IMF Monitoring NDB Fraud, Engages with Central Bank
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is closely monitoring the internal fraud reported at the National Development Bank (NDB), according to
Worker Remittances Rise 17.5% in March Despite Global Uncertainty
Foreign worker remittances to Sri Lanka reached US$ 814.8 million in March 2026, marking a 17.5% increase compared to US$
Islandwide Showers Expected with Heavy Rain in Several Areas
Showers or thundershowers are expected in most parts of the island after 1:00 p.m. today (13), according to the Department
CAA Extends Festive Season Raids to Curb Consumer Exploitation
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has announced that its special raid and investigation programme launched for the festive season will
Furnace Oil Shipment Arrives to Support Power Generation
A shipment of furnace oil required for electricity generation has arrived in Sri Lanka, according to the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation
Transport Services Adjusted Based on New Year Travel Demand
The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) says buses will continue to operate today (13) based on passenger demand as New
Central Bank Assures Safety of Deposits After NDB Fraud Revelation
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
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
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
Former President Mahinda Rajapaksa has reportedly submitted an affidavit to the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption, disclosing