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Heavy showers above 100mm expected today
Heavy showers above 100mm expected today
The Intertropical Convergence Zone, where winds from the Northern Hemisphere and Southern Hemisphere converge, is affecting the island’s weather, the Department of Meteorology says. MORE..
Ready to revise Sri Lanka bailout after US tariffs: IMF
Ready to revise Sri Lanka bailout after US tariffs: IMF
The International Monetary Fund on Tuesday offered to revise the terms of a $2.9 billion bailout loan to cash-strapped Sri Lanka, should the United States reinstate punitive tariffs on exports. MORE..
Govt. holds special discussion on pensioners’ salary disparities
Govt. holds special discussion on pensioners’ salary disparities
A special discussion was held today (April 29) between the National Organisation for the Protection of Retirees’ Rights and the Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Economic Development Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando, along with Deputy Minister of Labor Mahinda Jayasinghe. MORE..
Sri Lanka should restore cost-recovery electricity pricing as soon as possible: IMF
Sri Lanka should restore cost-recovery electricity pricing as soon as possible: IMF
International Monetary Fund (IMF) Sri Lanka Mission Chief Evan Papageorgiou says Sri Lanka should restore cost-recovery electricity pricing as soon as possible to minimise fiscal risk and is essential to complete the fourth review of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program. MORE..
TISL welcomes drop in election violations, urges President to uphold democratic values
TISL welcomes drop in election violations, urges President to uphold democratic values
Transparency International Sri Lanka (TISL) says it observes a notable reduction in violations of election laws during the current local government election period, as indicated by reports and press releases issued by the Election Commission. MORE..
One of the world’s largest container ships arrives at Colombo Port
One of the world’s largest container ships arrives at Colombo Port
One of the world’s largest container ships, MSC MARIELLA, has arrived at the East Container Terminal of the Colombo Harbour for operational activities, marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s maritime history. MORE..
Batalanda Commission Report handed over to AG
Batalanda Commission Report handed over to AG
The report of the Commission of Inquiry into the alleged establishment and operation of illegal detention centres and torture chambers in the ‘Batalanda’ Housing Scheme has been handed over to the Attorney General. MORE...
PM Harini should’ve met US Vice President Vance to discuss tariffs – Ranil
PM Harini should’ve met US Vice President Vance to discuss tariffs – Ranil
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya should have sought a meeting with the Vice President of the United States, J.D. Vance, who was in India recently to discuss the reciprocal tariffs announced by President Donald Trump, former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has asserted. MORE..
LPL franchises ‘Colombo Strikers’ and ‘Jaffna Kings’ terminated
LPL franchises ‘Colombo Strikers’ and ‘Jaffna Kings’ terminated
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has announced that it has terminated the Lanka Premier League (LPL) franchise partnerships of the Colombo Strikers and Jaffna Kings. MORE..
Colombo is beautiful with its religious and cultural diversity - PM Harini
Colombo is beautiful with its religious and cultural diversity - PM Harini
Colombo is beautiful with its religious and cultural diversity, and therefore, the residents should unite and transform the area into the most beautiful city, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has stated. MORE..
Former SLTB Vice Chairman granted bail
Former SLTB Vice Chairman granted bail
The former Vice Chairman of the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB), L.A. Wimalaratne, who was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), has been released on bail. MORE..
22 people killed, 3 injured in restaurant fire in China
22 people killed, 3 injured in restaurant fire in China
Chinese authorities say 22 people have been killed and 3 injured in a fire at restaurant in the northern city of Liaoning. MORE..
Weather advisory issued for severe lightning
Weather advisory issued for severe lightning
Thundershowers accompanied by severe lightning are likely to occur in several areas in the Eastern, Uva, Central, North-Central, Northern, and Sabaragamuwa provinces, as well as in the Kurunegala District, the Department of Meteorology warns. MORE..
Committee probing Deshabandu Tennakoon meets for third time
Committee probing Deshabandu Tennakoon meets for third time
The Committee of Inquiry appointed to inquire and report its findings on Inspector General of Police (IGP) T. M. W. Deshabandhu Tennakoon in respect of acts of gross abuse of power, has met for the third time at the Parliamentary premises. MORE..
Govt to award new appointments in supplementary medicine service before end of May
Govt to award new appointments in supplementary medicine service before end of May
Steps have been taken to release the results of the examination held to fill positions of Medical Laboratory Technologists and Physiotherapists under the Supplementary Medicine Services within two weeks, Minister of Health Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa confirmed. MORE..
Father of two sentenced to life in prison for heroin possession
Father of two sentenced to life in prison for heroin possession
A 37-year-old father of two was sentenced to life imprisonment by the Colombo High Court today (29) after being found guilty for the possession and trafficking of 6.95 grams of heroin. MORE..
Which finger gets marked when voting at this election?
Which finger gets marked when voting at this election?
Voters will have their little finger of the left hand marked with an appropriate sign to prevent double voting and ensure transparency during the upcoming Local Government (LG) election, the National Election Commission has stated. MORE..
Former SLTB Vice Chairman arrested by CID
Former SLTB Vice Chairman arrested by CID
Former Vice Chairman of the Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) L.A. Wimalaratne has been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). MORE..
State Vesak Festival to be held in Nuwara Eliya
State Vesak Festival to be held in Nuwara Eliya
This year’s State Vesak Festival is scheduled to be held in Nuwara Eliya, as decided by the government. MORE..
Canada Election: PM Carney’s ruling Liberals win minority government
Canada Election: PM Carney’s ruling Liberals win minority government
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberals retained power in the country’s election on Monday (Apr 28), but fell short of the majority government he had wanted to help him negotiate tariffs with US President Donald Trump. MORE..
CBSL presents Financial Statements and Operations Report 2024 to President
CBSL presents Financial Statements and Operations Report 2024 to President
The Financial Statements and Operations Report 2024 of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka has been officially handed over to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat today. MORE..
Cabinet nod to conduct Economic Census under two phases
Cabinet nod to conduct Economic Census under two phases
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to conduct an Economic Census in two stages. MORE..
Sri Lanka moves to introduce new legal framework for SOE management
Sri Lanka moves to introduce new legal framework for SOE management
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted its policy approval for the State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) Management Draft Bill prepared in order to introduce a new legal framework for the proper management and maintenance of State-Owned Enterprises. MORE..
President to leave for Vietnam on state visit on May 3
President to leave for Vietnam on state visit on May 3
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake is scheduled to leave for Vietnam on a state visit on 3 May, Cabinet Spokesman Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said. MORE..
India shuts over half of Kashmir tourist spots in security review
India shuts over half of Kashmir tourist spots in security review
More than half of the tourist destinations in India’s insurgency-torn Kashmir region have been closed to the public from Tuesday, according to a government order reviewed by Reuters, in a bid to tighten security after last week’s attack on holiday-makers. MORE..
