No sides taken in Iranian vessel incident, Sri Lanka acting under international law: FM
Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath on Saturday said the government is handling the recent vessel incident involving Iranian personnel in accordance with international law, and does not intend to support any side in the incident. MORE..
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- Energy Ministry dismisses ‘false’ reports of future power cuts
- India’s foreign minister confirms an Iranian naval ship has docked in Kochi
- Ransilu Jayathilake wins historic gold for Sri Lanka at Arnold Sports Festival
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Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces and districts
The Department of Meteorology has issued a warm weather advisory for residents of Sabaragamuwa, North-Western, and North-Central provinces, as well as Colombo, Gampaha, Vavuniya, Mannar, Hambantota, and Monaragala districts. MORE..
Ransilu Jayathilake wins historic gold for Sri Lanka at Arnold Sports Festival
Sri Lankan powerlifter Ransilu Jayathilake has made history by winning a gold medal at the Arnold Sports Festival held in the United States, marking a significant milestone for Sri Lanka in the competition’s 37-year history. MORE..
India’s foreign minister confirms an Iranian naval ship has docked in Kochi
India’s foreign minister said Saturday that an Iranian naval vessel has docked in India, after a U.S. submarine sank an Iranian warship and another vessel sought assistance from Sri Lanka. MORE..
Energy Ministry dismisses ‘false’ reports of future power cuts
The Ministry of Energy has urged the public not be misled by false and misleading reports claiming that power cuts would be imposed in the future due to various issues including the coal supply at the Lakvijaya Coal Power Plant in Norochcholai. MORE..
Iranian president apologizes to Gulf countries over attacks
Iran’s president has said that a demand by the United States for an unconditional surrender is a “dream that they should to take to their grave”. MORE..
Dubai authorities confirm “minor incident” successfully contained after debris falls from interception
Dubai authorities have confirmed a minor incident linked to regional security developments, emphasising that the situation remains under full control. MORE..
SJB to move no-confidence motion against Energy Minister
The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) says it will move a no-confidence motion against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody in Parliament next week. MORE..
Pakistani found guilty of Iran-linked plot to kill Trump, US officials
Asif Raza Merchant allegedly sought to hire a hitman to assassinate a politician or a government official in the United States, prosecutors established during the trial in a federal court in Brooklyn. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s workers’ remittances exceed USD 1.4 bln in first two months of 2026
Sri Lanka received USD 729 million in workers’ remittances in February 2026, according to the latest figures released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). MORE..
Iran-Israel war: Explosion heard over Dubai airport
An explosion was heard over Dubai airport on Saturday followed by a cloud of smoke in the air, a witness told AFP, as Iran pressed attacks across the Gulf. MORE..
Sri Lankan Ambassador urges vigilance for nationals in Northern Israel
The Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Israel, Nimal Bandara, has called attention to the safety of Sri Lankans serving in the northern region of Israel amid the current conflict situation. MORE..
Earthquake of magnitude 4.1 hits west of Bandar Abbas in Iran
An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 has hit the west of Bandar Abbas in Iran on Saturday morning, as informed by the United States Geological Survey (USGS). MORE..
Saudi air defenses deter drone attacks on Aramco’s Shayba field, missile threat on air base
Saudi Arabia’s air defenses have stopped a new wave of airstrikes, this time targeting Aramco’s Shaybah field, the Ministry of Defense said early Saturday. MORE..
23 rounds fired at house linked to ‘Batuwatte Chamara’ now operating as elderly home
Further details have emerged regarding the shooting incident reported early this morning (07) at the residence of the wife of an alleged organized criminal figure known as ‘Batuwatte Chamara’. MORE..
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FM Vijitha Herath and India’s Jaishankar discuss regional developments
Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath stated that he held a “warm and constructive” meeting with India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar. MORE..
Ransilu Jayathilake wins historic gold for Sri Lanka at Arnold Sports Festival
Sri Lankan powerlifter Ransilu Jayathilake has made history by winning a gold medal at the Arnold Sports Festival held in the United States, marking a significant milestone for Sri Lanka in the competition’s 37-year history. MORE..
India’s foreign minister confirms an Iranian naval ship has docked in Kochi
India’s foreign minister said Saturday that an Iranian naval vessel has docked in India, after a U.S. submarine sank an Iranian warship and another vessel sought assistance from Sri Lanka. MORE..
