Rise in child cancer cases : 900 patients diagnosed annually
The National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP) says an increase in child cancer patients has been observed, with nearly 900 cases being diagnosed annually. Consultant Community Physician attached to the NCCP, Dr. Suraj Perera, said the Registrar General’s Department reports that…
Sri Lanka moves VAT registration fully online from September 1
The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) announced that from September 1, 2025, all applications for Temporary and Permanent Value Added Tax (VAT) registration must be submitted exclusively through its online “e-Services” platform. The department said manual submissions will no longer be…
WATCH : CAA raids sweets shop in Pettah
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has seized a stock of illegally imported confectionery during a raid on a sweets shop in Olcott Mawatha, Pettah. The raid was conducted by officials from the CAA’s raid unit on the instructions of Director…
Gamma Interpharm Chairman Kalana Hewamallika Wins Platinum Award at SLEOTY 2025
Mr. Kalana Gamani Kodithuwakku Hewamallika, Chairman of Gamma Interpharm (Pvt) Ltd, was honored with two of the highest accolades at the 25th Sri Lankan Entrepreneur of the Year Awards 2025, held on 29th August at Cinnamon Life – City of…
NAF Joins MasterChef Sri Lanka as Official Poultry Partner
New Anthoney’s Farms (NAF), Sri Lanka’s leading and most trusted poultry producer, has partnered with MasterChef Sri Lanka Season 1 as the exclusive poultry supplier, bringing its renowned HarithaHari antibiotic-free “green chicken” to the nation’s most anticipated culinary competition. Globally,…
Xiaomi Launches Redmi 15C in Sri Lanka – Affordable Smartphones for Everyone
Xiaomi, a global leader in consumer technology, has officially launched the Redmi 15C in Sri Lanka, reinforcing its commitment to delivering high-quality smartphones at accessible prices. The Redmi 15C is a versatile smartphone designed to meet the needs of anyone looking for style, performance,…
Today’s CBSL official exchange rates
The Sri Lankan Rupee has appreciated slightly against the US Dollar today (04 Sept), compared to Wednesday. According to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the buying rate of the US Dollar has reduced from Rs. 298.44 to Rs. 298.29,…
Light rail sets to be locally assembled for rural transport
The Cabinet has approved a proposal to locally assemble a set of light rails with three compartments to improve passenger transport in rural areas. The Ministry of Transport said the new train sets, powered by diesel engines and equipped with…
Sri Lanka to establish diplomatic ties with Antigua and Barbuda
The Cabinet has approved a proposal to establish formal diplomatic relations between Sri Lanka and Antigua and Barbuda. According to the Foreign Affairs Ministry, the move is aimed at strengthening friendship and cooperation in political, socio-economic, and cultural fields, while…
Kuwait Airways to resume commercial flights to Colombo in October
Kuwait Airways has announced that it will resume commercial flights to Colombo, Sri Lanka, starting October 26. According to the Kuwait Times, the national carrier will operate four weekly flights on Sundays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. In a press statement,…