The dollar was near a 10 #8209;month high on Monday and heading for its biggest monthly gain since last July as mixed signals from Iran and the United States dimmed hopes of a possible quick end to the Middle East conflict. MORE.
30 Mar 2026 (5:42 PM)
The Chairman of the National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB), Chandana Bandara, has stated that, due to the prevailing dry and drought conditions in Sri Lanka, water supply may need to be restricted for several hours per day over the next two to three weeks. MORE..
30 Mar 2026 (1:38 PM)
US President Donald Trump said if Iran does not reach a deal with the United States and open the Strait of Hormuz, the country would conclude military involvement in the region by �blowing up and completely obliterating� electric plants and oil wells in the country. MORE..
30 Mar 2026 (6:51 PM)
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has granted approval to increase electricity tariffs with effect from April 1. MORE..
30 Mar 2026 (3:42 PM)
Sri Lankan-origin Athithiya Anantharajah, at just 25 years old has been appointed maire adjoint (Deputy Mayor) of Pontault-Combault � a municipality on the outskirts of Paris, France. MORE..
30 Mar 2026 (6:09 PM)
The Auditor General will conduct a forensic audit of the Ministry of Health s procurement of medicines and medical supplies during former Health Minister Keheliya Rambukwella s tenure, the Attorney General informed the Supreme Court today (30). MORE..
30 Mar 2026 (5:13 PM)