Police Sergeant killed while attempting to stop illegal sand transport

A police sergeant died after being hit by a tractor that was illegally transporting sand.

Yemen’s Houthis launch missile attack on Israel as war on Iran intensifies

Yemen’s Houthi rebels attacked Israel with a barrage of ballistic missiles – their first such strikes since the US-Israel war on Iran began.

Sri Lanka Investment Forum 2026 postponed

The Sri Lanka Investment Forum 2026, scheduled for March 30, 2026 has been postponed, the Board of Investment (BOI) said.

Sri Lanka ranked second most unaffordable housing market in Asia

Sri Lanka has been ranked the second in the world’s most unaffordable housing markets as per a report published by ’The Economist’.

Sri Lanka among nations most vulnerable to Strait of Hormuz closure: Study

A new report by the Kiel Institute for the World Economy has sounded a sharp alarm for Sri Lanka, ranking it as one of the most vulnerable nations globally to a shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz.

Even Buddhist temples not spared by present crisis in country: Sajith

The present crisis situation in Sri Lanka has not even spared Buddhist temples and pirivenas, Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa said today.

Global Energy Lockdown in the near future.’’ Sri Lanka must treat this as a national emergency

What began as geopolitical brinkmanship has now triggered a phenomenon analysts are calling the “Global Energy Lockdown.” With major oil-producing regions engulfed in conflict, supply chains severed, and the price of a barrel of crude spiralling to historic highs, the global economy is facing its most severe energy shock in half a century.

Couple killed in Mahiyangana cab-tractor collision

A husband and wife died following a head-on collision between a cab and a tractor in the Mahiyangana police area last night.

Nepal’s ex-PM arrested over fatal protest crackdown

Nepal’s former prime minister KP Sharma Oli has been arrested over his alleged involvement in a deadly crackdown on protests last year.

Iran-backed hackers breach FBI director Kash Patel’s personal emails

FBI Director Kash Patel’s personal email account has been hacked by an Iran-linked group, the agency has confirmed.

Twelve US troops wounded in Iran strike on base in Saudi Arabia, US official says

Twelve U.S. troops were wounded, ​two of them ‌seriously, in an Iranian military strike on Prince ​Sultan Air Base ​in Saudi Arabia, a ⁠U.S. official told ​Reuters on Friday.

Russia to introduce ban on gasoline exports from April 1

Russian Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak on Friday instructed the energy ​ministry to draft a resolution banning gasoline ‌exports from April 1, the Russian government said.

Sri Lanka turns to India for diesel, furnace oil for power generation

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is reported to have sought supplies of diesel and furnace oil from India for power generation, a highly placed source said.

Commissioner General of Motor Traffic arrested over alleged fraud

The Commissioner General of Motor Traffic, Kamal Amarasinghe has been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department.

Hydro power safe for now, but uncertainty remains: Mahaweli and Irrigation Dept.

As dry weather continues across Sri Lanka, authorities say the country is still managing its water supply well. However, concerns are growing about whether this situation can continue if the dry conditions last longer.

Drought likely in July, August: Met. Department

Claiming that the El Niño phenomenon and positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) phenomenon are likely after June, Additional Director General of the Department of Meteorology Ajith Wijemanne yesterday warned that Sri Lanka could face a drought situation in July and August if El Niño and IOD phenomenon got activated.

Court notice issued ahead of Colombo Swimming Club AGM elections

The Colombo District Court today (27) issued notices to issue interim injunction on the General Committee and several candidates contesting the elections of the Colombo Swimming Club, scheduled to be held on March 28.

G7 foreign ministers demand an end to attacks on civilians in Iran war

The foreign ministers of the G7 group of nations call for an immediate stop to attacks against civilians and civilian infrastructure in the Iran war.

Leopard strike kills foreign Buddhist monk in Kudumbigala Monastery

A Czechoslovakian Buddhist monk living in Kudumbigala Monastery in Kumana National Park had passed away owing to serious injuries caused by a wild animal. Police and the wildlife officials suspect that the Ven. Thera would have been charged by a leopard. The 45-year-old Ven. Nanda Thera had been practicing meditation in a rock cave in Bambaragasthalawa archaeological site.

Regional stakeholders call for stronger digital platform governance in South Asia

Stakeholders from across South Asia have called for stronger, rights-based approaches to digital platform governance, as countries in the region work to address growing challenges in the digital space while safeguarding freedom of expression and access to information.

Heat index hits “Caution Level” across the country

Sri Lanka’s Meteorology Department has issued a warm weather advisory under an Amber alert, warning of a rising heat index across several provinces. However, the announcement has triggered debate, with critics questioning whether the warning is coming too late as extreme temperatures begin to affect daily life.

India steps in with emergency fuel shipment

A shipment of 38,000 metric tonnes (MT) of petroleum products is scheduled to arrive in Colombo on March 28, following high-level discussions between Sri Lanka and India aimed at addressing recent fuel supply disruptions.

Ambuluwawa marks 30 years as a symbol of harmony

The Ambuluwawa Religious and Biodiversity Complex in Gampola will mark its 30th anniversary with a series of commemorative events scheduled for 29 and 30 March 2026, highlighting its role as a centre of interfaith harmony and biodiversity.

Nuwan Thushara fails fitness test, Sri Lanka Cricket denies NOC to join RCB for IPL 2026

RCB face a major setback ahead of IPL 2026 opener as Nuwan Thushara fails Sri Lanka Cricket’s fitness test and is denied NOC. With Yash Dayal out and Josh Hazlewood uncertain, Jacob Duffy may step in. Pathirana and Hasaranga also await fitness clearance.

Health Ministry issues alert as heat levels rise

Health authorities have warned of a notable increase in temperatures across Sri Lanka due to prevailing climatic conditions, including high humidity, increased water vapour, low wind speeds, and strong solar radiation.

Rs. 1.8mn mercury test machines donated to CAA to check cosmetics safety

Two Mobile Mercury Analyzers worth Rs. 1.8 million have been donated to the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) under the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) to strengthen consumer safety measures and test mercury levels in cosmetic products, including skin lightening creams.

Wasp attack hospitalises 10 schoolchildren

Ten schoolchildren were admitted to the Bandarawela Base Hospital today (27) after being attacked by a swarm of wasps, the Bandarawela Police said.

Weeraketiya Youth Corps Opens Modern Shooting Range to Boost Sports Skills

The National Youth Corps has opened a new modern shooting range at its Weeraketiya Training Center, aiming to improve the sports skills of youth and schoolchildren in Sri Lanka’s Southern Province.

Customs seize Rs. 30 million worth of cigarettes at BIA

Customs officers at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) have seized a large consignment of foreign-made cigarettes valued at around Rs. 30 million, officials said.

Kuwait says main port damaged in drone attack

Kuwait’s main commercial port was damaged in a drone attack on Friday, authorities said, as Iran pressed its campaign in the Gulf in retaliation for US-Israeli strikes.