Dr. Hiniduma Sunil Senevi, Sri Lanka’s Minister of Buddhasasana, Religious, and Cultural Affairs, announced a final agreement to publish a unified Avurudu Nekath Seettuwa—the auspicious times for this year’s Sinhala and Tamil New Year. The single schedule has been approved by all parties. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=119802
Dubai International Airport began gradually resuming flights after a drone attack caused a fire and temporary suspension, highlighting safety risks in one of the world’s busiest hubs. Authorities reported gradual restoration of services on Monday, as traffic disruption continued. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=119801
Brent crude hovers around $105 a barrel as Iran expands attacks on Gulf targets, with the war in its third week, while equity markets are mixed. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=119798
The Bribery Commission filed indictments in Colombo High Court against former MP Sajin Vass Gunawardena on corruption allegations, announced March 16, 2026. The move brings formal charges against the ex-MP. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=119797
Udaya Gammanpila, leader of the Pivithuru Hela Urumaya (PHU), says his party will reveal the mastermind behind the Easter attacks on March 31, 2026. He stated the disclosure is ready for the country. AdaDerana RSS, March 16, 2026. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=119796
Mohamed Uvais, former CPC chairman, urged the government to reduce fuel taxes to help stabilize prices as much as possible, arguing tax relief could ease price volatility. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=119795
A hospital fire in Odisha, India, killed at least 10 patients in the trauma care unit on Monday, according to officials; authorities are investigating the incident. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=119794
Two suspects were arrested in Kotadeniyawa and Ahungalla for possessing narcotics, including heroin and Crystal Methamphetamine (Ice). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=119793
President Donald Trump said he has asked about seven countries to join a coalition to police the Strait of Hormuz by sending warships to keep it open. So far, there are no commitments, as oil prices rise amid the Iran-related conflict. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=119792
French President Emmanuel Macron pressed Iran to halt attacks across the Middle East and called for restoring freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz during a phone conversation with Iranian President Massoud Pezeshkian. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=119790