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General Compensation process begins for farmers affected by crop damage in 2025'26 Maha Season
The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board has started the process of assessing damage in various districts to provide compensation for farmers impacted by…
Politics Corruption probe against Shasheendra Rajapaksa concluded- Bribery Comm. informs court
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) announced to the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today that their inquiry into former…
General Sri Lanka s largest groundwater source discovered in Pitabeddara
Sri Lanka's largest groundwater source has been found in Pitabeddara, according to the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB). This discovery…
Politics Rapper-politician Balendra Shah s party wins Nepal election
The Rastriya Swatantra Party (RSP) has achieved a significant victory in Nepal’s election, marking the first polls since last year’s protests led by young…
Politics Netanyahu threatens Iran new leader, says government collapse uncertain
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu issued a subtle warning on Thursday regarding Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei. He suggested that Israel might…
General 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…
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…
General 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…
General 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…
General 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…
General 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…
General 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…
General 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 ,…
General 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…
General 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…
General 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…