World Bank pledges support for Sri Lanka’s development initiatives
2025-01-21
The World Bank is committed to providing financial and technical assistance for Sri Lanka’s key government projects, the World Bank’sContinue Reading
CSE indices hit new record highs
2025-01-21
The All Share Price Index (ASPI) and the S&P SL20 Index of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) have set aContinue Reading
Court orders to arrest Jaffna MP Archchuna – Police
2025-01-21
The Anuradhapura Magistrate’s Court has ordered the arrest of Jaffna District MP Archchuna Ramanathan on charges of obstructing police dutiesContinue Reading
WP Governor paid personally for Christmas decorations?
2025-01-21
MP Chamara Sampath Dassanayake alleged that Western Province Governor Hanif Yusoof has paid for the Christmas light displays at theContinue Reading
Health Minister confirms Rs 76,000 spent for Rs 359 medicine
2025-01-21
Health Minister Nalinda Jayathissa confirmed that a drug once priced at Rs. 76,000 is now available for Rs. 359, whichContinue Reading
Cabinet approves three key appointments
2025-01-21
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved key appointments to the Department of Civil Defence, and the Ministries of Lands andContinue Reading
UK’s Trade Commissioner for South Asia on maiden visit to Sri Lanka
2025-01-21
The United Kingdom’s Trade Commissioner for South Asia, Harjinda Kang begins his maiden visit to Sri Lanka, from 21-23 January.Continue Reading
Immigration Officer arrested for soliciting Rs. 500,000 bribe
2025-01-21
An officer attached to the Department of Immigration and Emigration at the Welisara Detention Centre has been arrested by theContinue Reading
Police seek public help to find missing youth
2025-01-21
The Police have sought public assistance to find a 26-year-old youth reported missing from the Malwana area since 02 DecemberContinue Reading
Govt clarifies stance on PTA
2025-01-21
The Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) is not part of the government’s policy or aspirations, but it will be usedContinue Reading
Govt to seek more relief by revisiting IMF agreement
2025-01-21
The government plans to revisit Sri Lanka’s agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to implement additional relief measures aimedContinue Reading
Today’s CBSL official exchange rates
2025-01-21
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar today (Jan 20), compared to last week. According toContinue Reading
Two politicians linked to Rs. 400 Mn sand mining fraud : Vidyarathna
2025-01-21
Minister of Plantation and Rural Infrastructure Samantha Vidyaratna said that two well-known politicians are allegedly behind an incident involving illegalContinue Reading
Dollar rates in Sri Lanka today
2025-01-21
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar in commercial banks today (Jan 21) compared to Monday.Continue Reading
Minister Vijitha Herath hints at lower vehicle prices after imports restart
2025-01-21
Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath says there may be a possibility for a drop in vehicle prices when imports are recommencedContinue Reading
Match Highlights: Sri Lanka beat West Indies in U-19 Women’s T20 World cup
2025-01-21
Sri Lanka put in a superb team performance to beat West Indies by 81 runs and continue their excellent startContinue Reading
Double Trouble for MP Archchuna over Anuradhapura incident
2025-01-21
The Police Media Spokesperson has announced that legal proceedings will be initiated against Jaffna District MP Archchuna Ramanathan for allegedlyContinue Reading
Saudi Embassy hosts closing ceremony of Quran Memorization Competition
2025-01-21
The Embassy of Saudi Arabia held the closing ceremony of the second edition of the Holy Quran Memorization Competition inContinue Reading