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State of emergency to end this month

Sri Lanka, July 1 -- The state of emergency imposed following the Cyclone Ditwah disaster will not be extended beyond this month, Cabinet Spokesman and Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said today. Spea... Read More


Dengue surge in Sri Lanka : Refrain from doing self - diagnosis, consult a doctor - medical experts warn

Sri Lanka, July 1 -- With over 54,000 dengue cases and 31 deaths being reported in the country, medical experts warn that the country's healthcare system would be crippled if more cases surge. A major... Read More


Travel and leisure: Phu Quoc ranked Asia-Pacific's second-best island

Sri Lanka, July 1 -- Vietnam's Phu Quoc Island has secured the No. 2 spot among the finest islands in the Asia-Pacific region at the 2026 Travel + Leisure Luxury Awards. Celebrated for its crystal-cle... Read More


Rising above the storm: Sajith unites nation on climate security

Sri Lanka, July 1 -- Addressing the National Council for Disaster Management (NCDM), chaired by His Excellency the President, on 30 June 2026, Leader of the Opposition Sajith Premadasa, called for Sri... Read More


Sri Lanka Chapter of SACCJF conducted world environment day seminar for media personnel

Sri Lanka, July 1 -- The South Asian Climate Change Journalists' Forum - Sri Lanka Chapter organised a special thematic seminar in line with the World Environment Day 2026 for the local media personne... Read More


Janashakthi Life breaks into Top Five Most Loved Life Insurance Brands ranking

Sri Lanka, June 30 -- Janashakthi Life has entered the Top Five Most Loved Life Insurance Brands in Sri Lanka, rising from seventh to fifth place in the LMD Readers' Choice Most Loved Brands 2026 rank... Read More


Vallibel Finance sets new benchmarks in Sri Lanka's financial sector

Sri Lanka, June 30 -- Vallibel Finance PLC continued its strong growth momentum during FY 2025/26, delivering exceptional financial performance and further strengthening its position among Sri Lanka's... Read More


Buddhist tourism push underpins Sri Lanka's South Korea strategy

Sri Lanka, June 30 -- Sri Lanka is stepping up efforts to attract more visitors from South Korea, with the tourism officials betting that improved air connectivity, visa-free access and growing intere... Read More


Zydus Lifesciences and Sunshine Healthcare announce JV to strengthen pharma manufacturing in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, June 30 -- Zydus Lifesciences, a global lifesciences company and Sunshine Healthcare today announced the setting up of a strategic joint venture company - Zydus Sunshine Lifesciences Pvt Lt... Read More


Borrowers see little relief as lending rates remain elevated

Sri Lanka, June 30 -- The prime lending rate eased marginally in the week ended June 26, marking the first decline since the Central Bank's surprise interest rate hike last month. However, the borro... Read More