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Pope Leo mourns victims in Middle East, prays for peace

Pope Leo XIV is following events in the Middle East with concern and has expressed “profound sorrow for all the victims of the bombings” in the region, according to Vatican News.

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 10:31 am

North Korea supports Iran’s choice of new supreme leader, KCNA says

North Korea said on Wednesday it supports the Iranian people’s choice of new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, who ⁠was named on Monday to succeed his father killed in the initial strikes against the country by the U.S. and Israel, state media said. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 9:03 am

Italy buys rare Caravaggio portrait for €30m

The Italian state has bought a painting by 16-17th Century baroque master Caravaggio for €30m (£25.9m), one of the largest sums it has ever paid for an artwork. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 12:21 pm

North Korean leader Kim watches cruise missile tests with his daughter

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un and his teenage daughter observed tests of strategic cruise missiles fired from a warship, state media reported Wednesday, as North Korea threatened responses to U.S.-South Korean military drills. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 1:53 pm

Sri Lankan workers in Israel warned over possible cyber attacks

The Embassy of Sri Lanka in Israel has advised Sri Lankan migrant workers living in Israel to avoid responding to unknown messages received via social media or email. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 1:09 pm

BASL President delivers historic address at Supreme Court of India

The President of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL), Attorney-at-Law Rajeev Amarasuriya, delivered a historic address at the Supreme Court of India in connection with a delegation of Sri Lankan lawyers visiting India at the invitation of the Bar Association of India. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 1:48 pm

Around 140 US service members injured thus far in Iran war, Pentagon says

Approximately 140 US troops have sustained injuries since the beginning of the US military’s operations against Iran, Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Tuesday, including eight who have been seriously wounded. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 7:02 am

UN-flagged Dr. Fridtjof Nansen vessel to conduct marine scientific survey in Sri Lanka’s Exclusive Economic Zone

The United Nations-flagged vessel R/V Dr Fridtjof Nansen under the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka today (11) to conduct a marine scientific survey in Sri Lanka’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 10:00 am

CID launches probe into the killing of underworld figure Makandure Madush

The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has launched an investigation into the killing of underworld gang leader Makandure Madush, who was shot dead by two unidentified gunmen while in the custody of the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD). MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 1:43 pm

Qatar Airways to operate 29 flights tomorrow including to Colombo

Qatar Airways has announced that it will operate 29 flights on Thursday: 15 departing Doha, and 14 coming in. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 6:10 am

Iran accuses US of obstructing rescue after sinking of IRIS Dena warship near Sri Lanka

Iran has accused the United States of obstructing rescue operations after the sinking of its IRIS Dena vessel near Sri Lanka earlier this month. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 5:38 am

Heaviest day of strikes yet on Iran despite market bets that war will end soon

The United States and Israel pounded Iran on Tuesday with what the Pentagon and Iranians on the ground called the most intense airstrikes of the war, despite global markets betting that President Donald Trump will seek to end the conflict soon. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 8:35 am

CEO of India’s IndiGo airline Pieter Elbers resigns, months after mass flight cancellations

Indian airline IndiGo said on Tuesday chief executive Pieter Elbers has resigned, an abrupt departure following months of scrutiny over the carrier’s failure to plan properly for pilot rest and duty rules that left tens of thousands of passengers stranded. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 11:48 am

President and top officials review issues faced by non-commercial state institutions

The Officials’ Committee, appointed under the chairmanship of the Secretary to the Prime Minister to supervise the implementation of the decision taken by the Cabinet of Ministers on March 17, 2025 concerning non-commercial state institutions, has convened under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake...MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 3:22 pm

CEBEU submits letter to Energy Minister outlining stance on electricity sector issues and TU action

The Ceylon Electricity Board Engineers’ Union (CEBEU) has sent a letter to Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody, clarifying its position with regard to overcoming current issues facing the country’s electricity system and concluding the trade union action initiated by the Joint Trade Union Alliance. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 2:54 pm

Iran’s revolutionary guards says it launched “most intense” operation

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it launched its “most intense and heaviest operation” since the start of the war, according to state media. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 7:56 am

UN Security Council to vote on first resolutions since beginning of war

The UN Security Council is due to vote later today on competing draft resolutions over the war in Iran and its impact across the region. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 12:20 pm

First in India: Supreme Court allows passive euthanasia for man who has been in coma for 13 years

In a landmark ruling, the Supreme Court has permitted passive euthanasia for 32-year-old Harish Rana from Ghaziabad, who has been in a coma for the past 13 years after suffering severe brain injuries in a fall. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 1:34 pm

Sri Lanka court orders release of 84 Iranian sailors’ bodies to embassy

The bodies of 84 Iranian sailors, currently placed in two mobile cold storage units at the Galle National Hospital, have been ordered to be handed over to officials of the Embassy of Iran in Sri Lanka. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 10:50 am

40% salary demand could force electricity tariffs to double – NTNSP Chairman

The trade unions currently engaged in strike action in the power sector have demanded a 40% salary increase, and if that demand is granted, electricity tariffs may have to be increased by around 100%, according to Nusith Kumaratunga, the Chairman of the National Transmission Network Service Provider (Pvt) Ltd. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 12:33 pm

Container vessel damaged by “suspected projectile” off UAE, reports UKMTO

A container vessel has sustained damage off the north coast of the United Arab Emirates, according to UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO). MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 9:22 am

Gulf states face fresh waves of Iranian missile and drone attacks

Gulf states have been intercepting new waves of Iranian drones and missiles early Wednesday local time. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 7:05 am

US destroys Iranian naval ships and minelayers near Strait of Hormuz, military says

The US military said it destroyed multiple Iranian naval ships — including 16 minelayers — near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 5:39 am

