Weather 12-hour water cut in Homagama area today
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has declared a 12-hour water cut for Homagama and nearby areas (Zone 01) today, October 6. In an official…
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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…
Crime Man attacked to death in Panamura; Two suspects arrested
A 46-year-old man was killed in an attack in the Panamura area of Sri Lanka. The victim, who lived in Panamura, was reportedly assaulted last night (05) while…
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…
Business National QR payment promotion programme to be launched tomorrow
Starting tomorrow, Sri Lanka will launch a new program called the “National QR Payment Promotion Programme.” According to the President’s Media Division (PMD),…
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…
Business LAUGFS Gas also increases prices
LAUGFS Gas PLC has announced a change in the prices of domestic LPG cylinder refills, starting from midnight today (05). The company explained that this price…
Business GMOA says ExCo to decide on continuing strike tomorrow
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) announced that its Executive Council will decide tomorrow whether to continue the ongoing strike. The GMOA…
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…
Crime Two Chinese nationals arrested with cigarettes worth over Rs. 3.63 mln at BIA
At Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), two Chinese men were arrested for trying to smuggle a large amount of cigarettes into Sri Lanka. The suspects,…
Crime 31 arrested over illegal fuel hoarding in island-wide raids within a month
Police have arrested 31 people for illegally hoarding fuel during raids across Sri Lanka over the past month. According to Police Media Spokesman, Assistant…
Crime Over 900 arrested in island-wide anti-drug raids
A total of 906 people were arrested during operations conducted yesterday (April 4) as part of the "Nation United - National Drive" campaign, which aims to…
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…
Development 12-hour water cut in Padukka area due to low reservoir levels
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has declared a 12-hour water interruption in the Padukka area and nearby locations. This cut will start at…
Business Trump says Iran military leaders killed in Tehran strike
US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday (local time) that "many" military leaders from Iran were killed in a significant attack on the capital. He…
Weather 12-hour water cut in Homagama today
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has declared that the water supply in Homagama will be stopped today from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., for a…
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…
Weather Russian attack on Ukraine market kills five
A drone strike by Russia on a market in southern Ukraine has resulted in the deaths of five individuals and left 21 others wounded, including a 14-year-old…
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…