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Saudi Aramco cuts oil supply to Asia for second month in April

Saudi Aramco cuts oil supply to Asia for second month in April

Saudi Aramco, the world’s top oil exporter, has cut crude supply to Asian buyers for a second month in April, two sources with knowledge of the matter said on Monday, after the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran disrupted trade via the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..

| March 23, 2026  9:28 am
Vehicle parking fee collection in Colombo resumes today – CMC

Vehicle parking fee collection in Colombo resumes today – CMC

The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has resumed the collection of vehicle parking fees across its jurisdiction from today (23). MORE..

| March 23, 2026  9:24 am
North Korea’s Kim Jong Un reappointed as president of state affairs

North Korea’s Kim Jong Un reappointed as president of state affairs

North Korea has re-elected Kim Jong Un as president of state affairs, state media reported on Monday (Mar 23). MORE..

| March 23, 2026  9:23 am
Dollar rises as escalating Middle East war spurs haven demand

Dollar rises as escalating Middle East war spurs haven demand

The dollar rose on Monday as escalating retaliatory threats in the Middle East conflict curbed risk appetite and lifted demand for safe-haven assets. MORE..

| March 23, 2026  8:52 am
Several private bus operators suspend services amid delay in fare revision

Several private bus operators suspend services amid delay in fare revision

Severe queues were reported at major bus terminals this morning (23) after several private bus associations withdrew from operations pending a formal revision of bus fares. MORE..

video | March 23, 2026  8:48 am
Increased heat exposure can raise concerns over child dehydration - Health Officials

Increased heat exposure can raise concerns over child dehydration - Health Officials

Health officials have urged parents to pay special attention to protecting children from dehydration amid the prevailing extreme heat conditions. MORE..

| March 23, 2026  8:30 am
Macron calls for ‘‘halt to attacks on energy facilities’‘ in talks with Saudi Crown Prince

Macron calls for ‘‘halt to attacks on energy facilities’‘ in talks with Saudi Crown Prince

French Prime Minister Emmanuel Macron on Monday held talks with Mohammed bin Salman, Crown Prince of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. MORE..

| March 23, 2026  7:42 am
Sri Lanka Police flag fake social media message; Urge public caution

Sri Lanka Police flag fake social media message; Urge public caution

The Sri Lanka Police has issued a clarification regarding a message circulating on social media that has been falsely attributed to the Sri Lanka Police. MORE..

| March 23, 2026  7:25 am
Asian stock markets tumble

Asian stock markets tumble

Major Asian stock markets fell sharply on Monday after the US and Iran threatened to intensify hostilities as the war enters its fourth week. MORE..

| March 23, 2026  7:00 am
Bus fare revision proposal to be presented to Cabinet today

Bus fare revision proposal to be presented to Cabinet today

The proposal to increase bus fares is scheduled to be presented to the Cabinet today (23). MORE..

| March 23, 2026  6:50 am
Americans urged to exercise increased caution ‘worldwide’

Americans urged to exercise increased caution ‘worldwide’

The US State Department has issued an updated caution to Americans across the world due to the ongoing tensions in the Middle East. MORE..

| March 23, 2026  6:37 am
Showers expected in certain parts of the island

Showers expected in certain parts of the island

Showers or thundershowers may occur at several places in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle, Matara and Nuwara-Eliya districts after 2.00 pm, today (23), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..

| March 23, 2026  6:32 am
Fuel price hike severely impacts agricultural sector, warns farmers

Fuel price hike severely impacts agricultural sector, warns farmers

Farmers’ associations have stated that the recent increase in fuel prices has had a severe impact on the agricultural sector. MORE..

| March 22, 2026  9:57 pm
LIOC also hikes prices of Petrol 95 Octane and Super Diesel

LIOC also hikes prices of Petrol 95 Octane and Super Diesel

Lanka IOC PLC (LIOC) has announced an increase in the prices of several fuel categories, effective from today (22). MORE..

| March 22, 2026  8:47 pm
Strait of Hormuz will be ‘closed’ if power plants targeted: IRGC

Strait of Hormuz will be ‘closed’ if power plants targeted: IRGC

In a statement broadcast by Iranian media, the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says it will “completely close” the Strait of Hormuz if the US targets Iranian energy infrastructure. MORE..

| March 22, 2026  8:46 pm
Bus fares likely to go up by over 10%; Cabinet approval sought

Bus fares likely to go up by over 10%; Cabinet approval sought

An increase of over 10% in bus fares has been assessed following the increase in fuel prices and a proposal on the same will be submitted for Cabinet approval tomorrow (23), according to the National Transport Commission (NTC). MORE..

| March 22, 2026  5:57 pm
Modi becomes longest-serving head of govt in India with 8,931 days in office

Modi becomes longest-serving head of govt in India with 8,931 days in office

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday created history by becoming the longest-serving head of a government in India, surpassing former Sikkim Chief Minister Pawan Kumar Chamling. MORE..

| March 22, 2026  5:01 pm
Postal Dept. limits mail transport to alternate days amid fuel crisis

Postal Dept. limits mail transport to alternate days amid fuel crisis

The Department of Posts has decided to limit mail transportation to an alternate-day basis in response to the fuel crisis triggered by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. MORE..

| March 22, 2026  4:50 pm
Iran threatens to ‘destroy’ energy sites across Middle East if Trump sticks to 48-hour Hormuz ultimatum

Iran threatens to ‘destroy’ energy sites across Middle East if Trump sticks to 48-hour Hormuz ultimatum

Iran has warned global oil prices will stay high for the long term if its key energy infrastructure is attacked. MORE..

| March 22, 2026  4:29 pm
Container haulage charges to increase by 20%

Container haulage charges to increase by 20%

Import and export container transportation charges will be increased by 20% from midnight today (22) due to the recent fuel price hike, according to the Container Transport Owners’ Association. MORE..

video | March 22, 2026  3:45 pm
Qatar says 6 found dead after helicopter crash in territorial waters

Qatar says 6 found dead after helicopter crash in territorial waters

Qatar’s Interior Ministry said Sunday that six of the seven people reported missing after a helicopter crash in the country’s territorial waters have been found dead. MORE..

| March 22, 2026  2:36 pm
Iran is charging $2m from ships passing through Strait of Hormuz - Iranian MP

Iran is charging $2m from ships passing through Strait of Hormuz - Iranian MP

Iranian Member of Parliament Alaeddin Boroujrrdi has claimed on state TV today that some of the ships that pass through the Strait of Hormuz are being charged ‘‘with a $2 (£1.5) million fee’’ by Iran. MORE..

| March 22, 2026  2:20 pm
No decision taken to restrict school days due to fuel situation – Minister

No decision taken to restrict school days due to fuel situation – Minister

Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that the government has not yet taken any decision to restrict school operations in view of current fuel consumption concerns in the country. MORE..

| March 22, 2026  2:11 pm
Private bus operators warn of strike over delay in fare revision

Private bus operators warn of strike over delay in fare revision

The Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA) has announced that it will launch a nationwide strike commencing at 6:00 p.m. today (22) if the scheduled bus fare revision is not officially announced by 5:00 p.m. MORE..

| March 22, 2026  1:56 pm
Vehicle parking fee collection in Colombo to resume tomorrow – CMC

Vehicle parking fee collection in Colombo to resume tomorrow – CMC

The Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has decided to resume the collection of vehicle parking fees across its jurisdiction starting tomorrow (23). MORE..

| March 22, 2026  1:55 pm