Government declares Vesak Week from May 27 to June 2
The official programme for the 2026 Vesak Festival has been announced by the Ministry of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government. Accordingly, the Cabinet of Ministers has declared Vesak Week from May 27 to June 2. The Ministry said…
‘Walk for Peace’ Delegation of Monks Arrives in Sri Lanka
A group of Buddhist monks led by Venerable Pannakara Thero arrived in Sri Lanka this morning, marking the continuation of their “Walk for Peace” journey from Texas, United States. The monks were received at the Bandaranaike International Airport by Venerable Melpitiye Wimalakitti Thero along with several members of the Maha…
Socialist People’s Forum condemns withholding of Tamil writer’s works
The Socialist People’s Forum has condemned the National People’s Power (NPP) government over the withholding of several literary works by renowned Tamil writer Pradeepan Deepachelvan, which have remained in custody at Sri Lanka Customs for weeks. In a statement, the…
Walk for Peace commences in Dambulla
The Walk for Peace commenced this morning from Dambulla, led by Ven. Pannakara Thero, members of the Maha Sangha, and ‘Aloka the peace dog’ a certified service canine. The journey began at dawn following a traditional Sanghika Dana ceremony. The…
Sri Lanka Tourism hosts promotional event in Dhaka
A Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion event, comprising a Media Networking Session, a B2B Roadshow, and a Tour Operators Networking Evening, was held in Dhaka, Bangladesh, in April. According to the High Commission of Sri Lanka in Dhaka, the event from…
CBSL rates: Rupee depreciates further against USD
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar today (22), compared to Tuesday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 312.89 to Rs. 312.97, while…
Former Health Ministry Legal Officer arrested and remanded on corruption charges
A retired Chief Legal Officer of the Ministry of Health, Ahmad Riyas Ahmad, has been arrested on corruption charges and remanded until May 5, 2026. The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption confirmed that its officers arrested the…
Walk for Peace commences from Dambulla Rajamaha Vihara
The Walk for Peace programme, led by Venerable Pannakara Thera, commenced today (22) from the Dambulla Rajamaha Vihara. Launching the programme, Venerable Pannakara Thera delivered a brief sermon, noting that peace arises within oneself by acting with mindfulness at all…
Oil prices edge lower as fragile Iran ceasefire extension clouds outlook
Oil prices edged lower on Wednesday as uncertainty lingered over the trajectory of the U.S.–Iran conflict, after President Donald Trump extended a fragile ceasefire with Tehran but signalled tensions remain far from resolved. International benchmark Brent crude and U.S. West…
Legal action against Kandy shop for hoarding gas
Legal action is being taken against a shop in Kandy city after officers of the Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) discovered it was hoarding gas stocks while falsely claiming to customers that supplies were unavailable. The CAA said the raid was…