Oil Prices Fall to Two-Week Lows Amid Optimism Over Possible U.S.–Iran Deal CeylonWire May 25, 2026 Global oil prices fell sharply on Monday, reaching their lowest levels in two weeks, amid optimism that the United States
Southwest Monsoon Strengthening; Increased Rainfall Expected CeylonWire May 25, 2026 The Department of Meteorology Sri Lanka says the Southwest Monsoon is gradually establishing across Sri Lanka, with increased rainfall expected
Government Seeks 30-Year BOT Partner for Mattala Airport Development CeylonWire May 25, 2026 The Government of Sri Lanka has prepared a 30-year Build, Operate and Transfer (BOT) lease plan to develop the loss-making
CBSL Further Tightens Vehicle Loan Rules CeylonWire May 25, 2026 The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has introduced stricter vehicle financing regulations by further reducing the maximum loan-to-value (LTV) ratios
Government Aims to Hold Provincial Council Elections Next Year – Tilvin Silva CeylonWire May 24, 2026 Tilvin Silva says the government expects to hold the Sri Lankan Provincial Council Elections next year if no further major
Sri Lanka Expands Air Connectivity With Western India Through New Ahmedabad–Colombo Route CeylonWire May 24, 2026 Sri Lanka is expanding its air connectivity with western India as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen tourism arrivals, with
Meningitis Case Confirmed at Angunakolapelessa Prison CeylonWire May 24, 2026 An inmate at Angunakolapelessa Prison has been confirmed to have contracted Meningitis, according to health authorities. Ayanthi Jayawardena stated that
Government Considering More Measures to Stabilize Rupee Amid Economic Pressure CeylonWire May 24, 2026 The Government of Sri Lanka is expected to introduce several additional measures to stabilize the Sri Lankan Rupee and reduce
Sri Lankan Rupee Records Sharp Recovery, Becomes Asia’s Best-Performing Currency CeylonWire May 24, 2026 The Sri Lankan Rupee strengthened significantly against the United States Dollar on Friday (May 22), becoming Asia’s best-performing currency for
NBRO Issues Amber-Level Landslide Warnings for Kegalle and Ratnapura CeylonWire May 24, 2026 The National Building Research Organisation has issued Level 2 (Amber) and Level 1 (Yellow) landslide early warnings for several areas