Japan Approves Major Visa Fee Increase Effective July 2026
The Japanese government has approved a significant increase in visa fees for foreign nationals, with the revised charges set to
Sri Lanka’s Exports Grow by 6% Despite Global Economic Challenges
Sri Lanka’s exports recorded a six percent growth during the first four months of 2026 despite ongoing global economic uncertainties
Health Ministry Expands Advanced CT Scanner Network with Rs. 1.95 Billion Investment
The Ministry of Health and Mass Media has announced a major initiative to strengthen diagnostic healthcare services across Sri Lanka
Public Warned of Scam Involving Individuals Impersonating Public Health Inspectors
The Public Health Inspectors’ Union of Sri Lanka has warned the public about reports of individuals impersonating Public Health
Showers Expected in Several Parts of the Country Today
Showers or thundershowers are expected at times today (22) in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, and North-Western provinces, as well as in
Oil Prices Rise as Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Renew Supply Concerns
Global oil prices rose on Monday as shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz slowed and early discussions between U.S.
Ravi Karunanayake Proposes Economic Measures to Address Inflation and Strengthen Recovery
Former Deputy Leader of the United National Party (UNP) and Member of Parliament Ravi Karunanayake has submitted a series of
Fuel QR Code System to Remain in Place, CPC Confirms
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has confirmed that the QR code system currently used for fuel distribution will continue to
Dengue High-Risk Areas Rise to 112 MOH Divisions as Cases Continue to Increase
The number of Medical Officer of Health (MOH) divisions identified as being at risk of a dengue outbreak has increased
IMF Team to Visit Sri Lanka for Review of Economic Reform Programme
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced that its country team will undertake a staff visit to Sri Lanka from