GMOA to decide on Union Action on Wednesday
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) has announced that it will hold a special central committee meeting on Wednesday (07 Jan), to decide on future trade union action, citing the government’s failure to honour written agreements made to resolve long‑standing…
Low-pressure area : Rain expected in several districts today
The Department of Meteorology says the low-level atmospheric disturbance in the Bay of Bengal, located to the southeast of Sri Lanka, has intensified into a low-pressure area, due to which the showery conditions over the island, particularly in the Northern,…
“Still president of my country” Nicolas Maduro tells US court
Ousted Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, made their initial appearance in Manhattan federal court on Monday following their capture by U.S. forces in a military operation in the Venezuelan capital of Caracas, with Maduro claiming, “I…
Naveen Dissanayake appointed as UNP Vice Chairman
Former Member of Parliament Navin Dissanayake has been appointed as a Vice Chairman of the United National Party (UNP), the party announced. The appointment has been made in terms of Article 8.1.1(c) of the UNP Constitution for the year 2026,…
LOLC Divi Saviya phase two commences with 200 school renovations
LOLC Divi Saviya successfully concluded the first phase of ‘Obai, Mamai, Ape Ratai,’ making a significant impact on Sri Lanka’s ongoing recovery from the devastating Cyclone Ditwah by distributing family super packs across six districts, covering 69 divisional secretariats. Building…
HelaGo Launched: A Locally-Built Platform Bringing a New Era of Fair Ride-Hailing to Sri Lanka
HelaGo, Sri Lanka’s newest locally-built ride booking platform, was officially launched today at Waters Edge, Colombo, in the presence of over 200 HelaGo drivers. The launch marked the beginning of a new era in fair ride-hailing, introducing an innovative operating…
Fuel prices increased
Ceypetco fuel prices will be revised from midnight today. Auto Diesel increased by Rs.2 to Rs.279 Super Diesel increased by Rs.5 to Rs.323 Petrol Octane 95 increased by Rs.5 to Rs.340 Kerosene increased by Rs.2 to Rs.182. No change in…
Sri Lanka issues official statement on situation in Venezuela
Sri Lanka on Monday expressed deep concern over recent developments in Venezuela and called for a peaceful resolution in line with international law and the principles of the United Nations Charter. In a statement issued on January 5, the Ministry…
Avenra Hotels Appoints Hospitality Veteran Shohan Chandiram as Chief Executive Officer
Shohan Chandiram – Chief Executive Officer, Avenra Hotels Avenra Hotels has appointed Mr. Shohan Chandiram as its new Chief Executive Officer, further strengthening the group’s senior leadership as it continues to build on its established presence in Sri Lanka’s hospitality…
Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort Launches a New Era of Wellness
Tranquil and tropical with a rugged beauty and temperate climate, Sri Lanka’s south coast is blessed with a naturally restorative environment. On a rocky outcrop overlooking a secluded cove of golden sand, Anantara Peace Haven Tangalle Resort harnesses the nurturing…