IMF Warns Middle East Conflict Raising Risks to Global Financial Stability CeylonWire April 15, 2026 The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that the ongoing Middle East conflict is posing increasing risks to global financial
83% of Deaths in Sri Lanka Linked to Non-Communicable Diseases CeylonWire April 15, 2026 The Ministry of Health Sri Lanka has revealed that 83 percent of deaths in the country are caused by non-communicable
Oil Prices Fall for Second Day Amid Hopes of Renewed US-Iran Talks CeylonWire April 15, 2026 Oil prices declined for a second consecutive day on Wednesday, driven by expectations that peace talks between the United States
Government Offices Open as Transport Services Resume After New Year Holidays CeylonWire April 15, 2026 Government offices across Sri Lanka will remain open as usual on April 15, 16, and 17, the Ministry of Public
Gold Prices Rise by Around Rs. 4,000 in Local Market CeylonWire April 15, 2026 Gold prices in Sri Lanka have increased by approximately Rs. 4,000, according to local market data. At the Sea Street
Police Warn New Year Event Organizers to Follow Traffic Laws CeylonWire April 14, 2026 Deputy Inspector General of Police for Traffic Control and Road Safety, W.P.J. Senadheera, has instructed organizers of New Year festivals
Surge in Accident-Related Hospital Admissions Reported During New Year CeylonWire April 14, 2026 A sharp rise in hospital admissions due to accidents has been reported during the New Year festive season, health officials
NBRO Introduces Priority-Based Compensation Scheme for Cyclone-Affected Properties CeylonWire April 14, 2026 The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) has introduced a special programme to provide compensation for houses and business properties damaged
Thundershowers Expected Across Island with Heavy Rain in Several Areas CeylonWire April 14, 2026 Showers or thundershowers are expected in most parts of the island after 1:00 p.m. today (14), according to the Department
Limited Bus and Train Services Operate Amid Reduced New Year Travel Demand CeylonWire April 14, 2026 The National Transport Commission (NTC) says a limited number of buses have been deployed today (14) to meet passenger demand