Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay admitted to National Hospital
The former Head of the State Intelligence Service, Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay has been admitted to the Colombo National Hospital following a sudden illness. MORE..
- 29 top drug suppliers arrested in major CID crackdown, says Dy Minister
- Iran has received US 15-point plan, Pakistan says
- Australia to temporarily stop Iranians from entering the country on tourist visas
- 60% of Grade One entrants in Nuwara Eliya schools suffer from decayed teeth
- Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay admitted to National Hospital
- Govt reviews immediate steps to maintain continuous public service delivery
- Sri Lankan minds shaping the future of AI-based crisis management
- US and Iran talks could be held in Pakistan, IAEA head says
- Sri Lankan Ambassador honoured at Bodhi Buddhagaya Award Ceremony in Bangkok
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Sri Lankan Ambassador honoured at Bodhi Buddhagaya Award Ceremony in Bangkok
The Bodhi Buddhagaya Award Ceremony, organized by the Magadh Buddhagaya Foundation to honour distinguished individuals who have made meaningful contributions to society in line with Buddhist teachings, was held at Wat Pathum Khongkha Ratchaworawihan. MORE..
US and Iran talks could be held in Pakistan, IAEA head says
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said there might be talks between Iran and the United States soon in Pakistan. MORE..
Govt reviews immediate steps to maintain continuous public service delivery
The second meeting of the Cabinet Sub-Committee appointed to ensure the orderly functioning of the public service was held last afternoon (24) at the Presidential Secretariat, under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. MORE..
60% of Grade One entrants in Nuwara Eliya schools suffer from decayed teeth
Around 60% of children admitted to grade one classes in schools across Nuwara Eliya have been found to have poor oral health, according to Maskeliya Medical Officer of Health (MOH) Dr. M. H. A. M. Irshan. MORE..
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Australia to temporarily stop Iranians from entering the country on tourist visas
Australia will temporarily stop Iranians from entering the country on tourist visas, the country’s Home Affairs minister announced Wednesday, saying temporary visitors from Iran may be “unable or unlikely to depart Australia when their visas expire.” MORE..
Iran has received US 15-point plan, Pakistan says
Iran has received America’s 15-point proposal for ending the US-Israeli attack, two Pakistani officials have told the Associated Press. MORE..
29 top drug suppliers arrested in major CID crackdown, says Dy Minister
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has apprehended 29 major drug suppliers responsible for trafficking narcotics into Sri Lanka, according to the Deputy Minister of Public Security, Attorney-at-Law Sunil Watagala. MORE..
Iran stops Pakistan-bound ship from crossing Hormuz over lack of permission
A Pakistan-bound container ship has been stopped from crossing the Strait of Hormuz by Iranian forces amid the escalating war in the Middle East. MORE..
Kim Jong Un says Iran war justifies North Korea’s decision to keep its nuclear weapons
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un has said that the US’ war with Iran proves his country made the right decision to keep its nuclear weapons. MORE..
No reduction in remittances despite conflict in Middle East: CBSL Governor
Sri Lanka’s workers’ remittances have not seen a reduction despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL), Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe stated. MORE..
CPC confirms sufficient fuel supply until mid-May, warns against hoarding
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has revealed that fuel orders for the country currently exceed actual requirements by around 10%. However, the corporation stressed that there is no risk of a shortage if emergency stockpiling is avoided. MORE..
‘Non-hostile’ ships can transit Strait of Hormuz: Iran tells UN
Iran has told the United Nations Security Council and the International Maritime Organization that “non-hostile vessels” may transit the Strait of Hormuz if they coordinate with Iranian authorities, according to a note seen by Reuters on Tuesday. MORE..
Teachers asked to explain absence from Tangalle meeting chaired by PM
The Zonal Education Office of Tangalle has requested an explanation regarding the absence of teachers at a meeting held on March 15 at the Tangalle Urban Council, which was chaired by Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya.
“Americans were only negotiating with themselves”: Iranian military spokesperson
An Iranian military spokesperson mocked U.S. attempts at a ceasefire deal Wednesday, insisting that the Americans were only negotiating with themselves. MORE..
Sri Lankan Ambassador honoured at Bodhi Buddhagaya Award Ceremony in Bangkok
The Bodhi Buddhagaya Award Ceremony, organized by the Magadh Buddhagaya Foundation to honour distinguished individuals who have made meaningful contributions to society in line with Buddhist teachings, was held at Wat Pathum Khongkha Ratchaworawihan. MORE..
US and Iran talks could be held in Pakistan, IAEA head says
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency said there might be talks between Iran and the United States soon in Pakistan. MORE..
Govt reviews immediate steps to maintain continuous public service delivery
The second meeting of the Cabinet Sub-Committee appointed to ensure the orderly functioning of the public service was held last afternoon (24) at the Presidential Secretariat, under the patronage of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. MORE..
