Hot News
Financial aid for children of families affected by human-elephant conflict
Financial aid for children of families affected by human-elephant conflict
The Board of Control of the President’s Fund, which met under the chairmanship of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, has decided to introduce a new financial assistance program to support children from families affected by wild elephant attacks,...MORE..
No changes to three-wheeler fares despite fuel price reduction
No changes to three-wheeler fares despite fuel price reduction
The Western Province Three-Wheeler Drivers’ and Owners’ Association has stated that despite the reduction of fuel prices, there is no possibility of making any changes to the three-wheeler fares. MORE..
| April 1, 2025 12:20 pm
Sri Lanka vigilant as seismic activity increases in the region
Sri Lanka vigilant as seismic activity increases in the region
While recent earthquakes have not directly impacted Sri Lanka, the Geological Survey & Mines Bureau has urged authorities and the public to remain vigilant regarding seismic activity in the region. MORE..
Six hospitalised after fire on Malaysia gas pipeline, among 33 hurt
Six hospitalised after fire on Malaysia gas pipeline, among 33 hurt
A fire at a gas pipeline operated by Malaysia state energy firm Petronas injured 33 people on Tuesday (April 1) on the outskirts of the capital Kuala Lumpur, authorities said. MORE..
Former State Minister S. Viyalendiran further remanded
Former State Minister S. Viyalendiran further remanded
Former Minister Sathasivam Viyalendiran has been ordered to be further remanded until April 8 after being produced before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. MORE..
MP Chamara Sampath brought to court
MP Chamara Sampath brought to court
Parliamentarian Chamara Sampath Dassanayake was brought before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (01) in connection with three corruption-related cases. MORE..
Multiple-vehicle collision on expressway
Multiple-vehicle collision on expressway
A major accident has occurred near the 25.5 km mark on the Dodangoda-Galanigama Expressway, involving multiple vehicles. MORE..
Japan estimates feared megaquake could cause $1.8 trln in damage, kill 300,000 people
Japan estimates feared megaquake could cause $1.8 trln in damage, kill 300,000 people
Japan’s economy could lose as much as $1.81 trillion in the event of a long-anticipated megaquake off its Pacific coast, which could trigger devastating tsunamis, the collapse of hundreds of buildings and potentially killing about 300,000 people, a government report said on Monday. MORE..
Sri Lanka to dispatch medical team to assist Myanmar earthquake victims
Sri Lanka to dispatch medical team to assist Myanmar earthquake victims
The Ministry of Health announced that Sri Lanka is prepared to dispatch a medical team to Myanmar to assist those affected by the recent earthquake. MORE..
NPP govt. will definitely introduce new constitution – Justice Minister
NPP govt. will definitely introduce new constitution – Justice Minister
Minister of Justice and National Integration Attorney-at-Law Harshana Nanayakkara reaffirmed that introducing a new constitution and abolishing the executive presidency will be key priorities under the National People’s Power (NPP) government. MORE..
Second phase of first school term begins
Second phase of first school term begins
The Ministry of Education says that the second phase of the first school term of academic year 2025 in all government schools and government-approved private schools will commence today (01). MORE..
Three Bangladeshis arrested at BIA in attempt to illegally migrate to Greece
Three Bangladeshis arrested at BIA in attempt to illegally migrate to Greece
Three Bangladeshi nationals have been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake while attempting to travel to Greece using forged Greek residence visas. MORE..
New tax regulations take effect from today
New tax regulations take effect from today
The Inland Revenue Department has announced that individuals earning less than Rs. 1.8 million annually can now claim relief on the advance income tax (AIT) charged on interest or discounts from deposits. MORE..
Price of milk tea increased
Price of milk tea increased
The price of a cup of milk tea has been increase by Rs. 10, the All-Island Restaurant Owners’ Association announced. MORE..
Heavy rainfalls expected in parts of the island today
Heavy rainfalls expected in parts of the island today
The Department of Meteorology says that the atmospheric conditions are getting favorable for afternoon thundershowers in the most parts of the island for next few days from today (01). MORE..
Lanka IOC also reduces fuel prices
Lanka IOC also reduces fuel prices
Lanka IOC has announced that they will also revise the fuel prices effective from midnight today (March 31), aligning with the pricing adjustments made by the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC). MORE..
Israeli military orders the evacuation of Gaza’s southern city of Rafah
Israeli military orders the evacuation of Gaza’s southern city of Rafah
Israel’s military on Monday issued sweeping evacuation orders covering Rafah and nearby areas, indicating it could soon launch another major ground operation in the Gaza Strip’s southernmost city. MORE..
Price of petrol reduced
Price of petrol reduced
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has announced a reduction in the prices of petrol, with effect from midnight tonight (31). MORE..
Laugfs hikes LP gas prices
Laugfs hikes LP gas prices
Laugfs Gas PLC, one of the two largest liquefied petroleum (LP) gas suppliers in the country, has decided to increase its domestic LP gas cylinder prices. MORE..
President vows recruitment of 30,000 youth to public service
President vows recruitment of 30,000 youth to public service
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says that 30,000 young people will be recruited into the public service, with the necessary funds already allocated for the initiative. MORE..
Ex-President Ranil calls on govt. to send medical team to aid Myanmar earthquake victims
Ex-President Ranil calls on govt. to send medical team to aid Myanmar earthquake victims
Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has urged the Sri Lankan government to dispatch a medical team, including military personnel, to Myanmar to assist those affected by the recent earthquake. MORE..
Myanmar declares week of national mourning as quake deaths climb past 2,000
Myanmar declares week of national mourning as quake deaths climb past 2,000
Myanmar’s military leadership declared a week of national mourning on Monday with flags to fly at half-mast until April 6 “in sympathy for the loss of life and damages” from a massive quake, which has killed more than 2,000 people. In Thailand, hopes faded of finding more survivors amid the rubble. MORE..
Special transport facility for voters with physical disabilities – EC
Special transport facility for voters with physical disabilities – EC
The Election Commission has announced that individuals who are unable to travel to the polling station in the Local Authorities Election due to physical disabilities can apply for a special transport facility to assist them in reaching the polling station. MORE..
Ex-Minister Tiran Alles leaves CID
Ex-Minister Tiran Alles leaves CID
Former Minister of Public Security Tiran Alles has left the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) a short while ago, after recording a statement regarding the death of a police sergeant attached to the Colombo Crimes Division (CCD) during a shooting incident near a hotel in Weligama, Matara in 2023. MORE..
France’s far-right leader, Marine Le Pen, convicted in EU funds embezzlement trial
France’s far-right leader, Marine Le Pen, convicted in EU funds embezzlement trial
A French court on Monday convicted French far-right leader Marine Le Pen of misusing European Union funds in an alleged fake jobs scheme. MORE..
