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Russia to introduce ban on gasoline exports from April 1, govt says
Russia to introduce ban on gasoline exports from April 1, govt says
Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak on Friday instructed the energy ministry to draft a resolution banning gasoline exports from April 1, the Russian government said. MORE..
Nepal’s ex-PM Oli held over deaths during Gen Z protests
Nepal’s ex-PM Oli held over deaths during Gen Z protests
Nepal’s former prime minister, K.P. Sharma Oli, was taken into custody on Saturday as police investigate whether he was negligent in failing to prevent dozens of deaths during Gen Z protests last September. MORE..
More details on arrest of Commissioner General of Motor Traffic
More details on arrest of Commissioner General of Motor Traffic
The Commissioner General of Motor Traffic, Kamal Amarasinghe, was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) last night (27). MORE..
US hopes for Iran meetings ‘this week’: envoy Witkoff
US hopes for Iran meetings ‘this week’: envoy Witkoff
US special envoy Steve Witkoff said Friday he believes Iran will hold talks with Washington “this week,” as President Donald Trump reiterated his claims that Tehran wants to make a deal. MORE..
Trump says ‘Cuba is next’ in speech touting US military successes
Trump says ‘Cuba is next’ in speech touting US military successes
US President Donald Trump on Friday said “Cuba is next” during a speech at an investment forum in Miami during which he touted the successes of U.S. military action in Venezuela and Iran. MORE..
Rubio says Iran war to last ‘weeks not months,’ no US ground troops needed
Rubio says Iran war to last ‘weeks not months,’ no US ground troops needed
The U.S. expects its military operations against Iran to conclude within weeks, not months, and Washington can meet all its objectives without using ground troops, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday. MORE..
Twelve US troops wounded in Iran strike on base in Saudi Arabia
Twelve US troops wounded in Iran strike on base in Saudi Arabia
Twelve US troops were wounded, two of them seriously, in an Iranian military strike on Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia, a U.S. official told Reuters on Friday. MORE..
Showers expected in several districts today
Showers expected in several districts today
Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in the Ratnapura, Kalutara, Galle, and Matara districts during the evening or night today (28), the Department of Meteorology stated. MORE..
Commissioner General of Motor Traffic arrested by CID
Commissioner General of Motor Traffic arrested by CID
The Commissioner General of Motor Traffic, Kamal Amarasinghe, has been arrested by the Criminal Investigations Department (CID). MORE..
Iran says two nuclear facilities attacked
Iran says two nuclear facilities attacked
Two nuclear-related facilities have been attacked in Iran, but there has been no release of radioactive material, Iranian state media says. MORE..
UNDP donates two modern mobile mercury analyzers to CAA
UNDP donates two modern mobile mercury analyzers to CAA
In order to ensure consumer safety, two modern mobile mercury analyzers worth Rs. 1.8 million have been donated to the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) under the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). MORE..
Karapitiya Hospital to implement smart token OPD system, plans future upgrade to QR technology
Karapitiya Hospital to implement smart token OPD system, plans future upgrade to QR technology
The new digitalization program introduced at the Outpatient Department (OPD) of the Karapitiya National Hospital, Galle came under the special inspection of Deputy Minister of Health, Dr. Hansaka Wijemuni, today (27). MORE..
Iran-linked hackers claim breach of FBI director’s personal email; DOJ official confirms break-in
Iran-linked hackers claim breach of FBI director’s personal email; DOJ official confirms break-in
Iran-linked hackers have publicly claimed the breach of FBI Director Kash Patel’s personal inbox, publishing photographs of the director and his purported resume to the internet. MORE..
IDF issues immediate evacuation warning in Arak, central Iran
IDF issues immediate evacuation warning in Arak, central Iran
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) has issued an urgent warning to people in parts of Arak, the capital of the Markazi province in central Iran. MORE..
‘Defence shall persist as long as it is needed’, Iranian FM Araghchi at UN
‘Defence shall persist as long as it is needed’, Iranian FM Araghchi at UN
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi on Friday slammed the United States and Israel for the attacks on civilian infrastructure in Iran, most notably the Minab Elementary Girls’ school which killed over 160 people. MORE..
AG not representing Speaker in case over ex-Deputy Sec-Gen of Parliament’s suspension
AG not representing Speaker in case over ex-Deputy Sec-Gen of Parliament’s suspension
The Attorney General has not represented the Speaker, who is named as a respondent in the petition filed challenging the suspension of former Deputy Secretary General of Parliament Chaminda Kularatne, while President’s Counsel K. Kanag-Isvaran today (27) appeared before the Court of Appeal on behalf of the Speaker. MORE..
Fuel delivery to be restored following CPC agreement on transport charges
Fuel delivery to be restored following CPC agreement on transport charges
Fuel delivery will be restored from tomorrow (28), following the agreement by the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) to increase intercity fuel transportation charges by 25%, the Fuel Transporter Bowser Owners’ Association said.
38,000MT of diesel and petrol to arrive from India tomorrow
38,000MT of diesel and petrol to arrive from India tomorrow
A combined shipment of 38,000 metric tons of diesel and petrol is scheduled to arrive at the Colombo Harbour from India tomorrow (29), the Indian High Commission confirmed. MORE..
Suspect arrested with heroin, ‘Ice’ and cocaine worth over Rs. 50 mln
Suspect arrested with heroin, ‘Ice’ and cocaine worth over Rs. 50 mln
A suspect has been arrested in the Sapugaskanda area for the possession of a large consignment of narcotics valued at over Rs. 50 million. MORE..
Woman abducted and thrown into well in Batti: Another suspect arrested
Woman abducted and thrown into well in Batti: Another suspect arrested
Sri Lanka Police have uncovered further details regarding the recent incident in the Nellikkadu area of Batticaloa, where an abducted woman was rescued from an abandoned well. MORE..
Health Secretary warns of increased health risks amidst rising temperatures
Health Secretary warns of increased health risks amidst rising temperatures
Sri Lanka’s health authorities have warned that a significant rise in environmental temperatures is currently being experienced, primarily due to a combination of climatic factors. MORE..
Appeals and objections called for 2nd phase of ‘Aswesuma’ Scheme
Appeals and objections called for 2nd phase of ‘Aswesuma’ Scheme
The Welfare Benefits Board has issued a notice regarding the publication of the qualified beneficiary list under the second phase of the Aswesuma Welfare Benefits Payment Scheme, as well as the opportunity to submit appeals and objections. MORE..
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
Warm weather advisory issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Eastern, North-western, Northern and North-central provinces and in Monaragala district. MORE..
CAA conducts special raids against errant traders ahead of festive season
CAA conducts special raids against errant traders ahead of festive season
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) says a special programme has been implemented to safeguard consumers ahead of the upcoming festive season. MORE..
IRGC says ships attempting to transit via Strait of Hormuz will face ‘harsh measures’
IRGC says ships attempting to transit via Strait of Hormuz will face ‘harsh measures’
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps said on Friday that the Strait of Hormuz is closed and any transit through the waterway will face “harsh measures.” MORE..