Central Bank Assures Safety of Deposits After NDB Fraud Revelation CeylonWire April 12, 2026 The Central Bank of Sri Lanka says it is closely monitoring developments following the disclosure of an internal fraud at
Kabir Hashim Appointed SJB Chairman for 2026 CeylonWire April 12, 2026 Parliamentarian Kabir Hashim has been appointed as the Chairman of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya for the year 2026. The appointment
Maldives President to Visit Sri Lanka to Boost Fisheries Cooperation CeylonWire April 12, 2026 Maldives President Mohamed Muizzu is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka next month, with a focus on strengthening bilateral ties. The
Mahinda Rajapaksa Submits Asset Declaration to Bribery Commission CeylonWire April 12, 2026 Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has reportedly submitted an affidavit to the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption, disclosing
Police Step Up Action Against Reckless Driving on Expressways CeylonWire April 12, 2026 Police say investigations are underway to identify motorists engaging in high-speed and dangerous driving on expressways. Deputy Inspector General of
Government Offices to Operate Normally from April 15–17 CeylonWire April 12, 2026 The Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government has announced that all government offices will remain open as
Police Launch 24-Hour WhatsApp Hotline to Report Reckless Driving CeylonWire April 12, 2026 Sri Lanka Police have introduced a dedicated WhatsApp number to enable the public to report reckless and dangerous driving incidents
Special Buses and Trains Continue for New Year Travel Rush CeylonWire April 12, 2026 Special transport services are continuing today to facilitate passengers travelling to their hometowns for the Sinhala and Tamil New Year.
Sri Lankan Rupee Depreciates 1.8% Amid External Pressures CeylonWire April 12, 2026 The Sri Lankan rupee has depreciated by 1.8% against the US dollar in 2026, according to the Central Bank of
Thundershowers Expected Islandwide with Heavy Rain in Some Areas CeylonWire April 12, 2026 Showers or thundershowers are expected at several locations in the Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern, North-Western and Uva provinces, as well