Ready to Invest : Sri Lanka showcases 30 Investment Projects
2026-05-27
The Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI) has launched a new digital investment platform aimed at attracting foreign investorsContinue Reading
Sangeeth Wijesuriya says IMF rules blocked proposed US$ 23 million donation
2026-05-26
Artist Sangeeth Wijesuriya says he was informed by a Government Minister that International Monetary Fund (IMF) regulations would not permitContinue Reading
Convicted Melbourne Monk seeks Leniency Over Severe Illness
2026-05-26
Six women have delivered harrowing victim impact statements in court, confronting a senior Buddhist monk who systematically abused themContinue Reading
IPS study highlights impact of sugar tax and labelling on Sri Lankan consumers
2026-05-26
Sri Lanka’s current sugar tax and traffic light labelling system are helping reduce the demand for sugary drinks, but policyContinue Reading
Retired Indian cricketer Vijay Shankar signs with Kandy Royals
2026-05-26
Former India all-rounder Vijay Shankar has joined Kandy Royals ahead of the upcoming 2026 Lanka Premier League season. The signingContinue Reading
Customs using Rs. 351.17 per dollar despite lower market rate: Free Lawyers
2026-05-26
The Free Lawyers organization has raised concerns over the exchange rate being used by the Sri Lanka Customs Department, claimingContinue Reading
Sri Lanka Central Bank raises key interest rates
2026-05-26
Sri Lanka’s Central Bank has increased the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) by 100 basis points to 8.75%, citing rising inflationaryContinue Reading
6 million plastic motor insurance cards to disappear under new digital move
2026-05-26
Sri Lanka has officially moved to a fully digital motor insurance card system, replacing traditional plastic cards issued by insuranceContinue Reading
Weather today: Increase in rainfall over southwestern parts
2026-05-26
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 26 MAY 2026 Issued at 05.30 a.m. on 26 May 2026. Southwest Monsoon is gradually establishing acrossContinue Reading
US launches fresh strikes on Iran on brink of peace deal
2026-05-26
United States forces launched a series of “defensive strikes” in Iran on Monday on the brink of a peace dealContinue Reading
Illegal cattle transport halted : Suspect arrested
2026-05-26
A 40-year-old man has been arrested in the Moonamale area of Kilinochchi for allegedly transporting 22 cattle illegally in aContinue Reading
Sri Lanka Test/ODI/T20I squads announced
2026-05-25
Sri Lanka to open new High Commission in Wellington during FM Vijitha’s visit
2026-05-25
Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath has commenced an official visit to New Zealand and Australia from May 26 to June 3,Continue Reading
Sri Lanka exports reach US$ 5.7 bn in first 4 months despite declining apparel, tea exports
2026-05-25
Sri Lanka’s total exports surpassed US$ 5.7 billion during the first four months of 2026, recording steady growth despite challengingContinue Reading
“If given today, we’ll do it today”: Dilith says ready to lead country
2026-05-25
MP Dilith Jayaweera says he is prepared to take over the country “even today” if the opportunity arises, claiming thatContinue Reading
UK backlash after boys convicted of teen rape avoid jail time
2026-05-25
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has described as “appalling” a case in which three teenage boys convicted of rapingContinue Reading
Police issue clarification on temporary vehicle number plates
2026-05-25
Legal action is being taken only against vehicles displaying distorted or non-compliant temporary number plates amid the ongoing shortage ofContinue Reading
Sri Lanka to offer free tourist ETA for 40 countries from May 25
2026-05-25
Sri Lanka will grant free tourist visas for nationals of 40 countries from 25 May 2026, according to a circularContinue Reading