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Astrologers question govt over decision not to release ‘Avurudu Nekath Seettuwa’

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Canadian couple arrested with over 32kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA

A foreign couple who allegedly attempted to smuggle a consignment of ‘Kush’ cannabis into the country has been arrested by Sri Lanka Customs officers at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake this morning (10). MORE..

Sri Lanka forms Committee on Economic Surveillance amidst Middle East conflict

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to the proposal to appoint a ‘Committee on Economic Surveillance’ to tackle issues that Sri Lanka may face amidst the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Cabinet approves 14-day visa extension for foreign nationals amid Middle East flight disruptions

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal to grant a 14-day visa extension to foreign nationals currently staying in Sri Lanka due to the ongoing conflict situation in the Middle East. MORE..

Former DIG of CID arrested by Bribery Commission

The former Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Prasad Ranasinghe, has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for allegedly obstructing investigations.

191 injured in Israel over last 24 hours as conflict with Iran intensifies: Israeli Health Ministry

Figures released by the Israeli Ministry of Health and published by the Times of Israel reveal that a total of 191 individuals sustained injuries over the last 24 hours amid the continuing hostilities with Iran. MORE..

Netanyahu says Israel will continue Iran strikes

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Tuesday that Israel will continue striking Iran. MORE..

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Fuel prices increased to manage stocks and stabilize Market, officials say

The Managing Director of the Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited (CPSTL), Mayura Neththikumarage has explained today (10) the reasons for yesterday’s increase in fuel prices in the country. MORE..

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Govt. should use funds in treasury to provide concessions instead of increasing fuel prices – Harsha

The government should utilize the funds in the treasury to provide concessions to the general public instead of increasing fuel prices in line with global developments, the Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF), Member of Parliament Harsha de Silva stated. MORE..

16-hour water cut in Negombo and Katana on Thursday

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced a 16-hour water supply suspension affecting the Negombo and Katana areas on March 12. MORE..

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

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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)

US says it will not influence Sri Lanka's decisions; SL will not align with any party – Minister (English)

Sri Lanka marks Int'l Women's Day with several events;Manusath Derana conducts medical clinic (English)

'International laws must be followed, any challenge can be faced then” – FM Vijitha Herath (English)

Second gunman of Akuregoda shooting interrogated, more details revealed (English)

Global price hikes may affect local prices - Trade Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe (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)

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

Technology

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

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

Apple’s cheapest ever MacBook unveiled

Apple’s cheapest ever MacBook unveiled

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

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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

Jennifer Runyon, ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Charles in Charge’ actress, dies at 65

Jennifer Runyon, ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Charles in Charge’ actress, dies at 65

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

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Sports

Sri Lanka cancel Afghanistan white-ball tour due to West Asia conflict

Sri Lanka cancel Afghanistan white-ball tour due to West Asia conflict

ICC key meeting postponed amid Middle East tensions

India beat New Zealand to become first team to win three T20 world titles

T20 World Cup Final: India post 255/5 against New Zealand

T20 World Cup Final: New Zealand elect to bowl first against India in Ahmedabad