Sri Lankan-Born Ranil Jayawardena Honoured with Knighthood in UK’s 2024 New Year’s Honours List
Ranil Jayawardena, former Member of Parliament for North East Hampshire and Deputy Leader of Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council (BDBC),
Sri Lanka’s Annual Birth Rate Drops Significantly; Expert Warns of Rising Health Challenges for Children
Sri Lanka’s annual birth rate has experienced a sharp decline, dropping from 350,000 to 250,000, according to Consultant Paediatrician Dr.
Colombo Stock Market Achieves Remarkable 49.66% Growth in 2024
The Colombo Stock Market has recorded an impressive 49.66% growth in 2024, reflecting a strong performance throughout the year. The
Sri Lanka Customs Achieves Record Revenue of Over Rs. 1.5 Trillion in 2024
By the end of 2024, Sri Lanka Customs achieved a historic milestone, surpassing Rs. 1.5 trillion in revenue, marking its
President Dissanayake Highlights Government’s Commitment to Transformation in 2025
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized that the responsibility for transforming Sri Lanka in the New Year lies with the government.
Elon Musk Sparks Speculation with New Name and Profile Picture on X
Elon Musk, the world’s richest man, has ignited curiosity and speculation after changing his name on social media platform X
Sri Lanka Police Continue Crackdown on Drunk Drivers During New Year Celebrations
Sri Lanka Police have announced that operations to apprehend drunk drivers will continue today. SSP Buddhika Manthunga, Director and Spokesperson
Emirates Expands Dubai-Colombo Service, Boosting Passenger Capacity by 30%
Emirates Airlines is enhancing its Dubai-Colombo route with a new daily flight starting January 2, 2025, increasing passenger capacity by
Government Seeks International Bids for Procurement of Life-Saving Vaccines
The government has called for international competitive bids to supply 900,000 vials of 1-gram Merapanam vaccine, used for treating acute
No Withholding Tax on Children’s Savings Below Rs. 150,000 Monthly Income: Minister
Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayathissa assured that no withholding tax will be imposed on interest earned from children’s