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Police raise alarm over domestic worker theft complaints, issues guidelines

Police raise alarm over domestic worker theft complaints, issues guidelines

Ex-President Ranil says IRIS Dena sinking exposed ‘helplessness’ of IOR, urges stronger regional cooperation

Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has called for stronger political, economic and security cooperation among countries in the Indian Ocean region, warning that the absence of regional integration has left the area vulnerable at a time of escalating geopolitical tensions. MORE..

Ex-SriLankan Airlines CEO Kapila Chandrasena remanded

Former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, has been remanded until March 19 by the Fort Magistrate’s Court. MORE..

President holds talks with CEB Engineers’ Unions on restructuring process

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has held discussions with representatives of the engineers’ trade unions of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) this morning (12) at the Presidential Secretariat regarding the ongoing restructuring process of the Board. MORE..

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Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena arrested on bribery charge

Former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines, Kapila Chandrasena, has been arrested today (12) by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) in connection with investigations into the controversial Airbus deal. MORE..

Decision on proposed electricity tariff hike expected by March-end

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) is expected to announce its decision regarding the revision of electricity tariffs for the second quarter of 2026 by the end of this month. MORE..

Up to 3.2 million people displaced inside Iran by conflict, UN says

The U.N. refugee agency said on Thursday that up to 3.2 million people have been displaced ⁠inside Iran since the conflict began on February 28. MORE..

Over 200 buses to be added to ‘Sisu Sariya’ service this year

More than 200 new buses are scheduled to be integrated into the ‘Sisu Sariya’ school transport service this year as part of efforts to further streamline the service. MORE..

India received requests from Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Maldives for petroleum products: MEA

India has received requests from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and the Maldives for petroleum products, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Thursday. MORE..

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Sri Lanka’s opposition to propose ‘PSOP’ initiative to promote global peace and prosperity

Sri Lanka’s Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa stated that the opposition is hoping to propose a new initiative titled ‘‘PSOP’’ (Peace, Stability, Order and Prosperity) aimed at promoting regional and global peace while addressing key socio-economic challenges. MORE..

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Public reports shortage of LP gas cylinders despite price increase (English)

Public reports shortage of LP gas cylinders despite price increase (English)

Drug haul worth over Rs. 10 bn and 11 firearms seized from fishing vessels intercepted by navy (English)

Sarvajana Balaya vows to release auspicious times table if govt fails to reestablish committee (English)

Govt. assures uninterrupted fuel supply for 2 months - President Anura Kumara (English)

LITRO Gas prices increased after 18 months amid supply shortage due to Middle East conflict (English)

Govt implemented a modest increase in fuel prices - Trade Minister Wasantha (English)

Why were the fuel prices increased? Do we have enough stocks? Opposition demands answers from Govt. (English)

Electricity trade unions continue their strike action;TUs seek meeting with Energy Minister (English)

Sri Lanka grants 14-day visa extension for tourists stranded due to Middle East conflict (English)

“Strong international relations essential”;Opposition critical of FM's performance at recent summit (English)

Attack on IRIS Dena by US submarine; No nation imposed any pressure on Sri Lanka: Dy Minister (English)

NPP Govt. acting as proxy of foreign powers - Sarvajana Balaya apprises Sri Lankans in Australia (English)

CEB officially dissolved Six successor companies take over operations effective today (English)

Sarvajana Balaya's ''Women's Power'' celebrates International Women's Day 2026 (English)

Technology

China unveils world’s strongest ultra-high-strength carbon fiber

China unveils world’s strongest ultra-high-strength carbon fiber

UK watchdogs press Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube to block children

UK watchdogs press Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube to block children

YouTube opens deepfake detection tool to politicians and journalists

YouTube opens deepfake detection tool to politicians and journalists

UK parliament votes to reject social media ban for under-16s

UK parliament votes to reject social media ban for under-16s

Entertainment

Michael Jackson estate motion granted amid child sex trafficking allegations

Michael Jackson estate motion granted amid child sex trafficking allegations

Italy buys rare Caravaggio portrait for €30m

Italy buys rare Caravaggio portrait for €30m

Rihanna steps up security following shooting attack at her residence

Rihanna steps up security following shooting attack at her residence

Bruno Mars’ ‘The Romantic’ becomes his first to debut at No. 1 on albums chart

Bruno Mars’ ‘The Romantic’ becomes his first to debut at No. 1 on albums chart

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Sports

Bimal Wijesinghe elected as President of Sri Lanka Athletics Association

Bimal Wijesinghe elected as President of Sri Lanka Athletics Association

Iran cannot participate in the FIFA World Cup, sports minister says

ICC unveils final prize money for T20 World Cup teams; Sri Lanka gets $475,962

Trump will welcome Iran at World Cup – Fifa boss

Afghanistan-Sri Lanka series likely to be played at end of the year