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Former DIG of CID arrested by Bribery Commission
Former DIG of CID arrested by Bribery Commission
The former Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), Prasad Ranasinghe, has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for allegedly obstructing investigations. MORE..
191 injured in Israel over last 24 hours as conflict with Iran intensifies: Israeli Health Ministry
191 injured in Israel over last 24 hours as conflict with Iran intensifies: Israeli Health Ministry
Figures released by the Israeli Ministry of Health and published by the Times of Israel reveal that a total of 191 individuals sustained injuries over the last 24 hours amid the continuing hostilities with Iran. MORE..
Netanyahu says Israel will continue Iran strikes
Netanyahu says Israel will continue Iran strikes
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Tuesday that Israel will continue striking Iran. MORE..
Fuel prices increased to manage stocks and stabilize Market, officials say
Fuel prices increased to manage stocks and stabilize Market, officials say
The Managing Director of the Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Limited (CPSTL), Mayura Neththikumarage has explained today (10) the reasons for yesterday’s increase in fuel prices in the country. MORE..
| March 10, 2026 1:51 pm
Govt. should use funds in treasury to provide concessions instead of increasing fuel prices – Harsha
Govt. should use funds in treasury to provide concessions instead of increasing fuel prices – Harsha
The government should utilize the funds in the treasury to provide concessions to the general public instead of increasing fuel prices in line with global developments, the Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance (CoPF), Member of Parliament Harsha de Silva stated. MORE..
| March 10, 2026 1:30 pm
16-hour water cut in Negombo and Katana on Thursday
16-hour water cut in Negombo and Katana on Thursday
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced a 16-hour water supply suspension affecting the Negombo and Katana areas on March 12. MORE..
Agreement signed to hand over vehicle number plate printing to new company
Agreement signed to hand over vehicle number plate printing to new company
The printing of number plates for motor vehicles has been handed over to a new company, with the relevant agreement signed today (10). MORE..
| March 10, 2026 1:22 pm
Peace loving country like India should be UNSC permanent member: Opposition Leader
Peace loving country like India should be UNSC permanent member: Opposition Leader
Leader of the Opposition of Sri Lanka Sajith Premadasa on Monday said that a peace-loving country like India should be made a permanent member in the United Nations. MORE..
North Korea’s Kim Yo Jong says US-South Korea drills to harm regional stability
North Korea’s Kim Yo Jong says US-South Korea drills to harm regional stability
North Korea’s Kim Yo Jong, the sister of leader Kim Jong Un, said U.S.-South Korea military drills that began this week were a “provocative and aggressive war rehearsal” that would harm regional stability, state media KCNA reported on Tuesday. MORE..
PM Harini holds bilateral talks in Philippines to enhance cooperation in education and other sectors
PM Harini holds bilateral talks in Philippines to enhance cooperation in education and other sectors
Prime Minister of Sri Lanka Dr. Harini Amarasuriya held a series of meetings with key Philippine institutions during her ongoing official visit to the Philippines from 09–11 March 2026, focusing on strengthening cooperation in education, higher education, technical skills development, and agricultural research. MORE..
Iranian foreign minister says negotiations with U.S. may be off the table
Iranian foreign minister says negotiations with U.S. may be off the table
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Monday that talks with the United States may be off the table after the U.S. and Israel initiated a military operation against the country. MORE..
‘More fun to sink them’: Trump on destruction of 46 Iranian naval ships
‘More fun to sink them’: Trump on destruction of 46 Iranian naval ships
US President Donald Trump on Monday claimed that the US Navy has sunk 46 “top-of-the-line” Iranian naval ships so far. MORE..
Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to escalate strikes
Iran says oil blockade will continue until attacks end, Trump threatens to escalate strikes
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said on Tuesday they would not allow “one litre of oil” to be shipped from the Middle East if US and Israeli attacks continue, prompting a warning from President Donald Trump that the US would hit Iran much harder if it blocked exports from the vital energy-producing region. MORE..
SC resumes hearing of appeals by ex-ministers Mahindananda and Nalin Fernando for second day
SC resumes hearing of appeals by ex-ministers Mahindananda and Nalin Fernando for second day
The hearing of the appeal filed by former ministers Mahindananda Aluthgamage and Nalin Fernando, challenging the prison sentences imposed on them over corruption charges, has been commenced for the second day today (10) before the Supreme Court. MORE..
Navy seizes fishing trawler suspected of carrying narcotics haul and weapons
Navy seizes fishing trawler suspected of carrying narcotics haul and weapons
A multi-day fishing trawler transporting a stock of sacks suspected to contain narcotics and weapons was seized during a special operation conducted in the deep seas off the southern coast of Sri Lanka. MORE..
Five Iranian women’s soccer players granted humanitarian visas in Australia
Five Iranian women’s soccer players granted humanitarian visas in Australia
Australia on Tuesday granted humanitarian visas to five Iranian women’s soccer team players after they sought asylum fearing persecution in their home nation. MORE..
School van charges raised by 5% with effect from today
School van charges raised by 5% with effect from today
With the recent surge in fuel prices, the All Ceylon School Children’s Transport Association has decided to increase school transport fees by 5%, effective from today (10). MORE..
Fifth National Oral Health Survey in Sri Lanka begins today – Health Ministry
Fifth National Oral Health Survey in Sri Lanka begins today – Health Ministry
The Ministry of Health states that the Fifth National Oral Health Survey in Sri Lanka will commence today (10). MORE..
Woman arrested with 100g of ‘Ice’ in Rathmalana
Woman arrested with 100g of ‘Ice’ in Rathmalana
A woman has been arrested in the Rathmalana area for the possession of 100 grams of Crystal Methamphetamine, commonly known as ‘Ice’, police said. MORE..
Australia to send missiles to UAE, deploy military surveillance aircraft
Australia to send missiles to UAE, deploy military surveillance aircraft
Australia will deploy a military surveillance aircraft to the Middle East and send missiles to the United Arab Emirates but will not put troops on the ground in Iran, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said on Tuesday. MORE..
No revision of bus fares despite fuel price hike - NTC
No revision of bus fares despite fuel price hike - NTC
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has announced that bus fares will not be revised despite the recent increase in fuel prices. MORE..
‘We will decide when to end war, not US’: Iran’s sharp response to Trump
‘We will decide when to end war, not US’: Iran’s sharp response to Trump
Tehran has responded to US President Donald Trump’s remark about ending the war in Iran, saying it will be the one who will “determine” when the military actions against American and Israeli targets cease. MORE..
Trump warns of ‘death, fire, and fury’ if Iran disrupts global oil passageway
Trump warns of ‘death, fire, and fury’ if Iran disrupts global oil passageway
President Trump has issued another warning to Iran about disrupting shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..
Putin, in a phone call with Trump, shares proposals to end Iran war quickly
Putin, in a phone call with Trump, shares proposals to end Iran war quickly
Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a telephone conversation on Monday with U.S. President Donald Trump, put forward proposals for a quick settlement of the conflict around Iran, Kremlin foreign policy aide Yuri Ushakov said. MORE..
Strike delays restoration of power disruptions in several areas
Strike delays restoration of power disruptions in several areas
The restoration of the prevailing electricity disruptions in Colombo 9, Colombo 14, and several areas in Gampaha is expected to take some time due to an ongoing strike launched by trade unions.