World food prices climbed in March to their highest level since September last year and could rise further if the Middle East conflict that pushed up energy prices continues, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization said on Friday. MORE..
3 Apr 2026 (6:08 PM)
Catholic churches in Dubai say they have cancelled masses ahead of the Easter weekend on the instructions of the government. MORE..
3 Apr 2026 (7:13 PM)
Showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m. today (04), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..
4 Apr 2026 (8:16 AM)
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has decided to reduce the duration of the scheduled water supply interruptions to 18 hours, taking into consideration the requests made by consumers. MORE..
3 Apr 2026 (6:10 PM)
A total of 147 foreign nationals who were arrested in connection with an online financial fraud have been remanded until April 09, 2026. MORE..
3 Apr 2026 (8:30 PM)
A total of four inmates have reportedly escaped from the Kandakadu Treatment and Rehabilitation Centre in Polonnaruwa. MORE..
3 Apr 2026 (7:02 PM)