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The war in the Middle East will lead to higher inflation and slower global growth, the head of the International Monetary Fund told Reuters on Monday, ahead of a forecast for the world economy planned by the global lender for next week.The war has triggered the worst-ever disruption in global energy supply, with millions of barrels of oil production shuttered due to Iran’s effective blockage of the Strait of Hormuz, crucial for shipping one-fifth of the world’s oil and gas. Even if the conflict is swiftly resolved, the IMF is set to reduce its forecast for economic growth and bump up…

The National Child Protection Authority (NCPA) reports that more than 10,000 complaints were recorded in 2025.The Director (Planning and Information) of the NCPA, Shanika Malalgoda stated that a total of 10,455 complaints were received during the year.She made these remarks while addressing a media briefing held today (06) at the Government Information Department to raise awareness on child protection.According to Malalgoda, out of the total complaints received, 2,099 were related to cruelty against children.She further revealed that by February 28 this year, 11,409 complaints related to corporal punishment had already been reported to the Authority.The Director also urged anyone who…

Former Head of the State Intelligence Service, Major General (Retired) Suresh Sallay, has filed a writ petition before the Court of Appeal, through his attorneys, challenging his arrest and detention by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) under the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA).The respondents named in the petition include Inspector General of Police Priyantha Weerasuriya, Director of the Criminal Investigation Department Shani Abeysekara, Secretary to the Ministry of Public Security Ravi Seneviratne, Reverend Father Rohan Silva, and the Attorney General, among others, said Ada Derana reporter.

The Director General of the Department of Meteorology of Sri Lanka, Athula Karunanayake, stated that Sri Lanka is expected to receive its usual rainfall by May or June.Elaborating further, Director General Karunanayake said, “During the Southwest Monsoon, rainfall is expected to decrease compared to current levels, potentially by more than 30%. However, May marks only the beginning of El Niño, and there is confidence that by May and June, normal rains will arrive.”Meanwhile, the Department of Meteorology has announced that the sun will be directly overhead Sri Lanka until April 15. Accordingly, at 12:13 p.m. today, the sun will be…

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has launched a special program to safeguard consumers in view of the upcoming festive season, Chairman Hemantha Samarakoon announced.According to the Chairman, more than 1,000 raids have been carried out since March 20, with legal action taken against offenders. He noted that over 170 traders have faced legal proceedings for offenses such as hoarding rice and selling it at inflated prices, with penalties imposed accordingly.Samarakoon further stated that nearly 5,000 raids have been conducted so far this year as part of ongoing efforts to regulate market practices and protect consumers.Addressing concerns over rising prices, he…

No-one will have been further from home than the Artemis astronauts.But as the Earth shrinks ever smaller in their rear-view mirror, they’ve had a constant connection with mission control in Houston, Texas. The calm words from the Nasa team have given the crew a comforting link with home.That link is about to be lost.As the astronauts pass behind the Moon at about 23:47 BST on Monday, the radio and laser signals that allow the back-and-forth communication between the spacecraft and Earth will be blocked by the Moon itself.For about 40 minutes, the four astronauts will be alone, each with their…

Iran and the United States have received a plan to end hostilities that could come into effect on Monday and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a source aware of the proposals said on Monday.A framework to end hostilities has been put together by Pakistan and exchanged with Iran and the U.S. overnight, the source said, outlining a two-tier approach with an immediate ceasefire followed by a comprehensive agreement.“All elements need to be agreed today,” the source said, adding the initial understanding would be structured as a memorandum of understanding finalised electronically through Pakistan, the sole communication channel in ⁠the talks.Axios…

A tender has been called to select a coal supplier for the 2026/2027 season of the Norochcholai Lakvijaya Power Plant.The Lanka Coal Company stated that the tender has been issued to purchase 2.28 million metric tons of coal for the period from September 2026 to April 2027.The invitation for bids to select a supplier for the 2026/2027 season of the Norochcholai Lakvijaya Coal Power Plant has now been published on the Lanka Coal Company’s website.It further states that the tender has been issued to procure 2.28 million metric tons of coal for the period from September 2026 to April 2027.Bids…

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that officials must provide the necessary impetus for society to embrace efficient practices.He made these remarks while inaugurating the “National QR Payment Promotion Programme,” marking a significant milestone in the country’s digital economy.Emphasizing that the nation must transition toward digital transactions to address certain complex social issues, the President noted that his objective is to transform the informal economy into a formal one.He further stated that the government aims to build a $15 billion digital economy through sector-wide digitalization. He observed that while society possesses a strong transactional culture, the government faces the challenge of…

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced that water supply to Pelanwatta and surrounding areas will be suspended from 8:00 p.m. today (6) until 8:00 a.m. tomorrow (7) as part of ongoing water management measures prompted by the prevailing dry weather.According to the NWSDB, water production has been restricted due to rapidly declining levels in the reservoirs feeding the Labugama and Kalatuwawa water treatment plants.In addition, a 12-hour water cut is scheduled today (6) for Homagama and surrounding areas (Zone 01).The Board further clarified that the water cut currently in effect for Padukka and surrounding areas is…