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50 estate houses submerged in Dickoya as heavy rains lash Hatton

Sri Lanka, April 21 -- Persistent heavy rainfall in the Hatton-Dickoya area has caused severe flooding in the low-lying areas of the Fordyce Estate in Dickoya today (21). Approximately 50 estate hous... और पढ़ें


Two close associates of 'Kudu Salindu' arrested with drugs

Sri Lanka, April 21 -- The Walana Central Anti-Corruption Striking Force arrested two close associates of an alleged notorious organised criminal and drug trafficker Salindu Malshitha, known as "Kudu ... और पढ़ें


Coconut exports face logistical hurdles

Sri Lanka, April 20 -- Direct impacts on Sri Lankan coconut exports remain limited despite regional instability, though shipping delays and rising freight costs present operational difficulties. Cocon... और पढ़ें


Sri Lanka customs revenue beats targets

Sri Lanka, April 20 -- Revenue collections reached Rs. 743.6 billion leading up to the 2026 Sinhala and Tamil New Year, exceeding the initial targets set for the period. Sri Lanka Customs Media Spokes... और पढ़ें


Expressway revenue tops Rs. 441 million

Sri Lanka, April 20 -- Earnings from the expressway network surpassed Rs. 441 million throughout the New Year travel window spanning 10 to 18 April. Road Development Authority Director General Anuradh... और पढ़ें


Sri Lanka tourism revenue drops in March

Sri Lanka, April 20 -- Foreign exchange earnings from tourism plummeted to $223.7 million in March 2026, marking a 37% decline compared to the previous year, according to Central Bank data citing the ... और पढ़ें


Indian Vice President visits Nuwara Eliya

Sri Lanka, April 20 -- Indian Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan visited the Nuwara Eliya area today (20) to inspect sites associated with the Indian Housing Project for the Indian-origin Tamil commun... और पढ़ें


Indonesian social media activists arrested at BIA with narcotics

Sri Lanka, April 20 -- Two Indonesian social media activists were apprehended at Bandaranaike International Airport for attempting to smuggle "Kush" cannabis into the country. Officers from the Sri L... और पढ़ें


University student dies while bathing in Bentota Sea

Sri Lanka, April 20 -- A final-year student from the University of Moratuwa passed away this afternoon (19) after being swept away by a wave while bathing in the Bentota sea. Police report that the d... और पढ़ें


Indian Vice President concludes Sri Lanka visit

Sri Lanka, April 20 -- Indian Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan departed the island this afternoon (20) following the conclusion of a two-day official visit. This visit marks the first time an Indian... और पढ़ें