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Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces and districts

Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces and districts

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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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

Rashmika Mandanna wins Best Actress at Telangana Gaddar Awards for ‘The Girlfriend’

Rashmika Mandanna wins Best Actress at Telangana Gaddar Awards for ‘The Girlfriend’

Pokémon condemns White House for using its imagery

Pokémon condemns White House for using its imagery

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

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Sports

Ransilu Jayathilake wins historic gold for Sri Lanka at Arnold Sports Festival

Ransilu Jayathilake wins historic gold for Sri Lanka at Arnold Sports Festival

Sri Lanka Cricket decides to postpone Afghanistan series in UAE

League Champions CR to take on Havelocks in Clifford Cup final

Messi criticized for meeting and applauding Trump amid war

India beat England to enter T20 World Cup 2026 final