The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced that it has collected over Rs. 1 trillion in tax revenue as of May 18, 2026. MORE..
21 May 2026 (6:08 PM)
The government is hopeful of receiving US$700 million from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on May 27, the Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning, (Prof.) Anil Jayantha Fernando has stated. MORE..
21 May 2026 (1:24 PM)
The Ebola public health emergency in Africa cast its shadow on India s diplomatic calendar with the Ministry of External Affairs on Thursday (May 21, 2026) announcing postponement of the India-Africa Forum Summit-IV that was scheduled for May 28-31. MORE..
21 May 2026 (7:56 PM)
The United National Party (UNP) has raised concerns over what it described as the �uncontrolled depreciation� of the Sri Lankan rupee, questioning the government s economic approach and warning of rising pressure on the public due to the increasing cost of living. MORE..
21 May 2026 (6:41 PM)
The Government of Sri Lanka has expressed deep concern over footage posted by Israeli Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir, which appears to depict the dehumanizing treatment of detainees linked to the �Global Sumud Flotilla.� MORE..
21 May 2026 (3:50 PM)
A special island-wide security program will be implemented during the Vesak week to ensure devotees can observe religious activities in a peaceful and secure environment, the Police headquarters has announced. MORE..
21 May 2026 (3:35 PM)