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Decision on proposed electricity tariff hike expected by March-end
Decision on proposed electricity tariff hike expected by March-end
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) is expected to announce its decision regarding the revision of electricity tariffs for the second quarter of 2026 by the end of this month. MORE..
Up to 3.2 million people displaced inside Iran by conflict, UN says
Up to 3.2 million people displaced inside Iran by conflict, UN says
The U.N. refugee agency said on Thursday that up to 3.2 million people have been displaced inside Iran since the conflict began on February 28. MORE..
Over 200 buses to be added to ‘Sisu Sariya’ service this year
Over 200 buses to be added to ‘Sisu Sariya’ service this year
More than 200 new buses are scheduled to be integrated into the ‘Sisu Sariya’ school transport service this year as part of efforts to further streamline the service. MORE..
India received requests from Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Maldives for petroleum products: MEA
India received requests from Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Maldives for petroleum products: MEA
India has received requests from Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and the Maldives for petroleum products, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said on Thursday. MORE..
Sri Lanka’s opposition to propose ‘PSOP’ initiative to promote global peace and prosperity
Sri Lanka’s opposition to propose ‘PSOP’ initiative to promote global peace and prosperity
Sri Lanka’s Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa stated that the opposition is hoping to propose a new initiative titled ‘‘PSOP’’ (Peace, Stability, Order and Prosperity) aimed at promoting regional and global peace while addressing key socio-economic challenges. MORE..
| March 12, 2026 3:31 pm
Middle East conflict could have major impact on Sri Lanka’s future - Mahinda Rajapaksa
Middle East conflict could have major impact on Sri Lanka’s future - Mahinda Rajapaksa
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa stated that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could have a significant impact on the future of Sri Lanka. MORE..
| March 12, 2026 3:11 pm
Alarms sound in Bahrain, interior ministry says
Alarms sound in Bahrain, interior ministry says
The Bahrain interior ministry says alarms in the country have been activated.
Air New Zealand cuts 1,100 flights over fuel price fears
Air New Zealand cuts 1,100 flights over fuel price fears
New Zealand’s national airline said Thursday (Mar 12) it would cancel 1,100 flights over the next two months, pointing to the impact of the war in the Middle East. MORE..
Sri Lanka joins ‘Open Government Partnership Regional Roundtable’ in Bangkok
Sri Lanka joins ‘Open Government Partnership Regional Roundtable’ in Bangkok
Minister of Science and Technology Prof. Chrishantha Abeysena and Member of Parliament Shanakiyan Rasamanickam participated in the Open Government Partnership Regional Learning Exchange Roundtable held in Bangkok, Thailand. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and Galle and Matara districts. MORE..
Narcotics worth Rs. 10 bln and assault rifles seized from intercepted trawlers
Narcotics worth Rs. 10 bln and assault rifles seized from intercepted trawlers
The value of the stock of narcotics seized from the two intercepted trawlers in seas off the Southern coast is estimated to be Rs. 10 billion, the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) confirmed. MORE..
Israel issues new evacuation warning in Lebanon after deadly strikes
Israel issues new evacuation warning in Lebanon after deadly strikes
Israel has issued an urgent warning for residents in Qasr Naba, in Lebanon’s Baalbek region, to evacuate the area. MORE..
Student killed, another injured in accident at international school in Kandy
Student killed, another injured in accident at international school in Kandy
A seven-year-old student has died after being run over by a vehicle belonging to a member of the board of directors of an international school in Mahaiyawa, Kandy, police stated. MORE..
PM Harini returns after concluding visit to Manila
PM Harini returns after concluding visit to Manila
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya who was on an official visit to Manila, Philippines following the invitation of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), has returned to Sri Lanka. MORE..
Two fishing trawlers with suspected drugs and weapons brought to Dikkowita Harbour
Two fishing trawlers with suspected drugs and weapons brought to Dikkowita Harbour
Two multi-day fishing trawlers suspected of transporting narcotics and weapons were brought to Dikkowita Harbour today (12) after being seized by the Sri Lanka Navy in international waters south of the country. MORE..
Iraq shuts down oil port operations after tanker attacks
Iraq shuts down oil port operations after tanker attacks
Iraq’s oil ports have completely stopped operations following Iranian attacks on two oil tankers in its waters. MORE..
Govt. to introduce priority bus service for persons with disabilities from April
Govt. to introduce priority bus service for persons with disabilities from April
The government has decided to launch a priority bus service for persons with disabilities starting next month. MORE..
Three crew members ‘believed trapped’ aboard Thai ship attacked in Gulf: Shipping firm
Three crew members ‘believed trapped’ aboard Thai ship attacked in Gulf: Shipping firm
Three crew members were “believed to be trapped” aboard a Thai bulk carrier that was hit by two projectiles on Wednesday (Mar 10) while travelling through the crucial Strait of Hormuz, the vessel’s owner said. MORE..
US intelligence says Iran government is not at risk of collapse, say sources
US intelligence says Iran government is not at risk of collapse, say sources
U.S. intelligence indicates that Iran’s leadership is still largely intact and is not at risk of collapse any time soon after nearly two weeks of relentless U.S. and Israeli bombardment, according to three sources familiar with the matter. MORE..
Proposal to appoint new Ambassadors to Israel and Iran approved
Proposal to appoint new Ambassadors to Israel and Iran approved
The Parliamentary Committee on High Posts has approved the proposal to appoint Prof. M.I. Fazeeha Azmi as the Ambassador of Sri Lanka to Iran. MORE..
Residents told to evacuate after ‘high risk explosive’ found in Christchurch, NZ
Residents told to evacuate after ‘high risk explosive’ found in Christchurch, NZ
Residents have been evacuated from a suburb near Christchurch Airport after a ‘‘high-risk explosive’’ was found. MORE..
Around 1,800 cases of leptospirosis reported so far this year
Around 1,800 cases of leptospirosis reported so far this year
Around 1,800 cases of leptospirosis have been reported so far this year, according to the Epidemiology Unit of the Ministry of Health. MORE..
| March 12, 2026 10:22 am
US to release 172 million barrels of oil to stabilise markets as Middle East conflict escalates
US to release 172 million barrels of oil to stabilise markets as Middle East conflict escalates
The United States Department of Energy announced its plan to offload 172 million barrels from the strategic petroleum reserve ‘‘beginning next week,’‘ following significant volatility in oil prices triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. MORE..
300 to 400 slums destroyed after massive fire breaks out in Indian capital
300 to 400 slums destroyed after massive fire breaks out in Indian capital
A fire broke out at a fish market late at night on Wednesday in Matiala village in Uttam Nagar, Delhi. It started around 11:50 pm when vendors were packing up their stalls. Flames quickly spread to several nearby slums, threatening the homes of many families. MORE..
Five Tamil Nadu fishermen arrested for infiltrating Sri Lankan waters
Five Tamil Nadu fishermen arrested for infiltrating Sri Lankan waters
The Sri Lanka Navy has arrested five fishermen from Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu for infiltrating Sri Lankan waters. MORE..