Sri Lanka’s inflation increases to 2.4% in March
The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), has increased to 2.4% in March 2026, compared to 1.6% in February 2026, according to the latest data released by the Department of Census and Statistics. MORE..
- 67 drunk drivers arrested yesterday; 51 nabbed for reckless driving
- Expressway revenue during festive period exceeds Rs. 536 million
- Court fixes May 12 for further evidence in Diana Gamage case
- Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
- Indian Navy Ship ‘Nireekshak’ arrives in Sri Lanka for training and operational visit
- NASA rover adds to the list of organic compounds detected on Mars
- Middle East tensions push up costs, dampen sentiment in India’s housing market
- Sri Lanka’s inflation increases to 2.4% in March
- UN urges Sri Lanka to deliver results in Easter bombing probe
- Aswesuma April allowance to be credited tomorrow
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Aswesuma April allowance to be credited tomorrow
The Welfare Benefits Board of Sri Lanka has announced that the April allowance of the Aswesuma Welfare Benefits Payment Scheme will be credited to the bank accounts of the relevant beneficiaries tomorrow (22). MORE..
UN urges Sri Lanka to deliver results in Easter bombing probe
The United Nations urged Sri Lanka on Tuesday to deliver concrete results after long-running investigations into the 2019 Easter Sunday suicide bombings that killed 279 people, including 45 foreigners. MORE..
Middle East tensions push up costs, dampen sentiment in India’s housing market
Tensions in the Middle East are starting to ripple through India’s housing market, pushing up construction costs and making homebuyers more cautious. MORE..
Indian Navy Ship ‘Nireekshak’ arrives in Sri Lanka for training and operational visit
The Indian Navy Ship (INS) ‘Nireekshak’ arrived in Sri Lanka for an Operational Turnaround (OTR) and a training visit today (21). MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Northern, North-Central, North-Western, Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and Eastern provinces and the Monaragala district. MORE..
Court fixes May 12 for further evidence in Diana Gamage case
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered the further examination of evidence on May 12 in the case filed by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) against former State Minister Diana Gamage. MORE..
Expressway revenue during festive period exceeds Rs. 536 million
The Ministry of Transport states that more than Rs. 536 million was earned from operators of vehicles using expressways during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year period from April 10 to 20. MORE..
67 drunk drivers arrested yesterday; 51 nabbed for reckless driving
A total of 25 individuals identified as directly linked to criminal activities have been arrested during operations carried out yesterday (20) under the ‘‘Nation United - National Drive’’ campaign aimed at eradicating narcotics from the country. MORE..
Sri Lanka receives USD 2.6M from Japan to strengthen climate resilience and gender equality
The Government of Japan, through its Japanese Supplementary Budget (JSB), has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s development journey by announcing two new projects aimed at fostering climate resilience in vulnerable communities and advancing gender equality. MORE..
Low-floor buses launched to boost accessible public transport for differently-abled
A new low-floor bus service that gives priority to persons with disabilities and special needs was launched today (21) from the Makumbura Multimodal Center (MMC). MORE..
Spain starts program to legalize up to half-million migrants
Spain has kicked off a program aimed at grantinglegal status to 500,000 undocumented migrants, in a move that goes against a trend of anti-immigration rhetoric and policies in the United States and much of Europe. MORE..
War in Iran is causing biggest energy crisis in history, IEA says
The conflict between Iran and the United States and Israel is creating the worst energy crisis ever faced by the world, the head of the International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Tuesday. MORE..
Cardinal raises concerns over attempts to obstruct Easter Attack investigations
The Archbishop of Colombo, His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith has alleged that certain state officials are attempting to undermine ongoing investigations into the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks, despite what he described as a positive approach by the incumbent government. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-Western, North-Central, Southern and Uva provinces and in Mannar, Vavuniya, Ampara, and Batticaloa districts. MORE..
Two close associates of “Panadura Kudu Salindu” arrested in Payagala
Two close associates of organized criminal and large-scale drug trafficker Salindu Malshitha, also known as “Panadura Kudu Salindu,” have been arrested in the Payagala area. MORE..
UN urges Sri Lanka to deliver results in Easter bombing probe
The United Nations urged Sri Lanka on Tuesday to deliver concrete results after long-running investigations into the 2019 Easter Sunday suicide bombings that killed 279 people, including 45 foreigners. MORE..
Middle East tensions push up costs, dampen sentiment in India’s housing market
Tensions in the Middle East are starting to ripple through India’s housing market, pushing up construction costs and making homebuyers more cautious. MORE..
Indian Navy Ship ‘Nireekshak’ arrives in Sri Lanka for training and operational visit
The Indian Navy Ship (INS) ‘Nireekshak’ arrived in Sri Lanka for an Operational Turnaround (OTR) and a training visit today (21). MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Northern, North-Central, North-Western, Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and Eastern provinces and the Monaragala district. MORE..