60% of Grade One entrants in Nuwara Eliya schools suffer from decayed teeth
Around 60% of children admitted to grade one classes in schools across Nuwara Eliya have been found to have poor oral health, according to Maskeliya Medical Officer of Health (MOH) Dr. M. H. A. M. Irshan. MORE..
Australia to temporarily stop Iranians from entering the country on tourist visas
Australia will temporarily stop Iranians from entering the country on tourist visas, the country’s Home Affairs minister announced Wednesday, saying temporary visitors from Iran may be “unable or unlikely to depart Australia when their visas expire.” MORE..
Iran has received US 15-point plan, Pakistan says
Iran has received America’s 15-point proposal for ending the US-Israeli attack, two Pakistani officials have told the Associated Press. MORE..
29 top drug suppliers arrested in major CID crackdown, says Dy Minister
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has apprehended 29 major drug suppliers responsible for trafficking narcotics into Sri Lanka, according to the Deputy Minister of Public Security, Attorney-at-Law Sunil Watagala. MORE..
Iran stops Pakistan-bound ship from crossing Hormuz over lack of permission
A Pakistan-bound container ship has been stopped from crossing the Strait of Hormuz by Iranian forces amid the escalating war in the Middle East. MORE..
Kim Jong Un says Iran war justifies North Korea’s decision to keep its nuclear weapons
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un has said that the US’ war with Iran proves his country made the right decision to keep its nuclear weapons. MORE..
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Sri Lankan minds shaping the future of AI-based crisis management
The escalating conflict involving Iran, the United States, and Israel represents a “global energy stress test” with profound implications for international fuel and LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) security. MORE..
Lamborghinis stranded in Sri Lanka as war disrupts Asia’s used-car trade – report
Lamborghinis stranded in Sri Lanka as war disrupts Asia’s used-car trade – report
The U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran last month plunged the Middle East into crisis, disrupted global shipping routes and spawned a series of headaches for Umar Ali Hyder Ali’s used-car business in Japan. MORE..
Social media bans and digital curfews to be trialled on UK teenagers
Social media bans and digital curfews to be trialled on UK teenagers
Social media bans, digital curfews and time limits on apps are to be trialled in the homes of hundreds of UK teenagers. MORE..
Instagram now lets users reorder carousels after posting
Instagram now lets users reorder carousels after posting
Instagram announced a much-anticipated update for carousel posts, with users now able to rearrange their posts within a carousel after publishing. MORE..
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Netflix’s live-action Scooby-Doo series set for 2027 premiere with Paul Walter Hauser
Actor Paul Walter Hauser, best known for his role in ‘Black Bird’, has bagged a pivotal role in Netflix’s live-action Scooby-Doo series. MORE..
HBO reveals first look at ‘Harry Potter’ TV series
HBO reveals first look at ‘Harry Potter’ TV series
HBO revealed the first photo from its highly anticipated Harry Potter TV series. MORE..
Shakira’s Qatar concert postponed due to “regional situation”
Shakira’s Qatar concert postponed due to “regional situation”
A concert by Shakira due to take place in Qatar has been postponed because of the “regional situation,” according to the official events platform Qatar Calendar. MORE..
GTA 6 price officially confirmed for November 2026 launch
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Europe
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Switzerland
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Canada
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Australia
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Singapore
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Oman
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Qatar
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Riyal | 86.1599 |
Saudi Arabia
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Riyal | 83.7063 |
UAE
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Dirham | 85.5454 |
Sports
Birla, Blitzer, Blackstone, Times of India consortium to buy IPL team RCB for $1.78 bln
A consortium comprising Aditya Birla Group, Times of India Group, Bolt Ventures, and Blackstone said on Tuesday it would acquire Indian Premier League franchise Royal Challengers Bengaluru for $1.78 billion, ending a weeks-long bidding war. MORE..
Mohamed Salah to leave Liverpool at end of season
Mohamed Salah will leave Premier League champions Liverpool at the end of the season, the Egyptian forward announced on Tuesday (Mar 24) as he started a farewell to what the club said were nine “illustrious” years at Anfield. MORE..
Hyderabad signs Kusal Perera for PSL 2026
Kusal Perera has joined the Hyderabad Kingsmen franchise for the upcoming PSL 2026 season. MORE..
Rajasthan Royals announce Dasun Shanaka as replacement for Sam Curran for IPL 2026
Rajasthan Royals has announced Sri Lankan T20I captain Dasun Shanaka as the replacement for Sam Curran for the IPL 2026 season, following an injury to the Englishman. MORE..
Man City win League Cup final against Arsenal with O’Reilly double
Two second-half headers by Manchester City’s Nico O’Reilly settled the English season’s first silverware on Sunday as Pep Guardiola’s side beat Arsenal 2-0 in the League Cup final. MORE..
