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Two dead, three injured in Abu Dhabi after missile interception debris
Two dead, three injured in Abu Dhabi after missile interception debris
Abu Dhabi authorities have responded to an incident in Sweihan Street, where falling debris from a successfully intercepted ballistic missile caused casualties and property damage. MORE..
India urges households to reduce reliance on LP Gas
India urges households to reduce reliance on LP Gas
India is urging households to increase their reliance on piped natural gas (PNG) as the country reels from the energy fallout of the war – a move that could transform cooking habits for tens of millions of people. MORE..
Ex-President Maithripala Sirisena holds talks with Iranian Ambassador
Ex-President Maithripala Sirisena holds talks with Iranian Ambassador
A meeting has been held between former President Maithripala Sirisena and the Iranian Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Dr. Alireza Delkhosh in Colombo. MORE..
Trump tells advisors he wants Iran conflict to end in coming weeks: Report
Trump tells advisors he wants Iran conflict to end in coming weeks: Report
A Wall Street Journal report has suggested that US President Trump has told associates in recent days that he wants to avoid a protracted war in Iran and that he hopes to bring the conflict to an end in the coming weeks. MORE..
‘A Nation United’ campaign achieves major breakthroughs in drug seizures and criminal arrests: Officials
‘A Nation United’ campaign achieves major breakthroughs in drug seizures and criminal arrests: Officials
During the five months since the launch of the ‘A Nation United’ national campaign, a total of 1,911 individuals addicted to drugs have been successfully rehabilitated, the Police Media Spokesperson, Assistant Superintendent of Police F. U. Wootler stated. MORE..
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Hormuz route opened for India: Iran FM Araghchi
Hormuz route opened for India: Iran FM Araghchi
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Thursday said that they have permitted the passage of vessels for friendly countries, including India, through the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..
Russia’s Deputy Energy Minister arrives in Sri Lanka
Russia’s Deputy Energy Minister arrives in Sri Lanka
The Deputy Minister of Energy of Russia, Roman Marshavin has arrived in the country on a three-day official visit. MORE..
South Korea confirms easing of US sanctions on Russian oil
South Korea confirms easing of US sanctions on Russian oil
South Korea confirmed it has been granted permission to import certain Russian energy products under the US’ relaxing of sanctions, following some conditions, as the global fuel crisis grows. MORE..
Iran drafts law to impose tolls for transiting Strait of Hormuz
Iran drafts law to impose tolls for transiting Strait of Hormuz
The Iranian parliament is working on a draft bill to charge a fee in exchange for providing security to ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz, according to the semi-official Fars news agency. MORE..
Oil moves higher after Iran rejects direct US talks
Oil moves higher after Iran rejects direct US talks
Global oil prices are trading higher on Thursday morning in Asia after Iran’s foreign minister said the country has ‘‘no intention of negotiating for now’’ with the US. MORE..
Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay returns to CID after receiving treatment at National Hospital
Former SIS Chief Suresh Sallay returns to CID after receiving treatment at National Hospital
The former Head of the State Intelligence Service, Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay, who was admitted to the Colombo National Hospital following a sudden illness, has been discharged. MORE..
G7 allies meet against backdrop of wars in Ukraine and Iran, with unpredictable US
G7 allies meet against backdrop of wars in Ukraine and Iran, with unpredictable US
Foreign ministers from the world’s leading Western democracies meet in France this week against the backdrop of wars in Iran and Ukraine, economic uncertainty, and mounting unease over an increasingly unpredictable U.S. foreign policy. MORE..
Nearly 300 U.S. troops injured in US-Iran conflict: CENTCOM
Nearly 300 U.S. troops injured in US-Iran conflict: CENTCOM
The number of U.S. military personnel wounded in Operation Epic Fury continues to rise as the campaign against Iran approaches its fourth week. MORE..
18 bodies recovered after bus plunges into Bangladesh’s Padma River
18 bodies recovered after bus plunges into Bangladesh’s Padma River
At least 18 bodies have been recovered after a passenger bus with about 50 people onboard plunged into the mighty Padma River in Bangladesh on Wednesday while it was boarding a ferry, said officials. MORE..
Two Sri Lankans arrested with over 10 kg of ‘Kush’ cannabis at BIA
Two Sri Lankans arrested with over 10 kg of ‘Kush’ cannabis at BIA
Two Sri Lankans have been arrested by officers of the Sri Lanka Customs Narcotics Control Division at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) for attempting to smuggle a consignment of ‘Kush’ cannabis. MORE..
Iran Speaker warns “enemies are preparing to occupy” Kharg Island
Iran Speaker warns “enemies are preparing to occupy” Kharg Island
Iran’s powerful parliament speaker warned on Wednesday about the possible invasion of an Iranian island with the support of an unnamed regional country. MORE..
Teacher union criticizes inquiry into absence from Tangalle meeting chaired by PM
Teacher union criticizes inquiry into absence from Tangalle meeting chaired by PM
The Hambantota District Ceylon Teachers’ Association has strongly condemned a request from the Zonal Education Office of Tangalle seeking an explanation for teachers’ absence from a recent meeting held in Tangalle. MORE..
Iran war timeline is “approximately 4 to 6 weeks”: White House
Iran war timeline is “approximately 4 to 6 weeks”: White House
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt has reiterated that the timeline for the war with Iran is still four to six weeks when asked if the conflict will end before President Donald Trump’s planned trip to China in mid May. MORE..
Essential goods prices rise amid fuel hike, CAA conducts raids
Essential goods prices rise amid fuel hike, CAA conducts raids
Prices of essential goods have surged in the market following the recent increase in fuel prices, traders say. MORE..
Donald Trump plans May visit to China for talks with Xi after Iran war delay
Donald Trump plans May visit to China for talks with Xi after Iran war delay
US President Donald Trump will meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in May during his first visit to China in eight years, a closely watched trip postponed due to the ongoing Iran war. MORE..
IGP issues guidelines on arrests under ICCPR Act
IGP issues guidelines on arrests under ICCPR Act
The Inspector General of Police, Priyantha Weerasooriya has issued guidelines to be followed when arresting suspects in relation to offences committed under Section 3 of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) Act. MORE..
US oil prices rise as investors assess Middle East de-escalation
US oil prices rise as investors assess Middle East de-escalation
US oil prices rose in early trade on Thursday, recovering some of the previous day’s losses as investors assessed prospects for de-escalation in the Middle East and Iran reviewed a U.S. proposal to end the war, which has disrupted energy flows from the Gulf. MORE..
Private Tanker owners demand 25% hike in transportation charges
Private Tanker owners demand 25% hike in transportation charges
The Sri Lanka Petroleum Private Tanker Owners’ Association has demanded a 25% increase in fuel transportation charges. MORE..
IMF delegation to arrive in Sri Lanka today
IMF delegation to arrive in Sri Lanka today
A delegation of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is scheduled to arrive in the country today (26). MORE..
Iran’s Foreign Minister denies US talks, calls mediation ‘admission of defeat’
Iran’s Foreign Minister denies US talks, calls mediation ‘admission of defeat’
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi firmly denied Wednesday that any negotiations are taking place between Tehran and Washington to end the ongoing conflict, dismissing US claims of diplomatic engagement as posturing. MORE..