Education New guidelines issued to safeguard student welfare and discipline in schools
The Ministry of Education in Sri Lanka has released a new circular that details steps to maintain discipline in schools. This directive is aimed at Provincial…
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Politics NATO chief to visit Washington next week as Trump threatens exit from alliance
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte will travel to Washington next week for a visit that has been planned for some time. This trip follows President Donald…
Development Iran s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei calls for national drive to restore infrastructure
Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has urged a nationwide effort to restore infrastructure and repair damage from what he described as "unprovoked…
Crime Three arrested over illegal vehicle possession and forged documents racket
Three people were taken into custody by the Western Province North Crimes Division for having vehicles that lacked valid registration licenses, according to…
Business Gold prices fall as Trump gives no clarity on ending Iran war
Gold prices fell more than 1% on Thursday, ending a four-day increase, as U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States would continue its…
Politics Open warrants issued for Shamindra Rajapaksa, Kapila Chandrasena s wife over Airbus bribery case
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court issued open warrants today (02) for the arrest of Shamindra Rajapaksa, a former board member of SriLankan Airlines and the son…
Weather Several areas including Western Province to receive afternoon thundershowers
Sri Lanka will experience afternoon thundershowers in many regions over the next few days starting today, April 2. Rain or thundershowers are expected in…
Politics False and baseless - Iran rejects Trump s claim of Tehran seeking ceasefire as war rages on
Iran has firmly rejected US President Donald Trump’s assertion that the country sought a ceasefire amid the ongoing conflict. In a statement to Iranian state…
Business Russia warns citizens not to travel to states that have extradition treaties with US
Russia issued a warning to its citizens on Wednesday, advising them against traveling to countries that have extradition agreements with the United States. The…
General Nasa s Artemis II mission takes off heading for first Moon visit in 50 years
Four astronauts launched into space on a large NASA rocket on Wednesday, starting a long-awaited trip around the Moon. This marks the first crewed lunar flyby…
Politics Russia offers support to Sri Lanka amid energy crisis
Russia has offered to supply energy resources like fuel, gas, and coal to Sri Lanka, even during times of crisis. This commitment was announced by the Ministry…
Health Extreme heat can trigger mental health issues - Psychiatrist
Extreme heat can cause mental health problems, according to Psychiatrist Vindya Wijayabandara. She spoke at a media briefing at the Health Promotion Bureau…
Travel India increases jet fuel, commercial LPG prices
India 's oil ministry announced on Wednesday, April 1, that prices for jet fuel will increase due to rising energy costs from the ongoing war in the Middle…
Business PM Harini calls for inclusive society ensuring rights and well-being of senior citizens
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized the need for a society in Sri Lanka where all senior citizens can live safely, freely, happily, and healthily,…
Crime Seven police officers injured in wasp attack during raid in Kotmale
Seven police officers from the Kotmale Police Station were hurt in a wasp attack while they were raiding an illegal liquor distillery in the forest reserve in…
Politics Judge temporarily halts construction of Trump s White House ballroom
A US judge has put a temporary stop to the construction of President Donald Trump’s ballroom at the White House. The judge determined that the correct steps…
General Special security plan launched for Sinhala and Tamil New Year period
Sri Lanka Police have introduced a special security plan to keep people safe during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year celebrations. Assistant Superintendent of…
Crime Bangladeshi expatriate killed by debris from intercepted drone in UAE
A Bangladeshi worker lost his life due to debris that fell after a drone was intercepted in Fujairah, UAE , according to the Khaleej Times, a daily based in…
Politics Trump to address the nation, give important update on Iran war
President Donald Trump will speak to the nation about the Iran war on Wednesday, April 1, as confirmed by White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. She…
Business Tanker hit by projectile off coast of Qatar, UK maritime agency says
A tanker was struck by an "unknown projectile" near the coast of Doha, Qatar, as reported by the UK Maritime Trade Operations. The agency noted that the vessel…
Business Sri Lanka Rupee depreciates by 1.6% against US dollar in 2026
The Sri Lankan rupee fell by 1.6% against the US dollar in 2026, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). As of the end of trading yesterday (31),…
Travel Iranian nationals barred from entering or transiting UAE- Emirates airline
Emirates airline announced on its website on Wednesday that Iranian nationals are prohibited from entering or passing through the United Arab Emirates.…
Crime Vessel suspected of carrying narcotics intercepted by Navy brought to Dikkowita Harbour
The Sri Lanka Navy has brought a vessel, believed to be carrying narcotics, to Dikkowita Harbour. This action follows a special naval operation in the deep…
Crime Iran threatens to target American tech firms if more leaders are killed
Iran has warned that it may target American technology companies if more of its leaders are killed, according to the semi-official news agency Fars. The…