Sri Lanka’s solar capacity tops 3,070 MW as grid operator outlines new measures
2026-09-26
Sri Lanka’s installed solar power capacity has surpassed 3,070 MW, with solar energy now meeting around 15% to 25% ofContinue Reading
Peradeniya University retains top Sri Lankan spot in 2026 UI GreenMetric rankings
2026-09-26
The University of Peradeniya has retained its position as the No. 1 university in Sri Lanka in the 2026 UIContinue Reading
PAYE tax relief coming? Minister drops major Budget hint
2026-09-26
Minister Bimal Ratnayake has indicated that the government intends to provide further relief on Pay-As-You-Earn (PAYE) tax in the upcomingContinue Reading
Sri Lanka told to prepare for possible floods in October and November
2026-09-26
Sri Lanka could experience increased rainfall during October and November, with authorities potentially needing to prepare for flood conditions, anContinue Reading
Sangakkara identifies what Sri Lanka “must not change” for ODI decider
2026-09-26
Former Sri Lanka captain Kumar Sangakkara has urged Sri Lanka not to get carried away by their victory over EnglandContinue Reading
Re-scrutinised 2025 O/L examination results released : doenets.lk
2026-09-26
The re-scrutinised results of the 2025 (2026) G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination have been released, according to the Department of Examinations.Continue Reading
Two more arrested over Dehiwala grenade attack
2026-09-26
Two more suspects have been arrested for allegedly aiding and abetting the crime involving a grenade attack in Dehiwala thatContinue Reading
7 injured in explosion at Polonnaruwa Kidney Hospital
2026-09-26
Seven people were injured in a powerful explosion at the National Nephrology Hospital in Polonnaruwa early Saturday (Sept. 26). TheContinue Reading
Weather: Showers expected across several provinces
2026-09-26
Showers are expected at times in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districtsContinue Reading
“If more Lasanthas emerge, their message fails” – CIABOC DG calls on society to reverse the culture of fear
2026-09-26
The assassination of journalist Lasantha Wickrematunge was not merely intended to eliminate an individual but to send a warning toContinue Reading
Shop accused of charging Rs. 850 for a photocopy raided by CAA
2026-09-26
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has raided a shop in the Puttalam District following allegations that it charged Rs. 850Continue Reading
Sri Lanka will exit current IMF programme in 2027 – Minister Bimal
2026-09-26
Minister Bimal Rathnayake says the government intends to complete Sri Lanka’s current International Monetary Fund programme when the four-year ExtendedContinue Reading
Lanka Sathosa reduces essential commodity prices
2026-09-25
Lanka Sathosa Limited has decided to reduce the prices of six essential consumer goods across its island-wide outlet network withContinue Reading
Shanakiyan meets ACJU General Secretary over Anojan’s release
2026-09-25
Ilankai Tamil Arasu Kachchi (ITAK) Parliamentarian Shanakiyan Rasamanickam stated that the General Secretary of the All Ceylon Jamiyyathul Ulama (ACJU),Continue Reading
22nd Amendment officially comes into force
2026-09-25
Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne has endorsed the certificate on the Twenty-Second Amendment to the Constitution Bill after it was passedContinue Reading
Judicature (Amendment) Bill passed in Parliament
2026-09-25
The Third Reading of the Judicature (Amendment) Bill has been passed in Parliament by a special majority without amendments. AContinue Reading
Court further remands Shiran Basik’s father
2026-09-25
Abdul Razak Mohamed Basik, the father of alleged large-scale drug trafficker Shiran Basik, has been further remanded until October 08.Continue Reading
22nd Amendment to the Constitution passed in Parliament
2026-09-25
The Third Reading of the Twenty-Second Amendment to the Constitution Bill was passed with amendments by a special majority inContinue Reading