Politics Russia and China veto UN Security Council vote on Strait of Hormuz
Russia and China have blocked a Gulf draft resolution at the UN Security Council that aimed to promote coordinated defensive actions to secure the Strait of…
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Politics Iranians begin forming human chains around power plants ahead of Trump s deadline
Iranians have come together in large groups at bridges and power plants throughout the country, creating human chains to protect these sites, according to…
Politics Trump announces ceasefire with Iran if Strait of Hormuz reopened
On Tuesday, April 7, US President Donald Trump announced a two-week ceasefire with Iran, just before a deadline for Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. He…
Business Oil prices plunge 12% after Trump agrees to suspend bombing and attack of Iran for 2 weeks
Oil prices fell by 12% and U.S. stock futures rose sharply on Tuesday evening after President Donald Trump declared a “double-sided ceasefire” in the conflict…
Security The 10-point plan for the conditional ceasefire, according to Iran
Iran has presented a 10-point plan to the United States, as reported by Iranian media. This plan includes several key proposals. It calls for controlled…
Politics Trump says whole civilisation will die tonight if Iran fails to make deal
A deadline set by President Donald Trump for Iran to achieve a peace agreement is approaching, and tensions are rising as Trump intensifies his threats to…
Politics US oil prices top $115 a barrel after reports Iran s Kharg Island targeted with multiple strikes
Oil prices in the US have surged past $115 a barrel following reports of multiple strikes on Iran’s Kharg Island. The ongoing conflict in Iran has caused…
General First photo from far side of the moon released
On Tuesday, the White House unveiled the first image captured by the Artemis II crew of the Moon's far side. The photo, which shows "Humanity, from the other…
Development Audit reveals irregularities in coal procurement for Lakvijaya Power Plant
A recent audit report has revealed several issues in the coal procurement process by the Lanka Coal Company for the Lakvijaya Power Plant for the 2025/2026…
Travel Special transport plan launched for Sinhala and Tamil New Year period
The National Transport Commission has started a special transport plan to help people traveling to their hometowns for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year . This…
Politics Iran war could “spiral out of control,” Qatari official says
Qatar warned on Tuesday that the situation in the region is nearing a critical point where it could “spiral out of control.” When asked by CNN’s Matthew Chance…
Politics LP gas prices increased in Sri Lanka due to global gas price surge – Minister Vijitha Herath
Prices for domestic LP gas in Sri Lanka have gone up because of a rise in global gas prices, as stated by Minister Vijitha Herath. During a media briefing with…
Business Parliament to debate Sri Lanka s prevailing situation tomorrow
Parliament in Sri Lanka is set to discuss the ongoing situation in the country tomorrow. The government will present an adjournment motion for this debate.…
Politics Ex-SLRC Chairman Sarath Kongahage arrested by Bribery Commission
Sarath Kongahage, the former Chairman of the Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation (SLRC), along with the former Director General, Devapriya Abeysinghe, has been…
Politics Iran s president says 14 million have volunteered to sacrifice their lives
Iran’s president announced on Tuesday that 14 million Iranians, including himself, are willing to sacrifice their lives in the ongoing war. President Masoud…
General 30 Indian fishermen repatriated from Sri Lanka
Today, the Indian High Commission in Colombo announced that 30 Indian fishermen were sent back to their home country from Sri Lanka. The group is now on their…
Politics Mojtaba Khamenei being treated for severe condition in Qom, unable to govern Iran — report
Mojtaba Khamenei, the Supreme Leader of Iran, is currently unconscious and receiving treatment for a serious medical condition in the city of Qom. He is unable…
Crime Three people killed in shooting near Israeli consulate in Istanbul
Three individuals lost their lives and two police officers were hurt in a shooting near the Israeli consulate in Istanbul on Tuesday, according to reports. A…
Politics CEB prepared to provide power for New Year festivities – Minister
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) is ready to supply electricity for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebrations happening across Sri Lanka this month, as…
Politics Iran warns fuel will be cut off for years if Trump carries out threat
Iran's paramilitary Revolutionary Guard issued a warning on Tuesday, stating that it would "deny the U.S. and its allies access to the region's oil and gas for…
Weather 12-hour water cut announced for Pelanwatta and several areas
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced a water cut lasting 12 hours for Pelanwatta and nearby areas due to ongoing dry weather.…
Education Protest staged over principal appointment at Nayakakanda Good Shepherd Balika M.V.
Today (07), a protest took place in Wattala regarding the selection of a new principal at the Good Shepherd Convent Balika M.V. in Nayakakanda, Wattala .…
Weather Train service cancelled in Iranian city after Israeli threat
Train services in Mashhad, a city in northeastern Iran, have been halted until further notice by the local governor. This decision follows a warning from the…
Business Sri Lanka CERT warns public of rising festive-season social media scams
The Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (Sri Lanka CERT) issued a warning today (07) about a rise in online scams and financial fraud on social media…