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Politics Israeli opposition leader says Israel must continue Iran war even if US withdraws
Israeli opposition leader Avigdor Lieberman stated on Monday that Israel should keep fighting against Iran even if the United States pulls out. This comes…
Politics Colombian military plane carrying more than 100 troops crashes on takeoff
A Colombian military transport plane crashed shortly after taking off in the southern region of the country, carrying over 100 personnel, as stated by Vice…
Politics Russia calls for political settlement over Iran as Trump says US talking to Tehran
On Monday, March 23, Russia urged for a "political and diplomatic" solution to the conflict in the Middle East. This call came as US President Donald Trump…
Politics Bus fares increased by 12.19%; Minimum fare at Rs. 30
Bus fares in Sri Lanka will rise by 12.19 percent starting at midnight today, October 23, according to Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa. The…
Politics Private bus operators to resume normal operations tomorrow after bus fare hike – LPBOA
The Lankan Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) has expressed its approval of the new bus fares set by the National Transport Commission (NTC). As a result,…
Politics Strait of Hormuz will be “open very soon” and US and Iran would jointly control it- Trump
President Donald Trump stated on CNN Monday that the Strait of Hormuz will be “open very soon.” He expressed a desire to have this crucial shipping route…
Politics Nishikant Dubey slams Congress for ceding Katchatheevu to Sri Lanka
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Nishikant Dubey criticized the Congress and DMK on Monday for giving away India 's maritime rights by ceding Katchatheevu…
Politics Price of bread up by Rs. 10 while prices of other bakery products also increased
The All Ceylon Bakery Owners’ Association announced that starting from midnight today (23), the price of a 450-gram loaf of bread will rise by Rs. 10. This…
Politics Three-wheeler fares increased
The government has raised three-wheeler fares due to a recent change in fuel prices. Now, the cost for the first kilometre is set at Rs. 110, up from Rs. 100 .…
Politics UK sees no evidence of Iran targeting Britain, says PM Starmer
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated on Monday that there is “no assessment” indicating that Iran is targeting the UK , despite recent military changes in the…
Politics Sri Lanka and Australia hold talks to strengthen bilateral ties
This morning (23), a meeting took place at the Presidential Secretariat between Prabath Chandrakeerthi, the Chief of Staff to the President of Sri Lanka, and…
Politics Oman working toward safe passage of vessels through Strait of Hormuz
Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi announced today that Oman is “working hard” to ensure the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. He pointed…
Politics Iran threatens to attack Mideast electrical plants powering US bases
As the deadline set by U.S. President Donald Trump to open the Strait of Hormuz nears, Iran issued a warning on Monday about potentially attacking electrical…
Politics Macron calls for halt to attacks on energy facilities in talks with Saudi Crown Prince
French Prime Minister Emmanuel Macron spoke with Mohammed bin Salman, the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, on Monday. During their discussion, Macron emphasized…
Politics North Korea s Kim Jong Un reappointed as president of state affairs
North Korea has reappointed Kim Jong Un as the president of state affairs, according to state media on Monday, March 23. His re-election as the leader of the…
Politics ADB Chief arrives in Sri Lanka on official visit
Masato Kanda, the President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), arrived in Sri Lanka today, October 23, for an official visit. He mentioned that he chose this…
Politics Bus fare revision proposal to be presented to Cabinet today
The Cabinet will discuss a proposal to raise bus fares today, October 23. The National Transport Commission (NTC) explained that the recent rise in fuel…
Politics Container haulage charges to increase by 20%
Import and export container transport fees will rise by 20% starting at midnight today (22) because of the recent increase in fuel prices, as announced by the…
Politics Diesel to be used for nighttime power generation amid fuel supply concerns
Minister Nalinda Jayatissa announced that a decision about a possible increase in electricity tariffs will be made public on April 01, 2026. During a media…
Politics No decision taken to restrict school days due to fuel situation – Minister
Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa announced that the government has not made any decision to limit school days because of fuel issues in Sri Lanka. He shared this…
Politics Three-wheeler taxi drivers seek fare increase for first km amid rising fuel costs
The National Joint Three-Wheeler Drivers and Industrial Workers’ Association (NJTWDIWA) has officially asked the government to allow a Rs. 20 increase in the…
Politics Iran threatens to target US, Israeli infrastructure if attacked amid Trump s power plant ultimatum
Iran issued a warning on Sunday, stating that it would target all US and Israeli infrastructure in the region if its facilities were attacked. This threat…
Politics Over 100 injured in Arad, Dimona in Iranian strikes; Netanyahu vows to attack Tehran on all fronts
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with the Mayor of Arad, Yair Maayan, on Sunday and expressed his thoughts for those hurt in recent attacks. The…
Politics Britain s meningitis outbreak cases rise to 34, official says
The count of meningitis cases in a serious outbreak tied to a nightclub in south-east England has increased from 29 to 34, with 23 of those confirmed,…