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Month: December 2025
World Bank Statement on Sri Lanka Following Cyclone Ditwah
The World Bank Group is deeply saddened by the devastation caused by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka. Our thoughts are with the people who have […]
Sri Lanka forecasts increased rainfall, strong winds for Dec. 16
Sri Lanka is expected to see increased rainfall from Tuesday as an easterly wave strengthens showery conditions across much of the island, the Department of […]
Police Detain Nearly 1,000 in Nationwide Anti-Drug Sweep
As part of the “Nation United – National Drive” initiative targeting illegal narcotics, Sri Lankan authorities arrested 981 individuals yesterday (14) during coordinated operations across […]
Clandestine visit to Speaker’s residence:
Finally, former Speaker Mahinda Yapa Abeywardena has set the record straight with regard to a controversial but never properly investigated bid to swear in him […]
Sri Lanka will rebuild better, stronger after Cyclone Ditwah: Minister Jayantha
Sri Lanka is committed to rebuilding better and stronger in the aftermath of Cyclone Ditwah, according to Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning, Anil Jayantha […]
World Bank provides $120mn, to help Sri Lanka find more cyclone recovery funds
The World Bank, based in Washington, has announced the provision of $120 million in emergency support to Sri Lanka by reallocating funds from existing projects. […]
Sri Lanka’s IRD surpasses 2025 target; Deputy Minister cites taxpayer confidence
Sri Lanka’s Inland Revenue Department (IRD), the primary government agency responsible for revenue collection, has surpassed its annual revenue target for the year. According to […]
Sri Lanka 2025 third quarter GDP grows 5.4-pct
Sri Lanka’s gross domestic product expanded in the third quarter of 2025, with agriculture growing by 3.6 percent, manufacturing increasing by 8.1 percent, and services […]
Sri Lanka sells extra Rs10bn Treasury bonds after auction
Sri Lanka has sold 10 billion rupees worth of government bonds offered on tap at average rates determined at last week’s auction, according to data […]
Sri Lanka president commends navy at passing-out parade
Financial Chronicle – President Anura Kumara Dissanayake highlighted the significant responsibility of the Sri Lanka Navy in safeguarding the nation during a commissioning and passing-out […]
Starlink displays generosity
The US-based Starlink company has donated 100 Starlink units to support disaster management operations in the country, the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development […]
AKD Government heading the Gota Way?
The recent incident involving former Speaker Asoka Ranwala — beginning with questions over his claimed PhD credentials and culminating in a widely reported drunk-driving episode […]
Bondi Beach shootings: 16 dead
Health minister says 16 people dead including a child NSW health minister Ryan Park has confirmed 16 people have now died from yesterday’s shooting. Speaking […]
Meteorologists set the record straight
“We communicated” Meteorologists association responds to allegations The Sri Lanka Association of Meteorologists stated that Department of Meteorology officials acted in accordance with established Standard […]
Where does Ditwah come from?
The name “Ditwah” translates to “lagoon” The name was proposed by Yemen for the regional list of tropical cyclone names and specifically refers to the […]
Global Uncertainty Poses New Challenges for Central Banking: CBSL Governor
Global economic uncertainty has made central banking more complex, underscoring the need for stronger research capacity and greater collaboration, Central Bank of Sri Lanka Governor […]
Unforgivable Business Practices Demand Immediate Action
The recent investigation by CIABOC – Bribery Commission – into alleged fraudulent activities by an insurance company has triggered a deep sense of disgust at […]