Government Considering More Measures to Stabilize Rupee Amid Economic Pressure
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
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
The National Building Research Organisation has issued Level 2 (Amber) and Level 1 (Yellow) landslide early warnings for several areas
Over 31,000 People Affected by Adverse Weather Across Eight Districts
The Disaster Management Centre Sri Lanka says more than 31,000 people have been affected by the prevailing adverse weather conditions
Heavy Rains Cause Flooding and Transport Disruptions Across Several Areas
Heavy rainfall has caused flooding and transport disruptions in several parts of Sri Lanka, according to authorities. Sri Lanka Police
IMF Says Sri Lanka’s Economic Policy Framework Is Stronger Ahead of Key Review
Evan Papageorgiou says Sri Lanka’s economic reform programme continues to make progress as the International Monetary Fund Executive Board prepares
Sri Lanka’s Inflation Rises Sharply to 4.7% in April
Sri Lanka’s inflation rate increased sharply to 4.7% in April 2026 on a year-on-year basis, according to official data released
Finance Ministry Rejects Claims Over Vehicle Import Letters of Credit
Anil Jayantha Fernando told Parliament of Sri Lanka today that claims stating 4,000 Letters of Credit (LCs) were opened before
NBRO Issues Red-Level Landslide Warnings for Kegalle and Ratnapura
The National Building Research Organisation has issued Level 3 (Red) landslide early warnings for several areas in Sri Lanka due
Minor Flood Warning Issued for Kelani River Basin Areas
The Irrigation Department of Sri Lanka says nearly 300 mm of rainfall has been recorded in the upper catchment areas