Navy seizes fishing trawler suspected of carrying narcotics haul and weapons
A multi-day fishing trawler transporting a stock of sacks suspected to contain narcotics and weapons was seized during a special operation conducted in the deep seas off the southern coast of Sri Lanka. MORE..
- Former DIG of CID arrested by Bribery Commission
- Cabinet approves 14-day visa extension for foreign nationals amid Middle East flight disruptions
- Sri Lanka forms Committee on Economic Surveillance amidst Middle East conflict
- Canadian couple arrested with over 32kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA
- Astrologers question govt over decision not to release ‘Avurudu Nekath Seettuwa’
- Vietnam urges people to work from home to save fuel as Iran war disrupts supplies
- Cabinet nod to increase allowance for landslide resettlement programme to Rs. 2.5 mln
- Sri Lanka broadcasters meet UN Resident Coordinator to discuss media trends and laws
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- Rihanna steps up security following shooting attack at her residence
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Govt. defends fuel price hike, cites surge in consumption and global oil prices
The government has clarified the reasons behind the recent increase in fuel prices despite earlier assurances that sufficient fuel reserves were available in the country. MORE..
Sri Lanka broadcasters meet UN Resident Coordinator to discuss media trends and laws
Representatives of the Sri Lanka Broadcasters’ Guild met with the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Sri Lanka, Marc-André Franche in Colombo. MORE..
Cabinet nod to increase allowance for landslide resettlement programme to Rs. 2.5 mln
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a revision of the financial assistance provided for the construction of houses under the family resettlement programme implemented for families evacuated from landslide-prone areas and those already affected by landslides. MORE..
Vietnam urges people to work from home to save fuel as Iran war disrupts supplies
Vietnam’s trade ministry has called on local businesses to encourage their employees to work from home as part of efforts to save on fuel amid supply disruptions and price surges triggered by the Iran war. MORE..
Astrologers question govt over decision not to release ‘Avurudu Nekath Seettuwa’
A group of astrologers has questioned the government as to why information and data related auspicious times was obtained from them if the “Avurudu Nekath Seettuwa,” the table of auspicious times for this year’s Sinhala and Tamil New Year, is not to be published. MORE..
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Canadian couple arrested with over 32kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA
A foreign couple who allegedly attempted to smuggle a consignment of ‘Kush’ cannabis into the country has been arrested by Sri Lanka Customs officers at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake this morning (10). MORE..
Sri Lanka forms Committee on Economic Surveillance amidst Middle East conflict
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to the proposal to appoint a ‘Committee on Economic Surveillance’ to tackle issues that Sri Lanka may face amidst the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Cabinet approves 14-day visa extension for foreign nationals amid Middle East flight disruptions
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal to grant a 14-day visa extension to foreign nationals currently staying in Sri Lanka due to the ongoing conflict situation in the Middle East. MORE..
Former DIG of CID arrested by Bribery Commission
The former Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Prasad Ranasinghe, has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for allegedly obstructing investigations. MORE..
191 injured in Israel over last 24 hours as conflict with Iran intensifies: Israeli Health Ministry
Figures released by the Israeli Ministry of Health and published by the Times of Israel reveal that a total of 191 individuals sustained injuries over the last 24 hours amid the continuing hostilities with Iran. MORE..
Netanyahu says Israel will continue Iran strikes
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Tuesday that Israel will continue striking Iran. MORE..
Fuel prices increased to manage stocks and stabilize Market, officials say
The Managing Director of the Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited (CPSTL), Mayura Neththikumarage has explained today (10) the reasons for yesterday’s increase in fuel prices in the country. MORE..
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Govt. should use funds in treasury to provide concessions instead of increasing fuel prices – Harsha
The government should utilize the funds in the treasury to provide concessions to the general public instead of increasing fuel prices in line with global developments, the Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF), Member of Parliament Harsha de Silva stated. MORE..
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16-hour water cut in Negombo and Katana on Thursday
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced a 16-hour water supply suspension affecting the Negombo and Katana areas on March 12. MORE..
Agreement signed to hand over vehicle number plate printing to new company
The printing of number plates for motor vehicles has been handed over to a new company, with the relevant agreement signed today (10). MORE..
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Sri Lanka broadcasters meet UN Resident Coordinator to discuss media trends and laws
Representatives of the Sri Lanka Broadcasters’ Guild met with the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Sri Lanka, Marc-André Franche in Colombo. MORE..
