Technology LNP - TRCSL to ban use of unregistered mobile phones?
The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) says that the use of communication devices including mobile phones that are not registered…
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Crime LNP - Bus strike called off after talks with police chief
The bus associations have decided to call off their island-wide strike following successful discussions with the Acting IGP. This decision was reached after a…
Health LNP - Unregistered medicines sold near National Hospital Colombo and countrywide
Magen Ratata' organization chairman, Sanjaya Mahawatte, claimed today that illegal medicines are being sold in front of the National Hospital in Colombo and…
Politics LNP - Controversy swirls over unauthorized Israeli religious, culture centres
Controversy swirls around the unauthorized construction of Israeli religious centres at different locations in the country with an opposition MP raising…
Crime LNP - Private bus strike called off after discussions with police
The discussion held today between private bus associations and the Acting Inspector General of Police regarding traffic operations conducted under the Clean…
Technology LNP - TRCSL approves tariff plans for ‘Starlink’
The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) has approved the tariff plans for ‘Starlink’ satellite broadband services to be implemented…
Politics LNP - CBSL’s Policy Agenda for 2025 and Beyond to be unveiled today
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) is scheduled to hold an event on the “Central Bank’s Policy Agenda for 2025 and Beyond” today (08) at 10.00 a.m. in the…
Politics LNP - ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ programme to be debated in Parliament
The Government’s ‘Clean Sri Lanka’ national initiative is to be taken up for debate in Parliament on January 21 and 22, Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya…
Law LNP - Harsha proposes new regulations for ‘Undial’ and ‘Hawala’ systems
The Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance, MP Dr. Harsha de Silva stated that both the Undial system and the Hawala system are not illegal in Sri Lanka.…
Development LNP - Port City to break ground for Marina development on Friday
The Port City, Colombo on Friday will break ground for its Marina development, which is tipped to be a key value proposition boosting business and…
Technology LNP - TRCSL urges public to buy phones with registered IMEI numbers
While implementing the International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) Registration System, the Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) is…
Crime LNP - Overseas Sri Lankans can now obtain birth, marriage, death certificates via e-service
he Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism in collaboration with the Registrar General’s Department, has launched a pilot project aimed at…
Politics LNP - Partly built buildings under ’Langama Pasala Hondama Pasala’ to be completed: PM
Partly constructed school buildings under the 'Langama Pasala Hondama Pasala' programme launched by the Yahapalana government will be completed, Prime Minister…
Business LNP - Govt. to tap migrant worker savings with Rs.744.75mn entrepreneurship scheme
Sri Lanka is exploring avenues to channel foreign earnings into local investments to boost its economy, with plans underway to empower the returning migrant…
Sports LNP - Angelo Mathews ‘absolutely shocked’ by Sri Lanka’s 2025 cricket schedule
Veteran Sri Lanka all-rounder Angelo Mathews is disappointed at the number of Test matches his side will play in the 2025 calendar year. Having last featured…
Weather LNP - Additional trains in operation for upcoming long weekends
Sri Lanka Railways says additional trains will be deployed in the months of January and February in order to reduce congestion in the upcoming long weekends.…
Sports LNP - Rhodes on the roads in Sri Lanka...
Former South African star cricketer Jonty Rhodes and his family embark on a Sri Lankan adventure in a rented three-wheeler driven by Rhodes himself. Sri Lanka…
Politics LNP - Government aims to attract high-end tourists: Vijitha Herath
The government is aiming to increase the quality in the tourism sector just as quantity in order to attract high-end tourists to the country, Minister of…
Education LNP - PM Harini denies involvement in cancelling lecture at Peradeniya Uni.
The Office of the Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, has categorically denied any involvement in the cancellation of the…
Technology LNP - Dangerous structures at Ratmalana Airport to be removed following Jeju Air tragedy
In response to concerns over the risks posed by fixed structures at the Colombo International Airport, Ratmalana and the recent Jeju Air Flight 2216 tragedy at…
Technology LNP - Prisons Department releases photos, denies claims of privileges for Duminda Silva
While denying reports that death row inmate Duminda Silva is receiving special facilities at the Prison Hospital, the Prisons Department released photographs…
Development LNP - Two pilot traffic projects begin in Sri Lanka to improve road safety
In line with the Clean Sri Lanka project, the Sri Lanka Police has launched two traffic initiatives aimed at reducing accidents and easing congestion. The…
Crime LNP - Suspect arrested at BIA for smuggling gold
The Airport Police have arrested a suspect at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake for illegally smuggling gold into the country. The arrest…
Travel LNP - Sri Lanka targets 3 million tourists in 2025 amid economic recovery
Sri Lanka is poised to make a significant leap in its tourism industry, aiming for 3 million tourist arrivals in 2025. This ambitious target comes on the heels…