Iran names Khamenei’s hardline son Mojtaba as new supreme leader
Iran on Monday named Mojtaba Khamenei to succeed his father Ali Khamenei as Supreme Leader, signaling that hardliners remain firmly in charge in Tehran a week into its conflict with the United States and Israel. MORE..
- Over 3,600 road accidents reported in Sri Lanka within first two months of 2026 - Police
- Jennifer Runyon, ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Charles in Charge’ actress, dies at 65
- Trump says ending war will be ‘mutual’ decision with Netanyahu
- Indian national arrested with over 2.7 kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA
- Govt’s responsibility to ensure women’s rights are realized in everyday life, not just in laws – PM
- Huge fire in Scotland triggers train chaos as historic building partially collapses
- Ex-Ministers Mahindananda and Nalin Fernando produced before court
- Sri Lanka in “much better position” to handle oil price shocks - CBSL Governor
- Bus strike on 143 Hanwella–Colombo route
- CEB dissolved; six new companies take over operations
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CEB dissolved; six new companies take over operations
The six new companies established through the dissolution of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) have officially come into effect today (09), following the conclusion of the Board’s tenure as of midnight yesterday. MORE..
Bus strike on 143 Hanwella–Colombo route
Private bus operators on the Hanwella–Colombo Route (143) have reportedly commenced a strike. MORE..
Sri Lanka in “much better position” to handle oil price shocks - CBSL Governor
The Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe has assured the public that Sri Lanka is now in a “much better position” to withstand global economic shocks, including rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. MORE..
Ex-Ministers Mahindananda and Nalin Fernando produced before court
Former ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando, who were sentenced to rigorous imprisonment and appealed against their convictions on corruption charges, have been produced before the Supreme Court by prison officials. MORE..
Huge fire in Scotland triggers train chaos as historic building partially collapses
A massive fire near one of Scotland’s busiest train stations has engulfed a historic building in Glasgow, causing it to partially collapse. MORE..
Govt’s responsibility to ensure women’s rights are realized in everyday life, not just in laws – PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that it is the responsibility of the government to ensure that the political, economic, and social rights of women are not confined merely to laws or written documents, but are realized in the daily lives of every woman in the country. MORE..
Indian national arrested with over 2.7 kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA
A foreign passenger has been arrested earlier today (09) by officers of the Airport Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) while attempting to leave the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) with a stock of ‘‘Kush’‘ cannabis. MORE..
Trump says ending war will be ‘mutual’ decision with Netanyahu
Donald Trump has said a decision on when to end the war with Iran will be a “mutual” one that he will make with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, The Times of Israel reports. MORE..
Over 3,600 road accidents reported in Sri Lanka within first two months of 2026 - Police
Sri Lanka Police stated that more than 3,600 road accidents have been recorded within the first two months of the year. MORE..
At least 32 injured in Bahrain after drone attack - state media
At least 32 people were injured in Bahrain after an Iranian drone attack near the capital, according to a report by the state owned Bahrain News Agency. MORE..
24-year-old businessman arrested with foreign-manufactured cigarettes at BIA
A Sri Lankan passenger has been arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) by officers of the Airport Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) while attempting to smuggle a consignment of foreign-manufactured cigarettes into the country. MORE..
19-year-old arrested over reckless motorcycle riding video circulating on social media
A 19-year-old youth has been arrested by Police in connection with a video circulated on social media showing a motorcycle being ridden in a reckless and dangerous manner. MORE..
Iran launches first missiles at Israel under new leader
Iran has launched its first wave of missiles under its new leader Mojtaba Khamenei, state broadcaster IRIB said in a post on its Telegram channel. MORE..
Mainly dry weather expected in most parts of the island today
Mainly dry weather will prevail over the island, except for showers or thundershowers that may occur at a few places in Rathnapura, Kaluthara, Galle and Matara districts after 2.00 pm, today (09), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Iranian army says at least 104 killed in US attack on Iranian warship off Sri Lanka’s coast
The Iranian army said on Sunday that at least 104 people were killed and 32 were wounded in an attack by the U.S. on an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka’s coast last week. MORE..
Bus strike on 143 Hanwella–Colombo route
Private bus operators on the Hanwella–Colombo Route (143) have reportedly commenced a strike. MORE..
Sri Lanka in “much better position” to handle oil price shocks - CBSL Governor
The Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe has assured the public that Sri Lanka is now in a “much better position” to withstand global economic shocks, including rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. MORE..
Ex-Ministers Mahindananda and Nalin Fernando produced before court
Former ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando, who were sentenced to rigorous imprisonment and appealed against their convictions on corruption charges, have been produced before the Supreme Court by prison officials. MORE..
Huge fire in Scotland triggers train chaos as historic building partially collapses
A massive fire near one of Scotland’s busiest train stations has engulfed a historic building in Glasgow, causing it to partially collapse. MORE..
Govt’s responsibility to ensure women’s rights are realized in everyday life, not just in laws – PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that it is the responsibility of the government to ensure that the political, economic, and social rights of women are not confined merely to laws or written documents, but are realized in the daily lives of every woman in the country. MORE..
Indian national arrested with over 2.7 kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA
A foreign passenger has been arrested earlier today (09) by officers of the Airport Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) while attempting to leave the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) with a stock of ‘‘Kush’‘ cannabis. MORE..
Trump says ending war will be ‘mutual’ decision with Netanyahu
Donald Trump has said a decision on when to end the war with Iran will be a “mutual” one that he will make with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, The Times of Israel reports. MORE..
Over 3,600 road accidents reported in Sri Lanka within first two months of 2026 - Police
Sri Lanka Police stated that more than 3,600 road accidents have been recorded within the first two months of the year. MORE..
At least 32 injured in Bahrain after drone attack - state media
At least 32 people were injured in Bahrain after an Iranian drone attack near the capital, according to a report by the state owned Bahrain News Agency. MORE..
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Technology
Apple’s cheapest ever MacBook unveiled
Apple has unveiled the MacBook Neo, a new entry-level laptop designed to bring the Mac experience to a wider audience with a significantly lower starting price. MORE..
Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16
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..
Entertainment
Jennifer Runyon, ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Charles in Charge’ actress, dies at 65
Jennifer Runyon, an actress known for her roles in ‘‘Ghostbusters’’ and the CBS sitcom ‘‘Charles in Charge,’’ died March 6. She was 65. MORE..
Rashmika Mandanna wins Best Actress at Telangana Gaddar Awards for ‘The Girlfriend’
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..
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UAE
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Sports
ICC key meeting postponed amid Middle East tensions
The key meeting of the International Cricket Council (ICC) scheduled for March 25-27 has been postponed due to rising tensions in the Middle East. MORE..
India beat New Zealand to become first team to win three T20 world titles
India won the T20 World Cup for a record third time with a 96-run victory over New Zealand on Sunday to the delight of more than 100,000 fans at the largest cricket ground in the world. MORE..
T20 World Cup Final: India post 255/5 against New Zealand
India posted a mammoth 255/5 in their allotted 20 overs against New Zealand in the final of the 2026 T20 World Cup in Ahmadabad. MORE..
T20 World Cup Final: New Zealand elect to bowl first against India in Ahmedabad
New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner won the toss and opted to bowl first against defending champions India in the T20 World Cup final in Ahmadabad. MORE..
St. Sebastian’s-Prince of Wales ‘Battle of the Golds’ ends in a draw
The 76th Battle of the Golds between St. Sebastian’s College Moratuwa and Prince of Wales’ College Moratuwa ended in a draw at the Tyronne Fernando Cricket Stadium in Moratuwa this evening. MORE..
