UNCTAD warns Strait of Hormuz tensions threaten energy markets, global supply chains
2026-03-11
The UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) has warned that escalating military tensions in the Strait of Hormuz are disrupting oneContinue Reading
Cabinet approves Rs. 2.19B Oracle system for Sri Lanka Customs
2026-03-11
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to procure the Oracle Exadata X11M system and related software licenses for SriContinue Reading
YouTube gives Political Figures and Journalists access to AI Deepfake detection tool
2026-03-11
In a significant move given the obvious global events, and with the midterm elections approaching, YouTube is expanding its likenessContinue Reading
Deputy Minister visits China-funded housing project in Maharagama
2026-03-11
Deputy Minister of Urban Development, Eranga Gunasekara, on Monday (09) inspected the ongoing construction of the new housing complex inContinue Reading
BASL President Rajeev Amarasuriya addresses Indian Supreme Court
2026-03-11
President of the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL), Rajeev Amarasuriya, addressed the Supreme Court of India on Tuesday (10),Continue Reading
Evening showers expected in some parts of Sri Lanka today
2026-03-11
Showers are expected in some parts of Sri Lanka today, while mainly dry weather will prevail elsewhere over the island,Continue Reading
Former CID DIG arrested over stolen Kandyan-era moonstone probe
2026-03-10
The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption has arrested former Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Criminal InvestigationContinue Reading
Govt to increase financial aid for families relocated from high-risk landslide zones
2026-03-10
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to raise the financial assistance provided to families relocated from high‑risk landslideContinue Reading
Cabinet proposes committee to assess risks from Middle East conflict
2026-03-10
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to establish an Economic Monitoring Committee to evaluate and respond to potentialContinue Reading
Sri Lanka approves free 14-day visa extensions for stranded foreign travellers
2026-03-10
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to extend visas for foreigners unable to leave Sri Lanka due toContinue Reading
DMT signs Rs. 3 billion contract to restart vehicle number plate printing
2026-03-10
The Ministry of Transport, together with the Department of Motor Traffic, today (10) signed an agreement with a new companyContinue Reading
Over 3500 register for Lasith Malinga’s bowling programme
2026-03-10
Former Sri Lankan fast bowler Lasith Malinga says over 3,500 have registered for his fast bowler talent search programme. ProvidingContinue Reading
Sir Mark Tucker meets foreign minister to discuss AIA Group expansion
2026-03-10
Former HSBC Holdings Group Chairman and current AIA Group Independent Non-Executive Chairman and Non-Executive Director Sir Mark Tucker has engagedContinue Reading
BCCI announces massive cash reward for India for winning T20 World Cup
2026-03-10
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a cash reward of INR 131 crore for TeamContinue Reading
16-hour water cut in Negombo and Katana areas on Thursday
2026-03-10
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has announced that a 16‑hour water cut will be imposed on ThursdayContinue Reading
Fuel price hike aimed at avoiding bigger increases later: Official
2026-03-10
Managing Director of the Petroleum Storage Terminals Company, Mayura Netthikumara, said the recent fuel price increase was implemented to preventContinue Reading
CBSL rates: Rupee depreciates against USD
2026-03-10
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated slightly against the US Dollar today (10 March), compared to Monday. According to theContinue Reading
Digital adoption, FTAs key to export growth : CCC survey
2026-03-10
Sri Lanka’s export sector showed resilience in 2025, with many firms reporting higher revenues despite cost pressures, logistics challenges, andContinue Reading