Cardinal Ranjith Criticizes Disrupters Blocking Easter Attack Investigations
Archbishop Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith announced that the leader of the country has made a promise to reveal the truth behind the 2019 Easter Sunday attack. He emphasized that investigations into the matter have already begun, and assured that he will closely monitor the progress to ensure that the promise is fulfilled. Speaking on the issue, […]
Immediate Relief for Areas Affected by Inclement Weather
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized the need for a specific and sustainable program to address the recurring flood situation in the country. He noted that frequent flooding requires long-term solutions for effective control. During a meeting today (14) with officials from the Ministry of Disaster Management and the Ministry of Finance at the Presidential Secretariat, […]
PM Seeks Thai Assistance for Release of Sri Lankans in Cybercrime Centers
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has called on the Thai government to assist in securing the release of Sri Lankans detained in cybercrime centers in Mae Sot. The request was made during a discussion with Thai Ambassador Paitoon Mahapannaporn at the Prime Minister’s Office today (10). Expressing her gratitude for Thailand’s efforts in rescuing 28 […]
Landslide Warnings Extended
The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has extended landslide warnings for several regions. According to Senior Geologist Vasantha Senadheera, the warnings are in effect from 4:00 PM today (11th) until 4:00 PM tomorrow (12th). The warnings have been issued under Levels 1 and 2, applying to the following areas within the specified districts. Landslide Warning […]
Mahinda, Ranil, and Maithri Among Many Politicians Not Contesting in General Election
Reports suggest that a significant number of former Presidents and former Cabinet Ministers have decided not to contest in the upcoming General Election. Notably, former Presidents Mahinda Rajapaksa, Maithripala Sirisena, and Ranil Wickremesinghe, who have represented the country’s parliament for decades, have chosen to withdraw from the race. In addition, prominent politicians such as Shehan […]
Rs. 3,000 Monthly Allowance for Pensioners
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has instructed the Ministry of Finance to begin providing a monthly interim allowance of Rs. 3,000 to all pensioners starting next week. The President’s Media Division reported that the President personally looked into the delay in implementing the allowance. The decision was made during a discussion at the President’s Office, attended […]
Government Institutions Now Require Permission to Publish Photographs of the President
Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, has directed all government institutions to obtain written approval from the Presidential Secretariat prior to displaying the President’s photographs or messages on commemorative plaques or in designated celebration areas for various events. Furthermore, the Secretary has emphasized the importance of ensuring that government-funded activities align with state […]
Allocation of 11,000 Acres from Kantale Sugar Company to Farmers
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has directed officials to allocate 11,000 acres of land, owned by the Kantale Sugar Company, to farmers for short-term crop cultivation. These lands will be provided in plots not exceeding five acres each, and the President also instructed that a proper mechanism be developed for this process. President Dissanayake issued these […]
20 Chinese Nationals Arrested in Panadura Remanded Until October 23
The Panadura Magistrate has remanded 20 Chinese nationals, arrested in Gorakana, Panadura, for overstaying their visas, until October 23. The arrest was made after the Western Province Intelligence Division received a tip-off. The Police Media Division stated that investigations are ongoing to determine whether there is any connection between these individuals and a group apprehended […]
Dollar Selling Price Drops to Rs. 297.62 Today
According to the daily exchange rate report from the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, the value of the US dollar has decreased against the Sri Lankan Rupee today (09). As of today, the buying price of the US dollar is recorded at Rs. 288.58, while the selling price is Rs. 297.62.
