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“Americans were only negotiating with themselves”: Iranian military spokesperson

“Americans were only negotiating with themselves”: Iranian military spokesperson

Pharmacy owner arrested in Hatton for illegal sale of psychotropic drugs

The owner of a pharmacy in Hatton town has been arrested by officers of the Hatton Divisional Anti-Corruption Unit for selling psychiatric medication to youth without valid medical prescription. MORE..

Lebanon says Israeli strikes have killed 1,072 since March 2

Lebanon’s Health Ministry said Tuesday that the death toll from ongoing Israeli strikes on the country has risen to 1,072, with 2,966 people wounded since March 2, Anadolu reports. MORE..

China’s top diplomat urges Iran toward peace talks

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged his Iranian counterpart to “initiate peace talks as soon as possible” during a Tuesday call that Beijing said was held at the request of Tehran. MORE..

Drone attack hits fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport causing fire

Drones targeted a fuel tank at Kuwait International Airport, causing a fire but no ⁠casualties, Kuwait’s Civil Aviation Authority said on Wednesday. MORE..

Japan to assist establishment of reliable communication networks in Sri Lanka

The Ambassador of Japan to Sri Lanka, Akio Isomata, signed a grant contract to provide radio equipment under the “Grant Assistance for Grassroots Human Security Projects (GGP)” scheme. MORE..

Senate Republicans again reject effort to rein in President Trump over Iran war

Republicans again rejected a resolution aimed at requiring President Donald Trump to seek congressional approval for future US military action against Iran. MORE..

Foreign national held with illegally imported cigarettes

A foreign national has been arrested by police along with 1,300 foreign-made cigarettes that were illegally brought into the country. MORE..

Public urged to limit electricity use at night; No power cuts planned

Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody has requested the general public to use electricity sparingly between 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. MORE..

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Sri Lanka’s Central Bank keeps policy rate unchanged

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at the current level of 7.75%, following its latest Monetary Policy Board meeting held yesterday (24). MORE..

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“Fuel quotas for Ministers and officials reduced” - Cabinet Spokesman assures (English)

“Fuel quotas for Ministers and officials reduced” - Cabinet Spokesman assures (English)

Govt. failed to act decisively to tackle ongoing crisis - Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa (English)

Cabinet gives nod to appoint National Steering Committee on Education Reforms (English)

Drastic measures announced to conserve Sri Lanka's energy reserves amidst conflict in Middle East (English)

Iran pledges fuel, essential goods for Sri Lanka; Strait of Hormuz open to friendly nations: Envoy (English)

Sarvajana Balaya leader urges Govt. to formulate national plan to deal with prevailing crisis (English)

Bus, three-wheeler fares increased;Several other sectors also affected by fuel price hike (English)

Container haulage charges to rise by 20% following fuel price hike (English)

Crude oil shipments not reaching Sri Lanka due to Middle East conflict – Minister Nalinda (English)

Middle East conflict pushes Sri Lanka to increase fuel prices thrice in March (English)

Trump says US considering 'winding down' war; Iran fired missiles at UK-US base on Diego Garcia (English)

Power outages imminent if this trajectory continues, warns Opposition Leader Sajith (English)

Muslims worldwide celebrate end of Ramadan with 'Eid al-Fitr' festival (English)

No decisions made to close fuel stations over the weekend – CPC Officials (English)

Technology

Social media bans and digital curfews to be trialled on UK teenagers

Social media bans and digital curfews to be trialled on UK teenagers

Instagram now lets users reorder carousels after posting

Instagram now lets users reorder carousels after posting

China launches 10 satellites aboard Smart Dragon 3 carrier rocket from Sea platform

China launches 10 satellites aboard Smart Dragon 3 carrier rocket from Sea platform

Facebook offering TikTok and YouTube creators $3,000 to post content

Facebook offering TikTok and YouTube creators $3,000 to post content

Entertainment

HBO reveals first look at ‘Harry Potter’ TV series

HBO reveals first look at ‘Harry Potter’ TV series

Shakira’s Qatar concert postponed due to “regional situation”

Shakira’s Qatar concert postponed due to “regional situation”

GTA 6 price officially confirmed for November 2026 launch

GTA 6 price officially confirmed for November 2026 launch

Jury finds that Bill Cosby sexually assaulted woman in 1972 and awards her nearly $60 million

Jury finds that Bill Cosby sexually assaulted woman in 1972 and awards her nearly $60 million

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Sports

Birla, Blitzer, Blackstone, Times of India consortium to buy IPL team RCB for $1.78 bln

Birla, Blitzer, Blackstone, Times of India consortium to buy IPL team RCB for $1.78 bln

Mohamed Salah to leave Liverpool at end of season

Hyderabad signs Kusal Perera for PSL 2026

Rajasthan Royals announce Dasun Shanaka as replacement for Sam Curran for IPL 2026

Man City win League Cup final against Arsenal with O’Reilly double