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Politics Iran warns fuel will be cut off for years if Trump carries out threat
Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard issued a warning on Tuesday, stating that it would "deny the U.S. and its allies access to the region's oil and gas for…
Politics President announces special relief package in Parliament
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake presented a new economic relief package in Parliament today (07) to support groups affected by the ongoing crisis in the…
Politics Special relief package- Diesel subsidy up to Rs. 100 per litre, Rs. 20 for petrol
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake came to Parliament today to share the government's new economic relief plan for people affected by the crisis in the Middle…
Politics Govt. allocates Rs. 15 bln to provide relief for electricity consumers using less than 90 units
The Sri Lankan government has announced a relief plan for electricity users who consume less than 90 units. This initiative is part of a new economic relief…
Politics Iran war jeopardizes U.S. global leadership, warns Italian minister
Italy’s Defence Minister Guido Crosetto has warned that the war in Iran threatens U.S. global leadership. He expressed concern about the potential for…
Politics Netanyahu claims Israel has destroyed Iran s largest petrochemical plant
Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that the country has destroyed Iran's largest petrochemical facility. He mentioned in a post on his X…
Politics No power cuts, only electricity breakdowns- Energy Minister clarifies
Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody explained that the government has not introduced any power cuts amid the current energy crisis. He stated that the temporary…
Politics Don t travel by train today, Israeli military warns people in Iran
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are advising people in Iran to avoid train travel today. In a message posted on their military's Farsi social media account,…
Politics President arrives in Parliament to announce economic relief package
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has just entered Parliament. He is there to share details about a new economic relief package that the government has…
Politics Cabinet approves fuel subsidy for fishing vessels
The Cabinet of Ministers in Sri Lanka has approved a fuel subsidy for fishing boats, according to an announcement from the Fisheries Ministry. As part of this…
Politics Over 670 fatal road accidents reported so far this year - Sri Lanka Police
Sri Lanka Police have reported a worrying trend in road accidents, showing a steady rise each year. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Manoj Ranagala, who…
Politics Donald Trump praises Artemis astronauts- You ve made history
On Monday, April 6, U.S. President Donald Trump reached out to the Artemis astronauts orbiting the Moon to congratulate them for making "history." He expressed…
Politics President to announce economic relief package in Parliament today
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a new economic relief package aimed at helping those impacted by the crisis in the Middle East. Today, the Leader of the…
Politics Trump threatens to take out Iran in one night if no deal before deadline
US President Donald Trump has issued a strong warning to Iran, stating he could "take out" the country "in one night" if they do not reach an agreement before…
Politics Sinopec increases price of Super Diesel
Sinopec Energy Lanka (Private) Limited has announced a rise in the retail price of Super Diesel. Starting from midnight today (6), the price will increase by…
Politics Indian Vice President CP Radhakrishna visit to Sri Lanka
C. P. Radhakrishnan, the Vice President of India , is set to visit Sri Lanka for two days. His agenda includes talks with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake…
Politics Police warn of surge in online financial scams during festive season
The police have warned the public to be very careful when using online services during the festive season due to a rise in financial scams. Many people in Sri…
Politics Imported cigarettes worth Rs. 507 million seized by Customs
Sri Lanka Customs has confiscated 3,380,000 sticks of foreign cigarettes that were illegally imported. This action took place during an inspection of a…
Politics Israel hits Iran s largest petrochemical complex after Trump threat
Israel launched an attack on Iran's largest petrochemical complex on Monday, April 6, following threats from US President Donald Trump. Trump had warned that…
Politics Providing ATM services puts significant financial burden on banks – Central Bank Governor
The Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, has highlighted that banks face high costs when providing cash services through ATMs.…
Politics Top EU official says any targeting of energy sites would be “illegal” after Trump threat
European Council President António Costa stated on Monday that attacking energy facilities would be "illegal and unacceptable." This warning came after US…
Politics National Child Protection Authority receives over 10,000 complaints in 2025
The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) has announced that it received over 10,000 complaints in 2025. Shanika Malalgoda, the Director of Planning and…
Politics GMOA raises concerns over removal of specialist posts in hospitals
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has raised alarms about the removal of specialist medical positions in hospitals across Sri Lanka. Dr.…
Politics Iranian media says 15 ships passed through Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours
Iran's Fars news agency, linked to the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC), reported that 15 ships moved through the Strait of Hormuz in the last 24 hours…