Bribery Commission files corruption case against Minister Kumara Jayakody
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption has filed indictments at the Colombo High Court against Minister of Energy Kumara Jayakody over allegations that he caused a financial loss to the government around a decade ago. The indictments,…
Meeting held to address possible impact of Middle East conflict on Sri Lanka’s essential supplies
A special meeting of the Food Policy and Security Committee was held at the Parliamentary Complex to discuss the possible impact of the current conflict situation in the Middle East region on Sri Lanka’s supply of essential goods and food…
Global conflict could push up fuel prices, Sri Lanka cannot control global markets
Trade, Commerce and Food Security Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe warned that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East could lead to increases in global fuel and gas prices, which would also affect Sri Lanka. Speaking on the situation, the Minister said…
BASL President says ministers must be better briefed for global forums
Bar Association of Sri Lanka President Rajeev Amarasuriya has called for better preparation and briefing of government representatives speaking on international platforms, following remarks made by Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath during a panel discussion at the Raisina Dialogue in New…
Three foreigners rescued from drowning off Hikkaduwa coast in two days
Three foreigners were rescued from drowning in two separate incidents while sea bathing near the Hikkaduwa harbour over the past two days, police said. Police said a 39-year-old Russian national who was drowning while bathing in the sea near the…
39-45 Heat Alert issued for 11 districts
Heat index, the temperature felt on human body is likely to increase up to ‘Caution level’ at some places in Sabaragamuwa, North-western and North-central provinces and in Colombo, Gampaha, Vavuniya, Mannar, Hambantota and Monaragala districts. The post 39-45 Heat Alert issued…
WATCH : Moment drone struck Dubai Airport
Watch the moment a drone struck Dubai International Airport’s runway, forcing the suspension of all flights on Saturday. Watch the moment a drone struck Dubai International Airport’s runway, forcing the suspension of all flights on Saturday. pic.twitter.com/uU2msQeSX1 — Al…
Iran apologises to neighbours, says no further strikes unless attacked
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran will not launch further strikes on neighbouring countries unless attacks against Iran originate from their territory. In a televised address broadcast on Saturday, Pezeshkian apologised to neighbouring states for the strikes carried out in…
Dubai airport operations temporarily suspended as UAE intercepts missiles, drones
Operations at Dubai International Airport were temporarily suspended for safety as the United Arab Emirates responded to incoming missile and drone threats from Iran, authorities said. The UAE’s Ministry of Defence said its air defence systems were actively intercepting ballistic…
Will Sri Lanka repatriate rescued Iranian sailors? FM replies
Sri Lanka will act in accordance with the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) and international law regarding the possible repatriation of Iranian sailors rescued off the island’s southern coast, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath said. Speaking…