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Politics Iran War- Thousands killed in the Middle East in the past 31 days
Thousands have lost their lives in the Middle East conflict that started on February 28, as reported by CNN based on information from regional officials. The…
Politics G7 is ready to take all measures for energy market stability
Finance leaders from the Group of Seven (G7) nations are prepared to take "all necessary measures" to ensure stability in the energy market and to prevent…
Business Egypt President says only Trump can stop the war, warns oil could top $200
Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi called on U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday to help end the war in Iran, stating that only he has the power to do…
Politics New energy-saving guidelines announced for government, private sector
New rules have been released to reduce fuel and electricity use in Sri Lanka due to the worldwide energy crisis linked to the Middle East conflict. Prabath…
General Diesel prices in UK reach highest level in 40 months
Diesel prices in the United Kingdom have surged to their highest point in 40 months, reaching levels not seen since December 2022. Petrol prices have also…
Politics Discussion held to review progress of “Prajashakthi” national programme
A meeting took place today (30) at the Presidential Secretariat to assess the progress of the “Prajashakthi” national programme. This initiative, led by the…
Politics Ships from Pakistan, China and India cross Strait of Hormuz
Shipping data shows that more vessels are navigating the Strait of Hormuz, though the numbers remain significantly lower than before the conflict in the Middle…
General Probe launched over alleged birthday celebration for suspect in custody
A controversy has arisen following reports that a birthday party was held for Ishara Sewwandi, who is currently in the custody of the Colombo Crime Division…
Politics Bangladesh seeks US waiver to import Russian diesel as energy crisis deepens
Bangladesh has reached out to the United States for a temporary waiver from sanctions to enable the import of Russian diesel, officials announced on Monday.…
Business Trump threatens to “completely” obliterate Iran s energy sources if deal is not reached
US President Donald Trump warned that if Iran does not agree to a deal with the United States and does not open the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. might respond by…
General Police open fire at vehicle suspected of transporting drugs in Negombo
Police officers from the Narcotics Bureau shot at a vehicle in Negombo that they believed was carrying drugs. This incident took place this afternoon (30) when…
Business Egypt President says only Trump can stop war, warns oil could top $200
Egypt's President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi called on U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday to intervene and halt the Iran war, stating that only he has the power…
Politics Electricity tariffs increased with effect from April 1
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has approved an increase in electricity tariffs starting April 1. In February, the Ceylon Electricity…
General 30 high-profile criminals repatriated in the past three years - Police
In the last three years, Sri Lanka has successfully brought back 30 high-profile criminals as part of an ongoing effort to extradite suspects involved in major…
Politics GMOA to launch island-wide token strike tomorrow
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) is set to begin a 24-hour island-wide token strike starting at 8:00 a.m. tomorrow, the 31st. The GMOA…
General War has displaced 20% of Lebanon s population in three weeks, says UNICEF
The ongoing war has forced 20% of Lebanon's population to leave their homes in just three weeks. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) reports that…
Politics Iran describes US proposal as “unrealistic,” “unreasonable,” contradicting Trump s remarks
Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, stated on Monday that the 15-point proposal from the US to stop the conflict includes “excessive,…
Politics 54 suspects identified in Mirihana violence near Gotabaya Rajapaksa s residence, court informed
The Supreme Court was informed today (30) by the Attorney General that the investigation into the violent event near former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa's…
General Agrarian Dept to limit urea fertilizer issuance to paddy sector amid supply constraints
The Department of Agrarian Development in Sri Lanka has announced that it will limit the distribution of urea fertilizer only to paddy farming. This decision…
Sports Actress arrested for allegedly pawning cricketer s gold chain without consent
A young actress was arrested today (30) for allegedly pawning a gold necklace without permission. According to the police, she was brought before the Kaduwela…
Politics Electricity tariffs increased
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has approved a rise in electricity tariffs starting April 1. In February, the Ceylon Electricity Board…
General Trump says we ve had regime change in Iran
Donald Trump recently spoke to reporters aboard Air Force One, claiming that the US has achieved regime change in Iran. This statement reflects comments he…
General PUCSL to announce decision on 2nd quarter electricity tariff revision today
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) will announce its decision on the electricity tariff changes for the second quarter of 2026 today, March…
Politics Trump considering operation to extract uranium from Iran - report
US President Donald Trump is thinking about a military mission to take 1,000 pounds of uranium from Iran, according to a report by the Wall Street Journal .…