Significant Surge in Workers’ Remittances: Sri Lanka Registers 57.5% Increase in 2023, Central Bank Reports
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has reported a noteworthy upswing in workers’ remittances for the year 2023, reflecting
President Announces Post-Thai Pongal Concessions for Government Employees
During the Jaffna and Kilinochchi District Coordinating Committee meeting today (Jan.04), President Ranil Wickremesinghe addressed crucial issues concerning missing persons,
Public Security Minister Tiran Alas Unveils Online Safety Bill Amidst Global Debate
In a significant announcement today, Public Security Minister Tiran Alas disclosed that the draft of the highly contested Online Safety
Minister Manusha chairs the first meeting of the committee appointed to prepare a comprehensive National Social Security System covering all workers
The committee appointed to prepare a comprehensive national social security system covering all workers met today under the patronage of
President’s Fund Enhances Medical Allowances to 100% and Broadens Coverage for Uncovered Diseases
The President’s Media Division (PMD) announced that the President’s Fund has implemented a significant increase in medical allowances, reaching 100%,
Government Declares Electricity Supply and Petroleum Distribution as Essential Services through Extraordinary Gazette
A Gazette extraordinary was issued last night, declaring electricity supply and the distribution of petroleum products as essential services.
Protest by Rohingya Refugees in Sri Lanka Against UN Refugee Agency’s Office Closure
Several Rohingya refugees in Sri Lanka staged a protest outside the office of the United Nations refugee agency this week,
UN Assistant Secretary General Emphasizes Simplifying Taxpayer Registration for Broadening Sri Lanka’s Tax Base
In a recent meeting with Finance State Minister Shehan Semasinghe on January 3rd, Ms. Kanni Wignaraja, the UN Assistant Secretary
Central Environment Authority Cracks Down on Illegal Plastic Production, Files Cases Against 180 Manufacturers in 2023
In a concerted effort to curb illegal plastic and polythene production, the Central Environment Authority (CEA) has initiated a significant
Political Parties Reshaping Strategies as Election Year Unfolds Amid Economic Challenges
With the advent of the New Year, political parties are visibly realigning themselves, crafting new strategies in anticipation of upcoming