Sri Lanka’s Election Commission urges President to resolve IGP issue immediately

The Election Commission of Sri Lanka has decided to inform President Ranil Wickremesinghe in writing to provide an immediate solution to the Inspector General of Police (IGP) issue.



Sri Lankan cabinet approves continued egg imports to stabilize prices for festive seasons

The Sri Lankan Cabinet has approved a proposal to continue importing eggs to stabilize prices for cakes and bakery products during the upcoming Christmas and Ramadan seasons.



80 Air Traffic Controllers leave Sri Lanka over salary issue

About 80 air traffic controllers have left Sri Lanka due to salary issues, according to Airport and Aviation Services (Sri Lanka) (Private) Limited.



Sri Lanka President thanks Parliament Members for support

Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickramasinghe expressed his gratitude to all the members of parliament who supported him.



Several SLPP MPs to Support Ranil Wickramasinghe in Presidential Election

A group of Sri Lankan ministers, including those who opposed the proposal by the Politburo of the Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP), met with President Ranil Wickremesinghe last night (July 29).



Sri Lanka Postal Department organizes secured delivery of marked postal ballots

Sri Lanka Postal Department has organized the secured delivery of sealed packets containing marked postal ballots to the respective Returning Officers.



Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe resigns as Justice Minister

Minister of Justice, Prisons Affairs, and Constitutional Reforms Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe has stepped down from his ministerial position.



Sri Lanka to allow vehicle imports for business and transportation from August 2024

Sri Lanka’s State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe announced that permission for vehicle imports will be granted in August 2024.



Sri Lanka President vows to resolve IGP issue, ensure September 21 Election

Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that the issue regarding the appointment of the Inspector General of Police (IGP) will be resolved within a week through consultation with the Speaker and the Chief Justice.



Sri Lanka women clinch first-ever Asia Cup title with victory over India

Sri Lanka’s women’s cricket team won their first-ever Women’s Asia Cup title, defeating seven-time champions India by 8 wickets in the final on Sunday (July 28).



Sri Lanka Government Printer completes preliminary printing for Presidential Election

Sri Lanka’s Department of Government Printing has completed all preliminary printing activities for the upcoming Presidential Election and has handed over the necessary documents to the Election Commission.



Sri Lankan Defence Secretary meets Myanmar Prime Minister for bilateral talks

Sri Lankan Defence Secretary General Kamal Gunaratne called on the Chairman of the State Administration Council (SAC), Prime Minister Senior General Min Aung Hlaing on July 26 at the Prime Minister’s office.



Sri Lankan Police constable suspended for planting drugs during traffic check

A Sri Lankan police constable has been suspended following the circulation of a video on social media showing him trying to arrest a group of youths by placing a drug parcel inside their car during a police traffic check.



European Union renews LTTE ban for six more months

The European Union (EU) has renewed the ban on the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) for another six months, Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced.



Sri Lanka Central Bank Governor confident of debt repayment and rating upgrade

Sri Lanka’s Central Bank Governor, Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, expressed optimism this week about the end of all debt restructuring and the start of debt repayment.



Chamari Athapaththu leads Sri Lanka to thrilling win over Pakistan, sets up final against India

Sri Lanka’s captain, Chamari Athapaththu, scored a crucial fifty to lead her team to a three-wicket victory over Pakistan in the second semifinal of the women’s Asia Cup on Friday.