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Americans urged to exercise increased caution ‘worldwide’

The US State Department has issued an updated caution to Americans across the world due to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 6:37 am

Dollar rises as escalating Middle East war spurs haven demand

The dollar rose on Monday as escalating retaliatory threats in the Middle East conflict curbed risk appetite and lifted demand for safe-haven assets. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 8:52 am

Food and travel costs expected to surge amid prolonged conflict, analyst says

Consumers around the world can expect to pay more for groceries and travel as the energy crisis triggered by US-Israel war with Iran drags on, an analyst told CNN. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 2:26 pm

All services at Dept. of Registration of Persons suspended tomorrow due to system failure

Services at the head office and regional offices of the Department of Registration of Persons have been affected following an unexpected breakdown in its computer system. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 7:45 pm

Several private bus operators suspend services amid delay in fare revision

Severe queues were reported at major bus terminals this morning (23) after several private bus associations withdrew from operations pending a formal revision of bus fares. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 8:48 am

World faces worst energy crisis in decades, IEA chief warns

The war in the Middle East could plunge the world into its worst energy crisis in decades, International Energy Agency (IEA) Executive Director Fatih Birol warned on Monday, describing the situation as ‘‘very severe.’’ MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 10:34 am

UK sees no evidence of Iran targeting Britain, says PM Starmer

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday there had been no assessment that mainland Britain was being targeted by Iran. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 4:22 pm

President urges citizens to conserve energy during peak hours

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake instructed the officials to take all possible measures to safeguard the country’s energy conservation by raising public awareness on the prudent use of energy during the peak consumption period between 6.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m., while ensuring the active participation of the public in these efforts. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 5:50 pm

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

China successfully launched 10 satellites into orbit late on Sunday, using the Jielong 3 (Smart Dragon 3) carrier rocket that lifted off from a mobile launch platform in the Yellow Sea off the coast of Haiyang in Shandong province, state media reported. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 3:27 pm

Sri Lanka and Australia hold talks to strengthen bilateral ties

A meeting between the Chief of Staff to the President, Prabath Chandrakeerthi, and the Australian High Commissioner, Matthew Duckworth, was held at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (23). MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 4:50 pm

Sri Lanka’s inflation decreases to 1.6% in February 2026

The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), has decreased to 1.6% in February 2026, compared to 2.4% in January 2026, according to the latest data released by the Department of Census and Statistics. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 3:10 pm

Bus services disrupted in several areas; NTC proposes over 10% fare increase

A shortage of bus services has been reported in several areas today (23), despite a limited number of buses being in operation, according to Director General of the National Transport Commission (NTC), Dr. Nilan Miranda. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 12:27 pm

Private buses withdrawn from services, not on strike – Gemunu

The President of the Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA), Gemunu Wijeratne, stated that the decision by private bus operators to withdraw from services today (23) is not a strike action. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 1:26 pm

Powdered milk and wheat flour prices to remain unchanged until New Year

Prices of imported powdered milk and wheat flour in the country will not be increased under any circumstances, the Ministry of Trade, Commerce, Food Security and Cooperative Development has announced. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 4:45 pm

Colombian military plane carrying more than 100 troops crashes on takeoff

A Colombian military transport plane that crashed on takeoff in the south of the country was carrying more than 100 personnel, according to Vice President Francia Márquez Mina. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 11:54 pm

Iran says there is “no dialogue between Tehran and Washington”

Iran has denied any dialogue with Washington, dismissing President Donald Trump’s claims as an attempt to lower energy prices and buy time for military plans, several Iranian state-affiliated media outlets reported citing the foreign ministry. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 5:54 pm

US attack on ‘IRIS Dena’ near Sri Lanka a violation of humanitarian law - Iranian Ambassador

At a special press conference held at the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Colombo, Iranian Ambassador Dr. Alireza Delkhosh made a series of serious allegations regarding recent developments involving Iran and the United States. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 1:20 pm

Donald Trump postpones military strikes on Iranian power plants

President Donald Trump said on Monday the U.S. has had good and productive conversations with Iran and he will order the military to postpone any military strikes against Iranian power plants ⁠and energy infrastructure for five days. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 4:51 pm

Showers expected in certain parts of the island

Showers or thundershowers may occur at several places in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle, Matara and Nuwara-Eliya districts after 2.00 pm, today (23), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 6:32 am

