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Power sector workers ordered to report to duty as electricity services declared essential
Power sector workers ordered to report to duty as electricity services declared essential
All power sector employees currently engaged in trade union action have been ordered to report to duty immediately. MORE..
Iran’s revolutionary guards says it launched “most intense” operation
Iran’s revolutionary guards says it launched “most intense” operation
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it launched its “most intense and heaviest operation” since the start of the war, according to state media. MORE..
Widespread power outages reported across Sri Lanka amid CEB TU action
Widespread power outages reported across Sri Lanka amid CEB TU action
Power outages have been reported in several parts of the country yesterday (11). MORE..
Gulf states face fresh waves of Iranian missile and drone attacks
Gulf states face fresh waves of Iranian missile and drone attacks
Gulf states have been intercepting new waves of Iranian drones and missiles early Wednesday local time.
Around 140 US service members injured thus far in Iran war, Pentagon says
Around 140 US service members injured thus far in Iran war, Pentagon says
Approximately 140 US troops have sustained injuries since the beginning of the US military’s operations against Iran, Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Tuesday, including eight who have been seriously wounded. MORE..
ADB Chief commends Sri Lanka’s efforts to stabilise the economy during meeting with PM Harini
ADB Chief commends Sri Lanka’s efforts to stabilise the economy during meeting with PM Harini
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya has held discussions with the President of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Masato Kanda during her official visit to Manila. MORE..
Qatar Airways to operate 29 flights tomorrow including to Colombo
Qatar Airways to operate 29 flights tomorrow including to Colombo
Qatar Airways has announced that it will operate 29 flights on Thursday: 15 departing Doha, and 14 coming in.
Few showers expected in parts of the island today
Few showers expected in parts of the island today
A few showers are likely in the Northern and Eastern provinces today (11), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
US destroys Iranian naval ships and minelayers near Strait of Hormuz, military says
US destroys Iranian naval ships and minelayers near Strait of Hormuz, military says
The US military said it destroyed multiple Iranian naval ships — including 16 minelayers — near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday. MORE..
Iran accuses US of obstructing rescue after sinking of IRIS Dena warship near Sri Lanka
Iran accuses US of obstructing rescue after sinking of IRIS Dena warship near Sri Lanka
Iran has accused the United States of obstructing rescue operations after the sinking of its IRIS Dena vessel near Sri Lanka earlier this month. MORE..
Litro Gas prices increased
Litro Gas prices increased
The prices of Litro domestic LP gas cylinders have been increased with effect from midnight today (10), the Litro Gas Company has announced. MORE..
| March 10, 2026 10:02 pm
More members of Iranian soccer team seek asylum as most of squad leaves Australia
More members of Iranian soccer team seek asylum as most of squad leaves Australia
Seven members of the Iranian women’s soccer team have remained in Australia, while the rest of the squad has now left the country for Iran, according to CNN. MORE..
Arrangements in place for uninterrupted supply of fuel & energy for two months: President
Arrangements in place for uninterrupted supply of fuel & energy for two months: President
Arrangements are in place for an uninterrupted supply of fuel and energy for two more months despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated. MORE..
Oil could hit $150 a barrel despite Trump’s reassurances, expert warns
Oil could hit $150 a barrel despite Trump’s reassurances, expert warns
The US-Israel war with Iran has triggered the biggest oil disruption in history, as the critical Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed, with some experts estimating oil could hit $150 per barrel by the end of March. MORE..
Peradeniya Uni students stage torchlight protest alleging curbs on student freedom
Peradeniya Uni students stage torchlight protest alleging curbs on student freedom
A group of students of the University of Peradeniya held a torchlight protest today at the Galaha Junction, to voice opposition to what they describe as increasing restrictions on student freedoms. MORE..
Israel has been illegally using white phosphorus in Lebanon: Human Rights Watch
Israel has been illegally using white phosphorus in Lebanon: Human Rights Watch
The Israeli military illegally used white phosphorus munitions over homes in the southern Lebanese town Yohmor on March 3, posing a threat to civilians, Human Rights Watch said in a report on Monday. MORE..
CEB subsidiaries agree to 62 of 64 union demands
CEB subsidiaries agree to 62 of 64 union demands
The boards of four key subsidiary companies linked to the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) have agreed to 62 out of 64 demands presented by trade unions following discussions held with union representatives. MORE..
Oil sinks 7% as Trump predicts Middle East de-escalation
Oil sinks 7% as Trump predicts Middle East de-escalation
Oil prices plummeted 7% on Tuesday after soaring to a more than three-year high in the previous session as U.S. President Donald Trump predicted the war in the Middle East could end soon, easing concerns about prolonged disruptions to oil supplies. MORE..
Bodies of sailors killed in warship sinking near Sri Lanka will be repatriated: Iran
Bodies of sailors killed in warship sinking near Sri Lanka will be repatriated: Iran
Iran says the bodies of dozens of sailors killed when the US attacked and sank IRIS Dena vessel near close to Sri Lanka will soon be returned to the country. MORE..
Over 600kg of narcotics discovered in multi-day trawler seized by navy: Minister
Over 600kg of narcotics discovered in multi-day trawler seized by navy: Minister
Over 600 kilograms of narcotics have been discovered in the multi-day fishing vessel seized by the Sri Lanka Navy on suspicion of transporting a consignment of drugs, according to Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ananda Wijepala. MORE..
| March 10, 2026 7:34 pm
Former DIG of CID Prasad Ranasinghe granted bail
Former DIG of CID Prasad Ranasinghe granted bail
Former Deputy Inspector General of Police of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Prasad Ranasinghe who was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for allegedly obstructing investigations has been granted bail. MORE..
WHO warns of health risks from ‘black rain’ in Iran
WHO warns of health risks from ‘black rain’ in Iran
The World Health Organization warned on Tuesday that the “black rain” falling in Iran after strikes on oil facilities could cause respiratory problems, and it backed Iran’s advisory urging people to remain indoors. MORE..
PM Harini highlights importance of recognising women’s unpaid care work
PM Harini highlights importance of recognising women’s unpaid care work
Prime Minister Dr Harini Amarasuriya today participated in the International Women’s Day Flagship Event hosted by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) at the ADB Headquarters in Manila, Philippines.
Tuesday will be most intense day of strikes on Iran, Hegseth says
Tuesday will be most intense day of strikes on Iran, Hegseth says
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Tuesday would be the most intense day of strikes against Iran in the campaign so far. MORE..
SC postpones hearing of Mahindananda and Nalin’s appeal petitions to tomorrow
SC postpones hearing of Mahindananda and Nalin’s appeal petitions to tomorrow
The Supreme Court has adjourned until tomorrow (11) the hearing of the appeal petitions filed by former ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando against the prison sentences imposed on them over corruption charges. MORE..