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G7 finance chiefs say it is urgent to limit Middle East war’s cost to global economy

Finance chiefs of the Group of Seven nations on Thursday said it was urgent to limit the cost to the global economy of an enduring Middle East war and “reaffirmed the pressing need ⁠to move toward a lasting peace.” MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 6:13 am

Deduru Oya drowning incident: Death toll rises to 8 as last two bodies recovered

Sri Lanka Police have confirmed that the recovery of the last two bodies from the Deduru Oya drowning incident has brought the death toll to eight. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 11:00 am

Registration of Persons Dept. services suspended today due to system failure

The Ministry of Digital Economy has announced that all public services of the Department for Registration of Persons (ID Office) have been temporarily suspended today (17) following an unexpected system breakdown. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 7:25 am

QR code fuel quota system for petrol vehicles to resume from midnight tomorrow

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has announced that the temporary suspension of the QR code-based fuel quota system for petrol-powered vehicles will come to an end from midnight tomorrow (18). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 2:05 pm

Advisory issued for severe lightning

An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Southern Province and in Colombo, Kaluthara, Monaragala and Rathnapura districts. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 12:41 pm

Trump says Iran war should end ‘soon’, both sides may meet at weekend

US President Donald Trump expressed confidence that an agreement could soon be reached to end the Iran war and urged the Tehran-aligned Hezbollah group to hold its fire as a 10-day truce went in to effect between Lebanon and Israel. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 11:32 am

Ministry issues notice on implementation of Grade 1 education reforms

The distribution of activity books for Grade 1, covering the second and third terms for the year 2026, has already commenced, according to the Ministry of Education. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 10:12 am

Showers expected in several provinces after 1pm today

Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and Uva provinces and in Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts after 1.00 pm, the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 6:06 am

Indian Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan to visit Sri Lanka

The Vice President of India, Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, is scheduled to undertake an official visit to Sri Lanka from April 19 to 20, 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 11:20 am

Navy seizes 10 multi-day fishing trawlers linked to drug trafficking in first quarter

The Sri Lanka Navy has seized a total of 10 local multi-day fishing trawlers involved in drug trafficking during the first three months of this year. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 8:30 am

OpenAI launches AI model GPT-Rosalind for life sciences research

OpenAI on Thursday introduced an artificial intelligence model touting increased biology knowledge and scientific research capabilities, as the startup deepens its push into the life sciences field. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 6:31 am

Attempted shooting targeting “Podi Patty” reported in Ahungalla

A shooting incident targeting an individual known as “Podi Patty,” the brother of organized criminal figure “Loku Patty,” has been reported in the Ahungalla area. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 10:13 am

Iran has agreed to hand over its enriched uranium supply, says Trump

US President Donald Trump said Thursday (Apr 16) that Iran has agreed to hand over its store of enriched uranium and that the two sides were “close” to a peace deal to end the war that has engulfed the Middle East. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 10:26 am

First crude oil tanker since Middle East conflict to arrive today

Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited (CPSTL) has announced that the first crude oil tanker to arrive in Sri Lanka since the outbreak of the Middle East conflicts is scheduled to arrive today (17). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 7:41 am

Eight people killed in helicopter crash in Indonesia’s West Kalimantan

All eight people on board a helicopter were killed when it crashed in Indonesia’s West Kalimantan province, authorities said on Friday as search teams tried to retrieve the bodies and wreckage. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 8:29 am

Nuwara Eliya PS chairman’s bail application rejected

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has rejected the bail application of the Chairman of the Nuwara Eliya Pradeshiya Sabha, Velu Yogaraj, who is currently in remand custody over corruption allegations. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 11:41 am

Sarath Kongahage and Devapriya Abeysinghe granted bail

The former Chairman of the Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation (SLRC), Sarath Kongahage and the former Director General, Devapriya Abeysinghe who were arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC), have been granted bail by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 11:27 am

Global oil prices dip as fragile Israel-Lebanon truce announced

Global oil prices retreated slightly on Friday morning in Asia after a ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel came into effect. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 9:13 am

President appoints commission to probe alleged irregularities in Lanka Coal Company

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed a Commission of Inquiry to investigate whether irregularities or illegal acts occurred within the state-owned Lanka Coal Company (Pvt) Ltd ...MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 12:47 pm

Former SriLankan CEO Kapila Chandrasena further remanded after bail refusal

The Colombo Magistrate’s Court today ordered the refusal of the bail application of former SriLankan Airlines Chief Executive Officer Kapila Chandrasena, who is currently in remand custody in connection with an incident involving the alleged acceptance of bribes during the purchase of Airbus aircraft for the airline. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 12:42 pm

Six bodies recovered following drowning incident at Deduru Oya

Six bodies—comprising two females and four males—have been recovered from among a group of individuals who were reportedly swept away while bathing in the Deduru Oya in the Kuratiyagahamula area of Kobeigane. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 8:50 am

Special bus services deployed for passengers returning to Colombo after New Year

The National Transport Commission (NTC) has announced that special bus services have commenced today for the public returning to Colombo after the Sinhala and Tamil New Year holidays. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 10:38 am

Vijay unveils TVK’s manifesto; promises free gas cylinders

Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief and actor Vijay on Thursday unveiled the party’s election manifesto, promising Rs 2,500 monthly assistance for women and 8 gm gold and silk saree for every bride from families with annual income below Rs 5 lakh for if voted into power in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections scheduled for April 23. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 1:10 pm

