Agriculture Sector Warns Crop Theft Is Causing Millions in Losses
Industry representatives are calling for stronger prevention and enforcement measures as theft from farms adds to production risks and rural
Cabinet Approves Rs. 21.6 Billion Plan for 600 Air-Conditioned SLTB Buses
he fleet-renewal programme is intended to add 600 air-conditioned deluxe buses to state-run services, subject to procurement, delivery and operational
Sri Lanka’s Marriage and Birth Registrations Fall Sharply
Official statistics show registered marriages have dropped by about 28% since 2010, while annual live births have fallen by more
Central Bank Holds Overnight Policy Rate at 8.75%
Sri Lanka’s monetary authority has kept its benchmark overnight rate unchanged as inflation remains above target and external risks persist.
Oil Prices Climb to Two-Month High as Middle East Tensions Escalate
Global oil prices rose to their highest levels in two months on Wednesday amid growing concerns over supply disruptions as
Sri Lanka’s Headline Inflation Rises to 6.5% in June
Sri Lanka’s headline inflation, measured by the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), increased to 6.5% in June 2026, according to
Eight Tonnes of Plastic Waste Collected From Coast Sent for Recycling
Eight tonnes of plastic bottles collected from Sri Lanka’s coastline, stretching from Jaffna to Galle and Yala, are being sent
Dengue Cases Top 77,000 as High-Risk Areas Remain Under Surveillance
The National Dengue Control Unit (NDCU) says dengue infections remain at high levels in several districts, particularly Gampaha and Colombo.
Sri Lanka to Repay USD 1 Billion in Foreign Debt This Year
The Ministry of Finance says Sri Lanka has planned to repay USD 1 billion in foreign debt during this year
Showers and Strong Winds Forecast for Several Parts of Sri Lanka Today
A few showers are expected today (22) in the Western, Sabaragamuwa and North Western provinces, as well as in the