotion of the Indian Premier League (IPL) following the controversy surrounding the removal of fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman from the Kolkata Knight Riders squad.In an official order, authorities confirmed that all IPL-related broadcasts, promotions and event coverage have been suspended with immediate effect. The directive will remain in force until further notice and, according to the statement, has been approved by the competent authority in the interest of the public.The decision comes in the wake of Kolkata Knight Riders dropping Mustafizur Rahman ahead of the IPL 2026 season.…

The lowest temperature in Sri Lanka today (06) was recorded from the Nuwara Eliya Meteorological Station as 14.2 degrees Celsius, according to the Department of Meteorology.This was recorded based on data reported by the regional data collection stations of the Department of Meteorology during the early morning hours today.Additionally, it has been reported that the highest rainfall recorded yesterday (05) was 173.5 mm, from Lahugala, Ampara.

The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued a level 3 ‘Red’ landslide evacuation warning for three areas in two districts within the Central Province.Accordingly, the landslide warning issued by the NBRO which was issued at 12.00 p.m. today (06) will remain in effect for the next 24 hours. The warnings are in effect for residents of Udadumbara in the Kandy District, and Nildandhahinna and Walapane in the Nuwara Eliya District. Meanwhile, landslide warnings advising residents to remain alert have been issued for three districts, while cautionary advisories have been issued for four other districts, the NBRO said.Level 3 ‘Red’…

The Chief Opposition Whip, Gayantha Karunathilaka, today requested in Parliament that the chairmanship of the Special Committee, proposed to be appointed to investigate the lack of preparedness for Cyclone ‘Ditwah,’ be assigned to the opposition.In addition to the chairmanship, Karunathilaka called for a revision of the committee’s overall composition. He highlighted that a formal written request, signed by several Members of Parliament, had been submitted to the Speaker on 18 December.Responding to the request, the Speaker of Parliament stated that the process regarding the formation and structure of the committee is currently underway.

Former Minister Harin Fernando has appeared before the Badulla Magistrate’s Court this morning (6 January) in connection with an ongoing case concerning alleged violations of election laws during the last General Election.When the case was taken up today, Badulla Magistrate Udith Gunathilaka ordered it to be recalled on May 05, said Ada Derana reporter.Fernando was previously arrested on November 20 last year by the Badulla Headquarters Police when he arrived to provide a statement regarding the incident. Following his production before the Badulla Magistrate’s Court on the same day, he was released on a personal bail of Rs. 500,000.The charges…

The Railway Department has announced the resumption of the Pulathisi Intercity Train service, with operations scheduled to recommence from January 9, 2026. Accordingly, the train will operate from Colombo Fort to Batticaloa every Friday, and from Batticaloa to Colombo Fort every Sunday.The Railway Department stated that the frequency of these train journeys is expected to be increased in the future in line with passenger demand.Train Schedule:Train No. 6075Colombo Fort – Departure 12.45 PMBatticaloa – Arrival 08.07 PMTrain No. 6076Batticaloa – Departure 04.00 AMColombo Fort – Arrival 11.30 AMMeanwhile, the Ella Odyssey Train is scheduled to resume operations between Ambewela and Badulla…

A total of five individuals have reportedly died in Waikkala, Wennappuwa, following the suspected consumption of illicit liquor.According to police, three bodies were recovered inside a residence, while two other individuals, who were in critical condition, passed away after being admitted to Wennappuwa Hospital.Marawila Police are conducting further investigation into the incident.

National People’s Power (NPP) Parliamentarian Lakshman Nipuna Arachchi has announced that a new bill has been submitted to Parliament with the objective of addressing the persistent issues associated with microfinance loans.Speaking at an event held in Colombo, the MP emphasized the severity of the crisis, stating that about 200 women have reportedly died by suicide after being overwhelmed by microfinance-related debt. Meanwhile, reports have surfaced regarding a large-scale financial fraud involving the unauthorized use of the name and logo of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE). Niroshan Wijesundere, Senior Vice President of the CSE, confirmed that the scam was carried out through a…