The European Union (EU)-funded �Together We Rise� initiative, implemented by World Vision and SAFE Foundation in Sri Lanka, is a �2.6 million project designed to strengthen civil society and promote human rights, inclusion and accountable governance. MORE..
30 Apr 2026 (5:49 PM)
An Assistant Director at the External Resources Department of the Finance Ministry, who had been interdicted over the alleged theft of USD 2.5 million by hackers, has died by suicide at his residence in Kuliyapitiya, the police said. MORE..
30 Apr 2026 (6:01 PM)
In line with International Workers Day, which falls tomorrow (01), numerous May Day rallies, processions, meetings, and celebrations have been organized across many parts of the island. MORE..
30 Apr 2026 (11:08 AM)
The Free Lawyers Association states that Chairman of the Committee on Public Finance, Dr. Harsha de Silva, has the authority to take action through parliamentary mechanisms if the Secretary to the Ministry of Finance, Dr. Harshana Suriyapperuma, fails to appear before Parliament. MORE..
30 Apr 2026 (9:56 AM)
Oil prices have soared following reports that the US is preparing for an extended blockade of Iran. MORE..
30 Apr 2026 (8:55 AM)
An Amber advisory has been issued by the Department of Meteorology for severe lightning in the Sabaragamuwa, Central, North-Central provinces and in Vavuniya, Mullaittivu, Kurunegala, and Trincomalee districts. MORE..
30 Apr 2026 (5:07 PM)