Energy Ministry dismisses ‘false’ reports of future power cuts
The Ministry of Energy has urged the public not be misled by false and misleading reports claiming that power cuts would be imposed in the future due to various issues including the coal supply at the Lakvijaya Coal Power Plant in Norochcholai. MORE..
Iranian president apologizes to Gulf countries over attacks
Iran’s president has said that a demand by the United States for an unconditional surrender is a “dream that they should to take to their grave”. MORE..
Dubai authorities confirm “minor incident” successfully contained after debris falls from interception
Dubai authorities have confirmed a minor incident linked to regional security developments, emphasising that the situation remains under full control. MORE..
SJB to move no-confidence motion against Energy Minister
The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) says it will move a no-confidence motion against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody in Parliament next week. MORE..
Pakistani found guilty of Iran-linked plot to kill Trump, US officials
Asif Raza Merchant allegedly sought to hire a hitman to assassinate a politician or a government official in the United States, prosecutors established during the trial in a federal court in Brooklyn. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s workers’ remittances exceed USD 1.4 bln in first two months of 2026
Sri Lanka received USD 729 million in workers’ remittances in February 2026, according to the latest figures released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). MORE..
Iran-Israel war: Explosion heard over Dubai airport
An explosion was heard over Dubai airport on Saturday followed by a cloud of smoke in the air, a witness told AFP, as Iran pressed attacks across the Gulf. MORE..
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Technology
Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16
Indonesia will ban social media for children under 16, Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid said Friday. MORE..
India’s tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16
India’s tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16
The southern Indian state of Karnataka, home to the tech hub of Bengaluru, has banned the use of social media by those under the age of 16, state Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Friday, becoming the first in India to do so. MORE..
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
TikTok will not introduce end-to-end encryption (E2EE) - the controversial privacy feature used by nearly all its rivals - arguing it makes users less safe. MORE..
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
Amazon said on Monday some of its data centers in the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain were damaged by drone strikes in the Middle East conflict, disrupting cloud services and making a recovery “prolonged”. MORE..
Entertainment
Rashmika Mandanna wins Best Actress at Telangana Gaddar Awards for ‘The Girlfriend’
Rashmika Mandanna has recently won the Best Actress title at the Telangana Gaddar Awards for her stellar performance in The Girlfriend. The distinguished state accolade that highlights her increasing impact on Telugu cinema. MORE..
Pokémon condemns White House for using its imagery
Pokémon condemns White House for using its imagery
Pokémon Company International has condemned the White House’s use of its imagery, including a tiny version of the popular character Pikachu, in a meme posted online with the phrase “Make America Great Again”. MORE..
Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence
Britney Spears arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence
Britney Spears was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs near her Southern California home and released, authorities said. A statement from Spears’ representative calls the arrest “inexcusable.” MORE..
Michael Jackson accused of child sex trafficking in new lawsuit
Michael Jackson accused of child sex trafficking in new lawsuit
Four adult siblings who spent time with the late Michael Jackson are accusing him of being a “serial child predator” and suing his estate for child sex trafficking, claiming that he abused them when they were minors. MORE..
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Sports
Ransilu Jayathilake wins historic gold for Sri Lanka at Arnold Sports Festival
Sri Lankan powerlifter Ransilu Jayathilake has made history by winning a gold medal at the Arnold Sports Festival held in the United States, marking a significant milestone for Sri Lanka in the competition’s 37-year history. MORE..
Sri Lanka Cricket decides to postpone Afghanistan series in UAE
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has decided to postpone the upcoming T20 and ODI series against Afghanistan which was scheduled to be played in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), according to sources. MORE..
League Champions CR to take on Havelocks in Clifford Cup final
Newly crowned CR & FC will take on giant-killers Havelock Sports Club in the final of the prestigious Clifford Cup Knockout Rugby Tournament at Longdon Place this evening (07). MORE..
Messi criticized for meeting and applauding Trump amid war
Messi received strong praise from Trump in Washington, DC on Thursday, but his meeting with and praise for the US president sparked criticism on social media. MORE..
India beat England to enter T20 World Cup 2026 final
India have defeated England by seven runs in the T20 World Cup 2026 semi-final at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. MORE..
