CPA raises concerns over delay in Auditor General appointment
The Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) has raised concerns about the emerging institutional deadlock between the President and the Constitutional Council in respect of the appointment of the Auditor General. Sri Lanka has not had a permanent Auditor General since…
Cabinet approves higher minimum prices for Samba, Keeri Samba paddy
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved an increase in the minimum purchasing prices for Samba and Keeri Samba paddy, following a recommendation by the Price Committee to encourage cultivation of these varieties in upcoming seasons. During the 2025 Yala season,…
LPL Player Draft : New announcement from SLC
The player draft for the sixth edition of the Lanka Premier League (LPL) 2026 will be held on March 22, 2026. Sri Lanka Cricket said franchises will select both Sri Lankan and overseas players during the draft for the upcoming…
Severe lightning alert issued for 5 districts
Thundershowers accompanied with severe lightning are likely to occur at some places in Colombo, Kaluthara, Galle, Matara and Rathnapura districts. There may be temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers. General public is kindly requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages caused by lightning activity. The…
Education reforms for Grade 6 pushed to 2027 – Cabinet
Cabinet Spokesperson Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said the Cabinet has decided to implement proposed education reforms for Grade 6 starting in 2027, instead of 2026, following recent controversy over content in the Grade 6 English module. He said the decision was…
20 Since 06: Celebrating Two Decades of Friendship
The “20 Since 06” Dinner Dance marked a significant milestone as the Batch of 2006 came together to celebrate 20 years since leaving school. Organised by the batch itself, the event was a heartfelt tribute to enduring friendships, shared journeys,…
Sri Lanka develops first locally engineered eVTOL aircraft
Sri Lanka has entered a new era in aviation and innovation with the design, development, and manufacturing of its first-ever eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) aircraft, created entirely within the country. In a statement on Facebook, Dr. Harsha Subasinghe…
US announces additional $2M in aid for cyclone relief
The U.S. Embassy in Sri Lanka has announced an additional $2 million in U.S. humanitarian assistance to support communities affected by Cyclone Ditwah, bringing total U.S. assistance for the response to $4 million. According to a US Embassy statement, this…
CBSL rates : Rupee appreciates further against the US Dollar
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated further against the US Dollar today (13 Jan), compared to Monday. According to official Central Bank data, the buying rate of the US Dollar has reduced from Rs. 305.53 to Rs. 305.35 while the…
Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe assumes new role at SLFP
Former Member of Parliament, President’s Counsel Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe, assumed duties as a Senior Vice President of the Sri Lanka Freedom Party (SLFP) today. Rajapakshe was reportedly appointed to the post during the party’s Executive Committee meeting. Prior to the appointment,…