At least 3,375 people have been killed in Iran since the US and Israel began strikes on the country, according to state media Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting (IRIB). MORE..
12 Apr 2026 (6:53 PM)
The Sri Lanka Navy has seized an Indian fishing boat and apprehended 12 Indian fishermen for poaching in Sri Lankan waters, off Kovilam in Kareinagar, Jaffna. MORE..
12 Apr 2026 (10:57 PM)
Showers or thundershowers will occur at most places of the island after 1.00 pm, today (13), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
13 Apr 2026 (8:10 AM)
The Pakistan Navy Ship (PNS) TAIMUR and ASLAT arrived at the Port of Colombo on a goodwill visit, the Sri Lanka Navy said. The visiting ships were welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions. MORE..
12 Apr 2026 (9:48 PM)
The �Udarata Menike� train operating from Colombo to Badulla is currently limited to Rambukkana due to ongoing repair work on the main railway line. MORE..
12 Apr 2026 (10:29 PM)
Global oil prices jumped above $100 a barrel on Monday as the U.S. Navy prepared a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz that could restrict Iranian oil shipments after the U.S. and Iran failed to reach a deal to end the war. MORE..
13 Apr 2026 (8:16 AM)