NDB fraud exposes control gaps as losses climb to Rs.13.2bn

A control failure that began beneath the surface has now forced National Development Bank PLC (NDB) to confront a multi-billion-rupee fraud, testing both its governance framework and the broader confidence in the banking system.

Former WADA chief Craig Reedie dead at 84

Veteran British sports administrator Craig Reedie, a former head of the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) and a key figure in London’s successful bid to stage the 2012 Olympic Games, has died aged 84 it was announced on Monday.

SLC’s Jaffna Sports City Under Scrutiny

Eye-brows and questions have been raised over the proposed construction of what is being touted as the Jaffna Sports City in Mandathivu that was adopted by Sri Lanka Cricket at what was called an Extraordinary General Meeting held yesterday at the Cinnamon Grand Hotel in Colombo.

Yala leopard “Lucas” killed? probe launched

A major controversy has erupted over the fate of Yala’s famed male leopard “Lucas,” with authorities launching an investigation into claims that the big cat may have been run over or possibly targeted in a suspected safari jeep incident inside Yala National Park.

Artemis II astronauts have toilet trouble on their way towards the Moon

Nasa is set to send humans deeper into space than ever before, but there’s one piece of technology that still has some kinks - the Orion space capsule’s toilet.

Emergency jabs after 100 children die of suspected measles in a month in Bangladesh

Bangladesh has launched an emergency vaccination campaign after a fast-spreading measles outbreak is suspected of killing more than 100 people, mostly children, in what may be the country’s most lethal wave of the disease in recent history.

Israel strikes Iran’s petrochemical complex at Asaluyeh, defence minister says

Israel struck Iran’s largest ​petrochemical complex at Asaluyeh on ‌Monday, defence minister Israel Katz said, in what he described ​as a severe economic ​blow to Tehran.

2024 census final report presented to President

The final report of the Census of Population and Housing 2024 was officially presented today (06) at the Presidential Secretariat to Anura Kumara Dissanayake by Census and Statistics Department Director General K. M. D. S. D. Karunarathne.

Lightning strike damages house in Point Pedro

A house in the Point Pedro Grama Niladhari Division in the Jaffna District was partially damaged following a lightning strike this evening.

CSE ends volatile session in green as geopolitical sentiment improves

The Colombo Stock Exchange opened the week with a volatile trading session on 06th March 2026, initially trending lower amid escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which weighed heavily on investor sentiment. In response, market participants adopted a cautious “wait-and-see” approach, resulting in subdued activity during the first half of the session.

Government to provide Rs. 100 subsidy on diesel: President

The government has decided to provide a subsidy of up to Rs. 100 on diesel after considering market price fluctuations, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today.

Water supply restrictions announced in Homagama amid dry weather conditions

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has introduced restrictions following the prevailing dry weather, as reservoir levels continue to decline.

India’s Vice President to visit Sri Lanka

The Vice President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan is scheduled to undertake a two-day official visit to Sri Lanka, President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Over 10,000 child protection complaints reported in 2025

A total of 10,455 child protection complaints have been reported in 2025, reflecting a growing number of concerns raised by the public, according to the National Child Protection Authority (NCPA).

Suresh Salley files writ petition challenging arrest and detention

Former Director of the State Intelligence Service, Major General Suresh Salley, has filed a writ petition before the Court of Appeal challenging the legality of his arrest and detention in connection with investigations into the Easter Sunday attacks.

CAA ramps up raids ahead of festive season amid price hike fears

Authorities have intensified islandwide raids targeting price exploitation and hoarding, as concerns grow over potential shortages and price hikes ahead of the upcoming festive season.

Govt cancels weekly Wednesday holiday

The government has announced the cancellation of the weekly Wednesday holiday granted to public sector offices, with effect from April 8.

LAUGFS secures LPG shipment to ensure uninterrupted festive supply

LAUGFS Gas PLC has received a 7,000 metric ton LPG shipment via the vessel ANDOVER at its terminal in Hambantota Port, boosting nationwide supply ahead of the upcoming festive season.

Iran says US airman rescue may have been cover to ‘steal enriched uranium’

Iran’s foreign ministry says the US operation to rescue a downed airman may have been a cover to “steal enriched uranium” from the country.

Patients in the lurch as doctors, health ministry lock horns

Patients across the country are bearing the brunt of an escalating standoff between the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) and health authorities as a bitter dispute over post-internship appointments spirals into a full-blown crisis.

Subashini, Sri Lanka-born Tamil actress, dies

Shocking news has emerged from the Tamil TV industry. Popular actress Subashini Balasubramaniyam breathed her last today, on April 6, 2026. Following a family conflict, the actress reportedly took her own life by hanging herself. She took this step just a few days before her birthday. Subashini committed suicide at her residence in Chennai.

Kenya records 7.9 million tourists in 2025 as sector earns Ksh.500 billion

The government has revealed that Kenya welcomed an estimated 7.9 million tourists in 2025, comprising 2.7 million international visitors and 5.2 million domestic travelers.

Trump says open the’’f***g Strait’’, Iran mocks ’we’ve lost the keys’

Tehran has taken a sharp swipe at US President Donald Trump after his repeated threats to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with the Iranian Embassy in Zimbabwe sarcastically claiming it had “lost the keys.” Reacting in similar vein, Iran’s embassy in South Africa joked: “Shh… the key’s under the flowerpot. Just open for friends.

Iran reviewing peace proposal but not open to ‘temporary ceasefire,’ senior official says

Iran won’t reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for a “temporary ceasefire,” a senior Iranian official tells Reuters, adding that Tehran views Washington as lacking the readiness for a permanent ceasefire.

Police issue urgent cybersecurity warning for festive period

The Police have issued an urgent warning to the public regarding a surge in sophisticated online financial fraud and data theft during the Sinhala and Hindu New Year festive period. As more citizens turn to the internet for holiday shopping and payments, cybercriminals are increasingly using deceptive tactics to steal money and sensitive personal information.

Strike kills IRGC intelligence chief, Iranian state media reports

The chief of intelligence in Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has been killed in a strike, the IRGC announces.

15 ships Transit Strait of Hormuz in 24 hours

A total of 15 ships passed through the Strait of Hormuz over the past 24 hours after obtaining permission from Iran, according to a report by Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency.

Iran, US receive plan to end hostilities, immediate ceasefire, source says

Iran and the United States ​have received a plan to end hostilities that could come into effect on Monday and ‌reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a source aware of the proposals said on Monday.

National QR Payment Promotion Programme launched

Sri Lanka took a major step towards a digital economy with the launch of the “National QR Payment Promotion Programme” today (06) under the patronage of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake.

Rice and curry, kottu, fried rice prices up

Following the recent rise in domestic LP gas prices, the All Ceylon Restaurant Owners’ Association has announced that the prices of several popular food items, including rice and curry packets, fried rice and kottu, will be increased by Rs. 20.