Ranil visits Iranian embassy to offer condolences on Khamenei’s death
United National Party Leader and former President Ranil Wickremesinghe visited the Iranian Embassy in Colombo this morning (05 Mar) to convey condolences on the passing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Wickremesinghe, who served as Sri Lanka’s 8th Executive…
CBSL rates: Rupee depreciates further against USD
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar today (05 March), compared to Wednesday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 306.22 to Rs. 306.80,…
Govt confirms second Iranian vessel near Sri Lanka’s EEZ
Chief Government Whip, Minister Nalinda Jayatissa, today acknowledged that another Iranian vessel is currently in international waters close to Sri Lanka’s maritime border. Addressing Parliament, Minister Jayatissa said the government and the Ministry of Defence are aware of the vessel’s…
Malta-flagged container ship hit by projectile in Strait of Hormuz
The Omani navy rescued 24 crew members of a Malta-flagged container ship struck by missiles while transiting the Strait of Hormuz on Wednesday, state media said, as Iran pressed its Gulf retaliation campaign. The cargo ship was “hit by two…
Sajith demands clarity on alleged second Iranian vessel near Colombo Port
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa says that information has been received about another Iranian vessel near the Colombo Port within Sri Lanka’s maritime boundary, and that the government must issue a clear statement regarding it. Making a special statement in Parliament…
11 MPs appointed to Disaster Preparedness Committee on Cyclone Ditwah
Members have been appointed to serve on the special parliamentary committee tasked with conducting a full study and submitting proposals and recommendations regarding the lack of full preparedness for Cyclone Ditwah. MPs Prasanna Gunasena, Anton Jayakody, Aruna Jayasekara, Anuradha Jayaratne,…
Dollar rate today : Rupee depreciates further against USD
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar in commercial banks today (05 March) compared to Wednesday, with the selling rate steady at Rs. 313. According to Seylan Bank, the buying and selling rates of the US…
Govt, President in talks with ICC on SLC administration
Minister of Sports Sunil Kumara Gamage says discussions are underway with the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding the administration of Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC), hinting at an interim committee or an authorized official. Addressing the media today, Minister Gamage revealed…
US Senate fails to advance war powers measure to rein in Trump’s Iran war
The United States Senate has failed to pass a resolution seeking to rein in US President Donald Trump’s war with Iran. The latest war powers resolution failed 47 to 52 in a procedural vote, marking another major setback for proponents…
Police respond to viral video alleging misconduct during search operation
The Sri Lanka Police has issued a statement regarding a video clip circulating on social media, in which a group of women accuse officers of misconduct during a house search in the Jinthupitiya area under the Foreshore Police Division. According…