International Monetary Fund (IMF) says its Executive Board s approval for the release of the fourth tranche of Sri Lanka s Extended Fund Facility (EFF) program is contingent upon implementation by the authorities of prior actions, including submission of the 2025 Budget that is "consistent with parameters identified under the program". MORE..
7 Feb 2025 (4:18 PM)
The resolution pertaining to abolishing the pension scheme for Members of Parliament is scheduled to be presented in Parliament today (07). MORE..
7 Feb 2025 (12:46 PM)
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya reaffirmed the government s commitment to ensuring justice for the family of slain journalist Lasantha Wickrematunge, emphasizing the need to reassess legal procedures that hinder justice. MORE..
7 Feb 2025 (2:15 PM)
The Sri Lankan government today officially launched three new key digital initiatives including the GovPay platform to digitize all government payments, which are significant steps aimed at transforming the country into a digital society. MORE..
7 Feb 2025 (1:25 PM)
Sri Lanka Railways has announced that the railway crossing at mile marker 55 on the Kurunegala - Puttalam road that runs over Puttalam railway line will remain closed today (7) due to ongoing repairs. MORE..
7 Feb 2025 (12:38 PM)
Sri Lankan Airlines has unveiled an Artificial intelligence powered chatbot for customer support, named Yaana . MORE..
7 Feb 2025 (9:30 AM)