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Importers, traders called for talks to prevent market shortages

Sri Lanka, Nov. 2 -- The Government has taken steps to ensure an uninterrupted supply of essential goods to the local market during the upcoming festive season and prevent possible shortages, Trade Mi... Read More


No documents missing from 323-container probe, Minister insists

Sri Lanka, Nov. 2 -- Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara dismissed claims that the committee report on the controversial 323 containers had gone missing, insisting that all relevant documents and re... Read More


'Public likes it or not, necessary policies must go ahead': CB Governor

Sri Lanka, Nov. 2 -- Central Bank Governor Dr Nandalal Weerasinghe said that the financial policies necessary for the country must be implemented decisively, regardless of whether the public favours o... Read More


Halambage smashes unbeaten 80 as Sri Lanka defeat Bangladesh in Hong Kong Sixes

Sri Lanka, Oct. 30 -- Sri Lanka made a winning start to their title defence at the Hong Kong International Sixes, defeating Bangladesh in a thrilling Group B encounter at the Tin Kwong Road Recreation... Read More


112 Interpol Red-Notice suspects identified in 13 countries

Sri Lanka, Oct. 29 -- Sri Lankan authorities have identified 112 individuals wanted under Interpol Red Notices who are believed to be hiding in 13 countries, with urgent measures underway to bring the... Read More


Private movie rooms poses threat to legitimate cinema halls

Sri Lanka, Oct. 29 -- The Film Exhibitors Association has raised concerns over the growing number of private "movie rooms" operating in cities across the country, warning that they pose a threat to le... Read More


House Arrest Law still at concept stage: Minister

Sri Lanka, Oct. 28 -- Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara said the proposed "House Arrest" law, which is still at the conceptual stage, is expected to help ease severe overcrowding in the country's ... Read More


Getting a passport? Five regional offices introduce online booking

Sri Lanka, Oct. 27 -- The Department of Immigration and Emigration will introduce an online appointment booking system for passport applications at five regional offices from October 29. The system w... Read More


Sri Lankan Navy officer earns US Master's with honours, wins two awards

Sri Lanka, Oct. 27 -- US Ambassador to Sri Lanka Eric Meyer today presented a master's degree from the US Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) to Lieutenant Commander Piyumi Kathriarachchi of the Sri Lanka... Read More


Red Notice suspect 'Achini' arrested in UAE, brought to Sri Lanka over Middeniya triple murder

Sri Lanka, Oct. 27 -- Anusha Lakmali, alias "Achini", who was wanted under an Interpol Red Notice in connection with the Middeniya triple murder, has been arrested in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) an... Read More