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Israel to continue Iran campaign for at least three more weeks

Israel to continue Iran campaign for at least three more weeks

The Israeli military is planning at least three more weeks of its campaign against Iran with “thousands of targets” remaining, Israel Defense Forces (IDF) military spokesperson told CNN Sunday. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  6:03 pm
Four more members of Iran’s women’s soccer team withdraw Australia asylum claims

Four more members of Iran’s women’s soccer team withdraw Australia asylum claims

Four more members of the Iranian women’s soccer squad withdrew their asylum requests to the Australian government after facing pressure from Tehran, two sources close to the team have said. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  5:34 pm
Possible increase in prices of imported goods amid Middle East conflict – Dy Minister

Possible increase in prices of imported goods amid Middle East conflict – Dy Minister

Deputy Minister of Trade RM Jayawardena has warned that Sri Lanka may experience a rise in the prices of imported goods due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East and disruptions in fuel transportation. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  5:18 pm
Oil poised for further gains as Middle East conflict threatens export facilities

Oil poised for further gains as Middle East conflict threatens export facilities

Oil prices could extend gains at Monday’s open as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran entered a third week, putting oil infrastructure at risk and keeping the Strait of Hormuz shut in the world’s largest supply disruption. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  4:55 pm
President reviews energy supply measures amid Middle East conflict

President reviews energy supply measures amid Middle East conflict

A special discussion has been held at the President’s Office this afternoon (15) on the next steps to be taken amid the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  4:36 pm
Navy intercepts another multi-day fishing vessel carrying suspected narcotics

Navy intercepts another multi-day fishing vessel carrying suspected narcotics

Five suspects have been taken into custody by the Sri Lanka Navy along with a local multi-day fishing vessel that was transporting a stock of sacks suspected to contain narcotics.

| March 15, 2026  4:16 pm
New curriculum will be introduced for preschools next year: PM Harini

New curriculum will be introduced for preschools next year: PM Harini

A new curriculum will be introduced for preschools in 2027, while steps will also be taken to train teachers accordingly and to regulate preschools through a regulatory authority, the Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  4:11 pm
QR fuel allocations insufficient for medical services: GMOA

QR fuel allocations insufficient for medical services: GMOA

The fuel allocations proposed under the QR code system are insufficient, the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has stated. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  3:59 pm
Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in good health, Iran FM says

Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in good health, Iran FM says

The health of Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is good, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in an interview with Al Araby Al Jadeed, APA reports. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  3:35 pm
Emergency measures discussed to maintain health, agriculture and education services in Sri Lanka

Emergency measures discussed to maintain health, agriculture and education services in Sri Lanka

Amid the ongoing wartime situation in the Middle East, the President’s Office today (15) held a meeting with secretaries of relevant ministries and heads of institutions to discuss challenges encountered in maintaining essential public services.

| March 15, 2026  3:19 pm
QR code process to obtain fuel quotas through National Fuel Pass system fully restored: Govt

QR code process to obtain fuel quotas through National Fuel Pass system fully restored: Govt

The QR code process to obtain fuel quotas through the National Fuel Pass system has now been fully restored and is currently operating normally, the Ministry of Digital Economy has announced.

| March 15, 2026  3:02 pm
All PSC-approved 2026 transfers to take effect on April 2

All PSC-approved 2026 transfers to take effect on April 2

All transfers approved for the year 2026 must be implemented starting from April 2, the Public Service Commission (PSC) has announced. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  2:41 pm
More than 100 hospitalised in Israel over past 24 hours

More than 100 hospitalised in Israel over past 24 hours

The Israeli health ministry has confirmed that 108 people have been taken to hospital with injuries in the past 24 hours. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  2:15 pm
Fuelpass registration now available for unregistered and transferred vehicles

Fuelpass registration now available for unregistered and transferred vehicles

The registration process under the QR code system has now been restored for new vehicles, vehicles that were transferred to a new owner and previously unregistered vehicles, authorities have confirmed. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  2:05 pm
Sri Lanka calls for immediate de-escalation of tensions in Middle East

Sri Lanka calls for immediate de-escalation of tensions in Middle East

Sri Lanka is deeply concerned by the rapidly escalating situation in the Middle East and West Asia, which poses a direct threat to the civilian population, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said in a statement. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  1:46 pm
Be mindful of accuracy of information before sharing it on social media: PM Harini

Be mindful of accuracy of information before sharing it on social media: PM Harini

The weakening of public trust in information disseminated through the media is extremely dangerous for a society, and therefore people must be mindful of the truthfulness of information before sharing it on social media, according to Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. MORE..

video | March 15, 2026  1:27 pm
Iran arrests 20 suspected Israeli spies

Iran arrests 20 suspected Israeli spies

Iranian law enforcement authorities have arrested 20 people in the city of Urmia, the administrative center of West Azerbaijan Province, on suspicion of espionage and collaboration with Israeli intelligence, Tasnim News Agency reports. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  1:12 pm
Police officers deployed to control traffic near filling stations

Police officers deployed to control traffic near filling stations

Police officers have been deployed near filling stations to manage traffic congestion following the reintroduction of the QR code system for fuel distribution, the Deputy Inspector General (DIG) in charge of Traffic and Road Safety Range, W.P.J. Senadheera has stated. MORE..

video | March 15, 2026  12:52 pm
Court issues warrant against MP Asoka Ranwala over road accident case

Court issues warrant against MP Asoka Ranwala over road accident case

The Mahara Magistrate’s Court has issued a warrant for the arrest of National People’s Power (NPP) Member of Parliament, Asoka Ranwala. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  12:37 pm
“If he’s alive...”: Iran vows to “pursue, kill” Netanyahu amid death rumours

“If he’s alive...”: Iran vows to “pursue, kill” Netanyahu amid death rumours

Iran has vowed to “pursue and kill” Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as it continued strikes on Israel on the 16th day of the war in the Middle East. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  12:20 pm
No fuel shortage despite QR code system, says CPC

No fuel shortage despite QR code system, says CPC

No fuel shortage has emerged in the country despite the implementation of the QR code system for fuel distribution, the Managing Director of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), Mayura Neththikumarage stated. MORE..

video | March 15, 2026  11:56 am
Americans urged to leave 14 countries across Middle East

Americans urged to leave 14 countries across Middle East

The US embassy in Baghdad has issued a fresh warning for its citizens to leave Iraq after a missile hit the embassy building earlier on Saturday. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  11:51 am
Fuel will not be dispensed into cans and bottles: Filling Station Owners

Fuel will not be dispensed into cans and bottles: Filling Station Owners

The distribution of fuel under the QR code system has officially commenced across the island, the Chairman of the Lanka Filling Station Owners Association, Kumara Rajapaksha stated. MORE..

video | March 15, 2026  11:22 am
Water supply disrupted in several areas in Kalutara

Water supply disrupted in several areas in Kalutara

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced that water supply to several areas in Kalutara has been disrupted due to a breakdown in the main water supply line from Kethhena to Kalutara. MORE..

| March 15, 2026  11:02 am
Govt to issue fuel to private buses through SLTB depots

Govt to issue fuel to private buses through SLTB depots

The Ministry of Energy says that fuel will be issued to private passenger transport buses through depots belonging to the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB). MORE..

| March 15, 2026  10:28 am