Adani Green Energy withdraws from $1 Billion wind energy project in Sri Lanka

Adani Green Energy, a subsidiary of India’s Adani Group, has officially announced its decision to withdraw from its proposed $1 billion renewable energy wind farm project in Sri Lanka.



Fake News Alert: No school or tuition closures today

The Director General of Government Information, H. S. K. J. Bandara, has confirmed that a fake letter is circulating on social media, falsely claiming that all schools and tuition classes in Sri Lanka are closed today.



NWSDB denies reports of water cut to Mahinda Rajapaksa’s residence

The National Water Supply and Drainage Board (NWSDB) issued a statement yesterday (February 13) addressing reports that the water supply to the official residence of former Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa had been disconnected.



AG halts recommendation on Lasantha murder case suspects

The Attorney General has informed the Mount Lavinia Magistrate’s Court that his recent recommendation regarding the suspects in the murder case of Sri Lankan journalist Lasantha Wickrematunge has been temporarily suspended.



Sri Lanka, Oracle discuss AI & Cloud Hub for Digital Future

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with Oracle Corporation’s Executive Vice Chairman, Mike Sicilia, during the World Governments Summit 2025 in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on February 11, 2025.



Sri Lanka President urges global unity at World Governments Summit 2025

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake delivered a speech at the World Government Summit 2025 in the UAE on February 12, 2025.



Sri Lanka, India in talks to strengthen defence ties

Sri Lanka’s Defence Secretary, Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd), met with the Indian Defence Secretary, Shri Rajesh Kumar Singh, yesterday (February 11).



Sri Lanka Police announces largest-ever transfer of 139 Officers-in-Charge

Sri Lanka Police announced yesterday (February 11) the transfer of 139 Officers-in-Charge (OICs) within the department, marking the largest reshuffle in its history.



Sri Lanka to implement new EPF management system

The Sri Lankan government has approved the implementation of a new Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) Management System to enhance efficiency in handling transactions and managing user accounts.



17 Sri Lanka Police officers discharged from service over drug use

Seventeen Sri Lankan police personnel have been dismissed in the last four months on charges of consuming illegal narcotic drugs, including heroin and synthetic substances like ICE, Police Spokesman SSP Buddhika Manathunga confirmed today (February 11).



Yoshitha Rajapaksa and Daisy Forrest named as suspects in money laundering case

The Kaduwela Magistrate’s Court has imposed an overseas travel ban on Daisy Forrest Wickremesinghe, also known as ‘Daisy Achchi,’ the grandmother of Yoshitha Rajapaksa, in connection with a money laundering case.



Sri Lanka to offer housing loans for newlyweds to build homes

The Ministry of Urban Development, Construction, and Housing in Sri Lanka has announced the launch of a project to provide loans for newly married couples to build houses.



Dan Priyasad arrested

Police Media Spokesman SSP Buddhika Manathunga stated that Dan Priyasad, the convener of the Sinhala National Movement, was arrested early this morning (February 11) at Bandaranaike International Airport in Katunayake.



Sri Lanka President arrives in Dubai for World Governments Summit 2025

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, along with his delegation, arrived at Dubai International Airport this afternoon (February 10).



Sri Lanka to experience scheduled power cuts on February 10 & 11

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has approved the Ceylon Electricity Board’s (CEB) request for scheduled power cuts on February 10 and 11, 2025.



Egg and chicken prices drop in Sri Lanka

The prices of eggs and chicken in Sri Lanka have decreased rapidly in the market, according to the All Ceylon Poultry Traders Association.