India allocates ₹4 billion in grants and loans to Sri Lanka in 2026/27 Budget
The Government of India has proposed a total of ₹4 billion (approximately LKR 15 billion) in grants and loans to Sri Lanka through its 2026/27 national budget, continuing financial assistance to the island nation as it navigates economic recovery. The…
Union Assurance Wins Silver Award for Life Insurance at SAFA BPA Awards 2024
Union Assurance PLC, Sri Lanka’s longest-standing private Life Insurer, has won the Silver Award in the Life Insurance category at the prestigious SAFA Best Presented Annual Report Awards 2024 for its 2024 Annual Report titled “Folds of Value”. This award…
Police summon Shiranthi Rajapaksa to FCID, Namal Rajapaksa to CID
Former First Lady Shiranthi Rajapaksa has been summoned to appear before the Financial Crimes Investigation Division (FCID) on February 3, Ada Derana reported. Shiranthi Rajapaksa, the wife of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, has been instructed to appear before the FCID…
Sri Lanka removes night work restrictions for women over 18
A special Gazette notification has been issued permitting the employment of women over the age of 18 for night work in the hospitality and food service industries, subject to strict conditions to safeguard their safety, health and welfare. The Extraordinary…
Traders oppose govt plan to transfer economic centre management
Business owners at economic centres voiced strong opposition to the government’s plan to transfer management of their centres to a newly established state-owned company during a meeting held yesterday (31 January) at the Dambulla Economic Centre, it was reported. The…
Sri Lanka’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad officially submitted to ICC
Official: Sri Lanka have formally submitted their squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 to the ICC The post Sri Lanka’s T20 World Cup 2026 squad officially submitted to ICC appeared first on Newswire.
Severe lightning alert for 7 districts
Thundershowers accompanied with severe lightning are likely to occur at some places in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle and Matara districts. There may be temporary localized strong winds during thundershowers. General public is kindly requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damages…
Govt committed to clearing illegal settlements in tank reserves: Minister Lalkantha
The government is committed to removing settlements encroaching on tank reserves to protect the country’s irrigation systems, Minister of Agriculture, Livestock, Land and Irrigation K. D. Lal Kantha said Monday, emphasizing a firm stance despite protests and political pressure. Speaking…
Buddha relics from Gujarat to be exhibited at Gangaramaya Temple from February 4
Sacred Relics of the Buddha from Gujarat, India, to be open for Public Veneration at Gangaramaya temple from the 04th to 11th of February. Arrangements have been finalized to bring the sacred bodily relics of the Buddha to Sri Lanka….
ICC T20 World Cup trophy arrives in Jaffna today: full schedule
The ICC Men’s T20 World Cup trophy is set to arrive in Jaffna today as part of the Sri Lanka leg of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Trophy Tour, marking a significant stop in the islandwide promotional journey ahead…