Weather Showers expected in parts of the island today
Showers and thundershowers are forecasted for various areas in Sri Lanka today, particularly in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and Northwestern provinces, as well…
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Business US allows countries to buy Russian oil stranded at sea for 30 days
The United States has granted a 30-day license for nations to purchase Russian oil and petroleum products that are currently stuck at sea. Treasury Secretary…
Security US carrying out rescue effort after military aircraft crash in Iraq
A U.S. military refueling plane crashed in western Iraq on Thursday, according to U.S. Central Command. They stated that another aircraft was involved, but the…
Business Ex-President Ranil says IRIS Dena sinking exposed helplessness of IOR, urges stronger regional cooperation
Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has emphasized the need for stronger political, economic, and security collaboration among nations in the Indian Ocean…
Business Police raise alarm over domestic worker theft complaints, issues guidelines
The Sri Lanka Police have reported multiple complaints about domestic workers allegedly stealing valuable items like gold, cash, foreign currency, and other…
Crime Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena arrested on bribery charge
Kapila Chandrasena, the former CEO of SriLankan Airlines, was taken into custody today, October 12, by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or…
Politics Iran s supreme leader, in first remarks, vows to avenge martyrs, keep strait closed
Iran's new Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, declared on Thursday that the country will seek revenge for its martyrs, keep the Strait of Hormuz shut, and…
Politics Over 200 buses to be added to Sisu Sariya service this year
This year, Sri Lanka plans to add over 200 new buses to the ‘Sisu Sariya’ school transport service. This update was shared by Deputy Minister of Education and…
General Up to 3.2 million people displaced inside Iran by conflict, UN says
The U.N. refugee agency announced on Thursday that as many as 3.2 million people have been forced to leave their homes within Iran since the conflict started…
Business Decision on proposed electricity tariff hike expected by March-end
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) is likely to reveal its decision on changing electricity tariffs for the second quarter of 2026 by the end…
Politics Middle East conflict could have major impact on Sri Lanka s future - Mahinda Rajapaksa
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa expressed that the current conflict in the Middle East might greatly affect Sri Lanka's future. He shared these thoughts…
Politics Sri Lanka s opposition to propose PSOP initiative to promote global peace and prosperity
Sri Lanka's Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has announced plans for a new initiative called "PSOP," which stands for Peace, Stability, Order, and…
Crime Two fishing trawlers with suspected drugs and weapons brought to Dikkowita Harbour
Today, on the 12th, the Sri Lanka Navy brought two multi-day fishing trawlers, believed to be carrying drugs and weapons, to Dikkowita Harbour. These vessels…
Politics PM Harini returns after concluding visit to Manila
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has returned to Sri Lanka after an official trip to Manila, Philippines, upon the invitation of the Asian Development…
Education Student killed, another injured in accident at international school in Kandy
A seven-year-old student has tragically lost his life after being hit by a vehicle owned by a board member of an international school in Mahaiyawa, Kandy ,…
Weather Israel issues new evacuation warning in Lebanon after deadly strikes
Israel has issued a serious warning for people living in Qasr Naba, located in Lebanon’s Baalbek region, asking them to leave the area. The Israeli military…
Travel Air New Zealand cuts 1,100 flights over fuel price fears
Air New Zealand announced on Thursday, March 12, that it will cancel 1, 100 flights over the next two months due to rising fuel prices linked to the conflict…
Travel Residents told to evacuate after high risk explosive found in Christchurch, NZ
Residents near Christchurch Airport have been ordered to leave their homes after a “high-risk explosive” was discovered. Police set up cordons around Sheffield…
Politics US intelligence says Iran government is not at risk of collapse, say sources
U.S. intelligence reports suggest that Iran's government remains stable and is not facing collapse anytime soon, following nearly two weeks of continuous…
Business Three crew members believed trapped aboard Thai ship attacked in Gulf- Shipping firm
Three crew members are thought to be trapped on a Thai bulk carrier that was struck by two projectiles on Wednesday, March 10, while navigating the important…
Politics Govt. to introduce priority bus service for persons with disabilities from April
The government of Sri Lanka plans to start a priority bus service for individuals with disabilities next month. This initiative, led by the Ministry of…
Politics US-Iran tensions could impact emerging market economies, Fitch Ratings warns
Emerging market economies may face greater economic and financial challenges due to the ongoing tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran, according…
Politics Iran tells world to get ready for oil at $200 a barrel as it fires on merchant ships
Iran warned that the world should prepare for oil prices reaching $200 a barrel as its military attacked merchant ships on Wednesday. This comes as the…
Business Oil tops $100 again despite historic release of reserves
Oil prices climbed above $ 100 per barrel again overnight, just three days after reaching a four-year peak. This increase is linked to the ongoing conflict…