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Attorney Gunaratne Wanninayake appears before WP South Crimes division

Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- Attorney-at-Law Gunaratne Wanninayake, who was released on bail yesterday, appeared before the Western Province South Crimes Division this morning (16). Wanninayake was released... Read More


Maintaining fiscal discipline, reforming SOEs 'crucial' for Sri Lanka's recovery - IMF

Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has commended Sri Lanka's continued progress under its economic reform program, highlighting strong growth momentum following the country's ... Read More


PM Harini lands in New Delhi for maiden visit to India after assuming office

Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- PM Harini lands in New Delhi for her maiden visit to India after assuming office Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has landed in New Delhi for her maiden visit to India afte... Read More


Over 100 families in four districts affected by adverse weather

Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- More than 100 families in four districts have been affected by prevailing adverse weather conditions across the country. A total of 368 individuals from the Colombo, Kalutara, G... Read More


Police warn public about risks of online and mobile loan offers

Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- The Sri Lanka Police Headquarters has issued a public alert urging citizens to exercise caution when obtaining loans via the Internet or mobile phones, following an increase in c... Read More


UNP appoints three-member committee to hold discussions with SJB

Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- A three-member committee has been appointed by the United National Party (UNP) to hold discussions with the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB). The committee consists of the Deputy Le... Read More


Donald Trump says PM Modi has agreed to stop buying Russian oil

Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- President Donald Trump has said Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has agreed to stop buying Russian oil, as the US seeks to put economic pressure on the Kremlin as part of effo... Read More


Rs. 25 million in fines imposed on vendors who sold bottled drinking water at excessive prices

Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- Over Rs. 25 million in fines have been imposed on vendors who sold bottled drinking water at excessive prices, the Consumer Affairs Authority states. According to the Authority,... Read More


Body of a male found from temporary lodging facility in Divulapitiya

Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- A body of a male has been found inside a room of a temporary lodging facility in Balagalla, Divulapitiya, police stated. The deceased has been identified as a 26-year-old reside... Read More


Saudi crown prince announces major Mecca development

Sri Lanka, Oct. 16 -- Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announced on Wednesday the launch of King Salman Gate, a large mixed-use development in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. The project will cover up to ... Read More