Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to Undertake First State Visit to China
At the invitation of Chinese President Xi Jinping, Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will embark on a state visit
Sri Lanka Sees Surge in Workers’ Remittances in December 2024
Workers’ remittances to Sri Lanka witnessed a significant rise in December 2024, totaling USD 613.8 million. This represents an increase
Sri Lanka Tourism Achieves Record-Breaking Numbers in 2024
Sri Lanka capped off 2024 with its highest monthly tourist arrivals, recording 248,592 visitors in December. For the entire year,
Sri Lanka to Expand Investigations into Online Harassment of Female Politicians
The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka has announced plans to broaden its investigations into online harassment targeting female politicians
26-Year-Old Sentenced to Life for Smuggling Heroin into Prison
The Colombo High Court today sentenced a 26-year-old man to life imprisonment after he was found guilty of smuggling and
Sri Lanka’s South Coast: A Winter Paradise for Travelers
Sri Lanka’s South Coast has claimed its spot as a top winter travel destination, offering an irresistible mix of natural
Weather Advisory: Showers and Strong Winds Expected Across Multiple Provinces
The Meteorology Department forecasts showers or thundershowers at times in the Northern, North-central, Eastern, Uva, and Central provinces. Heavy Rainfall
Liquor Prices to Increase by 6% Following Excise Duty Hike
The Ministry of Finance has announced a significant hike in excise duties on liquor and cigarettes, effective from midnight on
Wild Elephant Blocks Vehicle and Searches for Food in Buttala
Foreign tourists were left in shock when a wild elephant blocked their vehicle and rummaged for food along the Buttala
Sri Lanka Announces U19 Team for ICC Women’s T20 World Cup
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has revealed the 15-member squad for the ICC U19 Women’s T20 World Cup, set to take