Lunar Eclipse today : When and how to see the ‘Blood Moon’
A rare total lunar eclipse is set to mesmerise millions of sky-watchers on March 3 (Tuesday) as the Moon will be transformed into a coppery red “blood moon”. A total lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes directly between the…
“I don’t know the reason. But there must be a reason for him to be arrested. It will be decided in courts” – Mahinda Rajapaksa
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Jasmin Media Secures Google Premier Partner Status for 2026
Colombo-based digital agency Jasmin Media has earned Google Premier Partner status for 2026, placing it among the top 3 percent of Google partner agencies worldwide. The Premier designation represents the highest tier within Google’s partner ecosystem and is awarded based…
US – Iran clash : 07 latest updates
Israeli forces continue their assault on Tehran and Beirut, including a strike on the Iranian state broadcaster, as the death toll in Iran and Lebanon surpasses 600 people. Saudi authorities say two drones hit the US Embassy in Riyadh, causing…
Trading resumes at CSE after temporary halt
Regular trading at the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has resumed following a temporary market halt. Trading was halted after the S&P SL20 Index fell over 5% from the previous close. The CSE reported that regular trading was suspended for 30…
Opposition leaders to discuss Middle East crisis at Parliament
A special discussion among opposition party leaders on the prevailing military situation in the Middle East is scheduled for today (03 Mar) at the Parliament complex. It is reported that this discussion is scheduled for this morning at the Office…
Iran vows to attack any ship trying to pass through Strait of Hormuz
An Iranian Revolutionary Guards senior official said on Monday that the Strait of Hormuz is closed and Iran will fire on any ship trying to pass, Iranian media reported. This is Iran’s most explicit warning since telling ships it was…
Sri Lanka assists tourists stranded by Middle East escalation
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding international visitors, announcing special measures to assist foreign nationals stranded by the ongoing military escalation and airspace closures in the Middle East. Issuing a statement, the SLTDA…
Dry weather expected in most parts of Sri Lanka today
Mainly dry weather will prevail in most parts of Sri Lanka today, according to the Department of Meteorology. Misty conditions can be expected in some places in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern and North-central provinces and in the Vavuniya district…
7 Key developments as strikes hit Tehran, UAE & Qatar
1. Israeli Strikes Intensify in Tehran Israeli forces continue their assault on Tehran, including a strike on the IRIB state broadcaster. The death toll from the joint Israel–US attacks has surpassed 550 since Saturday. 2. Trump Signals Prolonged Campaign US…