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General Suspect known as Walpola Lala nabbed with Ice and sharp weapons
A 38-year-old man named Sumithra Arachchige Lalantha Gunawardena, also called “Walpola Lala,” was arrested by the Mulleriyawa Police. He is linked to several…
Politics Guidelines issued to conserve fuel and energy across state sector
The Commissioner General of Essential Services has provided a detailed set of guidelines aimed at saving fuel and energy for all Ministry Secretaries,…
General US embassy in Muscat lifts shelter in place order
The US Embassy in Muscat has canceled its stay in place order for people in Oman’s capital. This warning was first issued at 20:42 local time (16:42 GMT). The…
Politics Israeli opposition leader says Israel must continue Iran war even if US withdraws
Israeli opposition leader Avigdor Lieberman stated on Monday that Israel should keep fighting against Iran even if the United States pulls out. This comes…
General Iran fired two missiles at UK-US Diego Garcia military base on Friday - UK defence secretary confirms
UK Defence Secretary John Healey confirmed in the House of Commons today that Iran launched two missiles at the joint UK -US Diego Garcia military base on…
General Global shipping could reroute around South Africa for the rest of 2026, expert warns
Shipping companies might choose to avoid the Middle East and take longer paths around South Africa's Cape of Good Hope, according to an expert. Peter Sand, the…
Politics Colombian military plane carrying more than 100 troops crashes on takeoff
A Colombian military transport plane crashed shortly after taking off in the southern region of the country, carrying over 100 personnel, as stated by Vice…
Business Oil falls over 13% on Trump postponing military strikes on Iran energy infrastructure
Oil prices dropped more than 13% on Monday after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a delay in military strikes against Iranian energy facilities. By 1108…
Politics Russia calls for political settlement over Iran as Trump says US talking to Tehran
On Monday, March 23, Russia urged for a "political and diplomatic" solution to the conflict in the Middle East. This call came as US President Donald Trump…
Politics Bus fares increased by 12.19%; Minimum fare at Rs. 30
Bus fares in Sri Lanka will rise by 12.19 percent starting at midnight today, October 23, according to Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa. The…
Politics Private bus operators to resume normal operations tomorrow after bus fare hike – LPBOA
The Lankan Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) has expressed its approval of the new bus fares set by the National Transport Commission (NTC). As a result,…
General Sri Lankan delegation meets Indian Lok Sabha Speaker
A delegation from Sri Lanka, led by Parliamentarian S. M. Marikkar, visited Indian Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla at the Parliament House. This meeting aimed to…
Politics Strait of Hormuz will be “open very soon” and US and Iran would jointly control it- Trump
President Donald Trump stated on CNN Monday that the Strait of Hormuz will be “open very soon.” He expressed a desire to have this crucial shipping route…
Politics Nishikant Dubey slams Congress for ceding Katchatheevu to Sri Lanka
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MP Nishikant Dubey criticized the Congress and DMK on Monday for giving away India 's maritime rights by ceding Katchatheevu…
General Iran Defence Council issues Strait of Hormuz order for non-hostile countries
Iran's Defence Council, a top security group, has announced that non-hostile countries must coordinate with Iran to pass through the Strait of Hormuz. The…
Politics Price of bread up by Rs. 10 while prices of other bakery products also increased
The All Ceylon Bakery Owners’ Association announced that starting from midnight today (23), the price of a 450-gram loaf of bread will rise by Rs. 10. This…
General Sri Lanka s inflation decreases to 1.6% in February 2026
In February 2026, Sri Lanka's overall inflation rate, measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), dropped to 1.6%, down from 2.4% in January 2026.…
Politics Three-wheeler fares increased
The government has raised three-wheeler fares due to a recent change in fuel prices. Now, the cost for the first kilometre is set at Rs. 110, up from Rs. 100 .…
Politics UK sees no evidence of Iran targeting Britain, says PM Starmer
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated on Monday that there is “no assessment” indicating that Iran is targeting the UK , despite recent military changes in the…
General 2 dead, 41 injured after plane and firetruck collide at LaGuardia Airport
Two people died and 41 others were injured late Sunday night at LaGuardia Airport in New York when an Air Canada Express plane collided with a firetruck on the…
Business Powdered milk and wheat flour prices to remain unchanged until New Year
The Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security, and Cooperative Development has confirmed that the prices of imported powdered milk and wheat flour in Sri…
Politics Sri Lanka and Australia hold talks to strengthen bilateral ties
This morning (23), a meeting took place at the Presidential Secretariat between Prabath Chandrakeerthi, the Chief of Staff to the President of Sri Lanka, and…
Politics Oman working toward safe passage of vessels through Strait of Hormuz
Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi announced today that Oman is “working hard” to ensure the safe passage of ships through the Strait of Hormuz. He pointed…
General Iran expresses readiness to support Sri Lanka with essential supplies, including oil
During a press conference at the Iranian Embassy in Colombo , Iranian Ambassador Dr. Alireza Delkhosh reaffirmed Iran's dedication to its partnership with Sri…