Category: Local News

Second phase of BIA development project restarts with JICA support

The second phase of the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) Development Project has commenced again, thanks to support from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA).



Why Nimal Siripala cannot leave politics

Former Sri Lankan Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva says he is ready to retire from politics without any issues.



Sri Lankan Rupee appreciated against U.S. Dollar on October 1, 2024

The Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR) has appreciated against the US Dollar (USD) today (October 1), as per the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).



4.24% bus fare reduction in Sri Lanka following fuel price drop

The National Transport Commission (NTC) has announced that bus fares in Sri Lanka will be reduced by 4.24%, effective from midnight today (October 1).



Russian President invites Sri Lankan President to BRICS summit

Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a message to Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, expressing hope that the relationship between the two countries would grow stronger under his leadership.



Sri Lankan President suspends grade 5 scholarship exam evaluations

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed officials to suspend the evaluation of the Grade 5 Scholarship Examination answer scripts for two weeks.



Sri Lanka to reassess privileges for presidents, ministers, and parliament members

Cabinet approval has been granted to review the entitlements, allowances, and privileges of Members of Parliament, Ministers, and former Presidents of Sri Lanka.



U.S. Ambassador Julie Chung meets Sri Lankan President to strengthen partnership

U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka Julie Chung met with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake today (October 1) to reaffirm the enduring partnership between the United States and Sri Lanka.



Nilusha Balasooriya appointed Acting Controller General of Immigration and Emigration

The Cabinet of Ministers in Sri Lanka has approved the appointment of Ms. B.M.D. Nilusha Balasooriya as the Acting Controller General of Immigration and Emigration, effective immediately.



Postal vote applications for Sri Lanka’s 2024 General Election open today

The acceptance of postal vote applications for the general election in Sri Lanka starts today (October 01).



Sri Lanka President urges collective action for a happier, healthier childhood

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his Children’s Day 2024 message, highlighted the challenges faced by today’s children, including poverty, malnutrition, and educational inequalities.



Sri Lanka revises fuel prices from October 1, 2024

Fuel prices in Sri Lanka have been revised, effective from October 1, 2024.



President’s office releases full list of 107 returned vehicles and their previous users

The Office of the President of Sri Lanka has issued a statement regarding vehicles parked near the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo.



Sri Lankan President allocates Rs. 11 Billion for upcoming General Election

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has released Rs. 11 billion for the upcoming general election in Sri Lanka.



Man hospitalized after police open fire on suspicious vehicle in Panadura

A person has been hospitalized after being injured in a police-involved shooting on Thotupola Road in the Pallimulla area of Panadura.



Sri Lanka Navy seizes two Indian boats, 17 fishermen for poaching in local waters

The Sri Lanka Navy seized two Indian fishing boats and apprehended 17 Indian fishermen who were poaching in Sri Lankan waters during a special operation conducted in the sea area north of Mannar on Sunday morning (September 29, 2024).