Sajith slams Govt over vehicle tax hike, recalls Rs. 1.2 mn Vitz promise
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa on Saturday criticized the government over its latest vehicle taxation policy, claiming that leaders who had once promised to make a Vitz car available for Rs. 1.2 million had now moved to impose an additional 50%…
Sri Lanka state bank reports Rs 656 million loss from remittance exchange rate error
People’s Bank says an exchange rate error in one of its remittance systems resulted in certain customers receiving excess payments over nearly three years, with the bank estimating the financial impact at approximately Rs. 656 million. In a statement, the…
AED 974,000 Payment Diversion, INR 22m Fraud: SriLankan Issues Clarification
SriLankan Airlines has issued a clarification regarding two separate incidents involving fraudulent financial transactions linked to its operations in the UAE and India, stating that investigations are underway in multiple jurisdictions. In a statement issued on Friday, the airline said…
Suspect arrested over Wanawasala train derailment sabotage claim
A suspect has been arrested in connection with the train derailment near Wanawasala after investigations revealed that metal parts had allegedly been removed from a railway switch point, railway authorities and Police said. According to Railway Department, preliminary investigations suggest…
Hilton Yala Resort Marks Earth Week 2026 with Purpose-Driven Sustainability Initiatives
Hilton Yala Resort marked Earth Week 2026 with a series of thoughtfully curated initiatives, bringing together guests and team members to celebrate sustainability, conservation, and responsible living in one of Sri Lanka’s most extraordinary natural environments. Throughout the week, the…
Sri Lanka steps up anti-smoking drive with global support
Sri Lankan universities, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and global health organizations have joined forces to strengthen efforts to reduce tobacco use and smoking in the country. The discussion and media briefing, held in Colombo under the patronage of Deputy Health Minister…
Dr. Binod Chaudhary Champions Global Business Leadership at the SLID Chairman & CEO Forum
Dr. Binod Chaudhary, Chairman of CG Corp Global and Nepal’s preeminent billionaire, shared profound insights on navigating the complexities of global business leadership at Chairman & CEO Forum, organized by the Sri Lanka Institute of Directors (SLID) together with Union…
Advisory for the low pressure area in the vicinity of Sri Lanka
According to the today’s (May 16th) latest weather analysis, the low-pressure area located northeast of the Sri Lanka, still persist. Therefore, the prevailing showery and windy conditions around the island are expected to continue. Further, strong winds and rough seas…
Only 16 of 92 Floating Market shops still operating, inspection finds
Officials attached to the Urban Development Authority (UDA) and the Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development have carried out an inspection of the deteriorating Floating Market complex and surrounding Beira Lake development areas in Colombo on Friday (15). According…
Low-pressure area Weather alert for 17th May
WEATHER FORECAST FOR 17 May 2026 Issued at 2.00 p.m. on 16 May 2026 The low-pressure area located northeast of the Sri Lanka, still persist. The Department of Meteorology is continuously monitoring the behavior, development and path of the system….