Market reverses early gains amid rising uncertainty

The Colombo bourse experienced a mixed trading session, as early bullish momentum faded amid weakening investor confidence. The ASPI surged over 186 points within the first half hour of trading, reflecting initial optimism. However, the rally proved short-lived, with the index gradually declining throughout the session as sentiment turned cautious.

Renovated Fort Central Bus Stand to open tomorrow

The official opening of the renovated Fort Central Bus Stand will take place tomorrow (8) at 10.00 a.m. under the patronage of Transport, Highways and Urban Development Minister Bimal Rathnayake.

Nuwara Eliya PS Chairman, CWC Deputy Leader Velu Yogaraj remanded

The Chairman of the Nuwara Eliya Pradeshiya Sabha and Deputy Leader of the CWC, Velu Yogaraj, who was arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption over allegations of corruption, was remanded till April 17 by the Colombo Chief Magistrate’s Court.

Iranian artist Ali Ghamsari performs in front of power plant amid Trump’s ‘8 PM Eastern Time’ deadline

In a powerful display of resistance, an Iranian musician named Ali Ghamsari was seen performing outside a power plant amid US President Donald Trump’s looming deadline to hit the Iranian civilian infrastructure if no deal is made by Tuesday.

Land release in focus at Defence Committee Meeting

The Ministerial Consultative Committee on Defence convened in Parliament this afternoon (07) under the patronage of Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his capacity as Minister of Defence.

First photo from far-side of the moon released

The White House released the first photo taken by the Artemis II crew of the far side of the Moon on Tuesday.

Trump threatens to destroy ’’a whole civilization’’

President Trump said Tuesday morning, about his looming deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or face, that ’’a whole civilization will die tonight,’’ adding that he didn’t ’’want that to happen, but it probably will.’’

Tamim Iqbal Becomes BCB President After Ex-Chief Punished For T20 World Cup Fiasco

Former opener Tamim Iqbal has been fast-tracked into cricket administration, taking charge of the Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) at a turbulent moment for the game in the country, with the government stepping in to overhaul the existing set-up after weeks of mounting unrest and resignations.

Court rules Devalaya funds subject to public scrutiny under RTI

The Court of Appeal has ruled that funds held by Devalayas cannot be treated as private accounts and must be open to public scrutiny, reinforcing the principles of transparency and accountability in the management of religious institutions.

Domestic gas prices adjusted due to global market pressures

Domestic gas prices have been revised following a sharp rise in international LPG rates, the government announced.

Sri Lanka U19 Women hammer England by 52 runs

Sri Lanka Under-19 Women secured a convincing 52-run victory over England Under-19 Women in the second match of the Women’s U19 Tri-Series in Australia.

Trump threatens jail for reporter who revealed Iran airman rescue

U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday he would demand that the journalist who ​first reported that an airman in Iran had been rescued reveal how they ‌got that information, and threatened to jail them if they refused.

Scheduled water cuts announced as reservoir levels drop

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced scheduled water supply suspensions as reservoir levels feeding the Labugama and Kalatuwawa water treatment plants continue to decline due to the prevailing dry weather.

Govt to offer electricity concessions for low-usage households

The government has decided to introduce concessions for households that consume low units of electricity, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Vijith Herath said.

Cabinet approves amendment to Finance Act on telecom tower levy

The Cabinet has approved amendments to the Finance Act No. 35 of 2018 concerning the levy imposed on telecommunication towers.

Cabinet approves VAT amendment bill ahead of parliament submission

The Cabinet has approved steps to amend the Value Added Tax Act, No. 14 of 2002, in line with proposed tax policy changes outlined in the 2025 and 2026 budgets.

Cabinet approves new commissioner general of Registration of Persons

The Cabinet has approved the appointment of a new Commissioner General of Registration of Persons to fill the existing vacancy in the Department of Registration of Persons.

Cabinet approves procurement of surgical gauze from local manufacturers

The Cabinet has approved the procurement of surgical gauze for the Medical Supplies Sector for the year 2026 from local manufacturers, in line with an earlier decision to support domestic production.

Govt to launch digital marketplace to streamline public procurement

The Sri Lankan government is set to create and develop a centralized GovTech App/Service Marketplace under its Digital Public Infrastructure initiative, aiming to streamline and modernize public sector technology procurement.

Bribery Commission sets deadline for Mahinda Rajapaksa’s asset disclosure

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC ) has directed former President Mahinda Rajapaksa to submit a fully completed affidavit detailing his assets, expenses, and sources of income by April 10, 2026.

Oil prices climb as Hormuz stays shut ahead of Trump deadline

Oil ​prices extended gains on Tuesday as a U.S.-imposed deadline loomed for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz or be ’’taken ‌out’’, with U.S. President Donald Trump threatening to order attacks on Iranian bridges and power plants.

Iran’s new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei unconscious and in a ‘severe condition’, leaked memo suggests

Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s newest Supreme Leader following the assassination of his father, is in a “severe condition” and cannot take part in the regime’s decision-making, according to a leaked diplomatic memo.

Nuwara Eliya PS Chairman arrested over corruption allegations

The Chairman of the Nuwara Eliya Pradeshiya Sabha, which is under the control of the National People’s Power (NPP), was arrested this morning (April 7) by officers of the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption over allegations of corruption.

Amber alert issued for severe lightning across several provinces

The Meteorology Department has issued an Amber-level advisory warning of severe lightning activity in parts of the country, effective until 11.00 p.m. today (07).

Iran war jeopardizes U.S. global leadership, warns Italian minister

The Iran war has put U.S. global leadership on the line, Italy’s Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said, expressing fear about the ’’madness’’ of nuclear escalation.

Moon fly-by sees astronauts regain contact with Earth and head for home

Four astronauts on Nasa’s Artemis II mission are on their way back home after a dramatic lunar fly-by that saw them travel further from Earth than any other humans.

Government hopeful of receiving IMF 5th, 6th tranche by end May: President

The government is hopeful of receiving the fifth and sixth tranches of USD 700 million from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) by the end of May, President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today.

Pre-feasibility study underway on resuming Mannar-Rameswaram ferry service: Minister

The government is conducting a pre-feasibility study on resuming passenger ferry services between Mannar and Rameswaram, Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Anura Karunathilaka said today.

Diesel, petrol concessions for three months from May

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced a series of relief measures, including fuel concessions and financial support, aimed at easing the burden on the public.

Israeli military tells people in Iran to avoid using trains

The Israeli military on Tuesday told ​people in Iran not ‌to use trains or go near railway ​lines.