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T20 World Cup warm-up matches : Broadcast Schedule

Schedule and broadcast information confirmed for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 warm-up matches The schedule and broadcast information for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup warm-up matches has been confirmed, with a total of 16 games taking place…

What the new Occupant Protection Bill means for landlords & tenants

Protection of Occupants Bill, 2025 – A Brief Legal Commentary By Delan De Silva, Attorney-at-Law Sri Lanka’s Protection of Occupants Bill, 2025 marks a significant shift in landlord–tenant law. Its core objective is to prevent unlawful evictions and to ensure…

UNP to launch digital initiative at Sirikotha on Feb. 4

The United National Party (UNP) will mark a significant step in its digital transformation with a special launch event scheduled for Feb. 4, 2026, at its Sirikotha headquarters. As part of the initiative, the party will formally appoint 1,000 Digital…

Manning Market goes digital : Online payment system launched

The Urban Development Authority (UDA) officially launched a new Online Payment System at the Peliyagoda Manning Market today, marking a key milestone in the government’s push for digital transformation. The launch took place under the patronage of Minister of Transport,…

Colombo Court Hotel & Spa Successfully Launches “Court Privilege Membership” and New Lifestyle Experiences

Colombo Court Hotel & Spa, a boutique urban sanctuary in the heart of Colombo, is renowned for its refined hospitality and pioneering commitment to sustainability. Built using up-cycled structures and guided by eco-conscious design principles, the hotel proudly stands as…

Display the National Flag in celebration of Independence – Secretary to the Ministry of State Administration

Mr. S. Aloka Bandara, the Secretary to the Ministry of Public Administration, Home Affairs, Provincial Councils, and Local Government, has issued a formal request to the general public to display the National Flag at all private residences, institutions, and on…

CBSL rates : Rupee strengthens slightly against the dollar

The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated against the US Dollar today (Feb 2), compared to Friday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has decreased slightly from Rs. 305.66 to Rs. 305.58…

Advice Lab Expands Sri Lanka Operations with New 13,000+ Sqft Financial Services BPO Office

Leadership Team of Advice Lab with Prad Navaratnam (seated middle) Advice Lab, a leading provider of financial services BPO solutions to the Australian market, announced the opening of its new 13,000+ square foot office in Colombo, one of the most…

UK–Sri Lanka trade ties in focus at London forum

The Sri Lanka–United Kingdom Chamber of Commerce in London (SLUKCC) in collaboration with the Sri Lanka High Commission in London (SLHC), hosted a panel discussion on the theme “Building Stronger Trade Bridges Between Sri Lanka and the United Kingdom”. The focus…

Lanka Sugar Company refutes rumours about Nugegoda outlet closure

Lanka Sugar Company (Pvt) Ltd. has issued a special statement denying recent claims circulating on social media regarding the operations of its retail outlet in Nugegoda. According to the company, the outlet was temporarily closed on Saturday, January 31, solely…