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100mm showers expected in coming days

Colombo, April 1 -- The atmospheric conditions are becoming favourable for afternoon thundershowers, with rainfall of about 100mm expected in most parts of the island over the next few days, the Forec... Read More


Govt aid for students affected by elephant intrusions

Colombo, April 1 -- The government has decided to provide financial assistance to support the uninterrupted education of children from families affected by frequent elephant intrusions into their vill... Read More


Royal Madras Yacht Club launches first Chennai-Sri Lanka sailing expedition

Srilanka, March 31 -- The Royal Madras Yacht Club, together with IndSri Ferry Services Lanka Pvt Ltd, today launched the first international sailing expedition from Chennai to Sri Lanka, lasting seven... Read More


Exam Dept. denies announcement on 2024 A/L results

Sri Lanka, March 29 -- The Examinations Department announced that they have not issued any official statement regarding the release of the results of the 2024 G.C.E. (A/L) Examination which were held ... Read More


6.8 million TINs issued for easier access to government services

Colombo, March 27 -- A total of 6.8 million Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TINs) have been issued so far for the citizens in the country, making it easier for them to obtain government services, Inl... Read More


Remittances from Sri Lankan workers surge by 16.3%

Colombo, March 26 -- While recording a 16.3% rise, foreign remittances sent through the banking system by Sri Lankan workers saw a significant increase by the end of February this year, the Sri Lanka ... Read More


Govt to act against extremist group in Eastern Province

Colombo, March 26 -- While questioning the Muslim extremist group operating in the Eastern Province, Cabinet spokesman and Minister Nalinda Jayatissa stated that legal action will be taken against the... Read More


Royal Madras Yacht Club to launch first Chennai-Sri Lanka sailing expedition

Colombo, March 25 -- The Royal Madras Yacht Club, together with IndSri Ferry Services Lanka Pvt Ltd, is set to launch the first international sailing expedition from Chennai to Sri Lanka, lasting seve... Read More


No tax revisions on vehicle imports this year: Duminda Hulangamuwa

Colombo, March 25 -- According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) agreement, vehicle taxes cannot be reduced, and there will be no tax revisions on vehicle imports this year, Senior Economic Adv... Read More


Action against over 22,450 institutions for non-payment of EPF: Minister

Colombo, March 24 -- Action will be taken against over 22,450 semi-government and private institutions which have failed to pay or contribute to the Employees' Provident Fund (EPF), Labour Deputy Mini... Read More