Category: Local News

Sri Lanka deploys 51,500 Police nationwide amid rising crime and festive season security

A special committee has been appointed to tackle organized crime and improve traffic control across Sri Lanka.



Moody’s upgrades Sri Lanka’s credit rating after $12.55 billion debt restructuring

Credit ratings agency Moody’s has upgraded Sri Lanka’s long-term foreign currency issuer rating to ‘Caa1’ from ‘Ca’, with a stable outlook.



Daylight shooting in Koskandawala leaves man injured

A 30-year-old man was injured in a shooting carried out by two unidentified gunmen who arrived on a motorcycle in the Koskandawala area of the Weeragula police division this afternoon (December 23).



Sri Lanka withdraws Tri-Forces from former Presidents’ security effective today

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).



Sri Lanka launches nationwide traffic operation today

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



Sri Lanka PM and ADB Country Director focus on education development

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).



Nation’s greatest asset is its people: Sri Lanka Defence Deputy Minister

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 Exits Default: A New Chapter in Economic Recovery

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



Three dead, 46 injured as bus overturns on Hatton-Kandy road

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.



Sri Lanka exits ‘Restricted Default’ rating and earns ‘CCC+’ from Fitch Ratings

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



‘Kudu Salindu’ granted bail by Panadura Magistrate’s Court

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).



No talks on granting Sri Lankan land that threatens India or regional security

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 calls for comprehensive educational transformation in Sri Lanka

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.



Supreme Court confirms death sentence for ex-DIG Vass Gunawardena and four others

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.



Sri Lanka launches Presidential Task Force for ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ programme

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



Sri Lanka sets deadline for firearm return, warns of legal action

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.