Fuel not to be dispensed into cans; legal action against hoarders
Sri Lanka Police have warned against the unnecessary collection and stockpiling of fuel amid concerns over the current unstable situation in the Middle East. In a statement issued by the Police Media Division on March 1, police said it had…
Middle East on Edge: 9 Latest Updates
Here are the latest verified news updates on the Iran-US-Israel conflict as of today: 1. Supreme Leader Khamenei confirmed dead Iranian state media and Iranian officials confirmed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in joint U.S. and Israeli strikes…
Sri Lanka launches first European-regulated investment fund to attract global capital
Sri Lanka has taken a significant step to attract international investment with the official launch of the Sri Lanka Opportunity Fund, the country’s first European-regulated investment fund of its kind. The fund was formally launched on Feb. 25, 2026, and…
Protest outside SLC Headquarters demands Board’s Resignation
A protest was held outside the Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) headquarters on Saturday, with demonstrators demanding the resignation of the cricket board following the national team’s continued poor performances. The protest, led by a Buddhist monk, saw participants calling on…
PC Kuvera de Zoysa announces Candidature for BASL Presidency
President’s Counsel Kuvera de Zoysa has announced his candidature for the post of President of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) for the 2027/2028 term. His decision comes amid what legal practitioners describe as significant challenges facing the profession,…
Duleep Mendis steps down as Oman coach, appointed chief development officer
After 14 remarkable years at the helm, Duleep Mendis has stepped down as Head Coach of the Oman Men’s National Team, moving into the role of Chief Development Officer at Oman Cricket. Mendis leaves behind a legacy of historic milestones,…
CPC confirms ample fuel stock, urges public to avoid queues and hoarding
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) says there will be no delays in receiving fuel stocks ordered up to April and May. Addressing a media briefing today (01), CPC Chairman D.J. Rajakaruna stated that the relevant fuel shipments are scheduled to…
All flights between Sri Lanka and Middle East suspended until further notice
Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) has issued a travel advisory announcing the suspension of all Middle East–bound flight operations due to multiple regional airspace closures. Airport authorities said that all carriers operating to and from Middle Eastern destinations have temporarily halted…
Iran’s state media confirm death of supreme leader Ayatollah Khamenei
Iran’s state media has confirmed that Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, the country’s supreme leader since 1989, has died at the age of 86. The announcement came early Sunday morning following a round of U.S. and Israeli military strikes on Tehran and…
Foreign Coach set to Replace Jayasuriya as SLC Opens Talks
Sri Lanka Cricket has begun discussions with several foreign candidates to replace head coach Sanath Jayasuriya, who has announced his intention to step down from the position, officials said. SLC Chief Executive Officer Ashley de Silva told the Sunday Times…