Narcotics worth Rs. 10 bln and assault rifles seized from intercepted trawlers
The value of the stock of narcotics seized from the two intercepted trawlers in seas off the Southern coast is estimated to be Rs. 10 billion, the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) confirmed. MORE..
- PM Harini returns after concluding visit to Manila
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- Advisory issued for severe lightning
- Sri Lanka joins ‘Open Government Partnership Regional Roundtable’ in Bangkok
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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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Alarms sound in Bahrain, interior ministry says
The Bahrain interior ministry says alarms in the country have been activated.
Air New Zealand cuts 1,100 flights over fuel price fears
New Zealand’s national airline said Thursday (Mar 12) it would cancel 1,100 flights over the next two months, pointing to the impact of the war in the Middle East. MORE..
Sri Lanka joins ‘Open Government Partnership Regional Roundtable’ in Bangkok
Minister of Science and Technology Prof. Chrishantha Abeysena and Member of Parliament Shanakiyan Rasamanickam participated in the Open Government Partnership Regional Learning Exchange Roundtable held in Bangkok, Thailand. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and Galle and Matara districts. MORE..
Israel issues new evacuation warning in Lebanon after deadly strikes
Israel has issued an urgent warning for residents in Qasr Naba, in Lebanon’s Baalbek region, to evacuate the area. MORE..
Student killed, another injured in accident at international school in Kandy
A seven-year-old student has died after being run over by a vehicle belonging to a member of the board of directors of an international school in Mahaiyawa, Kandy, police stated. MORE..
PM Harini returns after concluding visit to Manila
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya who was on an official visit to Manila, Philippines following the invitation of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), has returned to Sri Lanka. MORE..
Two fishing trawlers with suspected drugs and weapons brought to Dikkowita Harbour
Two multi-day fishing trawlers suspected of transporting narcotics and weapons were brought to Dikkowita Harbour today (12) after being seized by the Sri Lanka Navy in international waters south of the country. MORE..
Iraq shuts down oil port operations after tanker attacks
Iraq’s oil ports have completely stopped operations following Iranian attacks on two oil tankers in its waters. MORE..
Govt. to introduce priority bus service for persons with disabilities from April
The government has decided to launch a priority bus service for persons with disabilities starting next month. MORE..
Three crew members ‘believed trapped’ aboard Thai ship attacked in Gulf: Shipping firm
Three crew members were “believed to be trapped” aboard a Thai bulk carrier that was hit by two projectiles on Wednesday (Mar 10) while travelling through the crucial Strait of Hormuz, the vessel’s owner said. MORE..
US intelligence says Iran government is not at risk of collapse, say sources
U.S. intelligence indicates that Iran’s leadership is still largely intact and is not at risk of collapse any time soon after nearly two weeks of relentless U.S. and Israeli bombardment, according to three sources familiar with the matter. MORE..
Proposal to appoint new Ambassadors to Israel and Iran approved
The Parliamentary Committee on High Posts has approved the proposal to appoint Prof. M.I. Fazeeha Azmi as the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Iran. MORE..
Middle East conflict could have major impact on Sri Lanka’s future - Mahinda Rajapaksa
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa stated that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could have a significant impact on the future of Sri Lanka. MORE..
Alarms sound in Bahrain, interior ministry says
The Bahrain interior ministry says alarms in the country have been activated.
Air New Zealand cuts 1,100 flights over fuel price fears
New Zealand’s national airline said Thursday (Mar 12) it would cancel 1,100 flights over the next two months, pointing to the impact of the war in the Middle East. MORE..
Sri Lanka joins ‘Open Government Partnership Regional Roundtable’ in Bangkok
Minister of Science and Technology Prof. Chrishantha Abeysena and Member of Parliament Shanakiyan Rasamanickam participated in the Open Government Partnership Regional Learning Exchange Roundtable held in Bangkok, Thailand. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and Galle and Matara districts. MORE..
Israel issues new evacuation warning in Lebanon after deadly strikes
Israel has issued an urgent warning for residents in Qasr Naba, in Lebanon’s Baalbek region, to evacuate the area. MORE..
