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Sri Lanka’s 5% economic growth forecast uncertain amid global instability: CBSL Chief
Sri Lanka’s 5% economic growth forecast uncertain amid global instability: CBSL Chief
Although Sri Lanka had initially expected an economic growth rate of around 5% for 2026, recent changes in global economic conditions after March have made it difficult to provide an accurate forecast, the Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe has said. MORE..
Economist calls for policy to allow vehicle imports based on necessity
Economist calls for policy to allow vehicle imports based on necessity
Future policies on vehicle imports should be formulated in a way that allows imports only based on necessity, according to Professor in Economics at the Department of Economics, Priyanga Dunusinghe of the University of Colombo. MORE..
Iran officially announces new body to manage Strait of Hormuz: Top security council
Iran officially announces new body to manage Strait of Hormuz: Top security council
Iran’s top security body announced on Monday (May 18) the formation of a new body to manage the Strait of Hormuz, which Tehran has effectively closed and wants to charge ships to traverse. MORE..
5,289 Tri-Service personnel promoted in view of National War Heroes’ Day
5,289 Tri-Service personnel promoted in view of National War Heroes’ Day
A total of 5,289 Tri-Service personnel have been promoted to their respective next ranks in view of the 17th National War Heroes’ Commemoration Day, which falls tomorrow (19). MORE..
US Dollar selling rate surpasses Rs. 334
US Dollar selling rate surpasses Rs. 334
The selling rate of the US dollar has exceeded Rs. 334, according to the latest daily exchange rates issued by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka today (18). MORE..
Modi allies push for bigger families despite India’s 1.4-billion population
Modi allies push for bigger families despite India’s 1.4-billion population
India may be the world’s most populous country, with 1.42 billion people and challenges like high youth unemployment, but powerful allies of Prime Minister Narendra Modi are championing larger families to counter a declining fertility rate. MORE..
Court temporarily lifts foreign travel ban on MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake
Court temporarily lifts foreign travel ban on MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake
The Colombo High Court has ordered the temporary lifting of the overseas travel ban imposed on Parliamentarian Chamara Sampath Dassanayake, who is facing corruption-related charges. MORE..
Govt. to provide compensation for weather-damaged crops through Agrarian Insurance Board
Govt. to provide compensation for weather-damaged crops through Agrarian Insurance Board
Compensation for crop damage caused by the recent adverse weather conditions will be provided through the Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board, the Deputy Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Namal Karunaratne has stated. MORE..
Supreme Court to hear Sugar Tax loss petition on June 27
Supreme Court to hear Sugar Tax loss petition on June 27
The Supreme Court has ordered that a fundamental rights petition seeking the recovery of Rs. 15.9 billion in losses allegedly incurred by the government due to the reduction of taxes on imported sugar during the administration of former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa be taken up on June 27. MORE..
Three-wheeler buried in Maspanna landslide recovered after 171 days
Three-wheeler buried in Maspanna landslide recovered after 171 days
A three-wheeler buried under a landslide near the Maspanna town in Uva Paranagama during Cyclone Ditwah has been recovered after 171 days. MORE..
PM Harini departs for UK on official visit
PM Harini departs for UK on official visit
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya left for the United Kingdom this afternoon (18). MORE..
Two Sri Lankan passengers arrested with over 14kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA
Two Sri Lankan passengers arrested with over 14kg of ‘Kush’ at BIA
Two Sri Lankan passengers have been arrested at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) with a consignment of ‘‘Kush’’ narcotics valued at over Rs. 140 million. MORE..
Adverse weather damages 200 houses, affects over 5,200 people across the country
Adverse weather damages 200 houses, affects over 5,200 people across the country
The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) says that 200 houses have been partially damaged so far due to the prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..
Uni students agree to vacate Malwana residence after talks with PM
Uni students agree to vacate Malwana residence after talks with PM
Following successful discussions with the Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya today (18), a group of university students has agreed to vacate the disputed Malwana residence they had occupied since May 01, according to Ada Derana reporter. MORE..
Suspect sustains gunshot injury after scuffle with police during arrest in Ampara
Suspect sustains gunshot injury after scuffle with police during arrest in Ampara
A shooting incident has been reported in the Ampara Police Division during a police operation to arrest an individual involved in an illicit liquor racket. MORE..
Fighter jet crews parachute safely after collision at US air show
Fighter jet crews parachute safely after collision at US air show
Four crew members are in stable condition after two fighter jets collided mid-air during a US air show, officials say. MORE..
Sri Lanka tourism earnings drop in April, CBSL reports
Sri Lanka tourism earnings drop in April, CBSL reports
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has stated that the total tourism earnings for April 2026 amounted to USD 157.1 million. MORE..
Trump warns ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran as peace progress stalls
Trump warns ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran as peace progress stalls
US President Donald Trump has warned Iran the "clock is ticking" as talks to bring the war to an end have stalled. MORE..
‘National Victory Day Commemoration Ceremony’ to be held tomorrow under the patronage of President
‘National Victory Day Commemoration Ceremony’ to be held tomorrow under the patronage of President
The ‘‘National Victory Day Commemoration Ceremony,’’ marking 17 years since the defeat of terrorism, is scheduled to be held tomorrow (19) as in previous years. MORE..
Nepali Sherpa scales Mount Everest for a record 32nd time
Nepali Sherpa scales Mount Everest for a record 32nd time
A renowned Nepali Sherpa guide scaled Mount Everest for the 32nd time on Sunday, an official said, smashing his own record set last year. MORE..
Chinese national arrested with stock of foreign cigarettes in Kollupitiya
Chinese national arrested with stock of foreign cigarettes in Kollupitiya
A foreign national has been arrested in Kollupitiya, near Nimalka Gardens, with 540 sticks of foreign cigarettes allegedly brought into Sri Lanka illegally. MORE..
Sri Lanka marks 17 years since the defeat of three-decade terrorism
Sri Lanka marks 17 years since the defeat of three-decade terrorism
Today (18) marks 17 years since the defeat of the brutal LTTE terrorism that plagued Sri Lanka for more than three decades. MORE..
Hantavirus-hit cruise ship due to arrive at Rotterdam port as final destination
Hantavirus-hit cruise ship due to arrive at Rotterdam port as final destination
The hantavirus-hit cruise ship MV Hondius was due to dock in Rotterdam on Monday morning for disinfection, with Dutch authorities preparing quarantine arrangements for the 25 crew members and two medical staff remaining on board. MORE..
Oil touches 2-week high after drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant
Oil touches 2-week high after drone attack on UAE nuclear power plant
Oil prices extended gains on Monday as efforts to end the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran appeared to have stalled, after a nuclear power plant in the United Arab Emirates came under attack and as U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to discuss military options on Iran. MORE..
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
Fairly heavy rainfall expected in parts of the island today
Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-western and Northern provinces and in Galle and Matara districts, today (18), the Department of Meteorology said. MORE..