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Ali Sabry on US aircraft request: “I’m proud the President had the courage to do what is right”
Ali Sabry on US aircraft request: “I’m proud the President had the courage to do what is right”
Sri Lanka’s former Justice Minister Ali Sabry has lauded the government’s decision to maintain neutrality by declining a US request to allow aircraft to land at Sri Lankan airports in early March. MORE..
Diesel to be used for nighttime power generation amid fuel supply concerns
Diesel to be used for nighttime power generation amid fuel supply concerns
Minister Nalinda Jayatissa has stated that the final decision regarding a possible electricity tariff increase will be announced on April 01, 2026. MORE..
| March 22, 2026 1:03 pm
Man arrested for illegally hoarding nearly 2,200L of diesel in Ambalantota
Man arrested for illegally hoarding nearly 2,200L of diesel in Ambalantota
A suspect has been arrested by the Hungama Police for illegally hoarding approximately 2,200 litres of diesel at a residence in the Mamadala area of Ambalantota. MORE..
153 individuals identified for illegal QR code downloads – Minister Nalinda
153 individuals identified for illegal QR code downloads – Minister Nalinda
Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that nearly 6 million registrations have been recorded so far for the QR code system introduced to limit fuel consumption. MORE..
Govt bears Rs. 20 bln monthly fuel subsidy; 37,000 MT diesel shipment to arrive March 25 – Minister
Govt bears Rs. 20 bln monthly fuel subsidy; 37,000 MT diesel shipment to arrive March 25 – Minister
Minister Nalinda Jayatissa has announced that a vessel carrying 37,000 metric tons of diesel is scheduled to arrive in the country on March 25. MORE..
| March 22, 2026 11:19 am
CAA launches special inspections ahead of Sinhala and Hindu New Year
CAA launches special inspections ahead of Sinhala and Hindu New Year
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has initiated a special series of inspections and investigations from March 20, ahead of the upcoming Sinhala and Hindu New Year celebrations. MORE..
4 Sri Lankans injured in Israel trying to video Iranian attack in Dimona
4 Sri Lankans injured in Israel trying to video Iranian attack in Dimona
Four Sri Lankan nationals have been hospitalised after sustaining injuries while attempting to videograph the Iranian attack in Dimona, Israel, the Sri Lankan Embassy in Israel confirmed. MORE..
Three-wheeler taxi drivers seek fare increase for first km amid rising fuel costs
Three-wheeler taxi drivers seek fare increase for first km amid rising fuel costs
The National Joint Three-Wheeler Drivers and Industrial Workers’ Association (NJTWDIWA) has formally requested the government to approve a Rs. 20 increase in the fare for the first kilometre of travel, citing the recent rise in petrol prices. MORE..
| March 22, 2026 10:30 am
Thousands evacuated as Hawaii faces worst flooding in 20 years
Thousands evacuated as Hawaii faces worst flooding in 20 years
Hawaii remains under a statewide flood watch after a severe storm hit the state and prompted officials to order evacuations. MORE..
Sinopec increases prices of Petrol 95 Octane and Super Diesel above CPC rates
Sinopec increases prices of Petrol 95 Octane and Super Diesel above CPC rates
Following the recent fuel price revision by the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), Sinopec has also increased its fuel prices. MORE..
Bus fares expected to rise following fuel price hike
Bus fares expected to rise following fuel price hike
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has announced that measures to revise bus fares will be implemented today (22). MORE..
Iran hits Israeli town housing nuclear facility in retaliation for Natanz strike
Iran hits Israeli town housing nuclear facility in retaliation for Natanz strike
An Iranian missile has hit the Israeli town of Dimona, home to a nuclear facility, in what Iran said was retaliation for strikes on its own nuclear site at Natanz. MORE..
Police reveals key details on abduction of woman in Batticaloa; 3 including woman arrested
Police reveals key details on abduction of woman in Batticaloa; 3 including woman arrested
Police have uncovered key details regarding the incident in the Nellikkadu area of Batticaloa, where an abducted woman was rescued from an abandoned well and the remains of another woman was discovered at the same location. MORE..
Iran threatens to target US, Israeli infrastructure if attacked amid Trump’s power plant ultimatum
Iran threatens to target US, Israeli infrastructure if attacked amid Trump’s power plant ultimatum
Iran threatened Sunday to strike all US and Israeli infrastructure across the region if its facilities came under attack, following an ultimatum from US President Donald Trump. MORE..
90% of private buses withdrawn from service today amid fuel price hike
90% of private buses withdrawn from service today amid fuel price hike
Around 90% of private buses are expected to be withdrawn from service today (22), according to the Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association (LPBOA). MORE..
Over 100 injured in Arad, Dimona in Iranian strikes; Netanyahu vows to attack Tehran on all fronts
Over 100 injured in Arad, Dimona in Iranian strikes; Netanyahu vows to attack Tehran on all fronts
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Sunday held talks with the Mayor of Arad, Yair Maayan and conveyed his prayers for those injured. MORE..
Mainly dry weather expected in parts of the island today
Mainly dry weather expected in parts of the island today
Showers or thundershowers may occur at several places in Western, Sabaragamuwa and Southern provinces and in Nuwara-Eliya district after 1.00 pm, today (22), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
Trump threatens to ‘obliterate’ Iran power plants unless Hormuz opens
Trump threatens to ‘obliterate’ Iran power plants unless Hormuz opens
US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Mar 21) gave Iran a 48-hour deadline to open the Strait of Hormuz to shipping traffic or face the destruction of its energy infrastructure. MORE..
Fuel prices increased
Fuel prices increased
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (Ceypetco) has announced a revision of fuel prices, effective from midnight today (21). MORE..
Sri Lanka looks to India-backed Trincomalee project amid energy crisis
Sri Lanka looks to India-backed Trincomalee project amid energy crisis
Redeveloping the World War II-era oil tank farms in Sri Lanka’s eastern Trincomalee district is the “permanent solution” to the energy crisis, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath said, adding that the government was taking steps to expedite the project backed by India and United Arab Emirates. MORE..
Britain’s meningitis outbreak cases rise to 34, official says
Britain’s meningitis outbreak cases rise to 34, official says
The number of meningitis cases reported in a deadly outbreak linked to a nightclub in south-east England rose from 29 to 34, including 23 confirmed cases, British health officials announced on March 21. MORE..
Weekly fuel quotas increased from midnight today
Weekly fuel quotas increased from midnight today
The weekly fuel quotas allocated under the QR code system of the National Fuel Pass will be increased with effect from midnight today (21). MORE..
| March 21, 2026 7:59 pm
Couple injured in train-car collision at Wadduwa
Couple injured in train-car collision at Wadduwa
A motor car has reportedly collided with a train at a railway crossing in the Wadduwa area, leaving a young couple injured, police said. MORE..
‘It does not appear the US is prepared to halt its aggression’ - Iranian foreign minister
‘It does not appear the US is prepared to halt its aggression’ - Iranian foreign minister
Iran’s foreign minister has welcomed “any initiative that can bring this war to a complete end,” adding that this conflict has “been imposed” on the country. MORE..
Israel’s defense minister says attacks on Iran will be ramped up, war to continue
Israel’s defense minister says attacks on Iran will be ramped up, war to continue
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz said on Saturday the intensity of attacks by Israel’s army and the U.S. military will greatly increase. MORE..