Sri Lanka Police said a special traffic plan will be implemented in view of the 78th National Independence Day celebrations, which are scheduled to take place under the theme Rebuilding Sri Lanka , and the preceding rehearsals for the event. MORE..
29 Jan 2026 (6:55 PM)
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has announced plans to dispatch a mission to Sri Lanka at the earliest opportunity to resume discussions on economic policies as part of the fifth review of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF). MORE..
29 Jan 2026 (2:37 PM)
Six police officers attached to the Gampaha Divisional Crime Detection Bureau (DCDB), who were arrested in connection with the alleged assault on a Catholic priest, have been granted bail. MORE..
29 Jan 2026 (1:44 PM)
The National Movement for Consumer Rights Protection (NMCRP) has warned that due to the budget proposal submitted by the government to remove the Special Commodity Levy on coconut oil and palm oil, it could lead to serious market and health-related consequences. MORE..
30 Jan 2026 (12:02 AM)
Sri Lanka and Pakistan have agreed to deepen partnership in the digital economy by establishing a Joint Working Group on Information Technology and Digital Economy, marking a new phase in bilateral collaboration focused on emerging technologies and digital transformation. MORE..
29 Jan 2026 (2:09 PM)
A 48-year-old woman has been arrested in Ganemulla with 4.5 kilograms of cocaine and more than 3,400 ecstasy pills, with an estimated street value of around Rs. 220 million. MORE..
29 Jan 2026 (6:48 PM)