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…
What Changed Under the New Cabinet Gazette : Who Controls What Now?
A special gazette issued by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake on October 18, 2025, has redefined the functions and institutions under several ministries following the recent Cabinet reshuffle. Key changes listed in the gazette are as follows: 1. Ministry of Defence…
Kumar Sangakkara warns public over AI-generated scam videos using his image
Sri Lanka cricket legend Kumar Sangakkara has urged the public not to be misled by a series of AI-generated videos and advertisements circulating online that falsely feature him endorsing financial schemes. Speaking to NewsWire, Sangakkara said that his name and…
Justice Minister admits delay in LGBTQI law reforms despite NPP pledge
Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara said the government has not established a timeline to amend laws which target the LGBTQI community, despite the inclusion of such reforms in the National People’s Power (NPP) manifesto. Sections 365 and 365A of the Penal…
Who gets textbooks in 2026? Education Ministry reveals Grade-wise breakdown
The Ministry of Education has clarified that the printing of textbooks for schools has not been halted, but changes have been made to certain grades under the government’s proposed education reforms. Education Ministry Secretary Nalaka Kaluwewa states that textbooks for…
Justice Minister says MP Lakmali’s statement not in contempt of court
Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara said he does not believe recent remarks made by National People’s Power (NPP) MP Lakmali Hemachandra amount to contempt of court, following criticism of her comments during a public meeting. At a Provincial Coordination Committee meeting…
“Citizens must be humane too” – Justice Minister
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Namal Rajapaksa in Korea to attend series of religious events
Opposition MP Namal Rajapaksa is currently in South Korea to attend several religious and cultural events aimed at promoting interfaith and cultural harmony. During the visit, Rajapaksa called on the Chief Monk of Bucheon Seok Won Sa Temple, Most Venerable…