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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…
General Israeli military says it has hit another petrochemical complex in Iran
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has announced that it targeted a third petrochemical facility in Iran. This strike took place on Monday at a plant located in…
General King Fahd Causeway, linking Saudi Arabia to Bahrain reopens after attack threats
The King Fahd Causeway, an important bridge that connects Saudi Arabia to Bahrain, reopened on Tuesday morning, April 7, 2026, after being closed for several…
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…
General Key bridge linking Saudi Arabia to the island of Bahrain closes over threats from Iranian attacks
The King Fahd Causeway, an important bridge that connects Saudi Arabia to Bahrain, was closed on Tuesday morning due to threats of Iranian attacks. The King…
General 80 arrested in special police operation at Dambulla Economic Centre
Eighty people have been detained during a special police operation at the Dambulla Dedicated Economic Centre. This operation lasted for two hours and involved…
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…
Business 23 organised drug traffickers identified, Public Security Minister says
Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala announced that 23 organized criminals linked to major drug trafficking operations have been identified. He mentioned…
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…
Business Global stocks struggle, oil jumps as Trump s Iran deadline looms
Global stock markets showed mixed reactions on Tuesday, while oil prices hovered around $110 per barrel. Investors remained cautious due to fears of a…
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…
Business Middle East war means all roads lead to higher prices, slower growth, IMF chief says
The conflict in the Middle East will cause inflation to rise and slow down global growth, according to the head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF),…
General Artemis II moon mission breaks Apollo 13 record for distance from Earth
NASA's Artemis II mission made history on Monday as its four astronauts traveled to the farthest point in space ever reached by humans. They were pulled by 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…
General Two persons electrocuted to death in Polgahawela
Two people died from electrocution on a piece of land in the Bangalawatta area of Polgahawela. The victims, ages 28 and 35, were from the Eheliyagoda area,…
Business Saudi Arabia evacuates Riyadh s key financial hub amid Iran threat
Saudi Arabia has instructed businesses to evacuate the main financial center in Riyadh due to worries about possible missile and drone attacks from Iran. This…
General Iran rejects ceasefire as deadline nears on Trump hell ultimatum
On Monday, the United States and Iran considered a plan to resolve their conflict, which has lasted for five weeks. Iran expressed its desire for a lasting…