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Politics SriLankan Airlines and govt finalise $175 million bond restructuring
SriLankan Airlines and the Government of Sri Lanka have finalized the restructuring of the airline’s international bonds, achieving over 99% participation.…
Politics US Special Envoy calls on Sri Lanka President to discuss bilateral ties and regional developments
The Special Representative for South and Central Asia from the United States, Sergio Gor, who is also the US Ambassador to India , met with Sri Lanka's…
Politics Court urges amicable settlement in petition filed by ex-Deputy Sec. Gen of Parliament
The Court of Appeal in Sri Lanka has asked both sides to think about settling the case filed by Chaminda Kularatne, the former Deputy Secretary General of…
Politics QR code-related issues for fuel to be resolved by tomorrow - Minister Bimal
Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development Bimal Rathnayake announced that issues related to obtaining QR codes for fuel will be resolved today (19)…
Politics No-confidence motion against Energy Minister submitted to Speaker
Opposition Members of Parliament (MPs) have submitted a no-confidence motion against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody to the Speaker . This occurred a short…
Politics Saudi Arabia says reserves right to respond after Iran attacks Riyadh, east
Saudi Arabia has made it clear that its top priority in the current conflict with Iran is to stop attacks aimed at Gulf countries. Foreign Minister Prince…
Politics No-confidence motion against Energy Minister to be submitted to Speaker today
A no-confidence motion against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody will be presented to the Speaker of Parliament today, the 19th. This motion, signed by members…
Politics Trump threatens to massively blow up major Iranian gas field
US President Donald Trump has shared a lengthy post on Truth Social regarding the recent attack on Iran's South Pars oil field. He stated that the US "knew…
Politics Macron calls for halt to strikes on civilian infrastructure
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for an immediate stop to strikes that hit civilian infrastructure. This statement comes after attacks on gas…
Politics Govt vows strict action against illegal fuel distribution
The Department of Government Information announced that legal actions have begun against fuel station owners who are not following the rules for fuel…
Politics Iran s huge Gulf gas field is struck in major escalation
Iran's large Pars gas field experienced strikes on Wednesday, marking the first known attack on Iranian energy sites in the Gulf during the ongoing…
Politics Iran confirms intelligence minister killed in Israeli strike
Iran has confirmed that its Intelligence Minister, Esmail Khatib, was killed in Israeli airstrikes on Wednesday. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed…
Politics No-confidence motion against Energy Minister to be submitted to Speaker tomorrow
A no-confidence motion against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody will be submitted to the Speaker of Parliament tomorrow, November 19. The motion has been signed…
Politics Iranian intelligence minister killed, Israel says
Iran’s intelligence minister, Esmaeil Khatib, has been reported dead, according to Israel's defense minister. Katz stated that Khatib was "eliminated" in a…
Politics Sri Lanka to dispense fuel for vehicles on odd–even basis
Starting today, March 19, vehicle owners in Sri Lanka will be able to buy fuel using an odd-even number plate system. Dr. Mayura Neththikumarage, the Managing…
Politics Minister assures uninterrupted fuel supply to operators in tourism industry
The Deputy Minister of Tourism, Prof. Ruwan Ranasinghe, has promised that the tourism sector in Sri Lanka will not face fuel shortages that may affect other…
Politics Govt introduces new fuel management system to support fisheries sector
The Secretary of the Ministry of Fisheries, Aquatic, and Ocean Resources, Dr. B. K. Kolita Kamal Jinadasa, has revealed a new fuel management system. This…
Politics Sri Lanka to issue fuel for vehicles on odd–even basis starting tomorrow
Starting tomorrow, Sri Lanka will implement a fuel purchase system based on odd and even vehicle number plates. Dr. Mayura Neththikumarage, the Managing…
Politics Batch of US-donated TH-57 Sea Ranger helicopters leaves for Sri Lanka
The United States Government has started sending 10 TH-57 Sea Ranger helicopters to the Sri Lanka Air Force. The Sri Lankan Embassy in Washington D.C.…
Politics Australian facilities damaged in Iranian attack on Middle East air base
Iran has attacked an air base in the Middle East where Australian troops are stationed, causing a fire that damaged facilities used for medical care and…
Politics Oil prices drop as Iraqi and Kurdish authorities agree to export deal
Oil prices fell on Wednesday, reducing some of the significant gains made on Tuesday. This drop came after the Iraqi government and Kurdish authorities agreed…
Politics Australia announces temporary travel ban for specified group of visitors
Australia has enacted new laws under the Migration Amendment (2026 Measures No. 1) Act 2026, which allows for a temporary travel ban for certain visitors…
Politics Emergency talks held to maintain airline operations during fuel shortage
Emergency talks were held to discuss how to keep airline services running smoothly during the ongoing fuel shortage. This crisis has been caused by the current…
Politics Tehran confirms top security official Ali Larijani has been killed
Tehran has confirmed the death of Ali Larijani, its top security official and secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council. The council released a…