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Islamabad under security lockdown for US-Iran talks; two-day public holiday declared
Islamabad under security lockdown for US-Iran talks; two-day public holiday declared
Pakistan’s capital has been placed under tight security lockdown as it prepares to host the first round of direct negotiations between the United States and Iran, scheduled to begin on April 10, reported Pakistan’s state media on Thursday. MORE..
NDB fraud investigation currently underway - Central Bank chief tells CoPF
NDB fraud investigation currently underway - Central Bank chief tells CoPF
The Committee on Public Finance (CoPF) which met under the chairmanship of Member of Parliament Dr. Harsha de Silva has raised the alleged fraud at NDB Bank with the officials of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). MORE..
British Airways cuts Middle East flights, shifts capacity to Asia and Africa
British Airways cuts Middle East flights, shifts capacity to Asia and Africa
British Airways said on Thursday it will cut flights to the Middle East when services resume, permanently drop Jeddah as a destination, while adding capacity to India and Africa, as heightened regional tensions disrupt schedules and weigh on demand. MORE..
Ministry urges schools not to burden parents with excessive event expenses
Ministry urges schools not to burden parents with excessive event expenses
The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education says that there have been reports of excessive spending on events and various celebrations organized in schools. MORE..
Additional fertilizer subsidy announced for small tea estate owners
Additional fertilizer subsidy announced for small tea estate owners
The government has announced an additional subsidy of Rs. 5,000 per 50 kg fertilizer bundle for small tea estate owners, to be provided once this year under the QR code-based distribution system, according to the Ministry of Plantation and Community Infrastructure. MORE..
Extension of State of Public Emergency passed in Parliament
Extension of State of Public Emergency passed in Parliament
The motion to approve the extension of the State of Public Emergency under the Public Security Ordinance was passed in Parliament today (9) by a majority of 110 votes. MORE..
Govt has comprehensive plan to elevate living standards of farmers – President
Govt has comprehensive plan to elevate living standards of farmers – President
The National New Rice Festival, a traditional annual ceremony in which newly harvested rice from the Maha season is offered to the sacred Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi, was held this morning (09) under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in the presence of the historic Jaya Sri Maha Bodhi in Anuradhapura. MORE..
Easter Sunday attacks a conspiracy planned since 2017 – Public Security Minister
Easter Sunday attacks a conspiracy planned since 2017 – Public Security Minister
Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala has claimed that ongoing investigations have uncovered that the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks were not an isolated incident, but a result of a conspiracy that had been in motion since 2017. MORE..
| April 9, 2026 4:28 pm
UK deployed military to deter Russian submarines from its waters
UK deployed military to deter Russian submarines from its waters
Britain deployed its armed forces to deter Russian submarines from attacking its cables and pipelines when they spent around a month in British waters earlier this year, defence minister John Healey said on Thursday. MORE..
Govt’s policy is to build a sustainable public transport system – PM
Govt’s policy is to build a sustainable public transport system – PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized that the government’s policy is to build a sustainable transport system that enables children, women, the elderly, and persons with disabilities to access services conveniently. MORE..
Netanyahu warns Israel will continue to strike Hezbollah ‘wherever necessary’
Netanyahu warns Israel will continue to strike Hezbollah ‘wherever necessary’
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says Israel will continue to strike Hezbollah ‘‘wherever necessary’’, following a ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran. MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for most parts of the country
Warm weather advisory issued for most parts of the country
A warm weather advisory has been issued for tomorrow (10) for residents of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Eastern, North-Western, Northern and North-Central provinces and in Monaragala District. MORE..
SLC to file objections to Nuwan Thushara’s petition over non-issuance of NOC
SLC to file objections to Nuwan Thushara’s petition over non-issuance of NOC
Sri Lanka Cricket has informed the Colombo District Court that it intends to file objections to a petition submitted by cricketer Nuwan Thushara over the non-issuance of a “No Objection Certificate” (NOC) to participate in the 2026 Indian Premier League. MORE..
More than 3,000 Iranians killed during war, medical body says
More than 3,000 Iranians killed during war, medical body says
More than 3,000 people were killed throughout Iran during the war that began on February 28, Iran’s forensic chief told state media on Thursday, adding that 40% of the dead needed forensic work to be identified and returned to families.
Public urged to control blood sugar levels during festive season
Public urged to control blood sugar levels during festive season
The general public has been urged by medical professionals to take steps to control blood sugar levels during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festive season. MORE..
| April 9, 2026 2:46 pm
Colombo Fort Railway Station modernization project launched
Colombo Fort Railway Station modernization project launched
The modernization project of the Colombo Fort Railway Station was officially launched today (09), with Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya presiding over the inauguration. MORE..
Met. Department warns of possible extended drought if El Niño develops
Met. Department warns of possible extended drought if El Niño develops
The Department of Meteorology has indicated that an El Niño event during the southwest monsoon season could result in drought conditions extending through September. MORE..
12-hour water cut announced for Homagama and Pelenwatta
12-hour water cut announced for Homagama and Pelenwatta
A 12-hour water cut will be imposed in the Homagama and Pelenwatta areas today (09) and tomorrow (10) due to the prevailing dry weather conditions, the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) announced. MORE..
Sri Lankan woman injured following Israel strikes in Lebanon
Sri Lankan woman injured following Israel strikes in Lebanon
A Sri Lankan woman has reportedly sustained minor injuries following airstrikes carried out by Israel on Lebanon yesterday (08). MORE..
Over 200,000 SMEs ceased operations between 2018–2022, says Deputy Minister
Over 200,000 SMEs ceased operations between 2018–2022, says Deputy Minister
More than 200,000 micro, small, and medium-scale enterprises (SMEs) in Sri Lanka ceased operations between 2018 and 2022 due to various reasons, the Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. Anil Jayantha said. MORE..
Iran warns US must choose between ceasefire and war via Israel, ‘it cannot have both’
Iran warns US must choose between ceasefire and war via Israel, ‘it cannot have both’
Iran warned on Wednesday that the US must choose between a ceasefire and ‘‘continued war via Israel,’‘ saying Washington ‘‘cannot have both." MORE..
Health Minister cancels scheduled meeting with GMOA
Health Minister cancels scheduled meeting with GMOA
Minister of Health Nalinda Jayatissa has announced that the discussion scheduled for today (09) with the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) will not be held. MORE..
Iranian negotiators head to Pakistan - despite skepticism over ‘repeated ceasefire violations’
Iranian negotiators head to Pakistan - despite skepticism over ‘repeated ceasefire violations’
An Iranian delegation is heading to Pakistan today to begin negotiations with the US on ending the war, Iran’s ambassador to Pakistan has confirmed. MORE..
Kudawa entrance to Sinharaja Reserve closed for six days
Kudawa entrance to Sinharaja Reserve closed for six days
The Kudawa Entrance of the Sinharaja Forest Reserve will be closed for six days from tomorrow (10) until April 15, the Sinharaja Forest Reserve Controller’s Office announced. MORE..
Nepal issues arrest warrant for ex-PM Deuba in graft probe
Nepal issues arrest warrant for ex-PM Deuba in graft probe
Nepal has issued an arrest warrant for former prime minister Sher Bahadur Deuba for alleged corruption, officials said on Thursday (Apr 9), making him the latest high-profile figure targeted under the new government. MORE..