Government moves to regulate online marketplaces and deliveries

The government would soon implement strict regulations on online businesses and courier services to safeguard consumers, Minister of Trade and Commerce Wasantha Samarasinghe said.

Jumbo electrocuted in Mahagodayaya, Buttala

The carcass of a wild elephant was recovered by Buttala police last morning from a cultivated land at Mahagodayaya in Buttala area.

17-year RI sentence for statutory rape

An accused who stood indicted with statutory rape of an underage girl was found guilty and sentenced to 17 year Rigorous Imprisonment and a fine of Rs. 32500 under two counts by Galle High Court Judge Purnima Paranagama.

Over five million vehicles registered with QR system by now: Eranga Weeraratne

Deputy Minister of Digital Economy, Eranga Weeraratne revealed today that 5,103,991 vehicles have been registered with the Fuel QR Code System so far.

Fuel shortage puts health services in a tight spot

Health services across the country are likely to be affected due to the prevailing fuel shortage, with doctors warning that the limited fuel quota allocated under the QR code system is insufficient for them to report for duty and carry out essential medical services.

Trump seeks to delay meeting with Xi in China

US President Donald Trump said on Monday that he is planning to delay a high stakes visit to China later in March by about a month because of the Iran war.

Archchuna demands more fuel for MPs

Independent MP Ramanathan Archchuna raised concerns, claiming that the fuel quota of 15 litres is not sufficient for Parliamentarians who come from outstations to attend Parlaimentary sessions.

Daily Mirror report comes to limelight in Parliament

The Daily Mirror report under the headline ’Court warns funds leaving Sri Lanka through Crypto currency’ came to the limelight in Parliament today when MP Ravi Karunanayake raised a question on this.

Police warn public against fake social media posts claiming official guidance

Amid a surge of misleading information online, the Sri Lanka Police has alerted the public to fake social media posts circulating under the title “Awareness by the Sri Lanka Police Department,” which falsely claim to provide official guidance.

Gotabaya Rajapaksa appears before Bribery Commission

Former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa appeared before the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) for a statement to be recorded.

Teens sue Musk’s xAI over Grok’s pornographic images of them

Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company is facing a lawsuit from teenagers who say the company facilitated child pornography by allowing the creation of sexually explicit images of them.

50 forests to be gazetted as protected areas

Although this year’s International Day of Forests will not be celebrated with large-scale events, the Sri Lankan government has announced the protection of 50 additional forests under the ‘Vanaspathi’ programme, Environment Minister Dr. Dhammika Patabedi said today.

Ravi K, Deputy Minister clash over oral question

A verbal clash erupted between MP Ravi Karunanayake and Deputy Minister of Fisheries Ratna Gamage over an oral question raised by the MP that over eight companies importing canned fish are facing closure as a result of freight increases due to the Middle Eastern conflict.

Diesel stocks sufficient until April 12: Minister

Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody revealed that diesel stocks sufficient until April 12 are available, including fuel stocks confirmed by the suppliers.

COPF recommends increment of CIABOC officials’ salaries

The Committee on Public Finance (COPF) has recommended a salary hike for the officers attached to the Committee to Investigate Complaints on Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) and make it similar to that of judges.

Half a million USD tourism revenue at risk due to war in Middle East

In the midst of escalating conflict in the Gulf, Sri Lanka’s daily tourism revenue at risk has been estimated at half million US dollars, according to a top official from the Sri Lanka Tourism, Development Authority.

Wednesdays off for private, international students

Students of international schools, private universities, and vocational training centers across the country will now have Wednesdays off, following a new government directive aimed at conserving fuel.

Middle East war leaves Ella tourism zone dry

Ella Tourism Zone has been in had hit owing to the Middle East military conflict, much to anxiety of thousands of people, who depended on the income from providing services to the foreign tourists.

Binance responds to cryptocurrency allegations

In light of the media coverage concerning ongoing court proceedings in Sri Lanka related to allegations of financial fraud involving the use of Binance accounts by certain individuals, Binance, an Abu Dhabi Global Markets licensed exchange with a fully KYC-ed user base globally, said these allegations pertain solely to the actions of specific parties

Worker arrested over molestation of German tourist at Mihintale

Police have arrested an archaeological worker over the alleged molestation of a German female tourist at the historic Mihintale temple premises, police said.

Iran Navy Chief warns of “deadly retaliation” after sailors killed off Sri Lanka

The commander of the Iranian Navy has issued a stern warning following a fatal incident in the Indian Ocean, stating that the nation’s adversaries will encounter ’’deadly retaliation’’ after several sailors were killed off the coast of Sri Lanka, according to Iranian state broadcaster Press TV.

Google questions maintainability of Sri Lankan Judge’s writ petition in Karnataka High Court

Google and Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology today questioned the maintainability of a writ petition filed in the Karnataka High Court by Sri Lankan Supreme Court Judge, Justice AHMD Nawaz, seeking deletion of certain online articles published against him.

MPs have to stay in queues to obtain fuel: Opposition MP

Members of Parliament also stay in the queues to purchase fuel just like the general public as there is no special treatment for them, Opposition MP S.M. Marikkar said.

Sri Lanka turns to American gas for cooking

Sri Lanka has turned to the United States for domestic gas purchases instead of depending on the Middle East for supplies, and a shipment that has already been imported is currently stored at anchorage in the Maldives waters due to the lack of sufficient storage facilities in the country, an official said.

Drones, rockets fired at US embassy in Baghdad, security sources say

Rockets and at least five drones were ​launched at the U.S. embassy in Baghdad ‌early on Tuesday from areas around the city, Iraqi security sources said, describing the attack as the most intense since ​the start of the U.S.-Israel war with ​Iran.

Prices of essential food items might be increased: Minister

Prices of essential food items might be increased due to the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, Minister of Trade and Food Security Wasantha Samarasinghe said.

Afghanistan accuses Pakistan of killing 400 in attack on Kabul hospital

Afghanistan has accused Pakistan’s military of launching an air strike on a hospital treating drug users in the capital, Kabul, killing at least 400 people.

Sri Lanka charts course for high-end marine tourism with focus on shipwreck diving

Sri Lanka is actively pivoting towards high-value, experiential travel by heavily promoting its untapped marine tourism sector, with a strategic focus on shipwreck diving.

IPL 2026 Fixtures unveiled, season to begin March 28

The Indian Premier League has announced the opening phase of its 2026 season schedule, confirming fixtures and start times for the first leg of the tournament while the remainder will be revealed later.

Chelsea fined £10.75 mn for historical financial breaches

Chelsea were fined £10.75 million ($14.27 million) and received a suspended one-year transfer ban on Monday in relation to historical breaches of Premier League rules.