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Daily Horoscope: April 14, 2025 – Astrological Predictions for All Zodiac Signs

Daily Horoscope: Read today's horoscope, April 14, 2025. Today we'll be taking a closer look at what the stars have in store for each of the 12 zodiac signs.

1,320 Arrested in Island-wide Excise Raids During New Year Season

The Excise Department says 1,320 individuals have been arrested in connection with island-wide raids carried out during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festive period.

Aluth Avurudu Nakath Sittuwa – Avurudu Litha 2025 | Sinhala & Tamil New Year Auspicious Times

As we welcome another vibrant Sinhala and Tamil New Year, it’s time to honor the age-old traditions that bring families together, invoke blessings, and set the tone for a prosperous year ahead.

Several Spells of Showers Expected Today, Public Urged to Take Precautions

The Department of Meteorology has forecast several spells of showers and thundershowers across various parts of the island today.

Namal Rajapaksa Meets Indian PM Modi at Rising Bharat Summit 2025

Sri Lankan Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa met Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the Rising Bharat Summit 2025 held Yesterday.

Fairly Heavy Showers Expected in Several Provinces Today – Met Department Warns of Lightning and Strong Winds

Residents are urged to take necessary precautions to reduce the risks associated with temporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.

Former State Minister Pilleyan Arrested by CID in Batticaloa

Former State Minister Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan, commonly known as ‘Pilleyan’, has been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) today

Govt. Approves Recruitment of Nearly 19,000 Graduates and Youth into State Sector

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to recruit 18,853 graduates and youth into the state service, as part of the government’s efforts to tackle rising unemployment.

Cabinet Approves Private Sector Wage Increases Following Budget Proposals

The Cabinet has approved amendments to the National Minimum Wage of Employees Act No. 3 of 2016, aligning private sector salaries with the 2025 Budget Proposals and recent public sector pay hikes.

Heat Advisory Issued for Multiple Provinces

The Department of Meteorology has issued a heat advisory for the Western, Northern, North-Central, North-Western, and Eastern provinces, as well as the Monaragala district.

Parliament Approves Motion to Appoint Committee to Remove IGP Tennakoon

The motion received overwhelming support, with 151 Members of Parliament voting in favor and none opposing.

Lushanthan Karthick Contesting in the Kotahena East Ward as a UNP Candidate

He is the old boy of Royal College and former member of Youth Parliament.

Police Offer Reward for Information on Woman Wanted in Ganemulla Sanjeewa Murder

The Acting Inspector General of Police (IGP) has decided to provide a monetary gift for those helping find the wanted woman while maintaining the confidentiality of the informers.

Middeniya shooting : 09-year-old boy dies

The boy was pronounced dead today after receiving treatment at the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) of the Embilipitiya Hospital.

Ganemulla Sanjeewa Shot Dead at Court!

Ganemulla Sanjeewa, a known underworld figure, was shot dead in a gun attack at the Colombo Hulftsdorp Court complex today.

Long waiting lists at government hospitals for surgeries

A special discussion between Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake and the heads of the health sector was held today (18) at the Presidential Secretariat.