UN concerned closure of Strait of Hormuz could increase food costs

The United Nation’s Trade and Development body, UNCTAD, has released analysis expressing concerns the closure of the Strait of Hormuz may increase food costs and “intensify cost-of-living pressures”. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 8:52 am

Oil prices fall after IEA proposes biggest oil stock release in history

Oil prices dropped this morning after the Wall Street Journal reported the International Energy Agency has proposed the largest release of oil reserves in its history to bring down crude prices that have soared amid the U.S.-Israel war with Iran. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 8:16 am

Iran’s new Supreme Leader ‘safe and sound’ despite war injury reports, says President’s son

Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei is “safe and sound” despite reports of an injury during the war with Israel and the United States, said the son of the Iranian president on Wednesday. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 1:17 pm

Indian national among four injured after drones fall near Dubai airport

Three people have been injured after two drones “fell in the vicinity” of Dubai International Airport, says the Dubai Media Office. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 1:24 pm

SC resumes hearing of appeals filed by ex-ministers Mahindananda and Nalin Fernando for third day

The hearing of the appeal filed by former Ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando against the prison sentences imposed by the Colombo Permanent High Court Trial-at-Bar over corruption charges commenced for the third day before the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka today. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 10:47 am

Few showers expected in parts of the island today

A few showers are likely in the Northern and Eastern provinces today (11), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 5:41 am

18-month-old toddler dies after falling into pond near daycare centre

An 18-month-old toddler has died after reportedly falling into a pond located near the daycare centre where he had been under care. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 2:39 pm

Easter attacks probe shouldn’t be diverted towards political rivalries or geopolitical agendas – Namal

Easter Sunday attacks investigations should not be diverted towards political rivalries or geopolitical agendas, Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 11:41 am

Widespread power outages reported across Sri Lanka amid CEB TU action

Power outages have been reported in several parts of the country yesterday (11). MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 7:26 am

ADB Chief commends Sri Lanka’s efforts to stabilise the economy during meeting with PM Harini

Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya has held discussions with the President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Masato Kanda during her official visit to Manila. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 6:40 am

Power sector workers ordered to report to duty

Two newly established power sector companies have instructed electricity workers to report to work and continue performing their duties as usual in order to ensure the uninterrupted supply of electricity. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 8:19 am

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..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 3:40 pm

Economic Monitoring Committee meets to assess external risks to Sri Lanka’s economy

The Economic Monitoring Committee, established on the proposal by the President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to safeguard Sri Lanka’s economic stability and protect the welfare of citizens due to the conflict in the Middle East, met last afternoon (10) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 11, 2026 9:41 am

Israel has been illegally using white phosphorus in Lebanon: Human Rights Watch

The Israeli military illegally used white phosphorus munitions over homes in the southern Lebanese town Yohmor on March 3, posing a threat to civilians, Human Rights Watch said in a report on Monday. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 8:32 pm

Over 600kg of narcotics discovered in multi-day trawler seized by navy: Minister

Over 600 kilograms of narcotics have been discovered in the multi-day fishing vessel seized by the Sri Lanka Navy on suspicion of transporting a consignment of drugs, according to Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ananda Wijepala. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 7:34 pm

Former DIG of CID Prasad Ranasinghe granted bail

Former Deputy Inspector General of Police of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Prasad Ranasinghe who was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for allegedly obstructing investigations has been granted bail. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 6:50 pm

SC postpones hearing of Mahindananda and Nalin’s appeal petitions to tomorrow

The Supreme Court has adjourned until tomorrow (11) the hearing of the appeal petitions filed by former ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando against the prison sentences imposed on them over corruption charges. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 5:53 pm

Peradeniya Uni students stage torchlight protest alleging curbs on student freedom

A group of students of the University of Peradeniya held a torchlight protest today at the Galaha Junction, to voice opposition to what they describe as increasing restrictions on student freedoms. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 8:54 pm

Bodies of sailors killed in warship sinking near Sri Lanka will be repatriated: Iran

Iran says the bodies of dozens of sailors killed when the US attacked and sank IRIS Dena vessel close to Sri Lanka will soon be returned to the country. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 7:50 pm

Functions of RTI Commission to be digitized

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to the proposal to implement a project for the digitalization of the operational activities of the Right to Information Commission. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 4:57 pm

PM Harini highlights importance of recognising women’s unpaid care work

Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya today participated in the International Women’s Day Flagship Event hosted by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) at the ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 6:27 pm

President pledges to introduce national policy to upgrade Sri Lanka’s public transport system

It is the government’s expectation to establish a strong public transport system that is comfortable, safe, efficient and reliable for the people and that the government is currently in the process of formulating a national policy to achieve this objective, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 5:27 pm

CEB subsidiaries agree to 62 of 64 union demands

The boards of four key subsidiary companies linked to the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) have agreed to 62 out of 64 demands presented by trade unions following discussions held with union representatives. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 8:20 pm

Tuesday will be most intense day of strikes on Iran, Hegseth says

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday would be the most intense ⁠day of strikes against Iran in the campaign so far. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 5:54 pm

Electricity TUs to continue their strike as talks with authorities end in deadlock

A number of electricity trade unions have announced that they will continue their strike action over several demands. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 5:30 pm

Oil sinks 7% as Trump predicts Middle East de-escalation

Oil prices plummeted 7% on Tuesday after soaring to a more than three-year high in the previous session as U.S. President Donald Trump predicted the war in the Middle East could end soon, easing concerns about prolonged disruptions to oil supplies. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 7:57 pm

Public urged to reduce non-essential travel and conserve fuel amid global energy crisis

The Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), D.J. Rajakaruna, has requested the public to reduce non-essential travel and use fuel sparingly in order to manage the energy crisis arising from the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 10, 2026 4:36 pm

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