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Public urged to report filling stations bypassing QR system
Public urged to report filling stations bypassing QR system
The law is being strictly enforced regarding filling stations dispensing fuel outside the QR system, and steps are being taken to suspend their licenses, the Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), D.J. Rajakaruna stated. MORE..
Guidelines to maintain school activities amid fuel crisis; no parades, school trips
Guidelines to maintain school activities amid fuel crisis; no parades, school trips
In response to the ongoing global fuel crisis, the Ministry of Education has introduced several measures and guidelines to ensure the uninterrupted continuation of school administrative functions and teaching activities while minimizing energy consumption. MORE..
Public transport services, including trains, to be limited on Wednesdays
Public transport services, including trains, to be limited on Wednesdays
Public transport services, including train operations, will be limited on Wednesdays, which have been declared as government holidays, according to Cabinet Spokesman Nalinda Jayatissa. MORE..
Sri Lanka sets up four committees to mitigate issues due to Middle East conflict
Sri Lanka sets up four committees to mitigate issues due to Middle East conflict
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to the proposal submitted by the President to establish four committees to provide suitable recommendations on immediate measures needed to minimize the adverse impacts on the local economy and public life caused by the conflict in the Middle East. MORE..
Multi-day fishing trawler seized with heroin off Dondra: Female owner and son arrested
Multi-day fishing trawler seized with heroin off Dondra: Female owner and son arrested
The female owner of the multi-day fishing trawler seized off Dondra while transporting a haul of narcotics and her son have been arrested on suspicion of aiding and abetting a drug trafficking operation. MORE..
Fraud case against Udaya Gammanpila to be recalled on March 27
Fraud case against Udaya Gammanpila to be recalled on March 27
The Colombo High Court has ordered that the case filed against former Minister Udaya Gammanpila, who is accused of misappropriating company shares worth Rs. 20 million belonging to an Australian businessman by preparing a forged Power of Attorney, be recalled on March 27, 2026. MORE..
New circular issued revising public service schedule to conserve fuel
New circular issued revising public service schedule to conserve fuel
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has issued a circular regarding the continuation of government office operations in order to conserve fuel reserves, amidst the prevailing crisis situation in the country. MORE..
Global jet fuel, diesel prices poised to surge more than crude as Iran war rages: Report
Global jet fuel, diesel prices poised to surge more than crude as Iran war rages: Report
The disruption in the global oil market triggered by the ongoing Iran war, which has engulfed the entire Middle East, is poised to have a greater impact on products such as jet fuel and diesel than on crude, according to a Goldman Sachs Group report. MORE..
Tomorrow’s parliamentary sitting cancelled
Tomorrow’s parliamentary sitting cancelled
Taking into consideration the declaration of every Wednesday as a public holiday due to the prevailing situation, it has been decided that the Parliament of Sri Lanka will not convene tomorrow (18). MORE..
Weekly fuel quota valid until midnight every Saturday – CPC Chairman
Weekly fuel quota valid until midnight every Saturday – CPC Chairman
The Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), D.J. Rajakaruna, announced that the weekly fuel quota issued to the public under the QR code–based system will remain valid until 12 midnight on Saturday every week and will be refreshed every Sunday. MORE..
| March 17, 2026 12:43 pm
Only one vehicle can be registered for QR system per NIC and phone number – Official
Only one vehicle can be registered for QR system per NIC and phone number – Official
The Ministry of Digital Economy has confirmed that, under a new policy decision, only one vehicle can be registered under each National Identity Card (NIC) number and telephone number through the QR code system. MORE..
| March 17, 2026 12:37 pm
Three committees appointed to safeguard Sri Lanka’s economy amid Middle East crisis - PM
Three committees appointed to safeguard Sri Lanka’s economy amid Middle East crisis - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya announced in Parliament today (17) that three committees have been appointed to manage potential economic challenges Sri Lanka may face in light of the ongoing war situation in the Middle East, with steps already underway to implement the necessary measures in this regard. MORE..
