The government has decided to provide an allowance of Rs. 6,000 to assist parents who are unable to afford school stationery and equipment for their children. MORE..
3 Dec 2024 (2:33 PM)
The Cabinet Spokesman, Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa stated that the report of the committee headed by former Supreme Court Justice K.T. Chitrasiri, which was appointed to review the allowances, perks and privileges provided to Members of Parliament, Ministers and former Presidents, is currently being studied. MORE..
3 Dec 2024 (6:28 PM)
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa criticized the government for allegedly using the Prevention of Terrorism Act (PTA) to suppress social media freedom, despite promising to abolish the controversial legislation before coming to power. MORE..
3 Dec 2024 (2:27 PM)
A special operation conducted by the Sri Lanka Navy has led to the seizure of an Indian fishing boat and the apprehension of 18 Indian fishermen, poaching in Sri Lankan waters. MORE..
3 Dec 2024 (8:23 PM)
Sri Lanka s port expansion project led by Indian conglomerate Adani Group is progressing as planned, an official was reported as saying on Tuesday. MORE..
3 Dec 2024 (6:22 PM)
Bharat Subcontinental Agri Foundation (BSAF) is scheduled to organise South Asia Agri Forum - an event discussing the evolving scenario of pulses, grains, dry fruits, and spices in South Asia - from 15-16 January 2025 in Shangri-La Hotel in Colombo, Sri Lanka. MORE..
3 Dec 2024 (11:47 PM)