Category: Local News

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.

The Cabinet of Ministers in Sri Lanka has approved extending the retirement age of all doctors to 63 years.

The Cabinet of Ministers in Sri Lanka has granted approval for the import of up to 30,000 metric tons of non-iodized salt by the State Trading Corporation (STC) to address the ongoing salt shortage in the market.

A warrant has been issued by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court today (December 19) for the arrest and production of Ven. Galagoda Aththe Gnanasara Thero

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met Qin Boyong, Vice Chairperson of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) on December 18, 2024 at the Parliamentary Complex in Sri Lanka.

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake addressed Parliament on December 18, 2024 presenting key achievements and future strategies for economic recovery, debt restructuring, tax reforms and social welfare programs.

The Government of Sri Lanka has decided to increase the withholding tax from 5% to 10%.

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today (December 18) presented all the certificates of his educational qualifications to the Parliament of Sri Lanka.

The Sri Lankan government has decided to allow the import of vehicles for personal use, effective from February 1, 2025.

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced a major revision to income tax thresholds during a special statement in Parliament today (December 18).