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Nepal’s rapper-mayor Balendra Shah poised to become prime minister

Nepal’s rapper-mayor Balendra Shah poised to become prime minister

India gave safe harbour to another Iranian ship days before ‘IRIS Dena’ was sunk – report

Days before the Iranian naval vessel IRIS Dena was sunk off the coast of Sri Lanka in a US strike, India had allowed another Iranian ship to dock at Kochi after Tehran sought urgent assistance due to technical problems, government sources said. MORE..

US moving thousands of people out of Middle Eastern countries, Trump says

President Donald Trump on Friday said the U.S. is moving thousands of people out of various countries throughout the Middle East amid the military conflict between the U.S., Israel and Iran. MORE..

SL Navy assists in emergency evacuation of Japanese military ship’s crew member

A crew member of the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) vessel JS Ōnami, a Takanami-class destroyer operating in the western waters off Colombo, has been brought ashore due to the need for urgent medical attention, the Sri Lanka Navy said. MORE..

IGP instructs police to monitor drone activities over national security concerns

The Inspector General of Police has issued instructions to all police stations regarding taking necessary measures to prevent the possibility of drones being used to collect sensitive information related to national security and to launch terrorist attacks. MORE..

Trump says there will be no deal with Iran except ‘unconditional surrender’

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday there would be no deal struck with Iran except ‘‘unconditional surrender,’‘ a week after ⁠launching war with Israel against Tehran. MORE..

PM calls for immediate solutions for people remaining in displacement camps after Cyclone Ditwah

The Presidential Task Force for Rebuilding Sri Lanka has convened yesterday (05) at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said. MORE..

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‘‘Sri Lanka fallen into a wartime-like situation" – Deputy Minister

Deputy Minister of Public Security Sunil Watagala stated in Parliament today (06) that the country has fallen into a wartime-like situation, despite it being an undesirable development. MORE..

AG urged to consider allowing lawyer to meet Pillayan for pending FR petition

The Supreme Court today (06) has informed the Attorney General to consider the possibility of granting access to an attorney of former State Minister Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan alias Pilleyan... MORE..

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50 Israeli jets struck Khamenei’s underground military bunker; IDF shares video

The Israeli Defence Forces on Friday shared footage showing air strikes on the underground military bunker where Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei was reportedly present before he was killed. IDF claimed that 50 Israeli jets dismantled the underground military bunker in Tehran. MORE..

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Protests held in Colombo demanding US to end war on Iran (English)

Protests held in Colombo demanding US to end war on Iran (English)

Decisive weeks ahead for Sri Lanka due to global developments - Deputy Defence Minister (English)

Energy Minister issues Gazette notification to restructure Ceylon Electricity Board from March 9 (English)

President should be strong enough to stand up to US Embassy - Wimal (English)

Over 1,230 civilians killed in Iran since the US-Israel attacks began (English)

US committed 'atrocity,' will 'bitterly regret': Iranian FM on attack on warship near Sri Lanka (English)

Dr. Ganeshan Wignaraja comments on possible impact of Middle East conflict on Sri Lanka (English)

SriLankan Airlines announces resumption of limited operations to Middle East (English)

US confirms submarine sank Iranian warship in Indian Ocean with torpedo (English)

US, Israel continue to launch major strikes on Iran; Death toll nearing 800 including 176 children (English)

Global conflicts must be resolved swiftly; President assures major fuel, gas shortage unlikely (English)

President should focus on more complex issues, SL must focus on attracting investments –Opposition (English)

Middle East Conflict; Sri Lanka could face a 'Balance of Payment' crisis if war continues –experts (English)

Officials aim to allay fears over fuel shortage; Police warn strict action against hoarders (English)

Technology

Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16

Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16

India’s tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16

India’s tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16

TikTok won’t protect DMs with controversial privacy tech, saying it would put users at risk

TikTok won’t protect DMs with controversial privacy tech, saying it would put users at risk

Amazon cloud unit’s data centers in UAE, Bahrain damaged in drone strikes

Amazon cloud unit’s data centers in UAE, Bahrain damaged in drone strikes

Entertainment

Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence

Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence

Michael Jackson accused of child sex trafficking in new lawsuit

Michael Jackson accused of child sex trafficking in new lawsuit

‘Game of Thrones’ movie in development at Warner Bros.

‘Game of Thrones’ movie in development at Warner Bros.

Vampire tale ‘Sinners’ wins top Actor Award and sets up Oscars battle

Vampire tale ‘Sinners’ wins top Actor Award and sets up Oscars battle

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Sports

India beat England to enter T20 World Cup 2026 final

India beat England to enter T20 World Cup 2026 final

India pile up 253-7 against England in T20 World Cup semi-final

England opt to bowl against India in T20 WC semi-final

Jamie Siddons appointed Head Coach of Sri Lanka Women’s Team

T20 World Cup: Defending champions India to take on England in second semifinal