Cabinet approves call for investment proposals to develop Colombo 10 land
The Cabinet has approved a proposal to call for investment proposals to develop a plot of land belonging to the Urban Development Authority (UDA) at Maradana Road, Colombo 10, on a 50‑year lease basis. According to the government, at the…
No for May Day: UNP replies to SJB, recalling Premadasa principles
The United National Party (UNP) has informed that it will not participate in the May Day Rally organized by the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) this year, citing the coincidence of May 1 with the religious observance of the full moon…
Another financial probe launched over missing $625,000 payment to US Post
Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said that an investigation is underway into another payment issue involving $625,000 remitted from Sri Lanka to the United States Postal Service, after U.S. authorities informed local officials the funds had not been received. He made the…
Four arrested in Galewela over possession of protected wildlife items
Four individuals were arrested in the Aluthwewa area under the Galewela Police Division yesterday (27) during a joint operation involving Ritigala wildlife officers, Kurunegala Assistant Director’s Office officials, Special Task Force police, and intelligence officers. According to the Department of…
Hilton Yala Resort Achieves Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards 2026 Certification
Hilton Yala Resort has been officially certified by the Haute Grandeur Global Hotel Awards 2026, reinforcing its position as one of Sri Lanka’s leading luxury hospitality destinations and a standout in the global wildlife resort segment. The Haute Grandeur Global…
N-able Wins ‘Cisco Partner of the Year’ Award at the Cisco India and South Asia Partner Confluence 2026
N-able, a leading systems integrator and technology solutions provider, has been awarded Cisco Partner of the Year – Sri Lanka at the prestigious Cisco India and South Asia Partner Confluence 2026. In a strong showing at this year’s regional event,…
CBSL rates: Rupee continues to depreciate against USD
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar today (28), compared to Monday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 314.57 to Rs. 314.99, while…
COPF mulls summoning Finance Ministry Secretary on Treasury cyber fraud
Committee on Public Finance (COPF) Chairman MP Harsha de Silva says he intends to summon the Finance Ministry Secretary before the committee regarding the recently reported $2.5 million Treasury cyber fraud. Speaking to reporters, MP Harsha de Silva said that…
Did you know? Victims of harassing calls can seek legal redress – Police
Sri Lanka Police state strengthened provisions under the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act allow victims to take legal action against repeated harassing calls, messages, and the unauthorized publication of telephone numbers. Police Inspector Dilan Kumara of the Computer Crimes Investigation Unit,…
Cow dung hurled at protesters outside Finance Secretary’s residence (Video)
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