Student killed, another injured in accident at international school in Kandy
A seven-year-old student has died after being run over by a vehicle belonging to a member of the board of directors of an international school in Mahaiyawa, Kandy, police stated. MORE..
PM Harini returns after concluding visit to Manila
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya who was on an official visit to Manila, Philippines following the invitation of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), has returned to Sri Lanka. MORE..
Two fishing trawlers with suspected drugs and weapons brought to Dikkowita Harbour
Two multi-day fishing trawlers suspected of transporting narcotics and weapons were brought to Dikkowita Harbour today (12) after being seized by the Sri Lanka Navy in international waters south of the country. MORE..
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Technology
China unveils world’s strongest ultra-high-strength carbon fiber
China on Wednesday unveiled an independently developed T1200-grade ultra-high-strength carbon fiber, the world’s strongest of its kind, designed for use in aerospace and other advanced industries. MORE..
UK watchdogs press Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube to block children
UK watchdogs press Meta, TikTok, Snap and YouTube to block children
Britain’s media and privacy regulators on Thursday demanded that major social media platforms do more to keep children off their services, warning that companies were failing to enforce their own minimum age rules. MORE..
YouTube opens deepfake detection tool to politicians and journalists
YouTube opens deepfake detection tool to politicians and journalists
YouTube on Tuesday started offering a free tool to government officials, journalists and political candidates to help them identify and remove AI-generated videos that resemble their appearance. MORE..
UK parliament votes to reject social media ban for under-16s
UK parliament votes to reject social media ban for under-16s
A ban on social media for under-16s has been rejected by members of parliament in the UK. MORE..
Entertainment
Michael Jackson estate motion granted amid child sex trafficking allegations
Michael Jackson’s estate has been granted a motion to enter arbitration after Frank Cascio and his adult siblings, who spent time with the late singer, accused him of being a ‘‘serial child predator’’ and sued his estate for child sex trafficking. MORE..
Italy buys rare Caravaggio portrait for €30m
Italy buys rare Caravaggio portrait for €30m
The Italian state has bought a painting by 16-17th Century baroque master Caravaggio for €30m (Ł25.9m), one of the largest sums it has ever paid for an artwork. MORE..
Rihanna steps up security following shooting attack at her residence
Rihanna steps up security following shooting attack at her residence
Grammy-winning singer Rihanna has reportedly increased her personal security after a gun attack on her home, which left her shaken. MORE..
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
Bruno Mars’s latest album “The Romantic” has debuted at No. 1 on the albums chart, making it his first full-length project to bow atop the tally. MORE..
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USA
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UK
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Europe
Euro |
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Switzerland
Swiss Franc |
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Canada
Canadian Dollar |
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Australia
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Singapore
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Oman
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Qatar
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Riyal | 85.2822 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 82.8663 |
UAE
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Dirham | 84.6576 |
Sports
Bimal Wijesinghe elected as President of Sri Lanka Athletics Association
Bimal Prasanna Wijesinghe has been elected as the new President of the Sri Lanka Athletics Association. MORE..
Iran cannot participate in the FIFA World Cup, sports minister says
Iran are not in a position to participate in the 2026 World Cup, says the country’s Minister of Sports and Youth Ahmad Donyamali.
ICC unveils final prize money for T20 World Cup teams; Sri Lanka gets $475,962
Following the successful conclusion of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed the final distribution of the tournament’s US$11.25 million Players’ Prize Money pool, in line with the record-breaking increase to ICC prize money made in 2024. MORE..
Trump will welcome Iran at World Cup – Fifa boss
US President Donald Trump has said Iran are “welcome” to take part in this summer’s World Cup despite the countries being at war, according to Fifa president Gianni Infantino. MORE..
Afghanistan-Sri Lanka series likely to be played at end of the year
Afghanistan Cricket Board officials on Tuesday confirmed that they have postponed their upcoming series against Sri Lanka, scheduled in the United Arab Emirates, due to the ongoing military conflict between USA, Israel and Iran in the Middle East. MORE..
