Big boost for Sri Lanka tourism as British Airways confirms new route
British Airways has announced the launch of direct flights between London Gatwick and Colombo, marking a significant boost for Sri Lanka’s tourism sector ahead of the winter 2026 season. The airline confirmed that flights to Colombo will commence on October…
Verité proposes 3-point plan to cut fuel queues
Dr. Nishan de Mel, Executive Director of Verité Research, has proposed three practical measures to reduce fuel queues and save time, while maintaining the current total fuel allocation. Presenting the recommendations, Dr. de Mel said the focus should be on…
Gas, Coal & Fuel supplies : President’s full Statement
Statement made by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at a special media briefing held at the Presidential Secretariat on 17 March, 2026 Due to the on-going conflict in the Middle East, a feeling of anxiety and uncertainty has developed among the…
Trump says France President “will be out of office soon” amid Hormuz dispute
US President Donald Trump has criticised French President Emmanuel Macron after France declined to join a US-led multinational task force aimed at securing the Strait of Hormuz, a key global oil shipping route. Speaking to reporters at the White House…
President says talks underway with Russia for fuel, assures no power cuts during New Year
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that Sri Lanka is currently engaged in discussions with Russia to secure fuel, gas and coal supplies, as the government moves to manage the ongoing global energy crisis. Speaking on the matter, the President said…
1996 World Cup heroes unite to support children battling cancer
Sri Lanka’s 1996 World Cup heroes have come together to support children battling cancer, marking 30 years since the country’s historic cricket triumph. To commemorate the milestone, the Sri Lanka Cricket Foundation and the Indira Cancer Trust signed a special…
Fuel tanker carrying petrol and diesel begins unloading at Colombo Port
A fuel tanker carrying petrol and diesel has arrived at the Colombo Port on Tuesday (17), the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Aviation said. The Hong Kong-flagged vessel ‘Seafrontier’ delivered the consignment, which includes 17,000 metric tons of 92 octane…
Gateway College Lasses Crowned Netball Queens on Women’s Day Weekend
Under 18 Champions The Under 18 and Under 16 TISSL Netball Tournaments, organised by Colombo International School, were held on 7 and 8 March 2026 at the St. Joseph’s College Indoor Sports Complex in Maradana. Over the two days of…
HelaGo Partners with Social Security Board to Launch Pension Scheme for Sri Lanka’s Taxi Drivers
HelaGo, Sri Lanka’s emerging ride-hailing platform, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Sri Lanka Social Security Board to introduce a government-backed pension scheme for taxi drivers, marking a significant step toward improving the long-term financial security…
President says there is a delay in required fuel supplies
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake says there are delays in crude oil shipments due to the ongoing war in the Middle East. The President said two shipments of 90,000 MT of crude oil have been delayed despite long-term tenders being awarded….