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Budget 2026 is a betrayal of promises - Harsha

Sri Lanka, Nov. 10 -- Issuing a statement the SJB MP said "While I acknowledge the Government has maintained the macro-economic stabilisation achieved by the previous administration, I must challenge ... Read More


Reserves to top US$ 7 Bn by 2025 end - Minister

Sri Lanka, Nov. 10 -- Chief Government Whip, Health and Mass Media Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa told Parliament on Saturday that the Government has set a target to increase its foreign exchange rese... Read More


Customs set to break revenue 2025 targets

Sri Lanka, Nov. 10 -- Sri Lanka Customs recorded revenue exceeding Rs.27.7 Bn (around US$ 92.3 million) on November 6, marking the highest single-day collection in the history of any State revenue age... Read More


This year's Budget has covered all sectors - PM

Sri Lanka, Nov. 10 -- Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that this year's Budget covers all sectors of the country, and that the Government does not act based on short-term personal agendas ... Read More


Afternoon showers and thundershowers expected today

Sri Lanka, Nov. 10 -- Showers or thundershowers will occur at most parts of the island after 1.00 p.m. Fairly heavy falls above 75 mm are likely at some places in Uva, Southern, Sabaragamuwa and Cent... Read More


Player dies in tragic on-field collision during soft-ball match

Sri Lanka, Nov. 10 -- A 41-year-old man has died following an accident during a soft-ball cricket match held at the Aluthepola Public Ground in Minuwangoda today (09), police said. The incident occur... Read More


Indian agencies warn of Dawood syndicate, LTTE remnants rebuilding drug routes via Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka, Nov. 10 -- The crime syndicate is allegedly exploiting routes through southern India and Sri Lanka to rebuild its narcotics trade after crackdowns in western and northern India, Diya TV sai... Read More


Steps proposed to control animal product prices

Sri Lanka, Nov. 10 -- A special discussion was held recently to address the abnormal fluctuations in the prices of eggs, chicken, and pork, with the aim of ensuring fair returns for producers while of... Read More


Vijitha Herath holds talks with Saudi Foreign Minister in Riyadh

Sri Lanka, Nov. 10 -- Sri Lankan Minister of Foreign Affairs Vijitha Herath met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, His Highness Prince Faisal bin Farhan, in Riyadh ye... Read More


Fitness Certificate to become mandatory for private and commercial vehicles

Sri Lanka, Nov. 10 -- Commissioner General of Motor Transport, Kamal Amarasinghe, announced plans to make it mandatory for all vehicles operating on Sri Lankan roads to obtain a "Road Fitness Certific... Read More