Kabir Hashim Appointed SJB Chairman for 2026
Parliamentarian Kabir Hashim has been appointed as the Chairman of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya for the year 2026. The appointment
Maldives President to Visit Sri Lanka to Boost Fisheries Cooperation
Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka next month, with a focus on strengthening bilateral ties. The
NASA’s Artemis Missions Face Scrutiny Over Rising Costs and Budget Pressures
The NASA is facing renewed scrutiny over the high costs of its space programmes, particularly the Artemis missions aimed at
UN Warns Widening Gap Between Rich and Poor Nations as 2030 Goals Falter
A new report by the United Nations has warned that the gap between wealthy and developing nations is continuing to
Mahinda Rajapaksa Submits Asset Declaration to Bribery Commission
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has reportedly submitted an affidavit to the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption, disclosing
Police Step Up Action Against Reckless Driving on Expressways
Police say investigations are underway to identify motorists engaging in high-speed and dangerous driving on expressways. Deputy Inspector General of
Government Offices to Operate Normally from April 15–17
The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has announced that all government offices will remain open as
Police Launch 24-Hour WhatsApp Hotline to Report Reckless Driving
Sri Lanka Police have introduced a dedicated WhatsApp number to enable the public to report reckless and dangerous driving incidents
Special Buses and Trains Continue for New Year Travel Rush
Special transport services are continuing today to facilitate passengers travelling to their hometowns for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year.
Sri Lankan Rupee Depreciates 1.8% Amid External Pressures
The Sri Lankan rupee has depreciated by 1.8% against the US dollar in 2026, according to the Central Bank of