Former MP Eran, makes clarion call from voters not to elect corrupt candidates
At this time of the general election, Sri Lankan citizens should go beyond the party politics and choose honest, experienced and educated person to be sent to Parliament as an MP. Otherwise it is impossible to correct the mistakes made by sending unfit people until the next general election dormer MP Eran Wickramaratne warned. .
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Government Moves to Control Rising Coconut Oil Prices amid Shortage
The government plans immediate action to control rapidly rising coconut and coconut oil prices in response to a supply shortage and high local demand, Agriculture Ministry sources disclosed.
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Maldivian, five Sri Lankans arrested so far over Arugam Bay threat
A total of six suspects including a Maldivian national have been arrested so far in connection with the security threats to tourists in Arugam Bay, Public Security Minister Vijitha Herath said.
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No plans for withdrawal of military security from places of religious worship
The Defence Ministry scotched speculation in social media that the government is planning to withdraw military personnel assigned for duty at places of religious worship.
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Lohan Ratwatte transferred to Prison Hospital
Former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte, who was arrested and remanded on charges of using a luxury car illegally imported from abroad and assembled in Sri Lanka, has been transferred to the prison hospital.
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U.S. Leads Investment Resurgence in Sri Lanka amid Political Changes
Behind the News The United States of America (USA) is the first country to renew its foreign investment in Sri Lanka following the inauguration of left-wing JVP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake as President of the island nation.
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Sri Lanka Wants To End Debt Treatment Soon, Says Treasury Secretary
Sri Lanka’s Finance Secretary, Mahinda Siriwardena, has expressed optimism that the country’s debt treatment chapter will soon be closed, paving the way for a renewed and robust financial relationship.
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Postal voting for General Election 2024 continues on second day
The marking of postal votes for the upcoming General Election 2024 entered its second day today (01), after commencing on October 30.
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Sri Lanka delegation discussed taxes, revenues with IMF: Minister
A Sri Lanka delegation had discussed taxes and revenue targets during a visit the International Monetary Fund headquarters in the US, Minister Vijitha Herath said.
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Former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte arrested
Former State Minister Lohan Ratwatte has been arrested by police this afternoon (31).
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