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…
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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 Bus fares likely to go up by over 10%; cabinet approval sought
Bus fares in Sri Lanka may rise by more than 10% due to rising fuel prices. The National Transport Commission (NTC) plans to submit a proposal for Cabinet…
Politics Iran is charging $2m from ships passing through Strait of Hormuz - Iranian MP
An Iranian lawmaker, Alaeddin Boroujrrdi, stated on state television today that Iran is charging some ships that pass through the Strait of Hormuz a fee of $2…
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 Iran threatens to destroy energy sites across Middle East if Trump sticks to 48-hour Hormuz ultimatum
Iran has issued a warning that global oil prices will remain high for a long time if its vital energy facilities are attacked. The country has threatened to…
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,…
Politics Sri Lanka looks to India-backed Trincomalee project amid energy crisis
Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister, Vijitha Herath, stated that upgrading the oil tank farms from World War II in the Trincomalee district is the “permanent…
Politics It does not appear the US is prepared to halt its aggression - Iranian foreign minister
Iran's foreign minister expressed support for any efforts aimed at fully ending the ongoing war, stating that this conflict has been forced upon the nation. In…
Politics Iran says Natanz nuclear facility has been targeted again
Iran's Atomic Energy Organisation (AEOI) announced that the Natanz nuclear facility in central Iran has faced another attack this morning. In a statement…
Politics LPBOA warns of up to 50% reduction in bus services over fuel shortages
The President of the Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA), Gemunu Wijeratne, has expressed concerns about the lack of proper regulation for fuel…
Politics Sri Lanka–Japan defence ties strengthened at high-level meeting in Tokyo
Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd.), who is the Deputy Minister of Defence, met with Japan's Minister of Defense, Shinjirō Koizumi, at the Ministry of…
Politics Trump considers winding down Iran war, says others must guard Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump stated that the United States is “very close” to reaching its goals in the conflict with Iran and hinted at a possible reduction of…
Politics Trump says US wants talks with Iran but there s nobody to talk to after killing of senior officials
US President Donald Trump stated on Friday that the United States wants to talk with Iran, but he expressed that there is "nobody to talk to" after recent…
Politics US sending Marines and amphibious assault ship to Middle East, officials say
The U.S. military is sending a large amphibious assault ship along with thousands of extra Marines and sailors to the Middle East, according to three U.S.…
Politics Enforcement of mandatory seat belts law for vehicles using expressways postponed
The law that requires all drivers and passengers in vehicles on expressways in Sri Lanka to wear seat belts, which was set to start today (20), has been…