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Cut thermal power to stabilise electricity tariffs: PUCSL

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- Electricity tariff fluctuations could be minimised if Sri Lanka reduces its reliance on thermal power generation and increases the use of renewable energy sources, Public Utilitie... Read More


2027 school exam dates announced

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- The Examinations Department has announced the dates for the major school examinations scheduled to be held in 2027. Accordingly, the Grade 5 Scholarship Examination will be held ... Read More


CCTV helps swiftly arrest bag thief at Pettah bus stand

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- A suspect who allegedly stole a passenger's bag at the Pettah bus stand was swiftly arrested with the assistance of CCTV surveillance, Sri Lanka Air Force personnel said. The the... Read More


Heavy crossings drive CSE turnover to LKR 16.85 Bn as ASPI falls below 21,350

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- The Colombo Stock Exchange opened the week on a weaker note on Monday, 24 August 2026, with both benchmark indices closing lower amid broad-based selling pressure. The All Share ... Read More


Are our banks losing credibility and public confidence?

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- An alleged $1 billion money-laundering scheme executed through "phantom imports" has shattered confidence in Sri Lanka's banking sector. With 13 banks under investigation for proc... Read More


Anuradhapura supermarket fined Rs. 200,000 over uncertified electrical cords

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- The Anuradhapura Magistrate's Court has imposed a fine of Rs. 200,000 on a supermarket in Anuradhapura for displaying electrical cord reels for sale without the required Sri Lanka... Read More


Parliamentary Committee consults police on reducing prison overcrowding

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- The Sectoral Oversight Committee on Governance, Justice and Civil Protection has decided to obtain the views and proposals of the Police Department on measures that could be taken... Read More


SLPP to strengthen grassroots campaign ahead of elections: Namal

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) National Organiser and Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa said the party would strengthen its grassroots engagement by visiting communities across ... Read More


PUCSL sets higher solar-storage payments

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has introduced higher feed-in tariffs for renewable energy projects equipped with battery storage, as the authorities seek to ... Read More


Eric Meyer arrives to take up U.S. Ambassador post

Srilanka, Aug. 24 -- U.S. Ambassador-designate to Sri Lanka Eric Meyer arrived in Colombo to assume his duties as the 29th United States Ambassador to Sri Lanka. Meyer said he was honoured to represe... Read More