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NPP MP Muhammad Faizal's vehicle involved in crash

Sri Lanka, March 30 -- A vehicle driven by National People's Power (NPP) Puttalam District Member of Parliament (MP), Muhammad Faizal, has been involved in an accident at the Bandarawatta bend in Chil... Read More


Probe launched over alleged birthday celebration for suspect in custody

Sri Lanka, March 30 -- A controversy has emerged after reports that a birthday celebration was arranged for Ishara Sewwandi, who is currently in custody of the Colombo Crime Division (CCD) over allega... Read More


CAA raids large-scale fake Ayurvedic drug racket in Mawanella

Sri Lanka, March 30 -- A racket involving the sale of counterfeit medicines using the name of the Sri Lanka Ayurvedic Drugs Corporation has been raided by the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA). The ra... Read More


Ships from Pakistan, China and India cross Strait of Hormuz

Sri Lanka, March 30 -- More ships are passing through the Strait of Hormuz, according to shipping data, but still far fewer than before the Middle East conflict erupted, global energy analysts say. P... Read More


Discussion held to review progress of "Prajashakthi" national programme

Sri Lanka, March 30 -- A discussion to review the progress of the "Prajashakthi" national programme, implemented by the government with the aim of empowering communities and ensuring the equitable dis... Read More


Diesel prices in UK reach highest level in 40 months

Sri Lanka, March 30 -- Diesel prices in the United Kingdom have reached their highest level since December 2022, while petrol has also hit a 28-month high. Average petrol prices are now 152 pence a l... Read More


Applications called for 2026 Grade 5 Scholarship Exam

Sri Lanka, March 30 -- The Department of Examinations has issued a notice calling for applications for the Grade 5 Scholarship examination scheduled to be held on August 9, 2026. Applications will be... Read More


New energy-saving guidelines announced for government, private sector

Sri Lanka, March 30 -- A set of guidelines have been issued to curb fuel and electricity consumption across Sri Lanka amidst the global energy crisis owing to the conflict in the Middle East. Guideli... Read More


Notorious gang member 'Midigama Chuti' brought back to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, March 30 -- Prabhath Madusanka, also known as 'Midigama Chuti,' a member of an organized criminal gang who was taken into custody in Oman, has been brought back to the country this morning ... Read More


Warm weather conditions expected to continue over the island

Sri Lanka, March 30 -- Warm weather conditions prevailing over the island are expected to continue, today (30) the Department of Meteorology said. Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places ... Read More