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IPL 2026: Points Table, Group Tables & Standings

Sri Lanka, April 1 -- The IPL 2026 points table and standings are set to play a crucial role in determining which teams make it to the playoffs in this highly competitive T20 season. Running from Mar... Read More


IPL 2026: Results, Scores & Match by Match Summary

Sri Lanka, April 1 -- The IPL 2026 season is officially underway, running from March 28 to May 31, 2026, featuring 10 teams competing across 70 league matches followed by playoffs and the final. This... Read More


Fuel supplies from Russia assured, says CPC

Sri Lanka, April 1 -- Sri Lanka has secured fuel supplies from Russia, the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) stated. CPC Managing Director Dr. Mayura Neththikumara stated that delays in the arrival ... Read More


Google is finally letting you change your Gmail address

Sri Lanka, April 1 -- For years, your Gmail address has been something you were effectively stuck with; whether it reflected your teenage obsessions, early internet humour, or a questionable combinati... Read More


Over 320kg of heroin seized in naval operation

Sri Lanka, April 1 -- The Sri Lanka Navy has recovered 298 parcels of heroin, weighing over 320 kilograms, on board a multi-day fishing trawler, which was intercepted and subsequently escorted to the ... Read More


Oil price falls and markets rally after Trump says Iran war over in 'two to three weeks'

Sri Lanka, April 1 -- Oil prices tumbled and stock markets rallied across the world on Wednesday after Donald Trump said the war in Iran would end in "two to three weeks". Brent crude, the internatio... Read More


Johnston Fernando's sons granted bail

Sri Lanka, March 31 -- The Negombo High Court today (31) granted bail to four suspects, including two sons of former Minister Johnston Fernando, who had been remanded over the alleged misuse of a Lank... Read More


China bans entombing cremated remains in empty flats

Sri Lanka, March 31 -- Chinese authorities have banned entombing cremated remains in cheap apartments, a practice that had gained popularity as mourners took advantage of the subdued housing market to... Read More


Sri Lanka Coast Guard rescues 18 tourists from drowning in March

Sri Lanka, March 31 -- The Sri Lanka Coast Guard successfully rescued 18 local and foreign tourists from drowning during lifesaving operations carried out across several coastal areas in March 2026. ... Read More


Market ends mixed amid volatility and index rebalancing pressure

Sri Lanka, March 31 -- The Colombo Stock Exchange experienced a highly volatile session on 31st March 2026, with the market oscillating between gains and losses throughout the day. Early optimism was ... Read More