Former Minister Duminda Dissanayake Arrested Over Gold-Plated T-56 Rifle Found in Apartment Complex
Former Minister and Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) Anuradhapura District Organiser Duminda Dissanayake has been arrested in connection with an
Norwegian Expert Cautions Sri Lanka on Risky Petroleum Investments Amid Shift to Renewables
As the Sri Lankan government prepares to embark on offshore petroleum exploration, a leading Norwegian expert has cautioned against heavy
Coconut Harvest Expected to Rise in May–June 2025
The Coconut Research Institute of Sri Lanka, based in Lunuwila, has announced that coconut production is expected to see an
Sri Lanka Marks 53rd Republic Day
Today, Sri Lanka commemorates the 53rd Republic Day, marking a historic turning point in the nation’s journey towards full sovereignty.
Central Bank Eases Monetary Policy with 25 Basis Point Cut
The Monetary Policy Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka decided to reduce the Standing Overnight Policy Rate (OPR)
Sri Lanka Navy Arrests 36 for Engaging in Illegal Fishing Activities
A total of 36 individuals have been arrested by the Sri Lanka Navy for engaging in various illegal fishing activities
Sri Lanka to Receive Salt Shipment from India Amid Ongoing Shortage
A shipment of salt imported from India is scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka tonight (May 21) in a bid
EPF Services Resume Islandwide Following System Maintenance
The Department of Labour has announced the resumption of Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) services across Sri Lanka, following the completion
England to Roll Out World-First Gonorrhoea Vaccine for High-Risk Groups
England is set to become the first country to introduce a routine vaccination programme against gonorrhoea, targeting individuals at higher
IMF Warns US Over Rising Debt Amid Trump’s Push to Extend Tax Cuts
A top official at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has urged the United States to address its widening fiscal deficit