Politics Iran says no room for ceasefire talks while military attacks continue
Iran stated on Monday that there is no possibility for ceasefire discussions while military operations by the United States and Israel continue. Esmaeil…
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Crime One killed, two injured after Iranian missile hits central Israel
An Iranian missile attack in central Israel has resulted in one death and two injuries, as reported by Israeli medics on Monday. The national ambulance…
Politics Investigation further suggests it was the US that struck an Iranian school, killing 165
An investigation by the group Bellingcat indicates that new video evidence challenges U.S. President Donald Trump's assertion that Iran was behind an explosion…
General Prohibition orders issued for 15 defective vehicles in Horana
Fifteen faulty vehicles have been banned from use following a special inspection by the Horana Police. This operation, which took place within the Horana…
Politics China s Middle East envoy in Saudi Arabia to mediate Iran war
China is calling for an immediate halt to military actions and tensions in the Middle East. This message was conveyed by Zhai Jun, the Chinese government’s…
Business South Korea introduces first fuel price cap in 30 years as oil soars past $100
South Korea is set to introduce its first fuel price cap in nearly 30 years due to rising oil prices. President Lee Jae Myung made the announcement on Monday…
Security China says it opposes any targeting of new Iran Supreme leader
China stated on Monday that Iran's choice to name Mojtaba Khamenei as its new supreme leader, following the death of his father , is an internal issue. The…
Business IMF warns war could push global inflation higher
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has issued a warning that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could lead to higher global inflation, with energy…
General Oil is now up 25% and on track for a record daily jump
Oil prices jumped more than 25% on Monday, reaching their highest point since mid-2022. The energy markets are feeling anxious as the crisis in the Middle East…
Politics G7 to discuss joint release of emergency oil reserves
G7 finance ministers are set to meet on Monday to talk about a possible joint release of oil from reserves, organized by the International Energy Agency (IEA).…
Crime Youth arrested with Ice during vehicle inspection in Dodangoda
A youth was arrested in Dodangoda during a vehicle inspection as part of a nationwide anti-drug campaign. The Dodangoda Police caught the suspect, who was…
Crime 19-year-old arrested over reckless motorcycle riding video circulating on social media
A 19-year-old man has been arrested by the police in Sri Lanka after a video on social media showed him riding a motorcycle in a dangerous way. The police…
Weather At least 32 injured in Bahrain after drone attack - state media
In Bahrain, at least 32 individuals sustained injuries following a drone attack attributed to Iran, as reported by the state-run Bahrain News Agency. The…
General Over 3,600 road accidents reported in Sri Lanka within first two months of 2026 - Police
Sri Lanka Police have reported that over 3,600 road accidents took place in the first two months of 2026. The Police Media Division revealed that from January…
Politics Trump says ending war will be mutual decision with Netanyahu
Donald Trump stated that the decision to end the war with Iran will be a “mutual” agreement made with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to The Times…
Business Indian national arrested with over 2.7 kg of Kush at BIA
An Indian man was arrested today (09) at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) by officers from the Airport Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) while trying to…
Business Govt s responsibility to ensure women s rights are realized in everyday life, not just in laws – PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized that it is the government's duty to make sure women's political, economic, and social rights are not just…
Politics Huge fire in Scotland triggers train chaos as historic building partially collapses
A large fire near one of Scotland's busiest train stations has affected a historic building in Glasgow, resulting in part of it collapsing. Firefighters rushed…
Politics Ex-Ministers Mahindananda and Nalin Fernando produced before court
Former ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando were brought before the Supreme Court today by prison officials. These two men had been sentenced…
Business Iran names Khamenei s hardline son Mojtaba as new supreme leader
Iran announced on Monday that Mojtaba Khamenei will take over as Supreme Leader, following in the footsteps of his father , Ali Khamenei. This decision shows…
Security Iranian army says at least 104 killed in US attack on Iranian warship off Sri Lanka s coast
The Iranian army reported on Sunday that a recent U.S. attack on an Iranian warship resulted in the deaths of at least 104 individuals and left 32 others…
General Iran launches first missiles at Israel under new leader
Iran has fired its initial set of missiles under the leadership of Mojtaba Khamenei, according to a report from state broadcaster IRIB shared on its Telegram…
Security US military tells Iran civilians to stay indoors
The US Central Command has advised people in Iran to remain indoors. They claim that Iranian forces are launching drones and missiles from densely populated…
Security Missile kills Indian and Bangladeshi in central Saudi Arabia
A missile attack on a residential building in central Saudi Arabia has resulted in the deaths of at least two individuals and injuries to 12 others, according…