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Trump’s approval rating hits record low as fuel prices surge amid Iran war
Trump’s approval rating hits record low as fuel prices surge amid Iran war
President Donald Trump’s approval rating fell in recent days to its lowest point since he returned to the White House, hit by a surge in fuel prices and widespread disapproval of the war he launched on Iran, a Reuters/Ipsos poll found. MORE..
Iran still reviewing US proposal despite negative initial response, senior Iranian official says
Iran still reviewing US proposal despite negative initial response, senior Iranian official says
Iran is still reviewing a U.S. proposal to end the war in the Gulf, despite an initial response that was negative, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Wednesday, indicating that Tehran had so far stopped short of rejecting it outright. MORE..
Water consumption rising amid dry weather; Public urged to consume water sparingly
Water consumption rising amid dry weather; Public urged to consume water sparingly
The Chairman of the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB), Chandana Bandara, states that water consumption has increased significantly due to the prevailing dry weather. MORE..
| March 25, 2026 8:44 pm
Iran rejects US proposal and sets five conditions for ending war – report
Iran rejects US proposal and sets five conditions for ending war – report
Iran has responded negatively to an American proposal aimed at ending the ongoing imposed war, insisting that it will only occur on Tehran’s own terms and timeline, a senior political-security official told Press TV on Wednesday. MORE..
Iran says it fired missile at USS Abraham Lincoln carrier after warning
Iran says it fired missile at USS Abraham Lincoln carrier after warning
Iran has claimed that it launched a cruise missile towards the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier, according to Iranian state television. However, there is no immediate confirmation or response from US officials. MORE..
Suspect arrested over illegally obtaining fuel by overriding QR code
Suspect arrested over illegally obtaining fuel by overriding QR code
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has arrested a suspect in Nittambuwa for allegedly obtaining fuel by overriding a QR code linked to a vehicle. MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern and North-Western provinces and in the Anuradhapura, Mannar, Vavuniya, and Monaragala districts. MORE..
First female Archbishop of Canterbury to be enthroned
First female Archbishop of Canterbury to be enthroned
Dame Sarah Mullally is to be installed as the first ever female leader of the Church of England at Canterbury Cathedral. MORE..
Sri Lankan Ambassador honoured at Bodhi Buddhagaya Award Ceremony in Bangkok
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
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
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..
Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay admitted to National Hospital
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..
60% of Grade One entrants in Nuwara Eliya schools suffer from decayed teeth
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..
| March 25, 2026 2:32 pm
Australia to temporarily stop Iranians from entering the country on tourist visas
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
‘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
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
“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..
Pharmacy owner arrested in Hatton for illegal sale of psychotropic drugs
Pharmacy owner arrested in Hatton for illegal sale of psychotropic drugs
The owner of a pharmacy in Hatton town has been arrested by officers of the Hatton Divisional Anti-Corruption Unit for selling psychiatric medication to youth without valid medical prescription. MORE..
Lebanon says Israeli strikes have killed 1,072 since March 2
Lebanon says Israeli strikes have killed 1,072 since March 2
Lebanon’s Health Ministry said Tuesday that the death toll from ongoing Israeli strikes on the country has risen to 1,072, with 2,966 people wounded since March 2, Anadolu reports. MORE..