Cabinet nod to increase allowance for landslide resettlement programme to Rs. 2.5 mln
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a revision of the financial assistance provided for the construction of houses under the family resettlement programme implemented for families evacuated from landslide-prone areas and those already affected by landslides. MORE..
Vietnam urges people to work from home to save fuel as Iran war disrupts supplies
Vietnam’s trade ministry has called on local businesses to encourage their employees to work from home as part of efforts to save on fuel amid supply disruptions and price surges triggered by the Iran war. MORE..
Astrologers question govt over decision not to release ‘Avurudu Nekath Seettuwa’
A group of astrologers has questioned the government as to why information and data related auspicious times was obtained from them if the “Avurudu Nekath Seettuwa,” the table of auspicious times for this year’s Sinhala and Tamil New Year, is not to be published. MORE..
Canadian couple arrested with over 32kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA
A foreign couple who allegedly attempted to smuggle a consignment of ‘Kush’ cannabis into the country has been arrested by Sri Lanka Customs officers at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake this morning (10). MORE..
Sri Lanka forms Committee on Economic Surveillance amidst Middle East conflict
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to the proposal to appoint a ‘Committee on Economic Surveillance’ to tackle issues that Sri Lanka may face amidst the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Cabinet approves 14-day visa extension for foreign nationals amid Middle East flight disruptions
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal to grant a 14-day visa extension to foreign nationals currently staying in Sri Lanka due to the ongoing conflict situation in the Middle East. MORE..
Former DIG of CID arrested by Bribery Commission
The former Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Prasad Ranasinghe, has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for allegedly obstructing investigations. MORE..
191 injured in Israel over last 24 hours as conflict with Iran intensifies: Israeli Health Ministry
Figures released by the Israeli Ministry of Health and published by the Times of Israel reveal that a total of 191 individuals sustained injuries over the last 24 hours amid the continuing hostilities with Iran. MORE..
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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..
Apple’s cheapest ever MacBook unveiled
Apple’s cheapest ever MacBook unveiled
Apple has unveiled the MacBook Neo, a new entry-level laptop designed to bring the Mac experience to a wider audience with a significantly lower starting price. MORE..
Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16
Indonesia to ban social media for children under 16
Indonesia will ban social media for children under 16, Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid said Friday. MORE..
India’s tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16
India’s tech state Karnataka bans social media for children under 16
The southern Indian state of Karnataka, home to the tech hub of Bengaluru, has banned the use of social media by those under the age of 16, state Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Friday, becoming the first in India to do so. MORE..
Entertainment
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..
Jennifer Runyon, ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Charles in Charge’ actress, dies at 65
Jennifer Runyon, ‘Ghostbusters’ and ‘Charles in Charge’ actress, dies at 65
Jennifer Runyon, an actress known for her roles in ‘‘Ghostbusters’’ and the CBS sitcom ‘‘Charles in Charge,’’ died March 6. She was 65. MORE..
Rashmika Mandanna wins Best Actress at Telangana Gaddar Awards for ‘The Girlfriend’
Rashmika Mandanna wins Best Actress at Telangana Gaddar Awards for ‘The Girlfriend’
Rashmika Mandanna has recently won the Best Actress title at the Telangana Gaddar Awards for her stellar performance in The Girlfriend. The distinguished state accolade that highlights her increasing impact on Telugu cinema. MORE..
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Sports
Indian team receive $14.2 million bonus for historic T20 World Cup win
The Twenty20 World Cup-winning Indian cricket team was awarded a bonus of 1.31 billion rupees ($14.24 million) on Tuesday by the country’s cricket board, six times the prize money they claimed for lifting the title in Ahmedabad. MORE..
Sri Lanka cancel Afghanistan white-ball tour due to West Asia conflict
Sri Lanka have indefinitely postponed their white-ball tour of Afghanistan in the United Arab Emirates after rising tensions in West Asia made the six-match series impossible to stage safely. MORE..
ICC key meeting postponed amid Middle East tensions
The key meeting of the International Cricket Council (ICC) scheduled for March 25-27 has been postponed due to rising tensions in the Middle East. MORE..
India beat New Zealand to become first team to win three T20 world titles
India won the T20 World Cup for a record third time with a 96-run victory over New Zealand on Sunday to the delight of more than 100,000 fans at the largest cricket ground in the world. MORE..
T20 World Cup Final: India post 255/5 against New Zealand
India posted a mammoth 255/5 in their allotted 20 overs against New Zealand in the final of the 2026 T20 World Cup in Ahmadabad. MORE..
