UK Visitor Visa goes Digital: No more Visa stickers
From 25 February 2026, the UK has made one of its biggest changes to how visitor visas are issued. If you apply and pay for a UK visit visa on or after this date, you will not receive a visa…
Police announce measures to prevent student violence after 2026 O/L exams
The Sri Lanka Police has announced that special security and preventive measures will be implemented following the conclusion of the 2026 General Certificate of Education Ordinary Level (G.C.E. O/L) Examination, which ends today (26 Feb). Police said that based on…
CID complaint filed over alleged false coal report
Chairman of the ‘Magen Ratata’ movement, Sanjaya Mahawatta, has submitted a complaint to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) requesting an immediate investigation against individuals who presented false information regarding the recent coal incident. According to the state newspaper Dinamina, he…
Cricket world has evolved : Sanga’s request for Sri Lanka Cricket
Former Sri Lankan skipper Kumar Sangakkara has spoken out on the current state of Sri Lankan cricket, acknowledging the pain felt by both fans and players after recent setbacks. “There is a lot of hurt all around. The fans are…
Kalu Palama construction ongoing; trains to Kandy by year-end – Deputy Minister
Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways Prasanna Gunasena says train operations in Kandy are expected to recommence before the end of this year, as previously announced, dismissing reports that repair work on the Peradeniya ‘Kalu Palama’ (Black Bridge) has stalled….
Electricity TUs to launch 06‑hour strike : Customs continue black‑band protest
Electricity trade unions say that they will engage in a six‑hour token strike today (26 Feb) based on eight demands. The unions stated that although authorities were informed of their issues on several occasions, no solutions have been provided so…
US Private Sector interested in exploring Graphite investment opportunities in SL
A delegation representing the Montana State Partnership Program met with Ambassador of Sri Lanka to the United States, Mahinda Samarasinghe, on Wednesday (25 Feb) to explore substantial investment opportunities in Sri Lanka’s graphite sector. According to a statement from the…
Phoenix Ogilvy Dominates Sri Lanka’s Creative Rankings : Standout year with international award show wins at LIA, One Asia, Clio, AdFest, Spikes Asia & The Work
Irvin Weerackody – Chairman, Ogilvy Group Sri Lanka Phoenix Ogilvy has been named 2025 Sri Lanka Agency of the Year after topping The Campaign Brief Asia’s Creative Rankings as the most internationally awarded agency in the country. The agency’s ranking…
Watch : Fire erupts at Kerawalapitiya Garbage Dump
A fire has broken out near the Kerawalapitiya expressway entrance. According to reports, the blaze started at the Kerawalapitiya garbage dump. Two fire trucks have been dispatched to the scene to bring the fire under control. (Newswire) The post Watch…
Monthly basic needs cost rises to Rs. 16,730 : Census Department
The Department of Census and Statistics has released the Official Poverty Line figures for January 2026, revealing that an individual requires a minimum of Rs. 16,730 per month to meet basic needs. According to the data, the highest cost of…