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Business Women are vital social partners - PM Harini urges a thriving nation where women lead with dignity
On International Women’s Day, Sri Lanka’s Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya sent her warm wishes to all women in Sri Lanka and across the globe. She…
Crime Two suspects arrested with Ice in Kurunegala and Padukka
Police have detained two suspects in different areas for having Crystal Methamphetamine, known as ‘Ice.’ In the Alasswatta region of Kurunegala, a 35-year-old…
Technology Fire breaks out at shop in Maharagama
A shop in Maharagama town has caught fire. The Kotte Fire Service has sent four fire engines to put out the flames. Copyright ©2026 Ada Derana. All rights…
Politics Trump tells Britain he does not need its help to win Iran war
On Saturday, President Donald Trump stated that Britain is considering sending two aircraft carriers to the Middle East. However, he emphasized that the United…
Crime Navy seizes fishing trawler with suspected narcotics haul in southern seas; 6 arrested
The Sri Lanka Navy carried out a special search operation in the deep seas off the southern coast and stopped a local multi-day fishing trawler. This boat was…
Politics Iranian assembly to meet within one day to choose new supreme leader
Iran's assembly of experts is set to convene within a day to elect a new supreme leader. This information comes from Ayatollah Mozafari, a member of the…
Business Sri Lanka must brace for rising global prices amid Middle East tensions – Trade Minister
Wasantha Samarasinghe, the Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security, and Cooperative Development in Sri Lanka, warned that rising global prices are not…
Politics Trump says Iran will be hit very hard today, threatens to expand targets
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that Iran would face a strong response. He mentioned he might expand the targets and groups under…
Weather 23 dead in Nairobi flooding after heavy rains
Heavy rains in Nairobi have led to the deaths of at least 23 people due to severe flooding in Kenya’s capital. Police reported that around 30 individuals were…
Crime Suspect nabbed with 368kg of foreign-origin cannabis worth over Rs. 73 million
The Sri Lanka Navy, in collaboration with the Kayts Police, has captured a large shipment of foreign cannabis weighing about 368kg at Suruvil beach on Kayts…
Development Energy Ministry dismisses false reports of future power cuts
The Energy Ministry of Sri Lanka has urged the public to ignore false reports suggesting that power cuts will happen in the future. These misleading claims are…
Politics India s foreign minister confirms an Iranian naval ship has docked in Kochi
India 's foreign minister announced on Saturday that an Iranian naval ship has arrived at a port in India . This comes after a U.S. submarine sank an Iranian…
Politics No sides taken in Iranian vessel incident, Sri Lanka acting under international law- FM
Sri Lanka's Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath stated on Saturday that the government is addressing the recent incident involving an Iranian vessel according to…
Politics SJB to move no-confidence motion against Energy Minister
The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) plans to introduce a no-confidence motion against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody in Parliament next week. SJB MP Ajith P.…
General Dubai authorities confirm “minor incident” successfully contained after debris falls from interception
Dubai officials have reported a minor incident related to security issues in the region, stating that everything is under control. The Dubai Media Office…
Politics Iranian president apologizes to Gulf countries over attacks
Iran's president has expressed that the United States' demand for an unconditional surrender is merely a “dream they should take to their grave.” In a…
Politics Sri Lankan Ambassador urges vigilance for nationals in Northern Israel
The Sri Lankan Ambassador to Israel, Nimal Bandara, has emphasized the importance of safety for Sri Lankans in northern Israel due to the ongoing conflict. He…
Travel Iran-Israel war- Explosion heard over Dubai airport
An explosion was reported over Dubai airport on Saturday, with a witness telling AFP they saw smoke in the sky as Iran continued its assaults across the Gulf.…
Business Sri Lanka s workers remittances exceed USD 1.4 bln in first two months of 2026
In February 2026, Sri Lanka received USD 729 million in remittances from workers abroad, as reported by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). This number shows…
Politics Pakistani found guilty of Iran-linked plot to kill Trump, US officials
Asif Raza Merchant, a Pakistani national, was found guilty of attempting to hire a hitman to kill a politician or government official in the United States,…
Crime Shooting reported at house of Batuwatte Chamara s wife in Ja-Ela
A shooting took place this morning (07) at the home of the wife of the alleged organized criminal known as ‘Batuwatte Chamara’. The residence is situated on…
Travel Massive blasts near Mehrabad Airport in Tehran, Iran, after Israeli airstrikes
Large explosions occurred near Mehrabad Airport in Tehran, Iran, tonight following new Israeli airstrikes. Dramatic videos on social media show significant…
Politics Oil price at two-year high after Qatar warns all Gulf production could stop within days
Oil prices have hit their highest mark in over two years after Qatar’s energy minister indicated that all oil and gas production in the Gulf could halt within…
Crime 23 rounds fired at house linked to Batuwatte Chamara now operating as elderly home
A shooting incident occurred early this morning (07) at the home of Chathurika Weerasuriya, the wife of an alleged organized crime figure known as ‘Batuwatte…