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Proposed tariff reduction insufficient: PUCSL calls for revised proposal from CEB

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has asked the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) to submit a revised proposal for electricity tariff reductions, stating that the initially proposed tariff reduction is inadequate. PUCSL Communications Director Jayanath Herath said the...

Supreme Court dismisses petition challenging General Elections date

The Supreme Court dismissed a petition challenging the decision to hold the General Elections on November 14.  A three-member bench of judges comprising Justices Preethi Padman Surasena, Shiran Gunaratne and Priyantha Fernando issued the order after an extended review of...
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Prioritizing the Digital Transformation of Social Welfare Benefit Programs

 Implementing a Strategic Approach to Digitize the Rice Storage System Initiatives Aimed at Stabilizing Rice Prices and Addressing Long-Term Supply Shortages A discussion on the digitalization of social welfare benefit programs took place at the Presidential Secretariat today (01) under...

Fuel prices revised

Ceypetco has revised its fuel prices, effective from midnight today (October 31). Accordingly, the price of Petrol Octane 95 will be reduced by Rs. 6 to Rs. 371, while Super Diesel will also see a reduction of Rs. 6, bringing...

Salman Khan death threat

Mumbai Police on Wednesday arrested a man from Bandra who threatened Bollywood superstar Salman Khan and demanded to pay up Rs 2 crore. The accused has been sent to one-day police custody.  The Mumbai traffic police on Tuesday received an...

Traditional Food Plants in Sri Lanka : Author – Udaya Rajapaksha

Sri Lanka is currently experiencing its most severe economic crisis since gaining independence. This crisis has driven many families into hunger and poverty for the first time, contributing to an estimated half a million people falling below the poverty line,...

Ambassador Julie Chung’s address to Media and Audience Members at the Launch of Cyber Hero Mobile App

Monday, October 28, 2024 – American Center, Colombo: Good afternoon, everyone. It’s wonderful to be here with such a talented and passionate group of media professionals and youth, and our friends from Internews, Digital Turtles, and WhimsicalWits. You’re always welcome...

Measures Needed to Curb Fraud and Corruption by Preventing Irregular Procurement Practices – President

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized the importance of implementing a procurement plan and strengthening the National Procurement Commission (NPC). The President shared these views in a meeting held at the Presidential Secretariat this morning (28), where he engaged in an...

President Dissanayake Engages with Iranian Ambassador to Strengthen Bilateral Relations

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with the Iranian Ambassador, H.E. Dr. Alireza Delkhosh, today (25) at the Presidential Secretariat. During the meeting, the Ambassador conveyed a congratulatory message from the President of Iran H.E. Masoud Pezeshkian. The discussions included the...

EU Delegation Commits to Strengthen Sri Lanka-EU Relations, Extends Presidential Greetings from Key European Leaders

President informs EU Delegation of Enhanced Security Measures for Tourists and Residents in Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake met with the European Union (EU) Delegation, led by EU Ambassador H.E. Carmen Moreno, today (25) at the Presidential Secretariat. The...
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