Politics LNP - New Govt to set up mechanism to monitor, regulate private universities
The government is in the process of establishing a standard operating procedure (SOP) to regulate and monitor private universities –both in operation currently…
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Law LNP - Once illegal, famous Japanese alcohol Doburoku is making a comeback
Japanese-produced whisky, nihonshu (sake), and beer are popular around the world. But one bar in Tokyo has been trying to reintroduce to locals and visitors…
Crime LNP - Arugam Bay incident suspects held for 90 Days under Detention Order
Two suspects arrested in connection with security threats to foreign tourists in the Arugam Bay area are being detained for 90 days for further questioning,…
Politics LNP - President assures decisive economic measures to protect banking sector and entrepreneurs
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has emphasized that, since neither he nor his administration has special ties or obligations to any party within the…
Crime LNP - Sri Lanka’s Central Bank responds to reports of ‘money printing’
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) today rejected as ‘completely baseless’ the recent reports claiming that the CBSL has printed currency notes to the value…
Business LNP - New contractor appointed for supply of LPG to Litro Gas Company
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval for awarding the contract to M/s OQ Trading Limited for the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) to Litro Gas…
Politics LNP - PM Harini responds to ex-President’s claims on public sector salaries
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that despite former President Ranil Wickramasinghe’s claims about a Cabinet decision to raise government…
Business LNP - CSE emerges as second best performer in Asia
The Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has been placed as the second best performing equity index in Asia. The CSE has secured the second in Asia as of 25 October…
Business LNP - Station Masters to launch immediate trade union action
The Sri Lanka Railways Station Masters' Union (SLRSMU) has decided to initiate immediate trade union action in response to the recruitment of Station Masters…
Travel LNP - Sri Lanka exceeds last October’s tourist arrivals in first 27 days of month
Sri Lanka surpassed last October’s total tourist arrivals within the first 27 days of this month, indicating the potential for a double-digit growth…
Business LNP - NGOs spend billions unchecked
The local and international NGOs registered with the National NGO Secretariat - have committed to spend as much as Rs.30 billion this year, yet more than…
Politics LNP - ‘There is no travel ban on Sri Lanka’ – US Ambassador
U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Julie Chung has clarified that the United States has not issued a travel ban on Sri Lanka and that the security alert issued…
Politics LNP - Govt. to launch probe over X Press Pearl disaster
The government will study the X Press Pearl disaster which occurred in 2021 and will launch an investigation over it in the near future, Foreign Minister…
Technology LNP - A few Israelis remain in Sri Lanka surfing town despite terrorism warning
The last of the Israelis left in a scenic surfing hotspot in Sri Lanka said they felt safe and would stay put despite a warning from the Israeli Government to…
Business LNP - McDonald’s and International Restaurant Systems end franchise partnership in Sri Lanka
In a recent development, McDonald's Corporation and International Restaurant Systems (Private) Limited have officially terminated their franchise relationship…
Crime LNP - Two arrested with large stock of commercial explosives in Padaviya
Padaviya Police Station has arrested two suspects who were in possession of a stock of commercial explosives. Based on information received by a team of…
Politics LNP - ‘Both current President and I are rulers without majority’: Ranil
Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe says that the current President Anura Kumara Dissanayake lacks a parliamentary majority, similar to himself. He made…
Business LNP - Sri Lanka’s third review will come up soon: IMF
Claiming that Sri Lanka has come a long way in terms of undertaking reforms which have led to some hard won gains, the International Monetary Fund (IMF)said…
Business LNP - CSE’s ASPI crosses 12,500 points
The All Share Price Index (ASPI) of the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) has crossed the 12,500 points mark today (04), for the first time since 10 May 2024.…
Crime LNP - No businessman will be permitted to exploit situation by unfairly raising rice prices - President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake announced that the government will support small and medium-scale rice mill owners in enhancing their capacity to help…
Politics LNP - Canada to cut immigration numbers, government source says
Canada will sharply lower the number of immigrants it allows into the country for the first time in years, marking a notable shift in policy for the government…
Politics LNP - Travel advisories for Sri Lanka can be withdrawn within 2-3 days – Minister
Public Security Minister Vijitha Herath says that the travel advisories issued by several foreign countries for Sri Lanka could be lifted within the next two…
Crime LNP - Three arrested over security threats to Israelis in Sri Lanka - Minister
Three persons have been arrested so far by the police over the intelligence reports on security threats to Israeli nationals in Sri Lanka, Public Security…
Crime LNP - President assures security of all citizens following recent intelligence reports
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has stated that the government has taken all necessary measures in response to recent intelligence reports and assures the…