Sri Lankan delegation meets Indian Lok Sabha Speaker

A Sri Lankan parliamentary delegation led by Parliamentarian S. M. Marikkar called on Indian Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla at Parliament House, underlining efforts to strengthen bilateral ties between the two nations. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 7:51 pm

Saudi Aramco cuts oil supply to Asia for second month in April

Saudi Aramco, the world’s top oil exporter, has cut crude supply to Asian buyers for a second month in April, two sources with knowledge of the matter said on Monday, after the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran disrupted trade via the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 9:28 am

Iran expresses readiness to support Sri Lanka with essential supplies, including oil

At a press conference held at the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Colombo, Iranian Ambassador Dr. Alireza Delkhosh reiterated Iran’s commitment to its bilateral relationship with Sri Lanka and emphasized continued cooperation between the two countries. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 12:17 pm

FR petition against Suresh Sallay’s arrest to be considered in Sept.

The Supreme Court has ordered that a Fundamental Rights (FR) petition challenging the arrest and detention of the former Head of the State Intelligence Service, Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay, under the Prevention of Terrorism Act, be taken up for consideration on September 25, 2026. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 1:19 pm

Asian stock markets tumble

Major Asian stock markets fell sharply on Monday after the US and Iran threatened to intensify hostilities as the war enters its fourth week. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 7:00 am

Russia calls for ‘political’ settlement over Iran as Trump says US talking to Tehran

Russia on Monday (Mar 23) called for a “political and diplomatic” settlement to the Middle East war just as US President Donald Trump claimed that Washington and Tehran had held talks on ending the conflict. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 6:21 pm

Vehicle parking fee collection in Colombo resumes today – CMC

The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has resumed the collection of vehicle parking fees across its jurisdiction from today (23). MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 9:24 am

Private bus operators to resume normal operations tomorrow after bus fare hike – LPBOA

The Lankan Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) says it is satisfied with the new bus fares approved by the National Transport Commission (NTC). MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 7:06 pm

Bus fares increased by 12.19%; Minimum fare at Rs. 30

The bus fares will be increased by 12.19 percent from midnight today (23), Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has stated. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 6:37 pm

Iran threatens to attack Mideast electrical plants powering US bases

As U.S. President Donald Trump’s deadline on opening the Strait of Hormuz approaches, Iran on Monday threatened to attack Mideast electrical plants powering American military bases. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 11:05 am

Strait of Hormuz will be “open very soon” and US and Iran would jointly control it: Trump

President Donald Trump told CNN Monday that the Strait of Hormuz will be “open very soon,” adding he’d like to see the vital shipping route under joint US and Iranian control. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 8:00 pm

ADB Chief arrives in Sri Lanka on official visit

The President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Masato Kanda arrived in Sri Lanka on an official visit this morning (23). MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 9:54 am

UAE official blasts Arab and Muslim countries for failing to support Gulf states under attack

A top official from the United Arab Emirates has criticized “major” Arab and Islamic nations for failing to support Gulf Arab countries in “times of hardship.” MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 4:06 pm

Ex-Minister Arjuna Ranatunga and brother indicted over corruption case

Former Minister Arjuna Ranatunga and former Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) Dhammika Ranatunga have been served indictments before the Colombo High Court today (23) on a corruption charge. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 11:01 am

Oil falls over 13% on Trump postponing military strikes on Iran energy infrastructure

Oil prices plummeted Monday after US President Donald Trump suggested that ongoing talks between the United States and Iran could end the war. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 5:14 pm

Bus fare revision proposal to be presented to Cabinet today

The proposal to increase bus fares is scheduled to be presented to the Cabinet today (23). MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 6:50 am

Macron calls for ‘‘halt to attacks on energy facilities’‘ in talks with Saudi Crown Prince

French Prime Minister Emmanuel Macron on Monday held talks with Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 7:42 am

PM Harini chairs meeting to review proposal to establish National Nursing University

A discussion to review the current progress of the special committee appointed under the government’s policy proposals to establish a National Nursing University aimed at elevating the nursing profession in Sri Lanka to degree level was held at the Prime Minister’s Office today (23). MORE..

(0)Comments | March 23, 2026 8:20 pm

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