Advisory issued for severe lightning
Advisory issued for severe lightning
An ‘Amber’ advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Kandy, Nuwara-Eliya, Monaragala, Galle and Matara districts. MORE..
Ex-President Gotabaya leaves Bribery Commission after recording statement
Ex-President Gotabaya leaves Bribery Commission after recording statement
Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) this morning to provide a statement in connection with an ongoing investigation, said Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
| March 17, 2026 11:37 am
Energy Minister warns of possible power cuts amid fuel crisis in Sri Lanka
Energy Minister warns of possible power cuts amid fuel crisis in Sri Lanka
Minister of Energy, Kumara Jayakodi, stated that although no power cuts have been implemented thus far despite the ongoing fuel crisis, there is a possibility that such measures may be required in the future. MORE..
| March 17, 2026 11:15 am
Energy Minister provides update on existing fuel supplies
Energy Minister provides update on existing fuel supplies
Minister of Energy, Kumara Jayakodi, made a statement in Parliament today (17) regarding the duration for which fuel supplies are sufficient in the country under normal consumption. MORE..
| March 17, 2026 10:52 am
Man nabbed while transporting stock of fuel in three-wheeler
Man nabbed while transporting stock of fuel in three-wheeler
An individual has been arrested in Bandaragama for illegally transporting a stock of fuel in a three-wheeler.
Pre-schools to remain closed on Wednesdays; Private schools requested to do same
Pre-schools to remain closed on Wednesdays; Private schools requested to do same
The Ministry of Education stated that, as government schools are closed on Wednesdays which have been declared as public holidays, a request has been made for government-approved private schools to also remain closed on those days. MORE..
Trump was warned of likely Iranian retaliation on Gulf allies, sources say
Trump was warned of likely Iranian retaliation on Gulf allies, sources say
President Donald Trump was warned that attacking Iran could trigger retaliation against U.S. Gulf allies despite his claims on Monday that Tehran’s reaction came as a surprise, said a U.S. official and two sources familiar with U.S. intelligence reports. MORE..
Russia urges end to Middle East hostilities, condemns US-Israel actions
Russia urges end to Middle East hostilities, condemns US-Israel actions
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday issued a strong statement condemning the recent escalation of violence in the Middle East blaming the United States and Israel for what it described as a ‘‘treacherous and unprovoked attack on Iran’‘ and calling for an immediate end to hostilities. MORE..
Iran navy chief vows ‘deadly’ response for IRIS Dena ship sinking
Iran navy chief vows ‘deadly’ response for IRIS Dena ship sinking
Iran’s navy commander Shahram Irani warned that Tehran’s enemies would face retaliation for the killing of dozens of sailors after the IRIS Dena was sunk in the Indian Ocean off Sri Lanka. MORE..
Wednesdays declared holidays for tuition classes
Wednesdays declared holidays for tuition classes
Due to ongoing fuel supply challenges, the Commissioner General of Essential Services, Prabath Chandrakeerthi, has requested not to conduct tuition classes on Wednesdays. MORE..
Govt’s objective is to create opportunities for all citizens to enjoy freedom – PM
Govt’s objective is to create opportunities for all citizens to enjoy freedom – PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that freedom had long been limited to only a privileged segment of society and that the government’s objective is to create opportunities for all citizens to equally experience and enjoy that freedom. MORE..
Afghanistan says 400 killed in Pakistan air strike on Kabul hospital, Pakistan rejects claim
Afghanistan says 400 killed in Pakistan air strike on Kabul hospital, Pakistan rejects claim
At least 400 people were killed and 250 injured in an air strike by Pakistan on a drug users rehabilitation hospital in Kabul, a spokesman of the Afghan Taliban government said on Tuesday, a sharp escalation in the conflict between the neighbours. MORE..
Selected Health Ministry Departments to work from home on Wednesdays
Selected Health Ministry Departments to work from home on Wednesdays
In light of the prevailing global crisis and in line with government measures to minimize fuel consumption, the Ministry of Health has authorized officers in selected sectors to work from home every Wednesday. MORE..