Oil prices have soared following reports that the US is preparing for an extended blockade of Iran. MORE..
30 Apr 2026 (8:55 AM)
The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on a year-on-year basis, increased to 5.4% in April 2026, up from 2.2% recorded in March 2026, according to the Department of Census and Statistics. MORE..
30 Apr 2026 (5:21 PM)
Indictments have been served before the Colombo High Court against Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) General Secretary Ven. Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thero, regarding an allegedly derogatory statement made by him on Islam. MORE..
30 Apr 2026 (3:08 PM)
The Colombo High Court has postponed the announcement of verdicts in four cases filed by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) against former Deputy Minister Sarana Gunawardena, who is accused of corruption. MORE..
30 Apr 2026 (1:32 PM)
In line with International Workers Day, which falls tomorrow (01), numerous May Day rallies, processions, meetings, and celebrations have been organized across many parts of the island. MORE..
30 Apr 2026 (11:08 AM)
In a significant move, India s leading airlines are set to restore full-scale operations at Hamad International Airport (DOH) starting today, May 1. MORE..
30 Apr 2026 (10:32 AM)