The third meeting of the Steering Committee of the Prajashakthi National Programme implemented by the present Government to empower communities and ensure the equitable distribution of economic benefits within society was held this afternoon (06) at the Presidential Secretariat. MORE..
6 Apr 2026 (10:43 PM)
Threats against civilian infrastructure cannot �become the new norm in warfare,� the Red Cross said today, becoming the latest organization calling for de-escalation after US President Donald Trump threatened to hit Iranian power plants and bridges if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened. MORE..
6 Apr 2026 (9:03 PM)
The Hambantota International Port (HIP) has significantly expanded its operational capacity in response to a sharp surge in global shipping volumes triggered by the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, reinforcing its position as a key alternative hub along the East�West shipping corridor. MORE..
6 Apr 2026 (11:14 PM)
Sri Lanka Customs officials have seized 3,380,000 illegally imported foreign cigarette sticks during an inspection of a container brought into the country. MORE..
6 Apr 2026 (8:51 PM)
The war in the Middle East will lead to higher inflation and slower global growth, the head of the International Monetary Fund told Reuters on Monday, ahead of a forecast for the world economy planned by the global lender for next week. MORE..
7 Apr 2026 (7:31 AM)
Two individuals have reportedly died after being electrocuted on a plot of land in the Bangalawatta area of Polgahawela. MORE..
7 Apr 2026 (8:31 AM)