The U.S. will impose tariffs of 50% on �any and all� goods imported to the country from any nation �supplying military weapons to Iran�, President Donald Trump said on Wednesday. MORE..
8 Apr 2026 (7:14 PM)
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday he welcomed the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran, adding that Kyiv was ready to �respond in kind� if Moscow ceased strikes. MORE..
8 Apr 2026 (5:28 PM)
A warm weather advisory has been issued for tomorrow (09) for residents of the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Southern, Eastern, North-Western, Northern and North-Central provinces and in Monaragala District. MORE..
8 Apr 2026 (7:31 PM)
French President Emmanuel Macron said about 15 countries were planning to facilitate the resumption of traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, through which a fifth of the world s oil supply usually flows, after a ceasefire between the United States #8288;and Iran was announced. MORE..
8 Apr 2026 (3:43 PM)
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced a 12-hour water cut for Mattegoda and surrounding areas tomorrow (09). MORE..
8 Apr 2026 (2:06 PM)
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) recorded notable gains today, with the All Share Price Index (ASPI) increasing by 885.14 points, representing a rise of 4.21%. MORE..
8 Apr 2026 (4:57 PM)