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Ex- Minister Dullas writes to Donald Trump seeking tariff reduction on Sri Lankan imports

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- Former Minister Dullas Alahapperuma has directed a letter to US President Donald Trump seeking a reduction in tariffs on Sri Lankan imports from the current levels to 12% for a p... Read More


Special traffic and security plan in Colombo for New Year 2026 celebrations

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- Sri Lanka Police state that a large number of people and vehicles are expected to arrive in Colombo from outlying areas to celebrate the New Year 2026 tomorrow (31), particularly... Read More


President issues stern warning to tax evaders

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- The law will be enforced without hesitation, irrespective of status against those who attempt to evade taxes, President Anura Kumara Dissanayakehas stated. Emphasising that no i... Read More


Inquiry launched after Grade 6 English language module contained reference to inappropriate website

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- The distribution of a newly printed Grade 6 English language module has been suspended with immediate effect following the confirmation that it contained a reference to an inappr... Read More


India authorities undertake strict measures to control avian flu in Kerala

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- Indian authorities have undertaken strict measures in the southern state of Kerala following the outbreak of bird flu (avian influenza H5N1), officials said Tuesday. The outbrea... Read More


Auditor General Appointment: Constitutional Council acted beyond its authority - Nalinda

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- The Constitutional Council has acted beyond its limits, while the President has remained within the constitutional framework during the process to appoint the Auditor General, Ca... Read More


UNP-SJB representatives meet in Colombo

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- A meeting has taken place between representatives of the United National Party (UNP) and the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB). The meeting took place today (30) at a prominent hotel... Read More


Unit 2 of Norochcholai power plant expected to be reconnected to national grid in two weeks

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- The Unit 2 of the Lakvijaya Power Plant in Norochcholai, which remains inoperative since November 3, will be reconnected to the national grid within two weeks, the Ceylon Electri... Read More


Let's lead Sri Lanka to economic success with new plans in 2026 - President

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has called on all state officials to work collectively, with renewed plans and strategies, to lead Sri Lanka towards economic success in 2026. ... Read More


China's Communist Party pledges RMB 1 mln in relief supplies to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, Dec. 30 -- The Communist Party of China (CPC) will provide relief assistance worth RMB 1 million to Sri Lanka, the Chinese Embassy in Sri Lanka has announced. The assistance will be provid... Read More