Category: Local News

Former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte, who was arrested for causing a road accident while driving under the influence of alcohol, has been granted bail.

Arumahandi Janith Madusanka, also known as “Podi Lassi”, a notorious underworld figure, was ordered to be released on bail today (December 9) by Balapitiya Magistrate R.D. Janaka.

A report containing recommendations on managing animals in Sri Lanka that harm local agriculture, including monkeys and toque monkeys, is set to be submitted today (December 9).

The Vehicle Importers’ Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL) confirmed that no official announcement has been made regarding the resumption of vehicle imports.

The Sri Lanka Navy celebrates its 74th Anniversary today, December 9, 2024. Under the leadership of Vice Admiral Priyantha Perera, Commander of the Navy, a series of events are being held across Naval Commands to honor the Navy’s traditions and religious practices.

Private companies have requested approval from the Sri Lankan government to import salt.

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) states that rice mills in the Polonnaruwa area will be subjected to a special inspection today (December 8).

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake instructed rice traders today (December 7) to reduce both wholesale and retail rice prices.

The U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Mr. Donald Lu, expressed the United States government’s commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s ongoing anti-corruption initiatives during a meeting with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat today (December 7).

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) submitted a proposal to the Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) yesterday (December 6, 2024) to maintain the current electricity tariffs for the next six months.

Former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte, who was released on bail yesterday (December 5), has been re-arrested today (December 6).

The Resolution on the Vote on Account for the first four months of 2025 was passed in the Sri Lankan Parliament today (December 6) without a vote.

Sugath Wasantha de Silva, a Member of Parliament from the National People’s Power (NPP), became the first physically challenged MP in Sri Lanka’s history to address Parliament.

A roundtable discussion titled “Improving Sri Lanka’s Economic Security Through Its Strategic Location in the Indian Ocean” was held on December 5, 2024, at the Ministry of Defence.

A 73-year-old woman was shot dead by two unidentified gunmen at Bogahawewa in Padaviya last night.

Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has urged all professionals to collaborate in advancing the country’s digitalization efforts.