Govt pledges pension & voting system for Sri Lankans abroad
Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Minister Wijitha Herath says a retirement pension scheme and a voting mechanism will be introduced for Sri Lankans living overseas. He said steps are already underway with the involvement of the Public Administration Ministry…
“I reaffirmed my own commitment to a free & sovereign Palestine” – Minister Bimal Ratnayake in Pakistan
Minister Bimal Ratnayake says he held a productive meeting with the Ambassador of Palestine to Pakistan, Dr. Zuhair, at the Palestinian Embassy in Islamabad. In a post on X, Ratnayake said the discussion focused on strengthening long-standing ties and reaffirming…
It was a fan photo: Actress Srimali Fonseka denies links with ‘Kehelbaddara Padme’
“I’m a strong woman — I won’t let these rumours destroy what I’ve built,” actress Srimali Fonseka told reporters after being questioned by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for several hours yesterday (27). Fonseka dismissed claims linking her to detained…
Flavours of Türkiye Returns to Shangri-La Colombo
Following the success of last year’s celebration, Shangri-La Colombo proudly announces the return of Flavours of Türkiye, a vibrant culinary and cultural showcase in collaboration with the Embassy of Türkiye. The promotion will take place from 1 to 9 November…
SJB slams IGP over “derogatory” remarks on MP Jagath Vithana
The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) has raised strong objections to the recent statement by the Inspector General of Police (IGP) regarding the security provided to Kalutara District Parliamentarian Jagath Vithana, who has reportedly received death threats. In a statement to…
Dasun Shanaka likely to be Sri Lanka’s T20 vice captain
Former skipper Dasun Shanaka is likely to be named Sri Lanka’s vice captain for the upcoming T20 Tri-Series in Pakistan, where Charith Asalanka will lead the side. Sri Lanka did not have a designated vice captain during their recent international…
SJB absent as opposition alliance ‘Maha Jana Handa’ launched ahead of November 21 protest
The Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) was notably absent from the media briefing held today to announce the launch of the joint opposition alliance, “Maha Jana Handa” (Voice of the People). Although the SJB was listed among the participating opposition parties,…
Kuwait Airways resumes flights to Sri Lanka after 02 years
Kuwait Airways, one of the oldest international carriers operating to Sri Lanka, has officially relaunched its direct online operations to Colombo after two years of successful codeshare operations with SriLankan Airlines. The national carrier of the State of Kuwait, which…
LOLC Finance Crowned Sri Lanka’s No. 1 NBFI Brand,
Secures Spot Among Top 15 Most Valuable Brands in 2025. LOLC Finance PLC has been ranked 14th overall, in the prestigious ‘Top 100 Most Valuable Brands of Sri Lanka’ and number one in the Non-Banking Financial Services (NBFI) sector list…
Today’s CBSL official exchange rates
The Sri Lankan Rupee has depreciated further against the US Dollar today (27), compared to last Friday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has increased from Rs. 299.81 to Rs. 299.98,…