Business President discusses energy crisis and economic impact with party leaders
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with party leaders in Parliament yesterday afternoon (20). The President talked about the global energy crisis caused by…
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General Fuel not issued to bowsers at Kolonnawa Terminal despite distribution plans
Fuel bowser trucks that arrived at the Kolonnawa Petroleum Storage Terminal today, October 21, turned around without getting fuel, despite earlier promises…
Security North Korean leader s teenage daughter drives tank in latest public appearance
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter was seen driving an army tank in a recent appearance, with her father seated behind her. This was reported…
Business Refiners in India, elsewhere in Asia look to buy Iranian oil after US waives sanctions
Indian oil refiners are planning to restart their purchases of Iranian oil, and other Asian refiners are also looking into this option after the U.S.…
Security Israeli military says it is striking Hezbollah targets in Beirut
The Israeli military announced early Saturday that it was targeting Hezbollah positions in Beirut. This came after they warned residents to evacuate seven…
Politics Trump considers winding down Iran war, says others must guard Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump stated that the United States is “very close” to reaching its goals in the conflict with Iran and hinted at a possible reduction of…
Politics Trump says US wants talks with Iran but there s nobody to talk to after killing of senior officials
US President Donald Trump stated on Friday that the United States wants to talk with Iran, but he expressed that there is "nobody to talk to" after recent…
Business Sri Lanka and Brazil agree to elevate bilateral trade to USD 1 billion
Today, on the 20th, Sri Lanka and Brazil held the Second Round of Bilateral Political Consultations at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and…
Politics US sending Marines and amphibious assault ship to Middle East, officials say
The U.S. military is sending a large amphibious assault ship along with thousands of extra Marines and sailors to the Middle East, according to three U.S.…
Politics Enforcement of mandatory seat belts law for vehicles using expressways postponed
The law that requires all drivers and passengers in vehicles on expressways in Sri Lanka to wear seat belts, which was set to start today (20), has been…
Crime Abducted woman rescued from well in Batticaloa; another female corpse found
A woman who was allegedly kidnapped in the Vavunativu area of Batticaloa was rescued yesterday, the 19th, from a public well in Nellikadu, where she was found…
Politics Trump calls NATO cowards over lack of support in Iran war
On Friday, March 20, United States President Donald Trump criticized NATO allies for not supporting the US-Israel war against Iran, labeling them as "cowards."…
Crime Two suspects arrested for hoarding 720L of Diesel in Hanwella
The Hanwella Police have arrested two individuals for hoarding around 720 litres of diesel at a shop in Ambulgama Junction. According to the police, this…
Politics Syrian president says working to keep country out of regional war
Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa stated on Friday that he is focused on keeping Syria out of regional conflicts amid the ongoing war in the Middle East. He…
General No decision to close filling stations in next two days – CPC
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has confirmed that fuel distribution to dealers will proceed as planned tomorrow and the day after. Mayura…
Politics Trump s 24-karat gold coin approved by hand-picked federal panel
A special gold coin featuring the image of former US President Donald Trump has received approval from a federal arts commission. This 24-karat gold coin is…
Politics Cabinet Committee appointed to ensure proper functioning of public services holds first meeting
The Cabinet committee set up to ensure public services run smoothly held its first meeting yesterday, on the 19th, at the Presidential Office. Prime Minister…
Politics President addresses the Parliament
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is speaking to Parliament right now. He is giving an update on the current situation both in Sri Lanka and around the world.…
Politics President provides update on expected arrival of fuel shipments
In a special statement to parliament today (20), President Anura Kumara Dissanayake shared details about the fuel shipments expected to arrive in Sri Lanka. He…
Crime Man arrested for illegally hoarding nearly 500L of fuel in Hambantota
A man was arrested by Sri Lanka Police in the Salmalyaya area of Katuwewa, Hambantota , for illegally storing nearly 500 litres of fuel. The police acted on a…
Politics Fuel prices to be increased again? – President issues clarification in parliament
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake offered an update today about fuel prices in Sri Lanka. This comes as crude oil prices are rising globally and other nations…
Crime Spokesperson for Iran s Revolutionary Guards killed in strike, state TV says
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps announced that its spokesperson, Ali Mohammad Naini, who also served as the deputy of public relations, has died in…
Politics India, Sri Lanka discuss boosting farm productivity through cost-effective technology
India 's High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Santosh Jha, met with K.D. Lal Kantha, Sri Lanka’s Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land, and Irrigation, on…
Business Netanyahu says Israel will stop attacks on Iranian gas field
Iran increased its assaults on oil and natural gas sites around the Gulf on Thursday, escalating a conflict that is troubling energy markets and the global…