Cabinet nod for recruitment of 15,839 public sector vacancies
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the recruitment of 15,839 vacancies across ministries and provincial councils, following recommendations made by a committee appointed under the leadership of the Secretary to the Prime Minister to review the public service recruitment process….
President leads talks on Middle East conflict’s economic impact on SL
A discussion was held this morning (04 Mar) at the Presidential Secretariat under the leadership of President Anura Kumara Dissanayake regarding the possible impact on Sri Lanka’s economy due to the current war situation in the Middle East and the…
Cabinet approves Japanese grant of eight low-floor buses for Sri Lanka
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a proposal to obtain eight used low‑floor buses donated by the Government of Japan to strengthen Sri Lanka’s public bus transport system. The initiative follows discussions held in February 2025 between President Anura Kumara…
Cabinet approves 04‑year plan to phase out Import Cess Tax
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved a four‑year plan to gradually remove the import cess tax imposed on selected goods, beginning in 2026 and continuing until 2029. The decision aims to reduce production costs, enhance the competitiveness of Sri Lankan…
UAE President receives phone call from President of Sri Lanka condemning Iranian attacks
UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan today received a phone call from Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, who condemned the blatant Iranian attacks targeting the UAE and several Arab countries. UAE media WAM reported that…
UN highlights persistent justice gaps for Women & Girls in Sri Lanka
Ahead of International Women’s Day, the United Nations in Sri Lanka has released a factsheet outlining key challenges faced by women and girls in the country. Under the theme “Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls”, the UN calls…
Over 100 missing after suspected submarine attack on Iranian ship off Sri Lanka – Reuters
At least 101 people are missing and 78 others have been wounded following a suspected submarine attack on an Iranian vessel off the southern coast of Sri Lanka, Reuters reported citing sources in Sri Lanka’s Navy and Defence Ministry….
Hospital gives update on 32 rescued from Iranian warship off Galle
Thirty-two Iranian naval personnel rescued from the distressed warship ‘IRIS Dena’ off the coast of Galle are currently receiving treatment at the Karapitiya Teaching Hospital, hospital authorities said. Director of the Karapitiya Teaching Hospital, Specialist Dr. S.D.U.M. Ranga told Newswire,…
Paw-Sperity Returns – An Avuruddhu and Easter Xtravaganza
Jax the RAS Mascot at the Cinnamon Grand , preparing for the Big day. Also pictured are the RAS Team and the Cinnamon Grand Team, while Nazoomi Azhar – General Manager Cinnamon Grand and Anusha David – Co Founder &…
Digibrush Secures 2 of 5 Golds and 19 Total Wins at Effie Awards Sri Lanka, Extending Digis Dominance to the Effectiveness Stage
Further reinforcing its position as a growth-focused partner for brands and corporates, delivering measurable commercial results, Digibrush secured 2 of the 5 Gold awards presented on the night, accounting for 40% of the top honours in the most competitive edition…