UK to grant Sri Lankan garments wider tariff-free access from 2026
The British High Commission in Colombo says Sri Lankan garment manufacturers will gain unprecedented access to UK markets under liberalised trade rules taking effect in early 2026. Issuing a statement, the British High Commission said the reforms enable manufacturers to…
Corruption : Shasheendra Rajapaksa further remanded
Former State Minister Shasheendra Rajapaksa, who was arrested in connection with corruption allegations, has been further remanded until 26th August. The Colombo Magistrate’s Court further remanded Shasheendra Rajapaksa after he was produced before the court today. The Bribery Commission arrested…
New concessionary loan scheme for agriculture & industry entrepreneurs
The proposal for the introduction of a concessionary loan scheme to encourage young entrepreneurs in the agriculture and industry sectors has received a Cabinet nod. An amount of Rs. 500 million has been allocated by the 2025 budget proposal to…
13 arrested for illegal Gem Mining in Wasgamuwa National Park
Thirteen individuals have been taken into custody by wildlife officers for unauthorized gem mining within the Wasgamuwa National Park, according to the Department of Wildlife Conservation. Acting on intelligence received by the Assistant Director’s Office of Wildlife in Polonnaruwa, officers…
Pelwatte & Sevanagala sugar factories to be developed as tourist attractions
Cabinet approval has been granted for the implementation of two projects for the development of some selected premises of the Pelwatte and Sevanagala sugar factories as tourist attractions. According to the government, four selected places in the Pelwatte sugar factory…
Bribery : Court rejects Rajitha’s petition on warrant
The petition filed by former Minister Rajitha Senaratne, seeking an order suspending the arrest warrant issued against him, has been rejected by the Colombo Magistrate’s Court. Senaratne yesterday (18) filed a motion before the Colombo Magistrate’s Court seeking an order…
Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Wins “Leadership in Gender Equality” at Inaugural DEI Champions Awards 2025
Duminda Wijesinghe, Yohani Felsinger, Nishara Johnpillai Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts has been recognised as a winner at the inaugural DEI Champions Awards 2025 awarded for “Leadership in Gender Equality” category, in celebration of its exceptional commitment to fostering Diversity, Equity,…
“If you can’t agree to fingerprinting, find another job” — Govt to postal workers
Cabinet Spokesperson Nalinda Jayatissa said Tuesday he is willing to meet with postal trade unions only if they agree to government decisions on fingerprint attendance and overtime pay. Jayatissa said even brief work stoppages cause financial losses for the Department…
Korea steps up migrant rights after Sri Lankan worker incident
South Korean police will launch a 100-day special crackdown on abuses against migrant workers, the Korean National Police Agency said on Monday. Each of the nation’s 18 regional police agencies has formed a special unit that will operate through Nov….
QR system for distribution of fertilizer subsidies for farmers
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved introducing a QR system or a suitable digital method for the distribution of fertilizer subsidies for farmers. According to the government, this approach ensures that subsidies are delivered on time and that the financial…