Malaysia Steps Up Campaign to Attract Sri Lankan Travellers
Tourism Malaysia is promoting improved connectivity, family travel, halal services and new industry partnerships ahead of its 2026 visitor campaign.
Government Develops National Plan to Protect Children From Online Harm
The proposed framework will combine digital literacy, parental guidance, platform accountability and school safety measures rather than relying only on
Police Seize More Than 300 Allegedly Illegal Smartphones at Liberty Plaza
A Colombo raid has led to the seizure of high-end smartphones valued at about Rs. 50 million and the arrest
Ven. Omalpe Sobhitha Thera Steps Down After 14 Years as Southern Province Chief Sangha Nayaka
The senior monk said leadership posts should not be held for life and called for younger members of the Sangha
Forensic Standards Highlighted in Sri Lanka’s Mass-Grave Investigations
Experts say scientifically sound methods, transparent communication and culturally sensitive handling of remains are essential to credible post-conflict investigations. Sri
Sri Lanka Advances Plan for Two High-Capacity Port Tugboats
The planned additions are intended to strengthen vessel-handling capacity and operational resilience at the country’s main commercial ports. Sri Lanka
Cabinet Approves Rs. 21.6 Billion Plan for 600 Air-Conditioned SLTB Buses
he fleet-renewal programme is intended to add 600 air-conditioned deluxe buses to state-run services, subject to procurement, delivery and operational
Sri Lanka’s Marriage and Birth Registrations Fall Sharply
Official statistics show registered marriages have dropped by about 28% since 2010, while annual live births have fallen by more
Central Bank Holds Overnight Policy Rate at 8.75%
Sri Lanka’s monetary authority has kept its benchmark overnight rate unchanged as inflation remains above target and external risks persist.
Rahul Gandhi Arrested During Mass Protest in New Delhi
Senior Congress Party leader Rahul Gandhi was taken into police custody earlier today in New Delhi while leading a high-profile