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Sri Lanka to Implement Long-Awaited Tariff Policy in 2025 - Min Chathuranga

Srilanka, Feb. 25 -- Sri Lanka's long-awaited Tariff Policy, which has been a topic of discussion among industrialists for years, is set to be implemented this year, according to Deputy Minister of In... Read More


Pope Francis still critical but shows 'slight improvement' - Vatican

Srilanka, Feb. 25 -- Pope Francis is still critically ill as he battles double pneumonia, but his condition has shown a "slight improvement," the Vatican said Monday.The 88-year-old pontiff is spendin... Read More


Sri Lanka and Maldives Collaborate on Unified Tourism Initiative

Srilanka, Feb. 25 -- The government is contemplating the implementation of a collaborative tourism initiative between the Maldives and Sri Lanka. This initiative was discussed today (25) during a mee... Read More


Four Inmates Escape from Kandakadu Rehabilitation Centre

Srilanka, Feb. 25 -- Four inmates have escaped from the Kandakadu Rehabilitation Center in Polonnaruwa, authorities report. The escapees, who are reportedly severely addicted to drugs, are between th... Read More


Special School Holiday Announced

Srilanka, Feb. 25 -- The Ministry of Education, Information Technology, and Culture has declared a holiday for Tamil schools in the Sabaragamuwa and Uva provinces on February 27 in honor of Maha Shiva... Read More


Election Commission to Decide on LG Polls on Feb 27

Srilanka, Feb. 25 -- The Election Commission is set to convene on February 27 to discuss key decisions regarding the local government elections. As per a recent gazette notification issued by the Min... Read More


Cabinet Approves March 2-8 as Women's Week in Sri Lanka

Srilanka, Feb. 25 -- Cabinet approval has been granted to designate March 2 to 8 as Women's Week in Sri Lanka, aligning with International Women's Day. This year's theme for the week is "Sustainable F... Read More


Cabinet Approves Extension of Operational Period for Colombo Port City

Srilanka, Feb. 25 -- The Project Management Unit (PMU) of the Colombo Port City Development Project plays a crucial role as the primary liaison between the Government of Sri Lanka and CHEC Port City C... Read More


Two Arrested with Illegal Cigarette Stock Following Military Intelligence Tip

Srilanka, Feb. 25 -- Acting on information provided by the Military Intelligence Corps, the Anti-Corruption Unit in Walana conducted a raid on February 24, 2025, in Aluthkade. During the operation, t... Read More


Police Seek Public Help to Capture Suspects in Galle Murder

Srilanka, Feb. 25 -- Police are seeking public assistance in locating three suspects involved in the murder of a motorcyclist at Dadalla Cemetery Junction in Galle. In a statement, authorities confir... Read More