Category: Local News

The Sri Lanka Ramanna Maha Nikaya has decided to expel Rajanganaya Saddharathana Thero from the monastic order following allegations that he made obscene statements while operating a YouTube channel under the name “Rajanganaya Hamuduruwo.”

The Colombo High Court has sentenced former North Central Province Chief Minister S.M. Ranjith and his Private Secretary, Shanthi Chandrasena, to 16 years of rigorous imprisonment for corruption.

A woman who is said to have maintained connections with an individual involved in drug distribution while living abroad has been arrested with a T-56 firearm and 113 rounds of ammunition.

The program introduced by the government of Sri Lanka to ensure food security for the people and provide access to nutritious meals at affordable prices was launched yesterday (April 1) at the “Pelassa” restaurant of the National Food Promotion Board in Narahenpita.

The Department of Wildlife Conservation, in collaboration with key government agencies, has initiated an action plan to minimize harm to wild elephants caused by train collisions in Sri Lanka.

The prices of Highland yogurt and liquid fresh milk have been reduced, effective today (April 1).

The Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) in Sri Lanka has announced that a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) will be mandatory to obtain all services from the department.

MP Chamara Sampath Dasanayake has been ordered to remain in remand custody until April 8, 2025.

Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Sunil Handunnetti, visited the Sigiriya Craft Village on March 31, 2025, to inspect the site and discuss its revival.

An 18% Value Added Tax (VAT) has been imposed on income from egg sales in Sri Lanka starting today (April 1).

The All Island Canteen Owners’ Association (AICOA) has announced a Rs. 10 increase in the price of a cup of milk tea, effective April 1, 2025.

Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Health states that a medical team from Sri Lanka is prepared to be sent to Myanmar to assist people affected by the recent earthquake.

Fuel prices in Sri Lanka have been revised, effective April 1, 2025.

Laugfs Gas Company has increased the prices of domestic LP gas cylinders, effective from April 1, 2025.

Organized criminal Amila Sampath, also known as ‘Rotumba Amila,’ has been arrested in Russia.

Deputy Minister of Industry and Entrepreneurship Development, Chathuranga Abeysinghe, has announced a significant reform in the Withholding Tax (WHT) policy, aiming to create a fairer taxation system for Sri Lankan citizens.