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The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has commenced an investigation into coal imports since 2009, following a complaint lodged by theContinue Reading The post CID launches probe into coal imports since 2009; Lanka Coal confirms…

The United States says it is still awaiting a clear commitment from Iran on the nuclear issue, as high-stakes talksContinue Reading The post US and Iran fail to reach agreement after historic peace talks in Pakistan – US appeared first on…

WEATHER FORECAST FOR 12 APRIL 2026 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 12 April 2026. Showers or thundershowers will occur atContinue Reading The post Fairly heavy 75 mm showers expected in several areas today appeared first on Newswire.

Sri Lanka fast bowler Matheesha Pathirana is expected to join the Indian Premier League (IPL) shortly after successfully completing hisContinue Reading The post Sri Lanka’s Matheesha Pathirana set for IPL arrival, KKR boost likely appeared…

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) says additional costs arising from the ongoing coal situation will not beContinue Reading The post Coal crisis costs will not be included in future power tariff revisions: PUCSL appeared…

Police have warned the public to be cautious about their social media activity when leaving home during the New YearContinue Reading The post Police issue warning on social media use during New Year holidays appeared first on Newswire.

Police have arrested a suspect over an incident involving damage to property at the Pettah Central Bus Stand, which wasContinue Reading The post Suspect arrested over damage to Pettah Central Bus Stand facilities appeared first on Newswire.

Sri Lanka’s number one biscuit brand, Munchee, sponsored train tickets for nearly 25,000 passengers travelling to their hometowns for AvuruduContinue Reading The post Munchee supports nearly 25,000 Avurudu travellers with free train…

Legendary singer Asha Bhosle, widely regarded as one of the greatest vocalists in modern Indian music, has died at theContinue Reading The post Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle dies at 92 appeared first on Newswire.

The Sri Lanka Navy apprehended 06 individuals for illegal night diving to harvest sea cucumbers during a search operation conductedContinue Reading The post Navy arrests six for illegal sea cucumber harvesting in Jaffna appeared first on…