Bangladesh orders all universities closed to save electricity

Bangladesh will close all universities from Monday, bringing forward the Eid al-Fitr holidays as part of emergency measures to conserve ​electricity and fuel amid a worsening energy crisis linked to ‌the conflict in the Middle East.

South Korea to impose fuel price cap to shield economy from energy shock

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said on Monday that authorities would cap ‌domestic fuel prices for the first time in nearly 30 years to contain a spike in prices after the conflict in the Middle East sent global crude prices sharply higher.

Cyclone Ditwah shows growing climate-driven disaster risks for Sri Lanka: Report

Sri Lanka’s recent experience with Cyclone Ditwah highlights how extreme weather events linked to climate change are increasingly shaping the country’s disaster risks, according to a new report by Greenpeace South Asia.

Hot weather may trigger skin problems, dehydration in children

Health officials have warned that the prevailing hot weather conditions in the country could lead to an increase in skin problems and dehydration among children.

IMF’s Georgieva warns Middle East conflict could push global inflation higher

IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva ​on Monday warned ‌of inflation risks from the Middle East conflict, ​saying a 10% ​increase in oil prices, ⁠if persistent through ​most of the year, ​would result in a 40-basis-point increase in global inflation.

G7 finance ministers to discuss joint oil reserve release - report

G7 finance ministers will hold an emergency meeting on Monday to discuss a possible joint release of petroleum from reserves coordinated by the International Energy Agency, as oil prices surge following the conflict in the Gulf, according to the Financial Times.

PM Harini leaves for Philippines

Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya left for Manila, Philippines, at midnight yesterday (08) on an official visit at the invitation of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to participate in events marking International Women’s Day.

Middle East attacks: Four injured Sri Lankans discharged

The four Sri Lankans who were injured in recent attacks in the Middle East have been discharged from the hospital and are recovering, said Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Arun Hemachandra.

U.S. Pacific Command recognizes Sri Lanka acted according to international law

The US Indo-Pacific Command has recognized that Sri Lanka provided life-saving support to survivors of the Iranian warship IRIS Dena in accordance with the Law of Armed Conflict or the International Humanitarian Law.

Security of Sri Lankans in the northern region of Israel ensured: Ambassador

Steps have been taken to ensure the safety of Sri Lankans residing in Northern Israel, Sri Lankan Ambassador in Israel said yesterday.

Oil barrels and debris washed ashore on Sri Lanka’s southern coast after IRIS Dena attack

Several oil barrels and suspicious debris have washed ashore along Sri Lanka’s southern coastline a few days after the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena was torpedoed and sunk by the United States Navy submarine in seas off the coast of Galle.

Sri Lanka braces for food, energy supply shocks amid widening Middle East conflict

Amid the widening conflict in the Middle East, the Sri Lankan government is bracing for possible disruptions to energy and essential food supplies and potential price spikes in the months ahead, though there is no immediate major threat.

Love for motherland must reflect respect for mothers: Namal

Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser and MP Namal Rajapaksa said a society that fails to respect mothers and women cannot build genuine love and respect for the motherland.

Higher standard of English now required to settle in the UK

Migrants will need to speak English to a higher standard if they wish to stay permanently in the UK, under landmark reforms introduced tomorrow.

104 killed in US attack on Iranian warship off Sri Lanka, Iran’s army says

Iran’s army said Sunday that 104 crew members of the Iranian warship IRIS Dena were killed and 32 others injured in a US attack last week, Anadolu reports.

Govt. assures national security amid global tensions

Public Security Minister Ananda Wijepala said Sri Lanka is maintaining a neutral and non-aligned policy in line with international conventions amid rising tensions between Iran, the United States and Israel, while assuring that national security remains a top priority.

Oil soars past $100 a barrel as US-Israel war on Iran rages

Oil prices have surged past $100 a barrel amid the fallout of the United States and Israel’s war on Iran.

Iran names Mojtaba Khamenei as new supreme leader

Iran has named Mojtaba Khamenei as its new supreme leader, just over a week after the assassination of his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, in joint United States-Israeli strikes that have plunged the entire region into a sprawling war.

Possible fuel shortage looms if urgent steps not taken, Union warns

Concerns are mounting in Sri Lanka over a potential fuel shortage after April, despite government assurances of adequate reserves. Ananda Palitha, Convener of the Samagi Joint Trade Union Alliance, said that recent remarks by Trade Minister Wasantha Samarasinghe regarding fuel sufficiency have instead fueled public anxiety.

CEB no more: Major power sector restructuring begins

In a historic shake-up of Sri Lanka’s power sector, the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has been officially dissolved and replaced with six separate state-owned companies from midnight yesterday, marking the beginning of a major restructuring of the country’s electricity industry.

Sri Lanka better equipped than before to absorb oil shocks: CB Governor

Sri Lanka is better equipped than during its 2022 financial crisis to absorb shocks from rising oil prices, Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe said, citing a strong US$ 7 billion foreign reserve buffer and low inflation as critical safeguards.

Private sector credit grows 26.3% in January despite seasonal slowdown

​Credit to the private sector by licensed commercial banks continued unabated through January 2026 at a faster pace from a year earlier, although the amount of loans granted fell sharply from the levels seen in December 2025 due to seasonal effects.

Early March tourist arrivals dip 25% as Middle East conflict disrupts vital transit hubs

​Sri Lanka’s tourism sector is navigating a complex landscape in early March 2026, grappling with a slowdown in arrivals following two consecutive record-breaking months.

Shippers’ Council warns of supply chain hits from Middle Eastern shipping disruptions

The Sri Lanka Shippers’ Council has raised concerns over the mounting disruptions to global shipping and supply chains driven by the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

February worker remittances robust at US$ 729mn

​Sri Lankan remittances remained robust in February 2026, totalling US$ 729.0 million, up from US$ 548.1 million a year earlier, though slightly below January’s US$ 751.1 million.

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026: Complete Statistical Overview

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ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026: Results, Scores & Match-by-Match Summary

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India rout New Zealand to Clinch record third T20 World Cup

India thrashed New Zealand by 96 runs to become the first team to defend their T20 World Cup title and win a record third crown in Ahmedabad on Sunday.

ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026: The Final Chapter – From Super 8s to Champions

The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 has come to an exciting conclusion after weeks of competitive cricket. The tournament began with the group stage, progressed through the Super 8s, and featured thrilling knockout matches that determined the finalists. In the end, India were crowned champions, defeating New Zealand in the final to lift the T20 World Cup trophy.

Small oil patches reported off Hikkaduwa

Small oil patches that were reported on seas off Hikkaduwa and Dodanduwa have been inspected by the Marine Environment Protection Authority (MEPA), its Chairman Samantha Gunasekara said.