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Horana-Colombo private buses withdraw from services

Sri Lanka, June 25 -- Private buses operating on the Horana-Colombo route number 120 have decided to withdraw from service today (25) in protest against the implementation of a new bus service from Mi... Read More


Aviation emissions return to pre-pandemic levels: Expert

Sri Lanka, June 25 -- Operating aircraft burning hydrocarbons contributes around 2.5% of the total carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions caused by human activities, Sustainability and Civil Aviation Speciali... Read More


Dehiwala zoo lodges complaint with CID over fake social media account

Sri Lanka, June 24 -- The Dehiwala Zoological Gardens has officially lodged a complaint with the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) regarding a fake social media account operating under their nam... Read More


CEB introduces new solar tariffs to support small installations

Colombo, June 21 -- The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has announced new flat tariffs for rooftop solar power systems under a 20-year agreement. According to the latest chart, smaller solar systems ... Read More


Digital learning systems must be introduced to all schools: Prime Minister

Sri Lanka, June 21 -- Digital learning systems should be introduced in schools while making sure that all schools receive fair access to teachers, equipment and other resources, Prime Minister Dr. Har... Read More


Sri Lankan workers in Israel granted three months visa extensions amidst ongoing unrest

Sri Lanka, June 21 -- In response to the ongoing unrest in Israel, the Israeli Immigration and Emigration Authority (PIBA) has extended the visa period of Sri Lankan workers currently employed in the ... Read More


Think twice before buying EVs: Vehicle importers

Sri Lanka, June 20 -- The Vehicle Importers Association of Lanka (VIAL) has urged the public to carefully consider their options when purchasing electric vehicles (EVs), warning that the market value ... Read More


CAA raids shops selling overpriced, labelled edible salt

Sri Lanka, June 20 -- The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) launched a series of raids targeting businesses selling edible salt at inflated prices without proper labelling. According to officials, sev... Read More


Over 73,000 new vehicle registrations recorded following relaxation of imports: DMT

Sri Lanka, June 20 -- Following the recent relaxation of vehicle imports, the Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) announced today that a total of 73,489 new vehicle and electric car registrations have b... Read More


Health Professionals Association accuses Health Minister of reversing drug pricing policy

Sri Lanka, June 20 -- The Health Professionals Association today alleged that Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa is attempting to reverse a key pricing policy implemented to prevent financial losse... Read More