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Arrangements in place for uninterrupted supply of fuel & energy for two months: President

Sri Lanka, March 10 -- Arrangements are in place for an uninterrupted supply of fuel and energy for two more months despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake ... Read More


Fifth National Oral Health Survey in Sri Lanka begins today - Health Ministry

Sri Lanka, March 10 -- The Ministry of Health states that the Fifth National Oral Health Survey in Sri Lanka will commence today (10). The Ministry further states that the survey will be conducted un... Read More


Woman arrested with 100g of 'Ice' in Rathmalana

Sri Lanka, March 10 -- A woman has been arrested in the Rathmalana area for the possession of 100 grams of Crystal Methamphetamine, commonly known as 'Ice', police said. The suspect was apprehended d... Read More


Oil could hit $150 a barrel despite Trump's reassurances, expert warns

Sri Lanka, March 10 -- The US-Israel war with Iran has triggered the biggest oil disruption in history, as the critical Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed, with some experts estimating oil co... Read More


Peradeniya Uni students stage torchlight protest alleging curbs on student freedom

Sri Lanka, March 10 -- A group of students of the University of Peradeniya held a torchlight protest today at the Galaha Junction, to voice opposition to what they describe as increasing restrictions ... Read More


No revision of bus fares despite fuel price hike - NTC

Sri Lanka, March 10 -- The National Transport Commission (NTC) has announced that bus fares will not be revised despite the recent increase in fuel prices. The Director General of the Commission, Dr.... Read More


CEB subsidiaries agree to 62 of 64 union demands

Sri Lanka, March 10 -- The boards of four key subsidiary companies linked to the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) have agreed to 62 out of 64 demands presented by trade unions following discussions held... Read More


Bodies of sailors killed in warship sinking near Sri Lanka will be repatriated: Iran

Sri Lanka, March 10 -- Iran says the bodies of dozens of sailors killed when the US attacked and sank IRIS Dena vessel near close to Sri Lanka will soon be returned to the country. In a statement rep... Read More


Over 600kg of narcotics discovered in multi-day trawler seized by navy: Minister

Sri Lanka, March 10 -- Over 600 kilograms of narcotics have been discovered in the multi-day fishing vessel seized by the Sri Lanka Navy on suspicion of transporting a consignment of drugs, according ... Read More


Strike delays restoration of power disruptions in several areas

Sri Lanka, March 10 -- The restoration of the prevailing electricity disruptions in Colombo 9, Colombo 14, and several areas in Gampaha is expected to take some time due to an ongoing strike launched ... Read More