Police Warn of Rise in Online Fraud During Festive Season CeylonWire April 6, 2026 Sri Lanka Police have issued a warning over a growing trend of online financial fraud, data theft and cybercrimes during
National QR Payment Programme Launched to Promote Cash-Lite Economy CeylonWire April 6, 2026 The National QR Payment Adoption Programme has been officially launched under the patronage of the President, marking a major step
Wednesday Public Sector Holiday Cancelled with Immediate Effect CeylonWire April 6, 2026 The Wednesday holiday granted to government offices as part of fuel conservation measures has been cancelled with immediate effect from
‘Surakimu Lanka’ Energy Conservation Programme Introduced in Schools CeylonWire April 6, 2026 The Ministry of Education, Higher Education and Vocational Education has launched the “Surakimu Lanka” school energy conservation programme to promote
Preparations Underway for Indian Vice President’s Visit to Sri Lanka CeylonWire April 6, 2026 A meeting between Chief of Staff to the President, Prabath Chandrakeerthi, and Deputy High Commissioner of India, Dr. Satyanjal Pandey,
IMF reviews worth $700 million to be submitted for approval CeylonWire April 5, 2026 Deputy Minister of Finance Dr. Anil Jayantha Fernando has announced that the 5th and 6th reviews under the Extended Fund
LP gas shipments arrive to ensure steady supply CeylonWire April 5, 2026 Laugfs Gas has announced that a vessel carrying 7,000 metric tons of LP gas has arrived at the Hambantota Port.
Water cuts reduced to 12 hours as reservoir levels drop CeylonWire April 5, 2026 The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) has decided to reduce the duration of planned water supply disruptions to
CAA imposes Rs. 49.9 million in fines after over 5,000 raids CeylonWire April 5, 2026 The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has announced that fines amounting to nearly Rs. 49.9 million were imposed following 5,172 market
Easter Sunday marked with prayers, messages of peace and unity CeylonWire April 5, 2026 Today marks Easter Sunday, commemorating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, who, according to Christian belief, came into the world to