GMOA resumes islandwide strike over transfer concerns
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has resumed its strike action from 8.00 a.m. today, citing ongoing concerns related to
Thundershowers expected across island with heavy rainfall warnings
The Department of Meteorology says showers or thundershowers will occur at several places in most parts of the island after
Trump proposes massive defense boost amid Iran war, cuts non-defense spending
US President Donald Trump has proposed a sweeping budget plan for the 2027 fiscal year, seeking a 10 percent reduction
Revised water cut schedule continues across parts of Colombo
Scheduled water cuts in several areas of the Colombo District will continue today (April 04) due to prevailing dry weather
Opposition Urges IMF to Push for Tax Relief and Tariff Cuts
A group of opposition MPs has urged a visiting delegation from the International Monetary Fund to intervene with the Sri
Pakistan: End the unjust detention and immediately release human rights defender Idris Khattak, facing life-threatening health risk – Experts
A group of independent human rights experts* today raised grave concerns about the deteriorating and life-threatening health risks of Pakistani
Insurance scheme introduced for fishermen engaged in diving
The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board has introduced a new insurance scheme for fishermen involved in diving activities, in line
Scheduled water cuts announced for parts of Colombo District
The National Water Supply and Drainage Board has introduced a scheduled water supply system for several areas in the Colombo
Tourist arrivals drop nearly 20% in March, SLTDA reports
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) has reported a significant decline in foreign tourist arrivals for March 2026. According
Agrarian Service Centers to remain open on holidays for fertilizer distribution
The Department of Agrarian Development has announced that Agrarian Service Centers will remain open on public holidays to ensure the