Trump’s approach unacceptable: Former President Ranil
Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe said actions taken by former U.S. President Donald Trump to change governments in other countries are unacceptable and harmful to countries like Sri Lanka. Speaking to the media on Monday (02), Wickremesinghe commented on…
Public emergency reimposed from Feb. 28; essential services extended
The government has reimposed the State of Public Emergency with effect from Feb. 28, according to an Extraordinary Gazette issued under the signature of the Secretary to the President. The Gazette said the extension is aimed at ensuring public security,…
Minister Bimal Rathnayake meets Sri Lankan community in Rome
Minister Bimal Rathnayake met with members of the Sri Lankan community in Rome on March 1 during an official visit to Italy. The minister arrived in Rome to formally convey an invitation from President Anura Dissanayake to Pope Leo XIV…
US, Gulf States condemn Iran in joint statement
The United States and six Middle Eastern countries have issued a joint statement condemning recent missile and drone attacks launched by Iran across the region, describing the strikes as a violation of sovereignty and a threat to regional stability. In…
Opposition Leader calls for immediate peace talks in Middle East
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has called for an immediate end to escalating hostilities in the Middle East, warning that the conflict poses a serious threat to global peace and security. In a message posted on X, Premadasa condemned the expansion…
13,416 Dengue cases reported in first two months of 2026
A total of 13,416 dengue cases have been reported so far this year, according to the National Dengue Control Unit. Community Physician Specialist Dr. Prasheela Samaraweera of the unit said four dengue-related deaths have also been recorded. The highest number…
Committee to be appointed for National Medical Education Policy : PM
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya said the government will not take action to restrict student freedom and called on student unions to support efforts to end violence and ragging linked to student activities. She said a committee will be appointed to…
Body of 24-year-old man found off Port City coast
A male body was recovered from the sea off the coast of Colombo Port City, Police said. The body was discovered by Colombo Harbour Police following information received about a corpse floating in the water. Police identified the deceased as…
Panic buying pushes CPC to release over 5 million litres of fuel
Due to panic buying, the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has released 2,325,349 liters of diesel and 2,904,000 liters of petrol this morning by 9:44 a.m, Chairman D.J. Rajakaruna said. CPC yesterday issued 3,018,349 liters of diesel and 3,920,400 liters of…
Important notice from SriLankan Airlines on Middle East operations
SriLankan Airlines announced the cancellation of several flights scheduled for Sunday due to the continued closure of airspace in parts of the Middle East. The airline stated that the following flights operating between Colombo and destinations in the Middle East…