16 banks to provide low-interest loans for Cyclone Ditwah-affected SMEs
A programme was held at Parliament to brief Members of Parliament on government assistance available for micro, small and medium-scale enterprises (MSMEs) affected by Cyclone Ditwah. The briefing was held under the patronage of Deputy Minister of Economic…
President to launch national program to restore disaster-hit religious sites
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will inaugurate a national program, tomorrow (27), aimed at restoring religious sites damaged by Cyclone Ditwah, with the government moving to fast-track repairs and reopen places of worship across the country, the President’s Media Division said….
Sri Lanka Seat Belt Violations : No More Grace Periods
The National Council for Road Safety announced Monday that police have begun imposing fines for seat belt violations nationwide, marking the end of a three-month transition period. Council Chairman Manjula Kularatne confirmed that the grace period, which was intended to…
India Marks 77th Republic Day with Celebrations in Sri Lanka
The High Commission of India in Colombo celebrated India’s 77th Republic Day on January 26, 2026, marking the anniversary of the day the Indian Constitution came into effect in 1950. High Commissioner Santosh Jha hoisted the national flag at India…
Today’s CBSL official exchange rates
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar today (Jan 26), compared to Friday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 294.46 to Rs. 306.03…
Gold price in Sri Lanka increases
Gold prices in Sri Lanka have increased in line with a surge in global gold prices, traders said. According to traders, the price of a gold sovereign (pavun) has risen by around Rs. 12,000 in recent days. A 24-carat gold…
6 Police officers accused of assaulting Catholic priest further remanded
Six police officers accused of assaulting a Catholic priest in Gampaha have been further remanded until January 29, 2026, following their appearance before the Gampaha Magistrate’s Court today (Jan. 26). The court also ordered that an identification parade be held…
Govt issues call for land donations to support post-cyclone rebuilding
The Government is calling on citizens across Sri Lanka to donate land to support the construction of permanent housing for families who lost their homes during Cyclone Ditwah, the Department of Government Information said. The land donation drive is part…
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Quick-thinking driver prevents major bus accident after brakes fail
An SLTB bus narrowly avoided a major accident early this morning (26) when its braking system suddenly failed while travelling from Thalawakelle to Colombo, thanks to the quick action of the driver, police said. The incident occurred around 5:30 a.m….