Israel s far-right police minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visited the flashpoint Al-Aqsa Mosque compound in Jerusalem on Sunday, saying he was seeking greater access for Jewish worshippers and drawing condemnation from Jordan and the Palestinians. MORE..

12 Apr 2026 (7:37 PM)

The Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa has called on the government to reduce the prices of fuel, gas, medicines, food and fertilizer in order to provide relief to the public. MORE..

12 Apr 2026 (7:17 PM)

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 National Transport Commission has urged passengers to lodge complaints via the 1955 hotline against bus operators who charge fares exceeding the approved rates. MORE..

12 Apr 2026 (6:48 PM)

Top finance officials from around the world will convene in Washington this week under the shadow of the war in the Middle East, which has delivered a third major shock to the global economy after the COVID pandemic and Russia s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. MORE..

12 Apr 2026 (6:13 PM)

The general public has been urged to exercise caution in their use of social media during the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festive season. MORE..

12 Apr 2026 (5:56 PM)