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Sri Lanka has raised electricity tariffs as energy costs continue to bite, affecting households and businesses across the country. The government has also issued strict energy conservation guidelines to manage the rising demand and limited supply. This move comes amid global energy price volatility and domestic economic challenges. In this video, we break down how the new power tariffs will impact consumers, the government’s rationale behind stricter energy regulations, and what this means for Sri Lanka’s ongoing efforts to stabilize its economy.

Israel's parliament passed a law on Monday making death by hanging a default sentence for Palestinians convicted in military courts of deadly attacks, fulfilling a pledge by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right allies. The law would only apply ​to Israelis convicted of murder whose attacks aimed at "ending Israel's existence", meaning it would mete out the death penalty for Palestinians but not for Jewish Israelis who committed similar crimes, critics ‌say.

NASA's upcoming Artemis 2 mission faces urgent safety concerns over its Orion capsule heat shield. Experts warn the 2022 unmanned test flaws could expose the four-person crew to extreme temperatures.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine, Joint Chiefs Chairman, declared at a news conference on Tuesday "the upcoming days will be decisive" in the war with Iran. "Iran knows that, and there's almost nothing they can militarily do about it," Hegseth claimed.

Mohammed Shami shuts down retirement talk with a defiant message to his critics. Despite being "repeatedly snubbed" by national selectors, the veteran pacer insists he is neither bored nor lazy. Read about his domestic dominance and his plans to force a comeback through IPL 2026.

The B‑52’s avionics, targeting systems, and weapons bays have been continuously modernised, allowing it to remain compatible with new munitions.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine, Joint Chiefs Chairman, declared at a news conference on Tuesday "the upcoming days will be decisive" in the war with Iran. "Iran knows that, and there's almost nothing they can militarily do about it," Hegseth claimed.

UAE announces fuel price hike for April 2026. Check new petrol and diesel rates

The United States and Israel have launched fresh waves of strikes on Iranian targets as the conflict intensifies. Recent operations have targeted Iran’s naval assets, military infrastructure and air capabilities. Reports indicate multiple Iranian naval vessels have been destroyed in coordinated operations, with US and Israeli forces also striking key military sites linked to Iran’s defence network. The escalation follows weeks of sustained attacks since February 28, when both countries launched a major offensive against Iran’s military, nuclear and strategic infrastructure. The conflict continues to widen, with repeated missile exchanges and growing regional fallout.

Indian Army leads swift HADR operation, rescues 34 trapped in Watergam flooding

China and Pakistan proposed a five-point peace framework for the Gulf, emphasising an immediate ceasefire, diplomatic dialogue, civilian protection, maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz, and adherence to UN law.

Jan Vishwas Amendment Bill decriminalises 717 minor offences, including littering, public defecation, pet and cattle violations, replacing arrests with fines.

Gen. Caine added that US forces have carried out more than 11,000 strikes against targets in Iran, demonstrating the scale of the operation.

The acquisition is expected to significantly boost McCormick’s annual revenue and broaden its presence in spreads and condiments. The company already owns brands such as Frank’s RedHot, Cholula, and French’s mustard.

Israel's parliament passed a law on Monday making death by hanging a default sentence for Palestinians convicted in military courts of deadly attacks, fulfilling a pledge by Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right allies. The law would only apply ​to Israelis convicted of murder whose attacks aimed at "ending Israel's existence", meaning it would mete out the death penalty for Palestinians but not for Jewish Israelis who committed similar crimes, critics ‌say.

Poland on Tuesday rejected a US request to redeploy a Patriot air defense battery and transfer advanced interceptors to the Middle East, Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz said. Kosiniak-Kamysz explained that the systems “serve to protect Polish skies and NATO’s eastern flank” and would not be moved.

With a mix of dominant performances and hard-fought contests, the Indian contingent continues its campaign in the early stages of the tournament.

President Trump’s threat to seize Iranian oil amid a Strait of Hormuz blockade faces severe military hurdles, risking global price hikes and echoing the 1953 coup’s contentious geopolitical legacy.

With so many senior figures gone, the question remains: Who is now steering Iran? The country’s layered power structure and its mechanisms for maintaining control under crisis offer insight into how the Islamic Republic continues to function.