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)
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved amendments to the "Aswesuma" welfare benefits program while increasing the welfare benefit payments and extending the period of payments for certain vulnerable groups. MORE..
3 Dec 2024 (5:12 PM)
Deputy Minister of Defence Aruna Jayasekara stated that the government is committed to providing assistance to individuals and families who have been directly and indirectly impacted by recent adverse weather conditions. MORE..
3 Dec 2024 (2:21 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)
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal to allow the import of rice without import control permits until 20 December, 2024. MORE..
3 Dec 2024 (4:34 PM)
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)