India has raised import tariffs on gold and silver to 15% from 6%, government orders said on Wednesday, as part of efforts to curb overseas purchases of the metals and ease pressure on the country s foreign exchange reserves. MORE..
13 May 2026 (10:26 AM)
An individual has died while 62 families in four districts have been affected by prevailing adverse weather conditions. MORE..
13 May 2026 (1:15 PM)
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya instructed officials to implement development projects by taking into account the practical needs of the people. MORE..
13 May 2026 (10:42 AM)
Heavy rain accompanied by dense fog has been reported since early this morning (13) along the Talawakelle�Nuwara Eliya main road, affecting visibility and disrupting traffic movement in the area. MORE..
13 May 2026 (11:08 AM)
The National Building Research Organisation (NBRO) states that due to the heavy rainfall currently affecting the island, residents living in mountainous and landslide-prone areas must remain highly vigilant regarding early warning signs of landslides. MORE..
13 May 2026 (11:06 AM)
Level 2 landslide warnings have been issued to several areas of five districts owing to the prevailing heavy rainfall conditions across the country. MORE..
13 May 2026 (12:02 PM)