Court fixes May 12 for further evidence in Diana Gamage case
The Colombo Magistrate’s Court has ordered the further examination of evidence on May 12 in the case filed by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) against former State Minister Diana Gamage. MORE..
Expressway revenue during festive period exceeds Rs. 536 million
The Ministry of Transport states that more than Rs. 536 million was earned from operators of vehicles using expressways during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year period from April 10 to 20. MORE..
67 drunk drivers arrested yesterday; 51 nabbed for reckless driving
A total of 25 individuals identified as directly linked to criminal activities have been arrested during operations carried out yesterday (20) under the ‘‘Nation United - National Drive’’ campaign aimed at eradicating narcotics from the country. MORE..
Sri Lanka receives USD 2.6M from Japan to strengthen climate resilience and gender equality
The Government of Japan, through its Japanese Supplementary Budget (JSB), has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s development journey by announcing two new projects aimed at fostering climate resilience in vulnerable communities and advancing gender equality. MORE..
Low-floor buses launched to boost accessible public transport for differently-abled
A new low-floor bus service that gives priority to persons with disabilities and special needs was launched today (21) from the Makumbura Multimodal Center (MMC). MORE..
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Technology
NASA rover adds to the list of organic compounds detected on Mars
Performing a type of experiment never before tried beyond Earth, NASA’s Curiosity rover has identified more organic compounds on Mars as scientists strive to learn whether the Red Planet ever harbored life. MORE..
UK regulator investigates Telegram over child sexual abuse concerns
UK regulator investigates Telegram over child sexual abuse concerns
Britain’s communications regulator on Tuesday launched an investigation into Telegram after evidence suggested child sexual abuse material was being shared on the platform and teen chat sites were being used by predators to groom children. MORE..
Apple may add ‘undo’ and ‘redo’ to iPhone home screen in iOS 27
Apple may add ‘undo’ and ‘redo’ to iPhone home screen in iOS 27
In a move aimed at refining everyday usability, Apple is reportedly testing two new Home Screen customisation features, ‘Undo’ and ‘Redo’, for its upcoming iOS 27 update. MORE..
Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO - as tech giant names successor
Tim Cook to step down as Apple CEO - as tech giant names successor
Tim Cook will be stepping down from his role as Apple CEO, to be replaced by John Ternus, the company has announced. MORE..
Entertainment
South Korean police seek to arrest K-pop mogul behind BTS
South Korean police said Tuesday they are seeking to arrest music mogul Bang Si-Hyuk, chairman of the agency behind K-pop supergroup BTS, as they expand an investigation into allegations that he illegally gained more than $100 million in an investor fraud scheme. MORE..
Michael Jackson movie: Daughter Paris slams dad’s film as ‘lies’
Michael Jackson movie: Daughter Paris slams dad’s film as ‘lies’
A new Michael Jackson biopic will shortly arrive in cinemas telling the story of the King of Pop’s early career, but it’s a tightly controlled story that avoids any reference to the child sex abuse allegations that dogged his later life. MORE..
Titanic life jacket sells for £670,000 at auction
Titanic life jacket sells for £670,000 at auction
A life jacket worn by a Titanic survivor has been sold at auction to a collector for £670,000. MORE..
Rihanna makes history as first woman to hit 200 million RIAA certifications
Rihanna makes history as first woman to hit 200 million RIAA certifications
Rihanna has reached another major career milestone, becoming the first woman in history to surpass 200 million RIAA-certified singles units, according to recent reporting and data from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). MORE..
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Sports
Usain Bolt’s advises Gout Gout to keep focused on track and field after record-breaking run
Sprint legend Usain Bolt has urged rising Australian star Gout Gout not to forget track and field and find a good support network to keep him focused on his career as the spotlight and distractions intensify. MORE..
Lamine Yamal named Young Sportsperson of the Year at Laureus World Sports Awards
Barcelona and Spain attacker Lamine Yamal has claimed the inaugural Young Sportsperson of the Year at the Laureus World Sports Awards. MORE..
New Zealand U85kg Rugby team arrives in Sri Lanka
The New Zealand Under 85kg Rugby team has landed in Sri Lanka for a two-match series against the Sri Lanka Tuskers. MORE..
Pakistan bans Dasun Shanaka for one year from PSL
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) today (20) imposed a one-year ban on Sri Lanka T20 team captain Dasun Shanaka from participating in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) over his “unilateral withdrawal” from the ongoing 11th edition. MORE..
Inter-School Rugby League tournament set to kick off on Thursday
The 2026 Inter-School Rugby League tournament is scheduled to get underway on Thursday (23) with 18 teams vying for honours. MORE..
