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Global jet fuel, diesel prices poised to surge more than crude as Iran war rages: Report

The disruption in the global oil market triggered by the ongoing Iran war, which has engulfed the entire Middle East, is poised to have a greater impact on products such as jet fuel and diesel than on crude, according to a Goldman Sachs Group report. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 1:57 pm

Tomorrow’s parliamentary sitting cancelled

Taking into consideration the declaration of every Wednesday as a public holiday due to the prevailing situation, it has been decided that the Parliament of Sri Lanka will not convene tomorrow (18). MORE..

| March 17, 2026 1:27 pm

Weekly fuel quota valid until midnight every Saturday – CPC Chairman

The Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), D.J. Rajakaruna, announced that the weekly fuel quota issued to the public under the QR code–based system will remain valid until 12 midnight on Saturday every week and will be refreshed every Sunday. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 12:43 pm

Only one vehicle can be registered for QR system per NIC and phone number – Official

The Ministry of Digital Economy has confirmed that, under a new policy decision, only one vehicle can be registered under each National Identity Card (NIC) number and telephone number through the QR code system. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 12:37 pm

Three committees appointed to safeguard Sri Lanka’s economy amid Middle East crisis - PM

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya announced in Parliament today (17) that three committees have been appointed to manage potential economic challenges Sri Lanka may face in light of the ongoing war situation in the Middle East, with steps already underway to implement the necessary measures in this regard. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 12:37 pm

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 in Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Monaragala, Galle and Matara districts. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 12:17 pm

Ex-President Gotabaya leaves Bribery Commission after recording statement

Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning to provide a statement in connection with an ongoing investigation, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 11:37 am

Energy Minister warns of possible power cuts amid fuel crisis in Sri Lanka

Minister of Energy, Kumara Jayakodi, stated that although no power cuts have been implemented thus far despite the ongoing fuel crisis, there is a possibility that such measures may be required in the future. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 11:15 am

Energy Minister provides update on existing fuel supplies

Minister of Energy, Kumara Jayakodi, made a statement in Parliament today (17) regarding the duration for which fuel supplies are sufficient in the country under normal consumption. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 10:52 am

Man nabbed while transporting stock of fuel in three-wheeler

An individual has been arrested in Bandaragama for illegally transporting a stock of fuel in a three-wheeler.

| March 17, 2026 10:49 am

Pre-schools to remain closed on Wednesdays; Private schools requested to do same

The Ministry of Education stated that, as government schools are closed on Wednesdays which have been declared as public holidays, a request has been made for government-approved private schools to also remain closed on those days. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 10:40 am

Trump was warned of likely Iranian retaliation on Gulf allies, sources say

President Donald Trump was warned that attacking Iran could trigger retaliation against U.S. Gulf allies despite his claims on Monday that Tehran’s reaction came as a surprise, said a U.S. official and two sources familiar with U.S. intelligence reports. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 10:22 am

Russia urges end to Middle East hostilities, condemns US-Israel actions

The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday issued a strong statement condemning the recent escalation of violence in the Middle East blaming the United States and Israel for what it described as a ‘‘treacherous and unprovoked attack on Iran’‘ and calling for an immediate end to hostilities. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 9:57 am

Iran navy chief vows ‘deadly’ response for IRIS Dena ship sinking

Iran’s navy commander Shahram Irani warned that Tehran’s enemies would face retaliation for the killing of dozens of sailors after the IRIS Dena was sunk in the Indian Ocean off Sri Lanka. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 9:52 am

Wednesdays declared holidays for tuition classes

Due to ongoing fuel supply challenges, the Commissioner General of Essential Services, Prabath Chandrakeerthi, has requested not to conduct tuition classes on Wednesdays. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 9:35 am

Govt’s objective is to create opportunities for all citizens to enjoy freedom – PM

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that freedom had long been limited to only a privileged segment of society and that the government’s objective is to create opportunities for all citizens to equally experience and enjoy that freedom. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 9:34 am

Afghanistan says 400 killed in Pakistan air strike on Kabul hospital, Pakistan rejects claim

At least 400 people were killed and 250 injured in an air strike by Pakistan on a drug users rehabilitation hospital in Kabul, a spokesman of the Afghan Taliban government said on Tuesday, a sharp escalation in the conflict between the neighbours. MORE..

| March 17, 2026 9:32 am