21,600 online traffic fine payments recorded via GovPay since April
GovPay has facilitated over 21,600 online traffic fine payments since its launch in April 2025, generating more than Rs. 28 million in government revenue. According to the Information and Communication Technology Agency (ICTA), the system continues to expand nationwide, providing…
West Indies break Sri Lanka’s spin record
The West Indies created history in Dhaka by becoming the first team in men’s One-Day International cricket to bowl all 50 overs with spin. Playing against Bangladesh at the Shere Bangla National Stadium, the West Indies opted for an all-spin…
Doctors and lawyers can keep their car stickers – Health Minister clears confusion
Minister of Health Nalinda Jayatissa informed Parliament today that no decision has been taken to remove the car pass stickers provided to doctors and lawyers. Addressing the house, Minister Jayatissa said no such decision has been taken by the government,…
Public invited for Arthur C. Clarke Institute’s 40th anniversary exhibition
The Arthur C. Clarke Institute for Modern Technologies will hold an open day and exhibition to celebrate its 40th anniversary. According to the institution, the open day will be held for the public, including school and university students. School children,…
Government Officers trained on AI to boost Public Sector productivity
A special workshop on the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to transform the public service into a productive and efficient one was held for government executive officers recently (17). According to the President’s Office, the workshop, titled “AI for Transforming…
Minister Wasantha addresses UN Trade Conference in Geneva
Minister of Trade, Commerce, Food Security, and Cooperative Development, Wasantha Samarasinghe, participated in the opening ceremony of the 16th United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), held in Geneva, Switzerland, on Monday (20). This conference is the UN’s premier…
Today’s CBSL official exchange rates
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated slightly against the US Dollar today (21), compared to last Friday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has reduced from Rs. 299.24 to Rs. 299.22,…
New Vehicle prices drop in Sri Lanka amid low demand
Vehicle prices in Sri Lanka have fallen by Rs. 1 million to Rs. 1.5 million in recent weeks, according to the Vehicle Importers’ Association of Lanka. Association President Indika Sampath Merinchige said the drop follows a decline in demand and…
Gem and Jewellery dealers urged to comply with new anti-money laundering rules
The Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka and the National Gem and Jewellery Authority (NGJA) have jointly called on all gem and jewellery dealers to strengthen compliance with anti-money laundering regulations by properly identifying customers…
Financial Assistance from the Asian Development Bank for the Strengthening Integrated Health Care and Governance for Universal Health Coverage Program
The Government of Sri Lanka had discussions with the Asian Development Bank to mobilize a loan amounting to USD 100 million coupled with an externally financed grant amounting to USD 6.9 million from the Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response Trust…