Kallanchiya forest to be declared protected reserve for elephant conservation
The Kallanchiya Reserve Forest in the Galnewa Divisional Secretariat Division of the Thambuththegama range in Anuradhapura District is set to be declared a protected reserve on World Environment Day under the government’s “Vanaspathi” National Programme. Spanning 35.2 hectares, the dry…
Police recover first Mini Uzi-type weapon hidden in Colombo cemetery
Police have recovered several firearms, including a locally manufactured Mini Uzi-type automatic weapon, concealed at a public cemetery in Colombo, following investigations linked to an alleged organised crime figure recently deported from Dubai. The weapons were discovered based on information…
Harsha rejects Private Report on US$2.5 Million Finance Ministry Fraud
Public Finance Committee (PFC) Chairman MP Dr. Harsha de Silva says he rejected a report sent to him privately regarding the alleged fraudulent transfer of US$2.5 million belonging to the Ministry of Finance, insisting that it be formally submitted to…
JUMVEA calls for chassis number rule for brand-new vehicle import LCs
Chairman of Japan Used Motor Vehicle Exporters Association (JUMVEA) Jagath Ramanayake has called for amendments to Sri Lanka’s vehicle import regulations, proposing that a valid chassis number be made a mandatory requirement when opening a Letter of Credit (LC) for…
Rs. 61.38 million awarded to athletes and coaches for international sporting achievements
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports on Tuesday (2) awarded Rs. 61.38 million in financial incentives to athletes and coaches who secured international sporting achievements during 2024 and 2025. A total of 37 athletes received awards at a ceremony…
Cabinet approves Rs. 581 Mn for development of 25 towns under ‘Mithuru Purawara’ initiative
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the allocation of an estimated Rs. 581 million under the Clean Sri Lanka programme to implement development projects in 25 towns identified under the government’s ‘Mithuru Purawara’ initiative. The programme was proposed under the…
Minister reiterates substandard coal costs will not be passed on to public
The government will not pass any financial burden arising from substandard coal shipments onto electricity consumers, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister of Health and Mass Media Dr Nalinda Jayatissa said. Speaking at the post-Cabinet media briefing on Tuesday (2), the minister…
No bus fare hike despite fuel price increase: Deputy minister
There will be no increase in bus fares despite the recent fuel price hike, Deputy Minister of Transport and Highways Prasanna Gunasena said. He stated that bus fares are revised only in accordance with the existing bus fare revision formula…
Train services on Kelani Valley line to be restricted due to Cotta Road crossing repairs
Train services on the Kelani Valley railway line will be restricted from 9.30 a.m. on Saturday (6) until 7.30 a.m. on Sunday (7) due to essential rehabilitation work at the Cotta Road railway crossing between Baseline and Narahenpita railway stations….
Colombo to host China-Sri Lanka Friendship Cup Dragon Boat Festival on June 13
Colombo will host the 2026 Dragon Boat Culture Festival and China-Sri Lanka Friendship Cup Dragon Boat Race on June 13 at the Port City Beach Plaza, bringing together sports, culture and culinary experiences in a celebration of friendship between China…