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Iran reaches agreements with Oman during Hormuz talks, FM says

Iran reaches agreements with Oman during Hormuz talks, FM says

No irregularities in Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund, Dy Minister states

Donations received for the “Rebuilding Sri Lanka” Fund are securely held in the Treasury, according to the Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. Anil Jayantha. MORE..

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MP Ramanathan Archchuna remanded

Jaffna District Member of Parliament Dr. Ramanathan Archchuna, who was arrested by the Ilavalai Police this morning (27), has been remanded.

Locomotive operators to strictly observe speed limits, warn of possible train delays

Locomotive engine drivers will strictly adhere to prescribed speed limits in future, the Locomotive Operating Engineers’ Union has announced while warning that this may result in delays to rail services. MORE..

European Commission Chief says ‘too early’ to lift Iran sanctions

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Monday that it was too early to drop sanctions imposed on Iran. MORE..

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SJB extends invitation to UNP for Colombo May Day rally

The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has extended an invitation to the United National Party (UNP) to attend its May Day rally, which is scheduled to be held in Colombo this year. MORE..

Advisory issued for severe lightning in several provinces

An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, North-Western and North-Central and in the Galle, Matara, Mannar and Vavuniya districts. MORE..

Oil at three-week high after US-Iran peace talks stall

Oil prices are climbing today (27), after US officials cancelled a planned trip to Pakistan over the weekend for peace talks, dimming hopes for a swift end to a conflict that has choked off much of the Middle East’s vast oil and natural gas supplies from global markets. MORE..

SC Justice recuses himself from Rishad Bathiudeen’s Wilpattu appeal hearing

A justice of the Supreme Court today (27) recused himself from hearing an appeal filed by former Minister Rishad Bathiudeen, which challenges a prior ruling in a case concerning the clearing of protected forest lands adjacent to the Wilpattu reserve for resettlement purposes. MORE..

Dy Minister denies claims of irregular RDA payments, calls allegations baseless

The Road Development Authority (RDA) has not made any duplicate payments to companies or contractors from its primary account or any related accounts, according to the Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways, Prasanna Gunasena. MORE..

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Memorial services to be held across Sri Lanka tomorrow to remember 2019 Easter Sunday attack victims (English)

Memorial services to be held across Sri Lanka tomorrow to remember 2019 Easter Sunday attack victims (English)

President appoints new Energy Minister; Cabinet responsible for substandard coal imports –Opposition (English)

No corruption during coal procurement: Dy Minister | Opposition says govt. safeguarding wrongdoers (English)

Additional buses and trains deployed to facilitate those returning to Colombo after New Year holiday (English)

Visiting Indian Vice President meets President, PM and several others to strengthen bilateral ties (English)

Public representatives comment on resignation of Energy Minister (English)

Karandeniye Sudda's brother 'SF Raju' brought to Sri Lanka after arrest in India (English)

Police Chief raises concern over rising incidents of drowning deaths (English)

CPC denies purchasing crude oil at $286 per barrel (English)

Iran reopens Strait of Hormuz as Trump says US blockade will continue (English)

Imported coal was substandard, but no fraud occured - Minister Vijitha Herath (English)

Fuel prices may be adjusted amid global market fluctuations as govt absorbs import costs - Minister (English)

44 killed in road accidents during festive period; Drunk driving identified as a main cause: Police (English)

Former MP Chandana Kathriarachchi arrested with firearms and ammunition cache (English)

Technology

WhatsApp will stop working on these phones from September 8

WhatsApp will stop working on these phones from September 8

Norway government plans social media ban for children under 16

Norway government plans social media ban for children under 16

Billionaire backer sues Trump family’s crypto firm over alleged extortion

Billionaire backer sues Trump family’s crypto firm over alleged extortion

Ping-pong robot Ace makes history by beating top-level human players

Ping-pong robot Ace makes history by beating top-level human players

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‘Michael’ scores biggest music biopic opening ever with $97M debut

‘Michael’ scores biggest music biopic opening ever with $97M debut

Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny top Spotify’s first all-time most streamed artists list

Taylor Swift and Bad Bunny top Spotify’s first all-time most streamed artists list

 “Beauty of Sri Lanka” exhibition to be held in Los Angeles

“Beauty of Sri Lanka” exhibition to be held in Los Angeles

Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount’s $111bn takeover

Warner Bros shareholders approve Paramount’s $111bn takeover

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Former All Blacks Captain Kieran Read arrives in Sri Lanka

Former All Blacks Captain Kieran Read arrives in Sri Lanka

Asian Games years could be moved in shake-up: Report

New Zealanders edge past Sri Lanka Tuskers 27-16 in Colombo

IPL: Lungi Ngidi to leave hospital soon after head injury

St. Joseph’s beat St. Peter’s by 4 wickets in the annual limited over encounter