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Over half of Sri Lankans cannot independently use a computer

Sri Lanka, Nov. 5 -- Nearly 62 per cent of Sri Lankans aged between five and 69 are unable to independently use a computer, despite the growing use of digital technology, the latest government survey ... Read More


Bad food? Colombo residents can now complain with a QR scan

Sri Lanka, Nov. 5 -- In a move to strengthen monitoring and accountability in the city's food service sector, the Colombo Municipal Council (CMC) has introduced a QR code-based complaint system to ena... Read More


Will social media ban guarantee children's online safety?

Sri Lanka, Nov. 4 -- Amidst increasing international discussion about restricting children's access to social media, including proposals to establish minimum age limits, Sri Lanka needs to carefully c... Read More


Sri Lanka has world's most expensive cigarettes

Sri Lanka, Nov. 2 -- Sri Lanka has the most expensive cigarettes in the world when measured against purchasing power parity (PPP), according to the latest World Health Organisation (WHO) data cited in... Read More


HIV cases rise as Sri Lanka logs nearly 500 new infections in 2026

Sri Lanka, Nov. 2 -- Sri Lanka has reported 487 new HIV cases during the first six months of 2026, marking an increase compared to the corresponding period last year, According to the latest figures ... Read More


Health experts warn of disease outbreaks as floodwaters recede

Sri Lanka, Nov. 2 -- Health experts have warned of a possible rise in waterborne and other infectious diseases over the next two weeks as floodwaters recede in several areas affected by minor flooding... Read More


Crowds flock to IRD as TIN requirement takes effect

Sri Lanka, Nov. 2 -- A large number of people have visited the Inland Revenue Department's (IRD) head office to obtain Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TIN), resulting in severe congestion. Speaking ... Read More


Minor flood risk along Mahaweli River

Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- A minor flood situation is possible in low-lying areas adjacent to the Mahaweli River in the Pasbage Korale Divisional Secretariat Division following heavy rainfall in the river'... Read More


Any uniformed police officer can take action against traffic offenders - Police

Sri Lanka, Oct. 26 -- All police officers wearing the official uniform have the authority to take legal action against traffic offenders under the Motor Traffic Act, Police Spokesman ASP F.U. Wootler ... Read More


Is Sri Lanka facing a shortage of psychiatrists?

Sri Lanka, Oct. 13 -- Sri Lanka is facing a shortage of psychiatrists as mental health professionals increasingly seek employment opportunities overseas, particularly in Australia and the United Kingd... Read More