Multi-day fishing vessel with suspected narcotics brought to Dikkowita Harbour

UPDATE: The Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) has confirmed that the substance recovered from the local multi-day fishing vessel is heroin. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 7:32 am

Audi, SAIC will jointly develop future models under new China brand

Audi will deepen its partnership with China’s SAIC for future generations of models under their co-owned new brand, with ⁠four of them to be launched in China in the coming years, the company said in a statement on Friday. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 1:00 pm

Trump says he may go to Islamabad if Iran deal reached

US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that if a deal with Iran to conclude the war is reached and signed in Islamabad, he might go, and that Iran has agreed to almost everything. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 6:19 am

Special train services scheduled to operate for passengers returning to Colombo

The Railway Department has deployed several special train services for the public returning to Colombo after visiting their hometowns for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 12:51 pm

Over 150 kg of heroin worth Rs. 4 bln found on seized fishing trawler off Southern Seas

Over 150 kilograms of heroin, valued at around Rs. 4 billion, have been recovered from a fishing trawler seized by the Sri Lanka Navy and brought to the Dikowita Fisheries Harbour this morning (17). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 17, 2026 9:06 am

TIME releases list of ‘100 most influential people’; Trump, Mamdani, Netanyahu among top leaders

TIME released its list of the ‘100 Most Influential People of 2026’ on Wednesday, naming Pope Leo, US President Donald Trump, New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani, among others. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 12:13 pm

Registration of Persons Dept. temporarily suspends services tomorrow due to system failure

The Department for Registration of Persons (ID Office) has announced that all public services, including the one-day service at its head office and all provincial offices, will be suspended tomorrow (April 17). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 3:49 pm

Major fire at Australian oil refinery to impact nation’s petrol supplies

A major fire has broken out at one of Australia’s two oil refineries, deepening fears over the nation’s petrol supplies amid a global fuel crunch. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 7:22 am

44 dead in 42 road accidents reported during festive period: Police

Sri Lanka Police reported a total of 42 road traffic accidents across the island between April 10 and 15, resulting in 44 fatalities. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 1:13 pm

First crude oil tanker since Middle East conflict to arrive in Sri Lanka tomorrow

Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited (CPSTL) has announced that the first crude oil tanker to arrive since the onset of the Middle East conflict is scheduled to reach the island tomorrow (17). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 3:55 pm

Six Chinese nationals arrested with smuggled cigarettes at BIA

A total of six Chinese nationals who illegally brought a consignment of cigarettes into the country have been arrested by Customs officers at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 12:11 pm

Fuel and electricity supply to continue uninterrupted despite Middle East conflict – Minister

Minister of Health and Mass Media, Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, has stated that Sri Lanka’s fuel and electricity supply will continue without interruption despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 2:13 pm

Further details emerge on arrest of ex-MP Chandana Kathriarachchi

Further details have emerged regarding the arrest of former Member of Parliament Chandana Kathriarachchi by the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 4:14 pm

Legal action initiated against over 400 traders during festive season – PHIs

The Public Health Inspectors’ Union (PHIU) states that legal action has been initiated against more than 400 traders following island-wide inspections conducted in view of the Sinhala and Tamil New Year. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 10:06 am

Ranbir Kapoor makes history as only Bollywood star on TIME 100 list

In a major global milestone, Ranbir Kapoor has been named among TIME Magazine’s 100 most influential people, becoming the only Bollywood actor to feature on this year’s prestigious list. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 12:24 pm

Former MP Chandana Kathriarachchi arrested

Former Member of Parliament Chandana Kathriarachchi has been arrested by the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 1:50 pm

Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island

The Meteorology Department says showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Central, Uva and North-western provinces after 1.00 pm. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 6:57 am

Auspicious time for commencing urgent duties falls tomorrow

The auspicious time for departing for urgent duties, as specified in the Sinhala and Tamil New Year auspicious time schedule (‘Nekath Seettuwa’), falls tomorrow (April 17). MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 9:20 am

Sri Lanka assures uninterrupted travel for Bangladeshis despite global crisis

Travel to Sri Lanka remains fully unaffected for Bangladeshi tourists despite ongoing global conflicts and economic uncertainties, said Buddhika Hewawasam, Chairman of Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, while talking to The Bangladesh Monitor during a media networking session held at Le Meridien Dhaka on April 5. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 10:23 am

Pakistan says no dates set for second round of US-Iran talks

No dates have been decided for the second round of talks between ⁠the U.S. and Iran, a spokesperson for Pakistan’s foreign ministry said on Thursday. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 3:21 pm

Trump says talks between leaders of Israel and Lebanon ‘will happen’ on Thursday

US president Donald Trump has said talks between the leaders of Israel and Lebanon “will happen” on Thursday. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 10:14 am

Chinese FM says reopening of Strait of Hormuz is a “unanimous demand” of international community

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi told his Iranian counterpart that reopening the Strait of Hormuz was a unanimous demand from the international community. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 9:31 am

Senate Republicans reject effort to halt Iran war, but some eye future war powers votes

The Republican-led Senate on Wednesday rejected the latest Democratic attempt to halt President Donald Trump’s war in Iran, turning aside a resolution that would require the U.S. to withdraw forces from the conflict until Congress authorizes further action. MORE..

(0)Comments | April 16, 2026 5:33 am

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