Category: Local News

The Sri Lankan government has decided to withdraw members of the tri-forces deployed for the security of former Presidents of Sri Lanka, effective today (December 23).

The Police Media Division of Sri Lanka has announced plans to implement a nationwide special traffic operation starting today (December 23).

Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya met with Mr. Takafumi Kadono, the Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) Sri Lanka Resident Mission, at her office today (December 22).

Sri Lanka’s Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), emphasized that the greatest asset of a country is its people and stressed the importance of prioritizing their protection.

Sri Lanka officially exited sovereign default on December 20, 2024, signaling a significant turning point in its economic recovery.

Three people have died, and at least 46 others were injured in an accident that occurred this morning (December 21) when a bus veered off the Hatton-Kandy main road.

Fitch Ratings has upgraded Sri Lanka’s Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) to ‘CCC+’ from ‘RD’ (Restricted Default).

Salindu Malshitha Gunaratne, alias ‘Kudu Salindu,’ a notorious drug kingpin and underworld figure, was granted bail by the Panadura Magistrate’s Court today (December 20).

Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister, Vijitha Herath emphasized that no discussions have taken place regarding granting any part of the country’s territory in a manner that threatens India’s or regional security.

Prime Minister of Sri Lanka, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has emphasized the need for a comprehensive transformation in the country’s education system, extending beyond traditional reforms.

The Supreme Court of Sri Lanka has confirmed the death sentence for former Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Vass Gunawardena and four others for the abduction and murder of businessman Mohamed Siyam on May 22, 2013.

An 18-member Presidential Task Force has been appointed to design and oversee the implementation of the “Clean Sri Lanka” programme.

Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Defence has announced that all firearms issued to civilians for personal protection must be submitted for inspection before January 20, 2025.

Former Central Bank Governor Arjuna Mahendran and Perpetual Treasuries Limited Director Ajahn Gardiya Punchihewa were issued open warrants today (December 19) for their immediate arrest and production in court.

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) have signed an agreement for a USD 150 million loan to support crucial projects aimed at enhancing the stability and reliability of Sri Lanka’s electricity grid.

The Cabinet of Ministers in Sri Lanka has granted approval to review state-owned enterprises (SOEs) with non-commercial interests.