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Russia warns citizens not to travel to states that have extradition treaties with US
Russia warns citizens not to travel to states that have extradition treaties with US
Russia warned its citizens on Wednesday not to travel to countries that have extradition treaties with the United States. MORE..
‘False and baseless’: Iran rejects Trump’s claim of Tehran seeking ceasefire as war rages on
‘False and baseless’: Iran rejects Trump’s claim of Tehran seeking ceasefire as war rages on
Iran has strongly denied claims made by US President Donald Trump that it had sought a ceasefire in the ongoing conflict. Speaking to Iranian state TV, the country’s foreign ministry spokesperson called the statement “false and baseless,” making it clear that no such request had been made by Tehran. MORE..
Extreme heat poses serious risk to pets, warns veterinarian
Extreme heat poses serious risk to pets, warns veterinarian
Veterinarian Dr Shobhath Wijeratne has warned that the prevailing extreme heat conditions can lead to fatal consequences for pets. MORE..
| April 1, 2026 9:11 pm
Doctors to stage 24-hour token strike tomorrow - GMOA
Doctors to stage 24-hour token strike tomorrow - GMOA
Doctors in all government hospitals will stage a 24-hour token strike starting from 8.00 a.m. tomorrow (April 2), the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) announced. MORE..
| April 1, 2026 7:09 pm
Trump says Iranian leader has asked for a ceasefire
Trump says Iranian leader has asked for a ceasefire
Iran’s new leader has just asked the United States for a ceasefire, U.S. President Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post on Wednesday. MORE..
Extreme heat can trigger mental health issues - Psychiatrist
Extreme heat can trigger mental health issues - Psychiatrist
Extreme heat can lead to depression, stress, mental distress, and restlessness, Psychiatrist Vindya Wijayabandara said. MORE..
| April 1, 2026 6:20 pm
Russia offers support to Sri Lanka amid energy crisis
Russia offers support to Sri Lanka amid energy crisis
Russia has expressed its willingness to provide energy resources, including fuel, gas, and coal, to Sri Lanka, regardless of whether the country is facing a crisis. 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, Eastern, North-Western, Northern and North-Central provinces and in Monaragala district. MORE..
Judge temporarily halts construction of Trump’s White House ballroom
Judge temporarily halts construction of Trump’s White House ballroom
A US judge has temporarily halted President Donald Trump’s White House ballroom construction project, ruling that proper procedures were not followed before the project began. MORE..
Seven police officers injured in wasp attack during raid in Kotmale
Seven police officers injured in wasp attack during raid in Kotmale
Seven police officers attached to the Kotmale Police Station were injured in a wasp attack while conducting a raid on an illicit liquor distillery operating within a forest reserve in the Ramboda area of Wedamulla, Kotmale, today (01). MORE..
PM Harini calls for inclusive society ensuring rights and well-being of senior citizens
PM Harini calls for inclusive society ensuring rights and well-being of senior citizens
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that a society must be built in which all senior citizens can lead lives marked by safety, freedom, happiness, health, mobility, and spiritual well-being, with their rights duly safeguarded. MORE..
Trump says he’s considering pulling out of NATO
Trump says he’s considering pulling out of NATO
President Donald Trump rattled NATO allies on Wednesday morning, as he strongly suggested that the U.S. was weighing whether to pull out of the transatlantic military alliance. MORE..
India increases jet fuel, commercial LPG prices
India increases jet fuel, commercial LPG prices
India’s oil ministry said Wednesday (Apr 1) that domestic jet fuel prices would rise as the Middle East war pushed up energy costs, but that it had cushioned airlines from an expected 100 per cent jump. MORE..
GMOA slams Govt. over transfers, says majority of doctors won’t comply
GMOA slams Govt. over transfers, says majority of doctors won’t comply
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has alleged that the current government, led by Minister of Health Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, is attempting to compel doctors to provide services against their will. MORE..
Gold prices near two-week high after Trump’s remark on Iran war
Gold prices near two-week high after Trump’s remark on Iran war
Gold prices rose on Wednesday to their highest in nearly two weeks, supported by a weaker dollar following U.S. President Donald Trump’s statement that the war with Iran could wind down in weeks. MORE..
Sri Lanka finalize arrangements to import fuel from Russia
Sri Lanka finalize arrangements to import fuel from Russia
Arrangements have been finalized to import fuel from Russia, the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation has confirmed. MORE..
Six Sri Lankan fishermen released from Bangladeshi custody
Six Sri Lankan fishermen released from Bangladeshi custody
Six Sri Lankan fishermen who were held in Bangladeshi custody for six months have been released by the government of Bangladesh. MORE..
Bangladeshi expatriate killed by debris from intercepted drone in UAE
Bangladeshi expatriate killed by debris from intercepted drone in UAE
A Bangladeshi expatriate has been killed by falling debris after the UAE intercepted a drone in Fujairah, reports Dubai-based daily Khaleej Times. MORE..
Special security plan launched for Sinhala and Tamil New Year period
Special security plan launched for Sinhala and Tamil New Year period
Sri Lanka Police have implemented a special security programme to ensure public safety during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festive season. MORE..
Iranian nationals barred from entering or transiting UAE: Emirates airline
Iranian nationals barred from entering or transiting UAE: Emirates airline
Dubai-based airline Emirates’ website said on Wednesday that Iranian nationals were not allowed to enter or transit the United Arab Emirates. MORE..
Sri Lanka Rupee depreciates by 1.6% against US dollar in 2026
Sri Lanka Rupee depreciates by 1.6% against US dollar in 2026
The Sri Lanka rupee had depreciated by 1.6 per cent against the US dollar in 2026, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has confirmed. MORE..
Top achievers of 2025 A/L Exam announced
Top achievers of 2025 A/L Exam announced
The Department of Examinations has officially released the names of the students who secured the highest ranks in the 2025 General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level Examination across all subject streams. MORE..
Tanker hit by projectile off coast of Qatar, UK maritime agency says
Tanker hit by projectile off coast of Qatar, UK maritime agency says
A tanker has been hit by an “unknown projectile” off the coast of Qatar’s capital of Doha, according to the UK Maritime Trade Operations. MORE..
Trump to address the nation, give ‘important update’ on Iran war
Trump to address the nation, give ‘important update’ on Iran war
President Donald Trump will give an update on the Iran war on Wednesday, April 1, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. MORE..
No revisions to Exam Calendar, Commissioner General assure students
No revisions to Exam Calendar, Commissioner General assure students
Upcoming Grade 5 Scholarship, GCE Advanced Level, and GCE Ordinary Level examinations will be conducted as scheduled, the Commissioner General of Examinations, A. K. S. Indika Kumari Liyanage stated. MORE..