Dates for third review under EFF to be announced in due course: IMF

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said that the dates for the third review under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) will be announced in due course.

Bandula says will not contest general elections: Plans to produce film

Former Minister of Transport and Mass Media Dr. Bandula Gunawardene has decided not to contest at the upcoming General elections.

Two senior citizens hacked to death in Ahangama

A couple, aged 63 and 67, were brutally hacked to death at their home in Welhengoda, Ahangama this morning, police said.

Jaishankar arrives...

India’s Minister of External Affairs, Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, who arrived in Sri Lanka on an official visit, was received by Foreign Secretary Aruni Wijewardane at the airport this morning.

Special meeting held to review progress of high-profile Police investigations

A special meeting was held at the Police Headquarters to review the progress of several high-profile investigations concerning crimes, fraud and other controversial cases in Sri Lanka.

Jaishankar arrives in Sri Lanka for official visit

India’s Minister of External Affairs, Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, arrived in Sri Lanka this morning for an official visit.

No change in Laugfs Gas prices

Laugfs Gas PLC today announced that no price revisions on its domestic LP gas will take place in line with the recent fuel price revision.

Family found living in treehouse due to lack of permanent home

A family of four was reported living in a treehouse in the Mahawilachchiya Divisional Secretariat area of the Anuradhapura district, as they do not have a permanent home.

Massive blasts in Beirut after renewed Israeli air strikes

Apparent Israeli bombing has caused large explosions just outside Beirut’s international airport during a further night of air strikes targeting Hezbollah in the city.

Sri Lanka faces Rs. 237 billion annual burden due to alcohol-related health issues

The Sri Lankan government incurs an annual cost of Rs. 237 billion to address health problems linked to alcohol consumption, highlighting the significant social, economic, and health challenges posed by alcohol, according to the Alcohol and Drug Information Centre (ADIC).

President AKD to visit New Delhi as his first overseas visit

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake will likely undertake his first official overseas visit to New Delhi for discussions with Prime Minister Narendra Modi after he accepts an invitation which will be extended today by visiting Indian External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, the Daily Mirror learns.

Gem and Jewellery sector fast losing shine as reforms stall

The Sri Lanka Gem and Jewellery Association (SLGJA) has renewed its call for urgent reforms as the domestic industry faces a downturn, driven by surging gold prices and policy challenges that have hindered growth.

Central Bank issues new corporate governance rules for licensed banks

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday shared new corporate governance regulations for licensed banks, aimed at reinforcing the accountability and resilience of the country’s banking sector.

Pension entitlements for CB Governors cancelled

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) yesterday announced the cancellation of pension entitlements previously granted to governors appointed after January 1, 1998.

Customs seize Rs.1.2Mn worth Kush that came in domestic heaters at cargo village

A consignment of cannabis variety Kush worth Rs.1.2 million that came concealed in domestic heaters at the Bandaranaike International Airport Air Cargo Village was seized by Sri Lanka Customs this afternoon.

RW denies seeking Presidential immunity in bond scam case - Spokesman

A spokesman for former President Ranil Wickremesinghe today refuted claims made by Cabinet Spokesman Vijitha Herath, stating that Wickremesinghe never sought Presidential immunity in connection with the controversial bond scam legal proceedings.

Prez in talks with IMF officials...

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met today with an IMF delegation, including Krishna Srinivasan, Director of the Asia Pacific Department, and Dr. Peter Breuer, Senior Mission Chief, to discuss the progress of Sri Lanka’s ongoing IMF program.

Committee to look into MPs’ perks is a useless exercise: Former SJB MP

The appointment of a committee by incumbent President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to look into MPs’ perks is a useless exercise, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) former MP Mujibur Rahman said today.

IMF delegation meets President Dissanayake

A high-level delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) held discussions with President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo today.

South Korean National Day celebrated...

A vibrant reception was held at the Shangri-La Hotel, Colombo, recently in celebration of South Korea’s National Day. Organized by the Korean Embassy, the event showcased traditional Korean culture, symbolising the deep diplomatic ties between South Korea and Sri Lanka. The Governor of the Western Province, Hanif Yusuf, was the Chief Guest.

Election Commission responds to provision of fertilizer subsidy

Colombo, October 03 (Daily Mirror) - Amid confusion surrounding the government’s decision to provide a fertiliser subsidy of Rs. 25,000 to paddy farmers, the Election Commission (EC) stated it has no objections to the move.

UK hands sovereignty of Chagos Islands to Mauritius in historic move

Britain has agreed to hand over the Chagos Islands to Mauritius to secure the future of a secretive military base in the Pacific Ocean.

Namal urges Govt. to probe missing Easter Sunday attack PCoI report

SLPP National Organizer, MP Namal Rajapaksa has called on the government to investigate the disappearance of the Presidential Commission of Inquiry (PCoI) report on the 2019 Easter Sunday attacks.

Farmers to get Rs. 25,000 fertiliser subsidy: Govt.

The Secretary to the Ministry of Agriculture M.P.N.M. Wickramasinghe today announced the provision of Rs. 25,000 per hectare allowance to paddy farmers.

Air France passengers trapped on eight-hour round trip as Iran attacks worsen

Tens of thousands of airline passengers are waking up where they did not expect to be after carriers diverted many planes in response to Iran’s overnight attack on Israel.

Gates Foundation extends support for government’s digitization projects

The Gates Foundation has extended its support to provide financial, technical and advisory support for the digitization projects implemented by the Sri Lankan government, the President’s Media Division (PMD) said.

Singapore ex-minister gets prison in rare case

Subramaniam Iswaran, a senior cabinet minister in Singapore’s government, has been sentenced to 12 months in prison in a high-profile trial that has gripped the wealthy nation.

Former Navy Chief Sirimevan Ranasinghe appointed Ports Authority Chairman

Former Navy Commander Admiral Sirimevan Sarathchandra Ranasinghe took office today as the new Chairman of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority.

Jaishankar to meet President Dissanayake tomorrow

The Minister of External Affairs of India, Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar will undertake an official visit to Sri Lanka tomorrow.

President appoints new Secretary to Public Administration Ministry

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed S. Aloka Bandara as the new Secretary to the Ministry of Public Administration, Home Affairs, Provincial Councils, Local Government and Labour.