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Sri Lanka to maintain neutrality in Middle East conflict

SriLanka, March 6 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has confirmed that Sri Lanka will remain strictly neutral in the escalating conflict between the United States and Iran, while continuing to uph... Read More


Rupee could depreciate over 5% amid Iran conflict - First Capital

SriLanka, March 6 -- First Capital Holdings PLC in its latest Economic Outlook Amid the Iran Conflict forecasts that the Sri Lankan rupee could depreciate by around 5% during the year. "However, give... Read More


Namal commends government's decision

SriLanka, March 6 -- The decision taken by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to allow the Iranian ship IRIS Busehr to enter Sri Lankan maritime borders and arrive at the Trincomalee port is appreciat... Read More


Bribery commission files case against Energy Minister

SriLanka, March 6 -- Corruption charges were filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption against Energy Minister Kumara Jayakodi. The legal action relates to his tenur... Read More


Karnataka To Ban Social Media For Children Below 16

SriLanka, March 6 -- Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah today proposed a ban on social media use for children below the age of 16 in the state. The announcement was made as the Chief Minister prese... Read More


Police 'violated' alleged ISIS suspect's fundamental rights

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- The Supreme Court ruled today (04) that the police violated the fundamental rights of a young man from Aluthgama, Mohamed Milhan, by arresting him under the Prevention of Terrori... Read More


Explosion reported near tanker off Kuwait

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- A tanker off the coast of Kuwait has been hit by a "large explosion", causing an oil spill, British maritime security agency UKMTO says. "There is oil in the water coming from a... Read More


India concerned over developments in Iran and Gulf region

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- India has expressed deep concern at the recent developments in Iran and the Gulf region and urged all sides to exercise restraint, avoid escalation, and prioritise the safety of ... Read More


ASP Rohan Olugala assumes duties in new role

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Rohan Olugala assumed duties in his new role today. This follows his recent transfer to serve as the Director of the Walana Anti-Corrupti... Read More


Shooting reported at house in Mathugama

Sri Lanka, March 5 -- Two individuals on a motorcycle opened fire at a residence in the Mathugamakanda area of Mathugama around 11:30 last night. Police stated that no injuries occurred during the in... Read More