Low-pressure area : Rain expected in some areas today
The Department of Meteorology says a fresh low-pressure area is likely to form over the southeast Bay of Bengal around November 22. It further stated that the low-pressure area may intensify further and is likely to move near the northern…
IRD Records Highest Tax Revenue in Sri Lanka’s History
The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has recorded the highest tax revenue collection in its history for the year 2025, reaching Rs. 2,002,241 million as of 17 November. According to the statement issued by Commissioner General Rukdevi P. H. Fernando, the…
Deputy Minister Sugath Thilakaratne arrives in Pakistan to support Sri Lanka Team
Sri Lanka’s Deputy Minister of Sports, Sugath Thilakaratne, arrived in Pakistan this morning (19 November) on an official visit undertaken on the instructions of the Minister of Sports. According to the Ministry, the visit follows an official invitation extended…
ICC U-19 world cup schedule released
The International Cricket Council (ICC) today unveiled the match schedule for the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026, which will be co-hosted by Zimbabwe and Namibia from 15 January to 6 February 2026. Sixteen teams will compete across 41…
Colombo: Pakistan warship departs, Indian warship arrives
The Pakistan Naval Ship PNS SAIF left Sri Lanka this morning (19), just a day after the Indian Naval Ship INS Sukanya arrived in Colombo, marking a rare overlap of port calls by the two neighbouring navies. PNS SAIF, a…
22 companies you should avoid: CBSL issues new update
Notice to General Public on Prohibited Pyramid Schemes In terms of Section 83 (C) of the Banking Act, No. 30 of 1988, as amended, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka has conducted an investigation, ascertained and determined that “SGO/sgomine.com” has…
Driving licence fees increased for foreigners : New rates
Sri Lanka has revised several fees related to the issuance of driving licences for both citizens and foreign nationals, following new regulations issued under the Motor Traffic Act. According to the Extraordinary Gazette No. 2463/04 dated 17 November 2025, the…
Oxford College of Business among Sri Lanka’s Ten Best Integrated Reports at CMA Excellence in Integrated Reporting Awards 2025
Oxford College of Business, Sri Lanka’s foremost private higher education institution, has reaffirmed its leadership in governance excellence, with its Annual Report 2024/2025 titled “Lasting Change” being adjudged one of Sri Lanka’s Ten Best Integrated Reports at the CMA Excellence…
Sony warns local TV channel over IP infringement
Sony International has reportedly issued a Cease and Desist letter to a leading Sri Lankan television channel, alleging the unauthorised use of its intellectual property and demanding the immediate suspension of a specific programme. According to the notice reportedly delivered…
154,000 retirees affected by pension disparities; Sajith raises issue in Parliament
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today met a large group of retirees who staged a peaceful protest near the Polduwa Junction, opposite Parliament, highlighting severe disparities in pension payments for those who retired between 2020 and 2024. The protesters said the…