Tourism Generates $3.7 Billion in Six Months, Says Minister Herath
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism Vijitha Herath announced that Sri Lanka has earned $3.7 billion from tourist
Colombo Stock Exchange Surpasses 20,000 Mark for the First Time
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) reached a historic milestone today (August 4), as the All Share Price Index (ASPI) surpassed
Special Train Services Launched for Esala Perahera Pilgrims and Spectators
Sri Lanka Railways has announced the commencement of special train services starting today (August 4) to accommodate the large influx
Gunfire Reported in Matara: Authorities Launch Immediate Investigation
A shooting incident was reported in Kapugama, Matara, early this morning (August 3), resulting in one person being injured, police
Island-Wide Cloud Cover Expected Throughout the Day, Says Met Department
Weather Forecast – 03 August 2025 Issued at 5:30 a.m. by the Department of Meteorology Cloudy conditions are expected to
U.S. Reduces Tariff on Sri Lankan Exports to 20% Amid Trade Talks
In a key boost for Sri Lankan exporters, the United States has officially reduced the tariff rate on Sri Lankan
Afternoon Showers Forecast for Multiple Provinces Today, Says Met Department
Showers or thundershowers are expected in several parts of the country after 1:00 p.m. today, particularly in the North-Central, Uva,
Rear Seatbelt Use Now Compulsory for Expressway Travel, Authorities Announce
Beginning tomorrow (August 1), wearing seatbelts will be mandatory for all rear-seat passengers in light vehicles travelling on expressways, Transport
Sri Lanka Customs Confirms Investigation into BYD EVs; Importer Held Responsible for Delay
Sri Lanka Customs has launched an official investigation into a consignment of BYD electric vehicles over concerns that the motor
Rebuilding the UNP Requires Unity – Ravi Karunanayake
Former Deputy Leader of the United National Party (UNP), MP Ravi Karunanayake, has emphasized that unity is essential to rebuilding