ADB slashes Bangladesh’s economic growth outlook for third time
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has cut Bangladesh’s economic growth further to 4 percent for the current fiscal year 2025–26 from its previous projection of 4.7 percent amid a fuel price spike and disruption in global supply chains due to…
CID launches probe into coal imports since 2009; Lanka Coal confirms police protection
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has commenced an investigation into coal imports since 2009, following a complaint lodged by the Presidential Secretary today. Lanka Coal Company (Pvt) Ltd confirmed that special police protection was provided to its office this afternoon…
Harsha questions Sri Lanka’s absence at Indian Ocean Conference
Opposition MP Harsha de Silva has questioned the absence of Sri Lanka at a regional forum, raising concerns over the country’s representation at the Indian Ocean Conference. In a post on X, de Silva asked why Sri Lanka was not…
12 refined fuel shipments expected in April : CPC
Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation, Janaka Rajakaruna, says 12 shipments of refined fuel are scheduled to arrive in Sri Lanka during April. He said that the country maintains sufficient fuel stocks without any shortages and that the ordered shipments…
Police probe circulating audio alleging shooting inside a camp
Sri Lanka Police have launched an investigation into an audio recording circulating on social media that allegedly disucsses a shooting inside a camp. Police Media Spokesperson F.U. Wootler addressing media said that a report had been caled from Central Crime…
US-Iran talks commence in Pakistan
US Vice President JD Vance and Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Qalibaf have met separately with Pakistan’s prime minister in Islamabad. Sharif has said he hopes the talks will lead to a “durable peace.” Senior US and Iranian officials convened in…
Foreign remittances hit US$ 814.8m in March despite Middle East conflict
Foreign worker remittances to Sri Lanka amounted to US$ 814.8 million in March 2026, reflecting a 17.5% increase from US$ 693.3 million recorded in March 2025, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. Cumulative remittances for the January to…
Sri Lanka Police introduces WhatsApp number to report reckless driving
Sri Lanka Police has introduced a dedicated WhatsApp number, 070-4755600, for the public to report incidents of reckless and dangerous driving, the Police Media Division said. The move comes as increased use of social media has led to more road…
Man arrested at BIA for smuggling ornamental plants
A Sri Lankan passenger was arrested by Customs officers at Bandaranaike International Airport early April 11 for attempting to smuggle ornamental plants into the country. The arrest occurred as the passenger attempted to exit through the arrivals terminal’s Green Channel…
What did we do in 2026 Q1? Industry ministry outlines progress
Driving Industrial Recovery and Transformation: Q1 2026 Progress Report Ministry of Industries & Entrepreneurship Development Sri Lanka’s industrial sector entered 2026 with renewed momentum, underpinned by a clear reform agenda, targeted infrastructure investments, and strong institutional coordination. The first quarter…