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US military decimates Iran Revolutionary Guard's headquarters in Tehran
The United States military on Monday announced that it had completely destroyed the headquarters of Iran’s elite Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) in Tehran, describing the strike as having “cut off the head of the snake.”
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March 03, 2026
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All-round Chamari Athapaththu helps Sri Lanka to 1-0 lead over West Indies
Skipper Chamari Athapaththu's all-round show ensured Sri Lanka took a 1-0 lead over the West Indies with a four-wicket win in the second T20I in Grenada.
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March 03, 2026
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Indian Shia Muslims mourn Ayatollah Khamenei's killing, stage protests against US and Israel across several cities
Indian Shia Muslims staged protests, mourning gatherings and marches across several cities on Sunday following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on Saturday in a joint US-Israeli strike, triggering strong reactions within the community and heightened security around diplomatic missions.
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March 03, 2026
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Middle East escalation sends oil soaring; Sri Lanka faces price shock despite assurances on supply
Global oil prices surged sharply yesterday following coordinated US and Israel-backed strikes on Iran, and Tehran's retaliatory attacks targeting US interests in the region, alongside escalating hostilities involving Hezbollah in Lebanon.
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March 03, 2026
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Janashakthi Life cruising ahead, recording Rs 3.42 Bn Net Profit, with 67% growth in New Business in 2025
Janashakthi Life, a leading name in the insurance industry and a flagship brand of JXG (Janashakthi Group), announced strong financial performance for the year ended December 2025, with 67% growth in New Business, and 31% growth in total Gross written premiums recording Rs 8.65billion, endorsing credentials of a fast-growing insurer in the local insurance industry.
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March 03, 2026
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GMOA decides to intensify its trade union struggle
The Government Medical Officers' Association (GMOA) has called for the immediate establishment of a dedicated service category, titled the \"Sri Lanka Medical Service,\" to resolve the longstanding crisis within the country's health sector.
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March 03, 2026
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How 'distant wars can quickly arrive at the domestic pump'
The harsh economic realities behind soothing words
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March 03, 2026
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Babies born with a sense of rhythm?
Step into any nursery and you might notice a tiny head bobbing or a soft kick to the soundtrack of a lullaby.
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March 03, 2026
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Talento oozing with talent
This week, too, the spotlight is on an outfit that has gained popularity, mainly through social media.
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March 03, 2026
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The trademark Sanju Samson stillness is back and so are the runs
Stillness. It's always been a defining feature of Sanju Samson's batting. Perhaps even the defining feature.
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March 03, 2026
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Iran won't negotiate with US
Secretary of Iran's Supreme National Security Council Ali Larijani denied Monday's claims that Tehran had sought to restart negotiations with Washington, declaring that Iran will not engage in talks with the US.
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March 03, 2026
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Sri Lanka Cricket needs a bitter pill
A systemic diagnosis of a fading legacy
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March 03, 2026
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SLT Group reports strong FY 2025 performance driven by cost savings and efficiency
The SLT Group reported substantial cost savings for the full year ended 31 December 2025, fuelling significant profit growth and demonstrating consistent execution throughout all key metrics.
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March 03, 2026
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Austin mass shooting may have been motivated by Iran strikes, officials say
In the early hours of Sunday morning, as a bar in a busy nightlife district of Austin, Texas, prepared to close for the night, patrons and staff were startled by the sound of gunshots, CNN reported yesterday.
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March 03, 2026
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SLMC condoles the passing of Khamenei, urges restraint and condemn GoSL stance
In a statement issued yesterday (02), Leader of the Sri Lanka Muslim Congress, Rauff Hakeem, expressed deep concern over the most ferocious unprovoked, unilateral US-Israel strike on Iran, which resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and several high-ranking state defence officials.
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March 03, 2026
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Socialist Alliance expresses concern over GoSL's growing military ties with US
The Socialist Alliance, comprising the Lanka Sama Samaja Party, the Communist Party of Sri Lanka, the Democratic Left Front and the Sri Lanka Mahajana Party, in a statement issued yesterday (02) strongly and unequivocally condemned the US and Israel for killing the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and the latest acts of military aggression carried out by those two countries against Teheran.
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March 03, 2026
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Modi urges Netanyahu to ensure 'early cessation of hostilities'
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has asked for an \"early cessation of hostilities\" in a call with Benjamin Netanyahu, as the violence in the Middle East continues to escalate.
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March 03, 2026
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President Anura Kumara Dissanayake attends almsgiving for Ditwah disaster victims in Nelummala
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, along with several government Ministers, participated in a grand almsgiving ceremony (Maha Sanghika Dana) held on 27 February to invoke merit on the residents of Nelummala village who lost their lives in disasters triggered by Cyclone Ditwah.
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March 03, 2026
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US-Israeli attacks on Iran lack legitimacy - France
France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot has said Israeli and US \"unilateral\" attacks in Iran should have been debated in the collective bodies set up for this exact purpose, such as the United Nations, news agencies reported.
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March 03, 2026
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FSP proposes self-governing regions, bicameral legislature to address national issue
Frontline Socialist Party (FSP) Propaganda Secretary Duminda Nagamuwa has said that establishment of self-governing regions, bicameral legislature consisting of two Houses and recognition of upcountry Tamils as Sri Lankans would be necessary to solve the national issue. Nagamuwa declared that the FSP was ready to spearhead the fight to achieve those objectives.
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March 03, 2026
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Oil prices rise sharply
Oil prices have risen sharply, and stocks have slid as United States and Israeli attacks on Iran and retaliatory strikes against Israeli and US military installations in the Middle East have disrupted the global energy supply chain, Al Jazeera reports.
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March 03, 2026
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Next Iranian leader, too, should be killed if hostile to US - Senator
The US should assassinate those who come to power in Iran if they remain hostile toward American interests, according to veteran war hawk Senator Lindsey Graham, RT has reported.
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March 03, 2026
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Unable to forget the dead
The present government was elected on a commitment to prioritise truth, justice, and accountability to which it is being held by the Catholic Church in particular.
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March 03, 2026
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Several US warplanes crash in Kuwait: Probe launched
Several US fighter jets have crashed over Kuwait, the nation's military has confirmed, as video spread online showing the fiery aftermath of the plane falling to earth.
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March 03, 2026
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Special milestone for JJ Twins
The JJ Twins, the Sri Lankan musical duo, performing in the Maldives, and known for blending R&B, Hip Hop, and Sri Lankan rhythms, thereby creating a unique sound, have come out with a brand-new single 'Me Mawathe.'
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March 03, 2026
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Sri Lanka beat India 3-0 at Wheelchair tennis
Sri Lanka beat India 3-0 at the BNP Paribas World Team Cup Asian qualifyig Wheelchair Tennis tournament commenced at the Sri Lanka Tennis Association clay courts .
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March 03, 2026
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‘Ugly’ or 'beautiful'? Set-pieces prove decisive for Arsenal again
Another day, another set-piece masterclass from Arsenal.
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March 03, 2026
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Bruno Mars unveils tracklist of fourth LP
Bruno Mars has unveiled the tracklist for his fourth LP, \"The Romantic.'
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March 03, 2026
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The US and Israel struck Iran despite headway in negotiations. What is the endgame here?
As it is with most asymmetric conflicts, Tran wins if it doesn’t lose, and the US loses if it doesn’t win.
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March 03, 2026
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Sri Lanka after IEEPA: Navigating tariffs in a volatile US trade environment
The recent US Supreme Court ruling will reduce Sri Lanka's overall tariff from about 31% to 21.6%, with apparel seeing nearly a 10point cut.
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