Gita Gopinath to Leave IMF, Returns to Harvard as Inaugural Coffey Professor
Gita Gopinath Newswire Global Economy Update The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) First Deputy Managing Director Gita Gopinath is set to step down from her position at the end of August 2025, marking the end of a transformative tenure at the…
Sri Lanka to partner with AI Singapore for joint R&D
The Cabinet has approved a proposal to sign a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with AI Singapore, a national program run by the National University of Singapore, to support Sri Lanka’s strategic goals in artificial intelligence. The partnership aims to facilitate…
Govt says Education Ministry open to feedback on reforms
Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Nalinda Jayatissa addressed concerns about the history subject under the new education reforms, stating that misleading claims are being circulated. The Minister said that false information has been spread by the opposition suggesting that history and aesthetics…
Former minister’s private secretary arrested and granted bail
An associate of former Minister of Labour and Foreign Employment Manusha Nanayakkara who was arrested in connection with a corruption investigation earlier today, has been granted bail by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. The suspect, Shan Yahampath Gunarathne, was arrested by…
SUV deal : Emotional MP Jagath Vithana appeals for justice
SJB MP Jagath Vithana delivered an emotional speech in Parliament, expressing anguish over the recent arrest of his son in connection with a vehicle sold by the daughter of MP Rohitha Abeygunawardena. Vithana said the vehicle, purchased in good faith…
Cabinet approves call for local bids to supply medicines in 2026
The Cabinet has approved a proposal by the Minister of Health and Mass Media to invite expressions of interest and technical proposals from local manufacturers for the supply of medicines and medical supplies for 2026. This follows the 2025 procurement…
Sri Lanka to get new cybersecurity lab to support digital transformation
The Cabinet has approved a proposal to establish a Threat Hunting and Malware Analysis Lab under the Sri Lanka Computer Emergency Readiness Team (Sri Lanka CERT). The initiative aims to strengthen cybersecurity as the country advances major digital transformation projects,…
Young Sri Lankan startup founder Anton Fonseka has helped over 1,000 American healthcare agencies launch and operate.
A Sri Lankan-founded technology and home health-consulting company established by AntonFonseka, has achieved a breakthrough in the U.S. healthcare sector by surpassing half a million dollars in revenue within its first year. Anton Fonseka is an entrepreneur from Sri Lanka…
Six airlines owe Rs. 27.6 Bn in embarkation levy – Deputy Minister
Ports and Civil Aviation Deputy Minister Janitha Ruwan Kodithuwakku told Parliament that six airlines, including SriLankan Airlines, have defaulted on embarkation levy payments totalling Rs. 27.6 billion to the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). SriLankan Airlines accounts for Rs. 24.6 billion…
HNB Assurance Celebrates a Year of Growth, Gratitude, and Greatness at 2025 Staff Conference
Highlights from the HNB Assurance Staff Conference 2025 In a vibrant celebration of unity, purpose, and achievement, HNB Assurance PLC hosted its highly anticipated 2025 Staff Conference, bringing together over 850 employees from across the island. Held under the empowering…