Exclusive

Publication

Byline

Police to ensure security for diplomatic entities

Sri Lanka, March 4 -- In view of the prevailing global situation, the Inspector General of Police (IGP) has issued a series of directives to all Police stations countrywide to prevent any incidents th... Read More


President invites Pope Leo XIV to visit Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, March 4 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has extended an invitation to Pope Leo XIV to undertake an official visit to Sri Lanka.Sri Lanka travel The official letter of invitation was ... Read More


Joint action plan to manage crisis - President

Sri Lanka, March 4 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake stated that the Government was closely monitoring ongoing developments in the Middle-East conflict and will take both long-term and short-term ... Read More


Dry weather conditions expected across the Country

Sri Lanka, March 4 -- Mainly dry weather will prevail in the most parts of the island. Misty conditions can be expected at some places in Western, Sabaragamuwa, Central, Southern, North-western and N... Read More


IMF says too early to assess global impact of Middle East conflict

Sri Lanka, March 4 -- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) says it is closely monitoring developments in the Middle East amid escalating tensions in the region. In a statement issued from Washington... Read More


TIN mandatory for key services from April 1

Sri Lanka, March 4 -- The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced that, effective April 1, 2026, a Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) certificate will be a mandatory requirement for several ke... Read More


Navy launches rescue mission after Iranian vessel accident off Galle

Sri Lanka, March 4 -- Update: Sri Lanka Navy conducts rescue operation for 30 crew members from a distressed Iranian vessel near the Galle maritime boundary. The rescued crew have been admitted to Gal... Read More


Unhealthy air quality reported in Colombo and several urban areas

Sri Lanka, March 4 -- Air quality in several urban areas across Sri Lanka has reached unhealthy levels over the past 24 hours, according to the latest data from the National Building Research Organisa... Read More


Minister Vijitha strengthens economic ties in Germany

Sri Lanka, March 4 -- Sri Lanka's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment, and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, concluded a high-profile visit to Bremen, Germany, where he served as the Guest of Honou... Read More


SriLankan Airlines resumes limited Middle East flights

Sri Lanka, March 4 -- SriLankan Airlines has announced that it has resumed operations to the Middle East, following the partial reopening of Dubai airspace. Accordingly, flights UL231 from Colombo to... Read More