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
Govt to bring law against MP crossovers : Minister Nalinda Jayatissa
2026-05-26
The Government expects to submit to Parliament a draft Bill seeking to cancel the parliamentary seats of MPs elected byContinue Reading
Sri Lanka to launch sugar sector project with Brazilian technical support
2026-05-26
Sri Lanka has approved a new international cooperation project aimed at strengthening the country’s sugarcane sector through technical collaboration withContinue Reading
Committee to review protections for long-serving manpower workers in state enterprises
2026-05-26
Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal by the Minister of Labour to appoint a committee comprising relevantContinue Reading
Polonnaruwa kidney hospital ready to continue pediatric transplants after first successful operation
2026-05-26
The National Nephrology Specialized Hospital, also known as the China-Sri Lanka Friendship Kidney Hospital in Polonnaruwa, says it is preparedContinue 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
How SL rupee recovered rapidly : CBSL explains
2026-05-26
Following a week of sharp fluctuations in the foreign exchange market, Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Governor Dr. NandalalContinue Reading
Funds available for PC polls, legal issues remain: Cabinet Spokesman
2026-05-26
Cabinet Spokesman Minister Nalinda Jayatissa says funds have been allocated for the conduct of the Provincial Council elections, dismissing claimsContinue Reading
Cabinet approves sale of 115,000 metric tons of PMB paddy stocks
2026-05-26
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the sale of paddy stocks currently held by the Paddy Marketing Board (PMB). TheContinue Reading
NHDA introduces first-ever promotional exam for employees
2026-05-26
The National Housing Development Authority (NHDA) has introduced a promotional examination for its employees, creating opportunities for more than 1,000Continue Reading
Iran says it shot down US MQ-9 drone after airspace violation
2026-05-26
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) says it has shot down a US MQ-9 Reaper drone after it allegedly violatedContinue 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
What caused the sudden turnaround in the Rupee?
2026-05-26
Advocata Institute CEO Dhananath Fernando says the recent depreciation of the Sri Lankan Rupee against the US Dollar has begunContinue Reading
12-hour water cut in Mahara, Gampaha tomorrow
2026-05-26
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) says a 12-hour water cut will be imposed in the Mahara andContinue Reading
CBSL says interest rate hike aimed at easing inflation risks, impact on economy
2026-05-26
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has stepped in with “small interventions” to counter excessive demand due to marketContinue Reading
Pope urges ‘disarming’ of AI, says it helps normalize war
2026-05-26
Pope Leo XIV used his first major manifesto, published Monday, to urge governments to “disarm” artificial intelligence and be guidedContinue Reading
CBSL rates: Sri Lankan rupee surges against US Dollar
2026-05-26
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated significantly against the US Dollar today (May 26), compared to Monday. According to theContinue Reading
Sajith Premadasa flags economic risks, questions usable foreign reserves
2026-05-26
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has warned that Sri Lanka is facing significant economic risks, accusing the government of misleading theContinue Reading