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.…
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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…
Politics Iran warns to respond in kind to any US attacks on its infrastructure
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmail Baghaei, reacted to threats from US President Donald Trump. He stated that Iran would respond "in kind" if the US…
Politics Good chance of deal being reached tomorrow, Trump tells US media
US President Donald Trump has reiterated his warnings to Iran through several social media posts and discussions with US and Israeli media. He previously…
Politics Trump threatens to hit Iran infrastructure on Tuesday if Strait remains blocked
U.S. President Donald Trump announced in a social media post on Sunday that the United States plans to strike Iran’s power plants and bridges on Tuesday if the…
Politics China to provide shipment of refined fuel to Sri Lanka
The Chinese government has confirmed it will send a shipment of refined fuel to Sri Lanka, as reported by the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC). The CPC…
Politics Iranian media claims several US aircraft destroyed in Isfahan, denies success of pilot rescue operation
Iranian state media has displayed the wreckage of a US C-130 aircraft, which was allegedly involved in the rescue of a downed fighter pilot in southern Iran.…
Politics Not here to do politics - Sri Lankan diplomat clarifies meeting with Puducherry fishermen
The Deputy High Commissioner of Sri Lanka to Southern India , Ganesanathan Geathiswaran, denied on Sunday (April 5) that he participated in a meeting with…
Politics Health Minister assures solutions to GMOA s concerns
Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has assured that the government can address all concerns. He highlighted that some issues raised by the Government…
Politics US service member missing after Iran shot down fighter jet has been rescued
A U.S. service member who had been missing since Iran shot down a fighter jet has been rescued, according to a post from President Donald Trump early on…
Politics Kuwait says Iranian drones strike oil sector complex, power, government sites
A fire erupted at the Shuwaikh oil sector complex in Kuwait after a drone attack, according to the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation. This complex includes the oil…
Politics Transport, freight fares skyrocket by 65 per cent in Pakistan
A significant rise in fuel prices has led to an extraordinary increase in both passenger and freight transport fares in Pakistan, with hikes between 20 to 65…
Politics Prime Minister Harini highlights message of hope and renewal on Easter
In her Easter Sunday message, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized that Easter is a special time for Christians to remember the Resurrection of…
Politics Opposition Leader Sajith calls on nation to uphold peace, truth and unity this Easter
In his Easter message, Sajith Premadasa, the Opposition Leader, reminded everyone that Easter is a holy time that represents hope, rebirth, and fresh starts…
Politics At Easter vigil, Pope Leo urges world not to grow numb to war
Pope Leo welcomed Easter with the global Catholic community during a vigil Mass on Saturday night at St. Peter’s Basilica. He called on people not to become…
Politics More than 1,400 people have been killed in Lebanon since March 2
More than 1,400 individuals have died in Lebanon due to Israeli airstrikes, as reported by the Lebanese health ministry recently. Among those fatalities, at…
Politics PM Harini urges world leaders to pursue peaceful solutions based on mutual respect
Prime Minister Harini has called on world leaders to seek peaceful solutions that are built on mutual respect. She emphasized the importance of dialogue and…
Politics More than 30 Iranian universities have faced “direct attacks,” Minister says
Iran’s science minister announced that over 30 universities in Iran have experienced “direct attacks” during the ongoing conflict with the US and Israel, as…
Politics GMOA decides to continue its ongoing token strike
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has decided to keep its ongoing token strike across Sri Lanka until 8:00 a.m. tomorrow (05). This strike…
Politics Ship with 25,000 MT of fertilizer scheduled to arrive tomorrow – Dy Minister
Namal Karunaratne, the Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, announced that a ship with 25,000 metric tons of fertilizer is expected to reach Sri Lanka…
Politics Trump proposes “historic” defense spending budget, eyes 10% cut to other federal programs
President Donald Trump on Friday proposed a significant budget plan for the 2027 fiscal year, calling for a 10% reduction in non-defense spending and a large…
Politics One dead, 47 injured after incident at Peru football derby
One person has died and 47 others were hurt on Friday night during an unspecified "incident" at Alejandro Villanueva Stadium in the capital of Peru, as…
Politics Greece reshuffles Cabinet after ministers resign over farm subsidy scandal
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis made changes to his Cabinet on Friday after three ministers resigned earlier that day due to a growing scandal over…
Politics Catholic churches in Dubai cancel masses, citing government directives
Catholic churches in Dubai have announced the cancellation of masses for the upcoming Easter weekend due to government orders. The St Frances of Assissi Church…