US President Donald Trump has suggested that he may offer financial assistance - or a currency swap - with Gulf countries he believes have proven to be reliable allies with the war in Iran. MORE..

21 Apr 2026 (9:01 PM)

The Sri Lanka Chamber of the Pharmaceutical Industry (SLCPI) has called for urgent action to prevent a looming medicine shortage crisis in Sri Lanka, warning that growing pressure on the pharmaceutical supply chain could affect the country s ability to ensure uninterrupted access to essential and life-saving medicines. MORE..

21 Apr 2026 (8:34 PM)

The official programme for the 2026 State Vesak Festival has been issued by the Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government. MORE..

21 Apr 2026 (7:57 PM)

The Pentagon says US forces boarded a sanctioned tanker overnight �without incident� in the Indo-Pacific region in efforts to �disrupt illicit networks� supporting Iran. MORE..

21 Apr 2026 (7:57 PM)

Around 50 estate houses in low-lying areas of the Fordyce Estate in Dickoya have submerged following heavy rainfall experienced this afternoon (21) in the Hatton�Dickoya area. MORE..

21 Apr 2026 (7:43 PM)

NATO criticised Russian and Chinese nuclear arms policies on Tuesday and urged both countries to work with the United States to establish greater stability and transparency at an upcoming international conference. MORE..

21 Apr 2026 (7:35 PM)