Significant Surge in Workers’ Remittances: Sri Lanka Registers 57.5% Increase in 2023, Central Bank Reports
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has reported a noteworthy upswing in workers’ remittances for the year 2023, reflecting
President Ranil Wickremesinghe Plans Parliament Prorogation for Address to the Nation
President Ranil Wickremesinghe is reportedly considering proroguing Parliament on January 27, intending to address the nation when it convenes for
President Announces Post-Thai Pongal Concessions for Government Employees
During the Jaffna and Kilinochchi District Coordinating Committee meeting today (Jan.04), President Ranil Wickremesinghe addressed crucial issues concerning missing persons,
Sri Lanka to Introduce Robust Regulatory Framework for Moneylending and Microfinance Businesses
In a significant stride towards financial sector governance, the Sri Lankan government is poised to unveil a comprehensive regulatory framework
Generous Gesture: India Donates 20 Diesel Locomotives to Boost Sri Lanka’s Railway Network
In a significant move, the Indian government has extended a generous offer by donating 20 diesel locomotives to Sri Lanka,
United Nations Assistant Secretary General and UNDP Director for Asia and the Pacific Commends Sri Lanka’s Development Reforms
In a meeting held today (January 4th), Kanni Wignaraja, the United Nations Assistant Secretary General and UNDP Director for Asia
Public Security Minister Tiran Alas Unveils Online Safety Bill Amidst Global Debate
In a significant announcement today, Public Security Minister Tiran Alas disclosed that the draft of the highly contested Online Safety
Minister Manusha chairs the first meeting of the committee appointed to prepare a comprehensive National Social Security System covering all workers
The committee appointed to prepare a comprehensive national social security system covering all workers met today under the patronage of
President’s Fund Enhances Medical Allowances to 100% and Broadens Coverage for Uncovered Diseases
The President’s Media Division (PMD) announced that the President’s Fund has implemented a significant increase in medical allowances, reaching 100%,
Government Declares Electricity Supply and Petroleum Distribution as Essential Services through Extraordinary Gazette
A Gazette extraordinary was issued last night, declaring electricity supply and the distribution of petroleum products as essential services.