Oil prices fell in early Asian trade on Tuesday as signs of potential U.S.-Iran dialogue to end their war reduced concerns about supply risks stemming from the U.S. blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. MORE..
14 Apr 2026 (12:51 PM)
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya, in her message for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year, highlighted that the festival marks the auspicious transition of the sun and the arrival of spring, symbolizing renewal, prosperity, unity, and strengthened relationships. MORE..
14 Apr 2026 (11:19 AM)
A special programme has been introduced to provide compensation for owners of houses and business buildings damaged due to Cyclone Ditwah, the National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has stated. MORE..
13 Apr 2026 (11:56 PM)
The Sinhala and Tamil New Year is set to dawn in a few hours today (14), marking the commencement of a significant cultural celebration observed across Sri Lanka. MORE..
14 Apr 2026 (8:10 AM)
The National Transport Commission (NTC) states that a limited number of buses have been deployed today (14) to meet passenger demand during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year period. MORE..
14 Apr 2026 (9:32 AM)
Faced with growing backlash, US President Donald Trump appears to have removed a controversial Truth Social post depicting himself as a Jesus-like figure. MORE..
13 Apr 2026 (11:47 PM)