Motor Traffic Department makes TIN mandatory for all services from April 15, 2025

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.



Chamara Sampath Dasanayake remanded until April 8, 2025

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



Sigiriya Craft Village to be revived as a Cultural Experience Center

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.



Sri Lanka imposes 18% VAT on egg sales amid industry concerns

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



Sri Lanka’s milk tea price to increase by Rs. 10 from April 1, 2025

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 ready to send medical team to aid Myanmar quake victims

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.



Sri Lanka revises fuel prices from April 1, 2025

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



Laugfs Gas prices increased from April 1, 2025

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



Organized criminal ‘Rotumba Amila’ arrested in Russia

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



Sri Lanka revamps Withholding Tax: Relief for low-income earners

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.



Sri Lanka exports canned fish on a large scale for the first time

Sri Lanka has taken a significant step in its fisheries industry by exporting canned fish on a large scale for the first time, marking a major milestone in the country’s economic and trade development.



Sri Lankan President’s Eid-ul-Fitr message highlights unity and ethics

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake extended his warm wishes to the Muslim community, highlighting the values of sacrifice, self-discipline, and generosity observed during Ramadan.



Sri Lanka to reveal Easter attack suspects before April 21, 2025

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has assured that the investigations into the Easter Sunday bombings are progressing rapidly, with several responsible individuals expected to be exposed before April 21, 2025.



Sri Lanka introduces online service for new water connections

Sri Lanka has introduced an online system for applying for new water supply connections, making the process more convenient for the public.



Elephant Pass Salt Factory opens – ‘Raja Lunu’ hits the market

The Elephant Pass (Alimankada) Salt Factory, affiliated with the National Salt Limited and established near the Elephant Pass Saltern, was inaugurated today (March 29).



Sri Lankan Government steps up efforts to resolve SME debt crisis

Another round of discussions on the current progress in resolving the debt crisis faced by small and medium-scale entrepreneurs was held yesterday (March 28) at the Ministry of Industry.