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Govt to expedite compensation for farmers affected by Matara salinity barrier
Govt to expedite compensation for farmers affected by Matara salinity barrier
The government has moved to expedite compensation payments to farmers affected by crop losses resulting from the salinity barrier constructed across the Nilwala River in Matara. MORE..
Indian national arrested with over 1kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA
Indian national arrested with over 1kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA
A foreign national has been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayaka with a consignment of ‘Kush’ narcotics weighing over one kilogram. MORE..
Suspect arrested for Rs. 1 mln fraud involving fake bank website
Suspect arrested for Rs. 1 mln fraud involving fake bank website
A suspect has been arrested for allegedly defrauding Rs. 1,000,024 by creating a fraudulent website resembling an official website of a private bank. MORE..
Trump says negotiations with Iran will be completed ‘and everybody’s going to be happy’
Trump says negotiations with Iran will be completed ‘and everybody’s going to be happy’
US President Donald Trump said Monday that negotiations with Iran will be finalized “and everybody’s going to be happy,” amid an apparent impasse in the talks. MORE..
Full medical and safety arrangements for ‘Aloka’ ahead of ‘Walk for Peace’ journey in Sri Lanka: Vet Association
Full medical and safety arrangements for ‘Aloka’ ahead of ‘Walk for Peace’ journey in Sri Lanka: Vet Association
The Sri Lanka Veterinary Association (SLVA) has announced that all necessary measures will be taken to ensure the health and safety of ‘Aloka’, the rescue dog arriving in Sri Lanka to participate in the peace march titled “Walk for Peace.” MORE..
Japan on high alert for ‘huge’ second quake after lifting tsunami warning
Japan on high alert for ‘huge’ second quake after lifting tsunami warning
Officials in Japan have warned of an increased risk of a ‘‘huge’’ earthquake in the next week after a 7.7 magnitude quake struck off the north-east coast, triggering an evacuation order and warnings of 3m (10ft) tsunami waves. MORE..
Trump says ceasefire expires Wednesday but it’s ‘highly unlikely’ he would extend it further
Trump says ceasefire expires Wednesday but it’s ‘highly unlikely’ he would extend it further
US President Donald Trump says he now considers the ceasefire with Iran over “Wednesday evening Washington time” but that it’s “highly unlikely” he would extend it further if a deal is not reached. MORE..
President Anura Kumara expresses support for nationwide ‘Walk for Peace’ journey
President Anura Kumara expresses support for nationwide ‘Walk for Peace’ journey
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has expressed his full support for the “Walk for Peace” journey, which will be officially commenced in Sri Lanka today (21). MORE..
Walk for Peace: Ven. Pannakara Thero and 07 monks arrive in Sri Lanka
Walk for Peace: Ven. Pannakara Thero and 07 monks arrive in Sri Lanka
Seven Buddhist monks, led by Vietnamese national Venerable Pannakara Thero has arrived in the country this morning (21) to take part in ‘‘Walk for Peace’‘ in Sri Lanka. MORE..
Oil prices rise and US stocks give back a bit of their record-breaking rally
Oil prices rise and US stocks give back a bit of their record-breaking rally
Global oil prices climbed Monday following the latest rise of tensions between the United States and Iran, but the moves were more modest than they were earlier in the war. MORE..
‘‘Some findings in Auditor General’s coal import report unacceptable’’ – Minister Wasantha
‘‘Some findings in Auditor General’s coal import report unacceptable’’ – Minister Wasantha
Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe has stated that certain findings in the Auditor General’s report on the controversial coal importation cannot be accepted. MORE..
| April 21, 2026 7:03 am
Special religious ceremonies to be held island-wide to mark 2019 Easter Sunday Attacks
Special religious ceremonies to be held island-wide to mark 2019 Easter Sunday Attacks
Seven years have elapsed since the Easter Sunday attacks, and island-wide religious observances are being conducted today (21) in solemn remembrance of the victims. MORE..
Iraq and Syria tout their reopened border crossing as an alternative oil route
Iraq and Syria tout their reopened border crossing as an alternative oil route
Iraq and Syria have reopened a key border crossing between the two nations for the first time in more than a decade, with officials highlighting its potential for trade and oil exports. MORE..
Trump says US will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal made with Iran
Trump says US will not lift Hormuz blockade until deal made with Iran
The US will not lift its blockade on Iranian ports until a deal has been reached with Tehran, US President Donald Trump has said, amid continuing uncertainty over whether fresh talks to end the war will take place. MORE..
Heavy rainfall expected in most parts of the island today
Heavy rainfall expected in most parts of the island today
Showers or thundershowers will occur at most places of the island after 1.00 pm, today (21), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Lebanon, Israel to hold second round of talks in Washington on Thursday
Lebanon, Israel to hold second round of talks in Washington on Thursday
A second meeting between Lebanon and Israel will take place in Washington on Thursday, with official details to be announced later, a senior Lebanese official said on Monday. MORE..
Body found near residence of slain Weligama PS Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara
Body found near residence of slain Weligama PS Chairman Lasantha Wickramasekara
Police have recovered a body from a well located near the residence of the late Weligama Pradeshiya Sabha Chairman, Lasantha Wickramasekara, who was previously shot dead. MORE..
Trump says ceasefire expires Wednesday but it’s ‘highly unlikely’ he would extend it further
Trump says ceasefire expires Wednesday but it’s ‘highly unlikely’ he would extend it further
US President Donald Trump said he now considers the ceasefire with Iran over “Wednesday evening Washington time” but that it’s “highly unlikely” he would extend it further if a deal is not reached. MORE..
Trump tariff refunds begin after Supreme Court order
Trump tariff refunds begin after Supreme Court order
The Trump administration has begun processing refunds for billions of dollars in tariffs that the US Supreme Court struck down in February. MORE..
Govt. aims to transform schools into safe, caring spaces for children: PM Harini
Govt. aims to transform schools into safe, caring spaces for children: PM Harini
The Prime Minister and the Minister of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, today (20) affirmed that the government’s goal is to transform schools into safe and trustworthy environments where children receive love and care. MORE..
Donald Trump ‘to consider lifting blockade in Strait of Hormuz’ to break deadlock in peace talks
Donald Trump ‘to consider lifting blockade in Strait of Hormuz’ to break deadlock in peace talks
US President Donald Trump will consider lifting an American naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz to enable peace talks with Iran in Islamabad, according to reports. MORE..
UNP denies circulating social media statement on May Day celebrations
UNP denies circulating social media statement on May Day celebrations
The United National Party (UNP) has dismissed as false a statement currently circulating on social media under the title “UNP’s stance on celebrating International Workers’ Day,” which uses the party’s official logo. MORE..
Special traffic plan in place tomorrow near Kochchikade Church
Special traffic plan in place tomorrow near Kochchikade Church
A special traffic plan will be in effect tomorrow (April 21) in and around the St. Anthony’s Church in Kochchikade, in view of a special religious service, police stated. MORE..
CBSL presents Annual Economic Review and Financial Statements and Operations reports to President
CBSL presents Annual Economic Review and Financial Statements and Operations reports to President
The “Annual Economic Review 2025” and “Financial Statements and Operations 2025” reports of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka have been presented to the Minister of Finance, Planning and Economic Development, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, at the Presidential Secretariat today (20). MORE..
Iran’s President says war must end to focus on rebuilding
Iran’s President says war must end to focus on rebuilding
Iran needs to end the war against the United States and Israel as swiftly as possible to focus on the bigger task of reconstruction, according to President Masoud Pezeshkian. MORE..