State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe said that the impact of political power struggles must not be detrimental to addressing the economic crisis. He detailed the government’s strategic measures since 2022, which have been crucial in stabilizing the economy. The Minister emphasized that the decisions taken by the President and the government, supported by parliamentary…
The Ministry of Agriculture and Plantation Industries announced a substantial investment of 20.6 billion rupees in upcoming months to enhance rural development and elevate living standards for citizens. Minister Mahinda Amaraweera emphasized that the government is commited to implementing a range of projects to achieve these goals. As part of this effort, officials have been…
The adhikarana maha sanganayake of North America and Vice President of the Buddhist Association of America, Viharaya of the Maryland International Buddhist Temple, Most Venerable Katugastota Uparathana Nayaka emphasized that the opportunity to celebrate the International Vesak Festival at the US President’s House has arisen this year as well. His Holiness Uparathana Thero said that…
The “Is There an Alternative?” interactive seminar, organized as an inquiry into the economic crisis and potential solutions, will be held on May 29, 2024, at 3:00 PM at the Lakshman Kadirgamar Centre, Colombo 07. This conference will feature distinguished speakers including: Shehan Semasinghe, State Minister of Finance Champika Ranawaka, Member of Parliament Chanaka Rasa…
The Beruwala police state that a fisherman from the Karadagoda area in Beruwala was arrested early this morning (26th) with approximately 30 kilograms of ambergris (rare whale vomit) valued at around 50 million rupees. The 43-year-old married individual, engaged in the fishing profession, was arrested at his residence where the ambergris stock was hidden. A…
The Marine Forecasting Division of National Meteorological Centre has issued an advisory of rough sea and strong winds. Strong winds accompanied with heavy rainfalls and very rough seas are likely over the sea areas around the country and over the South-eastern Sea areas during the next few days. Naval and fishing communities are advised not…
According to reports from the Food and Agriculture Organization, 600 million people fall ill each year due to the impact of unsafe food, and 420,000 die annually. In Sri Lanka, the Food Act of 1980 and the Sri Lanka Standards Institution play a significant role in food regulation. However, due to the inadequacies in food…
Colombo, May 21, 2024 — A policy dialogue held on the misuse of law, science, and media highlighted the damaging impact of irresponsible journalism and opportunistic objectives. The event, attended by eminent personalities and professionals from various sectors, scrutinized how misinformation and disinformation can lead to severe societal consequences. The policy dialogue was organized by…
UN Human Rights Office report released in May 2024 calls on the Government to acknowledge the involvement of State security forces and affiliated paramilitary groups, and to issue a public apology. The report highlights that Sri Lanka’s Government must take meaningful action to determine and disclose the fates and whereabouts of tens of thousands of…
President Ranil Wickremesinghe has met with billionaire and investor Elon Musk on the sidelines of the 10th World Water Forum High-Level Meeting being held in Indonesia. During the meeting, Wickremesinghe and Musk have discussed the implementation of ‘Starlink’ in Sri Lanka. It was emphasized that Sri Lanka is committed to expediting the application process to…
