Business Asian stock markets tumble
Asian stock markets dropped significantly on Monday after the US and Iran warned of increased conflicts as their war continues into its fourth week. In early…
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Development Strait of Hormuz will be closed if power plants targeted- IRGC
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) announced through Iranian media that it will “fully shut” the Strait of Hormuz if the United States attacks…
Business LIOC also hikes prices of Petrol 95 Octane and Super Diesel
Lanka IOC PLC (LIOC) has raised the prices of several types of fuel starting today, October 22. The company stated that the price of Lanka Auto Diesel has gone…
Politics Bus fares likely to go up by over 10%; cabinet approval sought
Bus fares in Sri Lanka may rise by more than 10% due to rising fuel prices. The National Transport Commission (NTC) plans to submit a proposal for Cabinet…
Politics Iran is charging $2m from ships passing through Strait of Hormuz - Iranian MP
An Iranian lawmaker, Alaeddin Boroujrrdi, stated on state television today that Iran is charging some ships that pass through the Strait of Hormuz a fee of $2…
General Qatar says 6 found dead after helicopter crash in territorial waters
Qatar’s Interior Ministry announced on Sunday that six of the seven individuals missing after a helicopter crash in the country’s territorial waters have been…
Politics Container haulage charges to increase by 20%
Import and export container transport fees will rise by 20% starting at midnight today (22) because of the recent increase in fuel prices, as announced by the…
Politics Iran threatens to destroy energy sites across Middle East if Trump sticks to 48-hour Hormuz ultimatum
Iran has issued a warning that global oil prices will remain high for a long time if its vital energy facilities are attacked. The country has threatened to…
Crime Man arrested for illegally hoarding nearly 2,200L of diesel in Ambalantota
Hungama Police have arrested a man for illegally storing nearly 2,200 litres of diesel at his home in the Mamadala area of Ambalantota. This arrest happened…
Politics Diesel to be used for nighttime power generation amid fuel supply concerns
Minister Nalinda Jayatissa announced that a decision about a possible increase in electricity tariffs will be made public on April 01, 2026. During a media…
Business Ali Sabry on US aircraft request- “I m proud the President had the courage to do what is right”
Sri Lanka's former Justice Minister Ali Sabry has praised the government's choice to remain neutral by rejecting a US request for aircraft to land at Sri…
Business Vehicle parking fee collection in Colombo to resume tomorrow – CMC
The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) will start collecting vehicle parking fees again tomorrow, the 23rd. The Municipal Commissioner shared that this decision…
General Private bus operators warn of strike over delay in fare revision
The Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) has declared that a nationwide strike will start at 6:00 p.m. today (22) unless there is an official…
Politics No decision taken to restrict school days due to fuel situation – Minister
Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa announced that the government has not made any decision to limit school days because of fuel issues in Sri Lanka. He shared this…
Weather Thousands evacuated as Hawaii faces worst flooding in 20 years
Hawaii is currently under a flood watch after a strong storm hit the state, leading officials to issue evacuation orders. Governor Josh Green announced on…
Politics Three-wheeler taxi drivers seek fare increase for first km amid rising fuel costs
The National Joint Three-Wheeler Drivers and Industrial Workers’ Association (NJTWDIWA) has officially asked the government to allow a Rs. 20 increase in the…
Health 4 Sri Lankans injured in Israel trying to video Iranian attack in Dimona
Four Sri Lankans have been taken to the hospital after getting hurt while trying to film the Iranian attack in Dimona, Israel, as confirmed by the Sri Lankan…
Business CAA launches special inspections ahead of Sinhala and Hindu New Year
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has started a series of special inspections and investigations from March 20, in preparation for the upcoming Sinhala and…
Politics Iran threatens to target US, Israeli infrastructure if attacked amid Trump s power plant ultimatum
Iran issued a warning on Sunday, stating that it would target all US and Israeli infrastructure in the region if its facilities were attacked. This threat…
Crime Police reveals key details on abduction of woman in Batticaloa; 3 including woman arrested
Police have revealed important information about the abduction case in the Nellikkadu area of Batticaloa. A woman was rescued from an abandoned well, and the…
Crime Iran hits Israeli town housing nuclear facility in retaliation for Natanz strike
An Iranian missile struck the Israeli town of Dimona, which is home to a nuclear facility. Iran stated this attack was a response to assaults on its nuclear…
Business Bus fares expected to rise following fuel price hike
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has revealed that changes to bus fares will take place today, the 22nd. Reports indicate that calculations for the fare…
Weather Mainly dry weather expected in parts of the island today
Today, parts of Sri Lanka are likely to see mainly dry weather. However, the Department of Meteorology warns that some areas in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and…
Politics Over 100 injured in Arad, Dimona in Iranian strikes; Netanyahu vows to attack Tehran on all fronts
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with the Mayor of Arad, Yair Maayan, on Sunday and expressed his thoughts for those hurt in recent attacks. The…