Iran rejects US proposal and sets five conditions for ending war – report
Iran has responded negatively to an American proposal aimed at ending the ongoing imposed war, insisting that it will only occur on Tehran’s own terms and timeline, a senior political-security official told Press TV on Wednesday. MORE..
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Trump’s approval rating hits record low as fuel prices surge amid Iran war
President Donald Trump’s approval rating fell in recent days to its lowest point since he returned to the White House, hit by a surge in fuel prices and widespread disapproval of the war he launched on Iran, a Reuters/Ipsos poll found. MORE..
Iran still reviewing US proposal despite negative initial response, senior Iranian official says
Iran is still reviewing a U.S. proposal to end the war in the Gulf, despite an initial response that was negative, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Wednesday, indicating that Tehran had so far stopped short of rejecting it outright. MORE..
Water consumption rising amid dry weather; Public urged to consume water sparingly
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Iran says it fired missile at USS Abraham Lincoln carrier after warning
Iran has claimed that it launched a cruise missile towards the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier, according to Iranian state television. However, there is no immediate confirmation or response from US officials. MORE..
Suspect arrested over illegally obtaining fuel by overriding QR code
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has arrested a suspect in Nittambuwa for allegedly obtaining fuel by overriding a QR code linked to a vehicle. MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and North-Western provinces and in the Anuradhapura, Mannar, Vavuniya, and Monaragala districts. MORE..
First female Archbishop of Canterbury to be enthroned
Dame Sarah Mullally is to be installed as the first ever female leader of the Church of England at Canterbury Cathedral. MORE..
Sri Lankan Ambassador honoured at Bodhi Buddhagaya Award Ceremony in Bangkok
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US and Iran talks could be held in Pakistan, IAEA head says
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said there might be talks between Iran and the United States soon in Pakistan. MORE..
Govt reviews immediate steps to maintain continuous public service delivery
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Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay admitted to National Hospital
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60% of Grade One entrants in Nuwara Eliya schools suffer from decayed teeth
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Australia to temporarily stop Iranians from entering the country on tourist visas
Australia will temporarily stop Iranians from entering the country on tourist visas, the country’s Home Affairs minister announced Wednesday, saying temporary visitors from Iran may be “unable or unlikely to depart Australia when their visas expire.” MORE..
Iran has received US 15-point plan, Pakistan says
Iran has received America’s 15-point proposal for ending the US-Israeli attack, two Pakistani officials have told the Associated Press. MORE..
29 top drug suppliers arrested in major CID crackdown, says Dy Minister
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has apprehended 29 major drug suppliers responsible for trafficking narcotics into Sri Lanka, according to the Deputy Minister of Public Security, Attorney-at-Law Sunil Watagala. MORE..
Iran still reviewing US proposal despite negative initial response, senior Iranian official says
Iran is still reviewing a U.S. proposal to end the war in the Gulf, despite an initial response that was negative, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Wednesday, indicating that Tehran had so far stopped short of rejecting it outright. MORE..
Water consumption rising amid dry weather; Public urged to consume water sparingly
The Chairman of the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB), Chandana Bandara, states that water consumption has increased significantly due to the prevailing dry weather. MORE..
Iran says it fired missile at USS Abraham Lincoln carrier after warning
Iran has claimed that it launched a cruise missile towards the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier, according to Iranian state television. However, there is no immediate confirmation or response from US officials. MORE..
Suspect arrested over illegally obtaining fuel by overriding QR code
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has arrested a suspect in Nittambuwa for allegedly obtaining fuel by overriding a QR code linked to a vehicle. MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and North-Western provinces and in the Anuradhapura, Mannar, Vavuniya, and Monaragala districts. MORE..
First female Archbishop of Canterbury to be enthroned
Dame Sarah Mullally is to be installed as the first ever female leader of the Church of England at Canterbury Cathedral. MORE..
