CBSL further reduces policy interest rates

The first monetary policy review by the Monetary Policy Board under the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Act, No. 16 of 2023 (CBA) was held yesterday and the Board decided to reduce the Standing Deposit Facility Rate (SDFR) and the Standing Lending Facility Rate (SLFR) of the Central Bank by 100 basis points (bps) to 10.00 per cent and 11.00 per cent, respectively.

Striking railway workers to lose jobs

The government has decided to consider the railway workers who are on strike as having vacated their posts as per the gazette notification issued on September 12.

LITRO increases LP gas prices

The price of 12.5kg domestic LITRO gas cylinders has been increased by Rs. 343 with effect from today.

Respect the media!

Journalism is one of the most powerful careers, with the pen holding more power than even the highest position in any country.

Constitutionality of Online Safety Bill challenged before Supreme Court

Former President of the Sri Lanka Young Journalists’ Association, Tharindu Uduwaragedara today filed a Special Determination petition before the Supreme Court challenging the constitutionality of the Online Safety Bill, which was placed on the order paper of Parliament today (03).

RW slams western media, says no to Int’l probe

President Ranil Wickremesinghe slammed the Western media for their attitude towards Sri Lanka and rejected an international inquiry into the Easter Sunday blasts.

Do not raise third party concerns with US-SL tells USA, Japan

Sri Lanka has informed the United States and Japan to have direct dialogue regarding matters of their own geopolitical concerns but not those of any third party, Daily Mirror learns.

BASL condemns threats, violence to members of judiciary

In a statement regarding the resignation of Mullaitivu Magistrate, T. Saravanarajah, the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has vehemently condemned any type of threats and violence to members of the judiciary.

NPP demands transparent truth-seeking investigation

The National People’s Power (NPP) urged the government to conduct a transparent truth-seeking investigation into the resignation of Mullaitivu Magistrate T. Saravanarajah.

Inefficiency and corruption drain state coffers of Rs. 500 billion

In the wake of the International Monetary Board (IMF) revenue mobilization gains-while improved relative to last year--are expected to fall short of initial projections by nearly 15 per cent by year-end, the state cof­fers are deprived of a whopping Rs.500 billion annually...

Why does China court Sri Lankan MPs more than others?

China, more than any other country in the region or elsewhere, offers exchange programmes to the parliamentarians from Sri Lanka.

Danushka Gunathilaka cleared of Tinder date rape

Sri Lankan international cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka has been found not guilty of sexual assault by a Sydney judge who said the evidence established there was “no opportunity” for him to have removed a condom during sex, and that he was truthful in his police interview.

Full economic recovery not yet assured: IMF team says cocluding visit to SL

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission team concluding its visit to Sri Lanka said that despite early signs of stabilization, full economic recovery is not yet assured.

Health Ministry demands unprecedented payment from medical specialists

Concerns are rising among medical specialists following an incident in which the Ministry of Health instructed a neurologist to repay the salary earned during his postgraduate training period in Sri Lanka.

24 underage couples found engaged in sexual activities at Homagama

Homagama police yesterday carried out a raid on a park run by a private institution in Homagama on complaints that underage children were allowed to engage in sexual activities in cubicles at the park and found 24 young couples in the cubicles.

US raises concerns over Chinese Research vessel’s Sri Lanka visit

The U.S. Under Secretary Victoria Nuland, in her meeting with Foreign Minister Ali Sabry, is reported to have raised concerns about the upcoming visit of Chinese research vessel Shi Yan 6.

Police yet to arrest suspects over killing of D.V. Chanaka’s father-in-law

No suspects have been arrested so far over the killing of State Minister D.V. Chanaka’s father-in-law, a textile businessman in Galle, Police said.

Cancellation of LG poll nominations incurs loss of Rs 01 Bn

The recent decision to cancel nominations submitted for the local government elections may lead to a significant financial loss of over one billion rupees, according to the People’s Action for Free and Fair Elections (PAFFREL).

Finance Ministry to remove import restrictions except on vehicles from Oct .1

The Finance Ministry has taken measures to remove the import restrictions on all currently restricted items, except on private vehicles, from October 1, Finance State Minister Shehan Semasinghe said.

Video of Cargills staff brutally assaulting female goes viral

A video showing a group of staff members from a Cargills supermarket outlet brutally assaulting a female customer is circulating on social media.

Ali Sabry’s Photo with son at UN fuels nepotism outcry

A picture of Foreign Minister Ali Sabry with his son at an event on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly has sparked criticism with people questioning as to why such privileges are offered to the relatives of politicians.

Sri Lanka alert on Nipah virus in Kerala, but rules out any threat

In the wake of the outbreak of Nipah virus in the South Indian State of Kerala, the health authorities in Sri Lanka have taken note of it but ruled out any immediate threat.

New Rules for Foreign Ships and Planes allaying India’s concerns

Sri Lanka will unveil the Standard Operating Procedure (SPO) shortly setting out guidelines to be followed by foreign ships or aircraft in making a port of call in Sri Lanka and carrying out activities in territorial waters, a top source said.

Sri Lanka grapples with crime wave and IGP turmoil

In the recent past, Sri Lanka has witnessed a worrying increase in various forms of criminal activities such as shootings, killings in broad daylight and theft, robbery, and drug-related offenses, raising concerns among citizens and authorities alike.

Some allegations merely conspiracy theories: Top police officer

Some allegations that have been made on Easter Sunday attacks are merely conspiracy theories that reject accepted narratives with regard to the April 2019 attacks, a senior police officer told MPs during a meeting held at the parliamentary complex.

Social media banned for Northern Province health workers

The Provincial Department of Health Services, Northern Province has implemented a ban on the use of social media for health workers including doctors during duty hours.

SL mission in London owes thousands of pounds in unpaid congestion fees: United Kingdom

The British Foreign Office announced that a large number of foreign embassies in London, including the Sri Lankan High Commission, owe the country millions of pounds in unpaid congestion charges.

Decision to recall retired specialists not feasible: Experts

With reference to the decision of the health Ministry to recall the retired medical specialists, medical specialists opined that it is neither a feasible nor a longstanding move to address the shortage of specialists.

No citizenship certificate issued to Diana Gamage: Counsel tells court

The Court of Appeal today was informed that there was no citizenship certificate issued to State Minister Diana Gamage by the Minister.

Authorities admit migration of doctors beyond their control

With the migration of medical professionals from Sri Lanka reaching an alarming level, exacerbated by the low salaries offered to specialists, the health authorities are now admitting that the situation is beyond their control.