Sri Lanka’s Financial System Remains Stable Amid Emerging Credit Risks, CBSL Says
Sri Lanka’s financial system remained stable during the first half of 2026 despite global challenges, including geopolitical tensions, inflationary pressures,
Sri Lanka Receives USD 6.86 Billion in Workers’ Remittances in First Nine Months of 2026
Sri Lanka received USD 6,865.4 million in workers’ remittances from January to September 2026, an increase of USD 1,053.7 million
Investigations Underway into Hate Speech Spread Through Fake Social Media Accounts, Minister Says
Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ananda Wijepala has told Parliament that investigations are underway into individuals suspected
Motor Traffic Department Receives Over 25 Daily Complaints Over Vehicle Registration Fraud
The Department of Motor Traffic says it receives more than 25 complaints daily regarding the fraudulent use of vehicle
Parliamentary Committee Finalising Report on Release of 323 Containers Without Physical Inspection
The Parliamentary Select Committee investigating the release of 323 shipping containers from the Colombo Port without mandatory physical inspection
Government Plans to Establish New CPC Fuel Stations, Minister Says
Energy Minister Anura Karunathilaka says the government is taking steps to establish additional fuel stations operated by the Ceylon
NBRO Issues Landslide Warnings for Several Districts
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has issued landslide early warnings for several districts due to prevailing rainy weather. The
Nearly 200 Police Officers Have Died on Duty, IGP Says
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Priyantha Weerasooriya has stated that the Sri Lanka Police records the highest number of officers
Northern Railway Line Daily Train Services Drop from 18 to Eight
The Sri Lanka Railway Station Masters’ Association has revealed that the number of daily train services operating on the Northern
Sri Lanka is forecast to record 4% economic growth in 2026
According to the Asian Development Bank’s September 2026 Asian Development Outlook, Sri Lanka is forecast to record 4% economic growth