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Social work must remain people-centred, sustain environmental responsibility - PM

Sri Lanka, Nov. 20 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya said Social work must remain people-centred, inclusive, and rights-based, linking social development with environmental responsibility. She ... Read More


Elephant enters E-way near Mattala Airport

Sri Lanka, Nov. 20 -- An elephant disrupted traffic on the Southern Expressway after breaking onto the road near the Mattala interchange on 18th night.The incident occurred several kilometres off the ... Read More


Only GN certificate needed for Police reports - Minister

Sri Lanka, Nov. 20 -- Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ananda Wijepala debunked a report appearing in a daily paper which said that in addition to the Grama Niladhari certificate, a ... Read More


UNICEF welcomes Government's focus on child rights in Budget 2026

Sri Lanka, Nov. 20 -- UNICEF Sri Lanka Representative Emma Brigham welcomed the strong focus on child rights in the Government's priorities and messaging in a tight fiscal space. However she noted tha... Read More


Minister reveals mystery on Namal's law degree

Sri Lanka, Nov. 20 -- Chief Government Whip Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa informed Parliament that several websites have posted articles regarding Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) MP Namal Rajapaks... Read More


Rs. 330 Bn for public service salary increases till 2027 - Minister

Sri Lanka, Nov. 20 -- The Government has allocated a provision of Rs.330 billion for salary increases in the public service, said Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Gover... Read More


Fresh low pressure forms near Bay of Bengal

Sri Lanka, Nov. 20 -- A fresh low pressure area is likely to form over southeast Bay of Bengal around November 22. This low pressure area may intensify further and likely to move near the Northern co... Read More


Driving licence fees increased for foreigners :New rates announced

Sri Lanka, Nov. 20 -- Sri Lanka has introduced a significant revision to the fees charged for issuing and renewing driving licences for both citizens and foreign nationals, under new regulations issue... Read More


IRD records highest tax revenue in its history

Sri Lanka, Nov. 20 -- The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has achieved the highest tax revenue collection in its history for 2025, with total collections reaching Rs. 2,002,241 million as of 17 Novemb... Read More


"Ratama Ekata" national mission to be launched in Tangalle under President's patronage

Sri Lanka, Nov. 20 -- The Southern Provincial segment of the government's 'Ratam Ekata' National Campaign against drugs will be launched today (20) at 3:00 pm at the Tangalle Public Stadium, under the... Read More