Sri Lanka approves national policy to combat financial crimes
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the National Policy on Preventing Money Laundering, Combating the Financing of Terrorism, and Countering Proliferation Financing in Sri Lanka 2026–2030. The proposal was presented by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, in his capacity as Minister…
Govt yet to decide on judges’ retirement age extension: Nalinda
The Government has not yet taken a final decision on the proposal to increase the retirement age of judges, Cabinet Spokesman Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said today. Responding to questions at the weekly post-Cabinet media briefing, Jayatissa said the Cabinet had…
National digital portal for co‑operative member registration launched
Sri Lanka today marked a major step in modernizing its co‑operative movement with the launch of the National Digital Portal for Co‑operative Member Registration. The ceremony was held under the patronage of Deputy Minister of Co‑operative Development Upali Samarasinghe, with…
ETF opens applications for vocational training grants for 2025 A/L students
The Employees’ Trust Fund (ETF) Board has announced financial assistance of up to Rs. 50,000 for children of active members sitting the G.C.E. Advanced Level examination, under its “Nipunatha Saviya” benefit scheme. Eligible students may select one course from among…
Modi’s New Zealand Visit Closed a 40-Year Gap
Modi’s visit signaled India’s willingness to strengthen ties with New Zealand, despite the geographical distance. With an official visit to New Zealand from July 10-11, Narendra Modi became the first Indian prime minister to visit the country in 40 years….
Tamil artist Hiphop Sangee granted bail
24-year-old Tamil hip hop artist Sangeethsan Ganeskumar, popularly known as Hiphop Sangee, who was recently arrested under Sri Lanka’s Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) has been granted bail. The Tamil rapper and singer was arrested and remanded under the PTA…
Daily vehicle import spending falls to US$3.9 million amid control measures
Sri Lanka has reduced its daily vehicle import expenditure to US$3.9 million following measures introduced to manage import demand amid ongoing economic pressures, Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning Anil Jayantha Fernando said. Speaking in Parliament on Friday (12), Fernando…
Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo officially launched
Home Lands has officially launched Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo, a landmark US$300 million luxury development that is expected to become one of the most iconic residential projects in Port City Colombo. The project was unveiled at a star-studded…
ICC, YouTube expand global access to Women’s T20 World Cup 2026
The International Cricket Council (ICC) and YouTube have announced a partnership aimed at expanding global access to the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026, with live coverage and dedicated content targeting emerging cricket markets around the world. Under the collaboration,…
CBSL denies Kasagala Green Plantation claims, says investigation underway
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has rejected claims made by a director of Kasagala Green Plantation (Pvt) Ltd. during a television programme, describing the statements as factually incorrect, misleading, and without legal basis. In a statement issued…