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A country cannot progress through laws and regulations alone

President Anura Kumara Disanayake emphasized that a country cannot progress solely through laws and regulations and highlighted that tradition is a vital component of a nation. President Disanayake emphasized that Sri Lanka has accomplished a remarkable mission through the traditions...

The 25 best places to travel in 2025: Sri Lanka ninth in BBC’s Top 25 Travel list

The BBC has selected Sri Lanka as the ninth best destination for 2025, giving further recognition to the country’s efforts to develop tourism. In announcing the winners of its Top 25 Destinations, the BBC said, “From its misty hilltop tea...
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Why didn’t Trump place his hand on the Bible while taking oath ?

Donald Trump’s inauguration had to be moved indoors Monday due to a particularly frigid wintry spell across much of the United States, causing significant changes to the event after years of tedious planning. But the weather wasn’t the only unusual...

Trump curtails protections around diversity, LGBTQ rights

Donald Trump takes oath on the day of his Presidential Inauguration of Donald Trump at the Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, U.S., January 20, 2025. REUTERS/Kevin Lamarque/Pool TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY US President Donald Trump repealed numerous...

Files 75 cases under new Anti-Corruption Act – Bribery Commission

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption announced that it has filed approximately 75 court cases under the newly enacted Anti-Corruption Act within the past nine months. The Anti-Corruption Act No. 9 of 2023 was enacted in September...

Central Bank of Sri Lanka launches the Digital Payments Promotion Campaign 2025

The Digital Payments Promotion Campaign 2025 under the theme of “Shaping the Future through Digital Transactions” was launched by Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe, Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) on 9th January 2025, at the Magam Ruhunupura Administrative...

Electricity tariff to be reduced by 20% tonight

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) today announced that electricity tariffs will be reduced by 20% for the first six months of this year.  According to the PUCSL, the reduction is effective from midnight today, 17 January 2025....

16 tips for keeping costs low on your next Sri Lanka adventure

With its fabulous landscapes, rich culture and wonderful hospitality, Sri Lanka draws all kinds of travelers. And even for those on a shoestring budget, the island nation offers travel experiences that don’t break the bank – think palm-fringed beaches, wildlife adventures and ancient...

How to avoid Sri Lanka’s rice crises, shortages made by government controls

Sri Lanka’s red rice shortage was created by the government through its price controls and import controls, by trying to interfere with the price signals, in a deterioration of policy seen over several years. The lack of food security and...

Discussion between the President and Attorney General on Controversial Legal Proceedings

President Anura Kumara Disanayake held a discussion with the Attorney General and officials from the Attorney General’s Department at the Presidential Secretariat today (06). During the discussion, the President emphasized the importance of coordinated efforts among all institutions working towards...
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