UN research vessel to conduct marine survey in Sri Lankan waters

The United Nations-flagged research vessel R/V Dr. Fridtjof Nansen is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka today to carry out a marine scientific survey in the country’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).

Drought affects tea cultivation

The prevailing dry weather has severely affected tea cultivation in the central hills much to the anxiety of the planters and the tea smallholders.

Panic buying led to premature fuel price increase – CPC Chairman

While urging the public to limit fuel consumption, Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation D. J. Rajakaruna said the recent rise in fuel prices had been significantly influenced by panic buying, with many consumers purchasing fuel in large quantities over the past few days due to fears of a possible shortage.

YouTube opens deepfake detection tool to politicians and journalists

YouTube on Tuesday started offering a free tool to government officials, journalists and political candidates to help them identify and remove AI-generated videos that resemble their appearance.

Death penalty, life imprisonment introduced for high seas drug crimes

A gazette has been issued officially enacting new legislation that introduces severe penalties—including the death penalty and life imprisonment—for drug-related crimes committed on the high seas.

Sallay running rat fever risk: MP

Former State Intelligence Services (SIS) Chief Suresh Sallay who is under detention order is running a risk of being infected with rat fever, Opposition MP Dayasiri Jayasekara said yesterday.

Cabraal denies paying Rs. 1.84 Billion in Greek Bond case

Former Central Bank Governor Ajith Nivard Cabraal has refuted recent social media claims suggesting that he paid Rs. 1.84 billion in connection with the controversial Greek bond case.

A 1,300-pound Nasa spacecraft to re-enter Earth’s atmosphere

A more than1,300-pound (600kg) Van Allen Probe spacecraft is expected to re-enter Earth’s atmosphere almost 14 years after its launch, Nasa says.

Children’s drugs in shortage? Health authorities break silence

Amid concerns among parents about a shortage of medicines for children, the health authorities have denied that there is any serious shortage at the hospitals.

Pope Leo fires San Diego bishop accused of stealing $250,000

Pope Leo has accepted the resignation of a Catholic bishop in ​San Diego who was arrested by ‌local authorities on suspicion of stealing $250,000 from his congregation, the Vatican announced on Tuesday.

Government rules out shutdown of economic activities over fuel prices

While some countries are taking various measures to reduce fuel consumption amidst sky-rocketing fuel prices due to the tension in the Middle East, Cabinet Spokesman Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said yesterday Sri Lanka is not expecting to reduce fuel consumption by contracting economic activities.

US says it destroyed 16 Iranian mine-laying boats near Hormuz strait

The US said it took out more than a dozen mine-laying Iranian vessels Tuesday, and the Islamic Republic vowed to block the region’s oil exports, saying it would not allow ’’even a single liter’’ to be shipped to its enemies.

Electricity workers warned to return to duty immediately

Employees involved in maintaining Sri Lanka’s national electricity transmission system have been instructed to report to duty immediately, warning that failure to do so would be treated as a serious disciplinary offence.

Govt. and pvt. sector align on PPPs to secure future of Sri Lankan healthcare

The Sri Lankan government has signaled a strong commitment to expanding public-private partnerships (PPPs) within the healthcare sector, aligning with industry leaders who view collaborative governance as the key to unlocking the country’s medical potential.

SLFFA announces leadership transition to guide Sri Lanka’s logistics sector

The Sri Lanka Logistics & Freight Forwarders Association (SLFFA) has announced a transition in its leadership with effect from 6 March 2026.

Litro gas prices increased

Litro Gas Lanka has announced a revision of domestic gas cylinder prices with effect from midnight on March 10, 2026, citing rising gas prices in the global market.

Trump says he doesn’t believe Iran’s new supreme leader ’can live in peace’

US President Donald Trump said he doubts Iran’s newly appointed Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei can coexist peacefully with Washington, reiterating his dissatisfaction with Tehran’s choice of leadership.

Energy Minister agrees to key union demands, Presidential talks on salary hike within two days

The Energy Minister has agreed to several proposals submitted by electricity trade unions during a discussion held today (10) with the boards of four newly established power sector companies following the restructuring of the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB).

Iran says bodies of sailors killed near Sri Lanka to be repatriated

Iran has announced that the bodies of dozens of sailors who were killed when the vessel IRIS Dena was attacked and sunk near Sri Lanka will soon be returned to the country.

CSE Rebounds Strongly as Improved Oil Supply Outlook Lifts Investor Sentiment

The Colombo market staged a strong recovery on 10th March 2026, regaining positive momentum following encouraging developments surrounding global oil supply and signs of easing tensions in the Middle East. The improved external outlook provided a positive breather for the CSE after the recent sharp correction, with both indices closing significantly higher as the majority of counters ended the session in green territory.

Over 600 kg of narcotics found in seized fishing vessel

Over 600 kilograms of narcotics have been discovered in a multi-day fishing vessel seized by the Sri Lanka Navy on suspicion of transporting a large consignment of drugs, Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ananda Wijepala said.

SC continues hearing of carrom board case appeals

The hearings into the appeal applications filed by former Sports Minister Mahindananda Aluthgamage and former Lanka Sathosa Chairman Nalin Fernando, challenging the legality of the High Court judgment that convicted and sentenced them in connection with the controversial carrom board case, were taken up before the Supreme Court of Sri Lanka today for the second consecutive day.

US says Tuesday ‘will be our most intense day of strikes’

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that Tuesday would be the most intense day of strikes against Iran in the campaign so far.

541 drivers and conductors recruited as SLTB reorganisation begins

The government has initiated the reorganisation of the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) under a national programme aimed at maintaining the country’s public transport service in a more efficient and systematic manner.

Gains for Sri Lanka and New Zealand stars on rankings update

Several New Zealand players have made gains in the latest rankings update, while Sri Lanka’s stars have climbed the T20I charts less than three months before the start of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup.

Limit travel and fuel purchases, CPC chairman tells public

Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), D.J. Rajakaruna has urged the public to reduce non-essential travel and use fuel sparingly in view of the energy challenges arising from the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.

Putin, Trump hold phone call, discuss Iran and Ukraine wars

U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin discussed the war in Iran and ‌prospects for peace in Ukraine on Monday, hours after the Kremlin chief warned that a global energy crisis threatened the world economy.

SC grants leave to proceed in FR petition over Royal College grade one admission

The Supreme Court has granted leave to proceed with a Fundamental Rights petition filed in relation to the admission of a child to Grade One at Royal College, Colombo, after determining that there were sufficient grounds to examine an alleged violation of the right to equality guaranteed under Article 12(1) of the Constitution.

Namal questions fuel price hike despite 45-day oil reserve claim

Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa has raised concerns over the recent increase in fuel prices, saying it contradicts government assurances that the country has oil reserves sufficient for 45 days.

Madagascar military leader dissolves government in surprise move

Madagascar’s military ruler Col Michael Randrianirina has dissolved the government unexpectedly, dismissing the prime minister and the entire cabinet, according to a statement from his spokesperson.