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Sri Lanka’s ageing population on the rise as youth show declining interest in parenthood: PASL
Sri Lanka’s ageing population on the rise as youth show declining interest in parenthood: PASL
The Population Association of Sri Lanka (PASL) has raised concerns over the increase in the number of elderly citizens compared to children and youth in the country. MORE..
Missile attack targeted US Navy’s 5th Fleet headquarters in Bahrain – reports
Missile attack targeted US Navy’s 5th Fleet headquarters in Bahrain – reports
Update: The United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Kuwait have closed their airspace, joining Iran, Iraq and Israel in shutting their skies amid escalating regional tensions following military strikes between Israel and Iran. MORE..
Netanyahu says joint attack with US was to remove ‘existential threat posed’ by Iran
Netanyahu says joint attack with US was to remove ‘existential threat posed’ by Iran
Benjamin Netanyahu has confirmed Israel and the US have carried out an operation “to remove the existential threat posed by the terrorist regime in Iran”. MORE..
Tenders invited for emergency purchase of 300,000 MT of coal
Tenders invited for emergency purchase of 300,000 MT of coal
The Lanka Coal Company (LCC) has invited tenders for the emergency procurement of 300,000 metric tons of coal for the Lakvijaya Coal Power Plant in Norochcholai. MORE..
| February 28, 2026 2:30 pm
Former army intelligence officer among 4 arrested with drug haul and ammo cache
Former army intelligence officer among 4 arrested with drug haul and ammo cache
A former army intelligence officer is among four suspects arrested on Friday (27) in connection with the seizure of a large haul of ‘Ice’ (crystal methamphetamine) and heroin valued at over Rs. 500 million, along with a cache of ammunition, the police said. MORE..
Iran launches missiles at Israel, IDF says
Iran launches missiles at Israel, IDF says
The Israel Defence Forces said it has identified missiles launched from Iran towards the State of Israel. MORE..
‘When we are finished, take over your government’: Trump confirms US strikes on Iran
‘When we are finished, take over your government’: Trump confirms US strikes on Iran
Donald Trump has confirmed that the US has launched “major combat operations” against Iran in an eight-minute video on Truth Social. MORE..
Israel, Iran close airspace for flights after strike on Tehran
Israel, Iran close airspace for flights after strike on Tehran
Israel and Iran closed their airspace after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s government launched “preventive” airstrikes on Tehran. MORE..
US participating in Israeli strikes against Iran – reports
US participating in Israeli strikes against Iran – reports
The United States is participating in the Israeli strikes against Iran, according to a U.S. official and a person familiar with the operation, who spoke on condition of anonymity to detail sensitive military operations. MORE..
Israel’s defense minister says his country has attacked Iran and declares a state of emergency
Israel’s defense minister says his country has attacked Iran and declares a state of emergency
Israel launched an attack on Iran on Saturday, with the country’s defense minister declaring a state of emergency across the country. MORE..
Three arrested with narcotic pills worth Rs. 3 million in Panadura
Three arrested with narcotic pills worth Rs. 3 million in Panadura
Three persons, including a married couple, have been arrested in connection with the possession of a stock of narcotic pills worth Rs. 3 million, the Panadura South Police Headquarters said. MORE..
At least 15 killed after military plane carrying banknotes crashes in Bolivia
At least 15 killed after military plane carrying banknotes crashes in Bolivia
At least 15 people have been killed and others injured after a Bolivian air force cargo plane crashed in the western city of El Alto, the country’s authorities say. MORE..
Sri Lanka apparel exports to US, EU fall in January, UK holds steady
Sri Lanka apparel exports to US, EU fall in January, UK holds steady
According to data released by the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF), total exports during the month reached $425.44m compared with $437.07m in January 2025. MORE..
Suspect wanted over double murder arrested at BIA upon return from Qatar
Suspect wanted over double murder arrested at BIA upon return from Qatar
A suspect wanted in connection with a double murder committed by shooting has been arrested upon his return to Sri Lanka from overseas. MORE..
New shipment of LP gas arrives; stocks to be released to market today - Laugfs
New shipment of LP gas arrives; stocks to be released to market today - Laugfs
Laugfs Gas PLC has announced that a vessel carrying a new shipment of LP gas arrived in the country today (28). MORE..
Sri Lankan-born baker wins ‘best traditional baguette’ prize in Paris
Sri Lankan-born baker wins ‘best traditional baguette’ prize in Paris
Sithamparappillai Jegatheepan, a 43-year-old Sri Lankan-born baker at Fournil Didot in the 14th arrondissement of Paris, has won the Grand Prix for the Parisian Traditional Baguette 2026, a prestigious award presented among 143 competing baguettes. MORE..
Sanath Jayasuriya to step down as Sri Lanka’s Head Coach?
Sanath Jayasuriya to step down as Sri Lanka’s Head Coach?
Sanath Jayasuriya will step down as Head Coach of the Sri Lanka national cricket team following today’s Super Eight match against the Pakistan at the ongoing ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, sources told Ada Derana. MORE..
4 arrested with narcotics worth over Rs. 500M, ammunition in Ahungalla and Ambalangoda raids
4 arrested with narcotics worth over Rs. 500M, ammunition in Ahungalla and Ambalangoda raids
Four suspects, including a woman, were arrested by police last evening (27) while in possession of a large haul of “Ice” (crystal methamphetamine) and heroin valued at over Rs. 500 million and ammunition. MORE..
US allows staff to leave Israel as Iran tensions soar
US allows staff to leave Israel as Iran tensions soar
US President Trump has threatened to attack Iran if it doesn’t agree to a new deal on its nuclear program by early March. Meanwhile, the UN’s nuclear watchdog has urged Tehran to allow inspections at its nuclear sites. MORE..
Two arrested for aiding and abetting Jinthupitiya shooting
Two arrested for aiding and abetting Jinthupitiya shooting
A male and a female suspect have been arrested for allegedly aiding and abetting the fatal shooting of a person and the injuring of four others inside a barbershop (salon) in the Jinthupitiya area. MORE..
Milan tram derails and slams into a building, killing two people
Milan tram derails and slams into a building, killing two people
A tram derailed Friday and slammed into a building in the heart of Milan, killing two people and injuring more than two-dozen others, officials said. MORE..
Bill Clinton to lawmakers investigating Epstein: ‘I saw nothing’
Bill Clinton to lawmakers investigating Epstein: ‘I saw nothing’
Bill Clinton told lawmakers on Friday that he “saw nothing that gave me pause” when he spent time with Jeffrey Epstein, as the former president gave closed-door testimony about his relationship with the late sex offender. MORE..
Mainly fair weather expected in most parts of the island
Mainly fair weather expected in most parts of the island
Showers or thundershowers are likely at a few places in Kaluthara, Rathnapura, Galle and Matara districts after 2.00 p.m., the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
90-day detention order to question ex-intelligence chief Suresh Sallay
90-day detention order to question ex-intelligence chief Suresh Sallay
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has obtained a 90-day detention order to question former state intelligence chief Major General (Retd) Suresh Sallay, the police said. MORE..
Afghan Taliban open to talks after Pakistan bombs Kabul, Kandahar
Afghan Taliban open to talks after Pakistan bombs Kabul, Kandahar
Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers said on Friday they were willing to negotiate after Pakistan bombed its forces in major cities and dozens of troops were killed in the most serious clashes between the allies-turned-foes. MORE..