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Politics 123kg of heroin worth over Rs. 3 billion found on seized fishing trawler off Dondra
The Sri Lanka Navy has discovered around 123 kilograms of heroin on a fishing trawler it seized in waters south of Dondra, as reported by Deputy Minister of…
Politics Unacceptable attacks - French President Macron urges Iran to halt strikes after call with Iranian President Pezeshkian
French President Emmanuel Macron stated that he has called on Iran to stop its attacks in the Middle East during a phone conversation with Iranian President…
Politics Netanyahu posts video in response to online rumours that he is dead
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu shared a video of himself enjoying a cup of coffee and talking with his aide on Sunday. This came after Iranian state…
Politics No shortage of fuel expected until end of next month, fuel to be issued with police supervision – CPC
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has announced that fuel will now be distributed at filling stations using a QR code system, with police overseeing the…
Politics Oil poised for further gains as Middle East conflict threatens export facilities
Oil prices are expected to rise further when markets open on Monday, as the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran continues into its third week. This ongoing…
Politics Four more members of Iran s women s soccer team withdraw Australia asylum claims
Four additional members of the Iranian women’s soccer team have withdrawn their requests for asylum in Australia , reportedly due to pressure from Tehran,…
Politics Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in good health, Iran FM says
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated in an interview with Al Araby Al Jadeed that the health of the country’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, is…
Politics QR fuel allocations insufficient for medical services- GMOA
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has declared that the fuel provided through the QR code system is not enough. In their statement, the GMOA…
Politics Americans urged to leave 14 countries across Middle East
The US embassy in Baghdad has issued a new alert for Americans to leave Iraq after a missile struck the embassy building on Saturday. The embassy advised its…
Politics “If he s alive...”- Iran vows to “pursue, kill” Netanyahu amid death rumours
Iran has pledged to "pursue and kill" Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as the conflict in the Middle East continues into its 16th day. The Iranian…
Politics Be mindful of accuracy of information before sharing it on social media- PM Harini
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized the importance of checking the truth of information before sharing it on social media, warning that a decline…
Politics QR code for fuel- Issues regarding vehicle or number changes being resolved
The Director General of Government Information has stated that people who have received QR codes for buying fuel can easily update their codes if they still…
Politics Trump says Iran is ready to negotiate a ceasefire but he s not ready to make a deal
President Donald Trump stated on Saturday that he is not prepared to agree to a deal to end the conflict with Iran, even though the country is ready to…
Politics Two Development Officers arrested for hoarding Cyclone Ditwah relief supplies
Two female Development Officers were arrested by the Aranayake Police for allegedly keeping relief supplies meant for families affected by Cyclone Ditwah at…
Politics Iranian FM thanks Sri Lanka for rescuing crew of IRIS Dena and repatriation of 84 bodies
Iran's Foreign Minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, spoke on the phone with Sri Lanka's Foreign Affairs Minister, Vijitha Herath, on October 13. In a message shared…
Politics Trump says US will open Strait of Hormuz one way or the other
US President Donald Trump stated that "one way or the other, we will soon get the Hormuz Strait OPEN, SAFE, and FREE!" In a message on his platform Truth…
Politics Online education deemed unsuitable for children aged 3–5- Ministry
The Ministry of Women and Child Affairs in Sri Lanka has officially advised parents not to allow children aged 3 to 5 years to participate in online education…
Politics North Korea fires possible missile towards sea during US-South Korea drills
On Saturday, North Korea launched a projectile into the sea, according to reports from South Korea and Japan. Tokyo suggested that the projectile might have…
Politics Lanka IOC pledges to ensure Sri Lanka s energy security, continuous fuel supply
Lanka IOC has committed to ensuring the energy security of Sri Lanka and to providing a steady supply of fuel. K. Raghu, the Managing Director of the company,…
Politics Tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka drop by about 30% amid Middle East crisis
Tourist arrivals in Sri Lanka have fallen by around 30% due to the current military conflict in the Middle East, according to Deputy Minister of Tourism Ruwan…
Politics Iran warns of strikes on regional US-linked oil firms after American attack on crucial oil export hub
Iran's Armed Forces issued a warning on Saturday after US forces targeted military sites on Kharg Island, which is Iran's main oil hub. They stated that any…
Politics Missile strikes helipad inside US Embassy compound in Baghdad
A missile hit a helipad within the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, according to two security officials. They reported that the missile landed inside the embassy's…
Politics US offers $10m reward for information on top Iranian leaders
The United States is offering a reward of up to $10 million for information about high-ranking Iranian military and intelligence leaders, including the new…
Politics Trump says US bombed Iran s Kharg Island, threatens its oil infrastructure
President Donald Trump announced on Friday that the US military has conducted significant bombing operations on Iran’s Kharg Island, which is crucial for…