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The Bodhi Buddhagaya Award Ceremony, organized by the Magadh Buddhagaya Foundation to honour distinguished individuals who have made meaningful contributions to society in line with Buddhist teachings, was held at Wat Pathum Khongkha Ratchaworawihan. MORE..
US and Iran talks could be held in Pakistan, IAEA head says
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said there might be talks between Iran and the United States soon in Pakistan. MORE..
Govt reviews immediate steps to maintain continuous public service delivery
The second meeting of the Cabinet Sub-Committee appointed to ensure the orderly functioning of the public service was held last afternoon (24) at the Presidential Secretariat, under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. MORE..
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OpenAI ends Disney partnership as it closes Sora video-making app
OpenAI has shut down its artificial intelligence (AI) video-generation app Sora less than two years after its launch made headlines for creating realistic clips based on simple prompts. MORE..
Sri Lankan minds shaping the future of AI-based crisis management
Sri Lankan minds shaping the future of AI-based crisis management
The escalating conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel represents a “global energy stress test” with profound implications for international fuel and LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) security. MORE..
Lamborghinis stranded in Sri Lanka as war disrupts Asia’s used-car trade – report
Lamborghinis stranded in Sri Lanka as war disrupts Asia’s used-car trade – report
The U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran last month plunged the Middle East into crisis, disrupted global shipping routes and spawned a series of headaches for Umar Ali Hyder Ali’s used-car business in Japan. MORE..
Social media bans and digital curfews to be trialled on UK teenagers
Social media bans and digital curfews to be trialled on UK teenagers
Social media bans, digital curfews and time limits on apps are to be trialled in the homes of hundreds of UK teenagers. MORE..
Entertainment
Netflix’s live-action Scooby-Doo series set for 2027 premiere with Paul Walter Hauser
Actor Paul Walter Hauser, best known for his role in ‘Black Bird’, has bagged a pivotal role in Netflix’s live-action Scooby-Doo series. MORE..
HBO reveals first look at ‘Harry Potter’ TV series
HBO reveals first look at ‘Harry Potter’ TV series
HBO revealed the first photo from its highly anticipated Harry Potter TV series. MORE..
Shakira’s Qatar concert postponed due to “regional situation”
Shakira’s Qatar concert postponed due to “regional situation”
A concert by Shakira due to take place in Qatar has been postponed because of the “regional situation,” according to the official events platform Qatar Calendar. MORE..
GTA 6 price officially confirmed for November 2026 launch
GTA 6 price officially confirmed for November 2026 launch
Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick quietly confirms the price of Grand Theft Auto VIwhile promising one highly controversial feature will not be a part of it. MORE..
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Sports
Birla, Blitzer, Blackstone, Times of India consortium to buy IPL team RCB for $1.78 bln
A consortium comprising Aditya Birla Group, Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures, and Blackstone said on Tuesday it would acquire Indian Premier League franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru for $1.78 billion, ending a weeks-long bidding war. MORE..
Mohamed Salah to leave Liverpool at end of season
Mohamed Salah will leave Premier League champions Liverpool at the end of the season, the Egyptian forward announced on Tuesday (Mar 24) as he started a farewell to what the club said were nine “illustrious” years at Anfield. MORE..
Hyderabad signs Kusal Perera for PSL 2026
Kusal Perera has joined the Hyderabad Kingsmen franchise for the upcoming PSL 2026 season. MORE..
Rajasthan Royals announce Dasun Shanaka as replacement for Sam Curran for IPL 2026
Rajasthan Royals has announced Sri Lankan T20I captain Dasun Shanaka as the replacement for Sam Curran for the IPL 2026 season, following an injury to the Englishman. MORE..
Man City win League Cup final against Arsenal with O’Reilly double
Two second-half headers by Manchester City’s Nico O’Reilly settled the English season’s first silverware on Sunday as Pep Guardiola’s side beat Arsenal 2-0 in the League Cup final. MORE..
