Namal claims Government delaying Auditor General appointment to cover up corruption

31 Dec 2025

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Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa has accused the government of deliberately delaying the appointment of the Auditor General to cover up fraud and corruption. He pointed out that some ministers have recently criticized the Constitutional Council after the President’s attempt to appoint a close associate to the position was blocked.

Aviation sector records strong growth in 2025: Ministry

31 Dec 2025

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Sri Lanka’s aviation sector recorded significant growth during the period from January to November 2025, compared to the corresponding period in 2024, reflecting a steady revival of the industry, the Ports and Civil Aviation Ministry said.

Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath leaves for Dhaka to attend Khaleda Zia’s funeral

31 Dec 2025

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Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath departed from Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) today on SriLankan Airlines flight UL 189, bound for Dhaka.

Health Ministry collects data on suspected contaminated vaccine

31 Dec 2025

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The Health Ministry has started an urgent investigation into the Ondesterone Injection, a vaccine imported from India and distributed during the current government’s term, after concerns that it may contain bacterial toxins.

Plastic bag use drops by 50% after free distribution ban

31 Dec 2025

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The use of plastic shopping bags has dropped by 50 percent after the government banned their free distribution, Environment Deputy Minister Anton Jayakodi said.

Probe launched into inappropriate content in Grade 6 English module

30 Dec 2025

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An investigation has been initiated following the discovery of an inappropriate term referenced in the introduction of a Grade 6 English module, Education Ministey Secretary Nalaka Kaluwewa said.

CEB updates on Lakvijaya Power Plant generators: Maintenance underway

30 Dec 2025

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The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has provided an update on the status of generators at the Lakvijaya (Norochcholai) Coal-fired Power Plant.

Govt. approves procurement of medicines and medical supplies from local manufacturers

30 Dec 2025

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The Cabinet Ministers has approved the procurement of essential medicines and other medical supplies from the State Pharmaceuticals Corporation (SPC) and local manufacturers for the year 2026.

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Four automatic passenger clearance gates to install at BIA departure terminal

30 Dec 2025

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The government has approved the installation of four automatic passenger clearance gates at the departure terminal of Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) as part of ongoing efforts to upgrade airport facilities to international standards.

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Tax relief approved for imported dates for free distribution during Ramadan

30 Dec 2025

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The Cabinet approval has been granted for the proposal to grant tax relief on imported dates intended for free distribution during the Ramadan fasting festival.

CAA warns public over ‘Hair Miracle’ product sold online

30 Dec 2025

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The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has taken legal action against a hair care product marketed as Hair Miracle (250g), which was widely sold to consumers through online platforms, citing misleading information provided to the public.

Two generators at Norochcholai Coal Power Plant out of service; No power disruption

30 Dec 2025

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Two of the three generators at the Norochcholai Coal Power Plant are currently out of service, resulting in a temporary loss of 600 megawatts to the national power grid.

ID office system crashes, applicants asked to return

30 Dec 2025

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The newly introduced digital system at the Department for Registration of Persons (DRP) experienced repeated technical failures yesterday, forcing applicants seeking National Identity Cards (NICs) to suspend their visits and return another day.

ID office system crashes, applicants asked to return

29 Dec 2025

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The newly introduced digital system at the Department for Registration of Persons (DRP) experienced repeated technical failures today, forcing applicants seeking National Identity Cards (NICs) to suspend their visits and return tomorrow.

Sri Lanka can achieve US$ 300 billion economy by 2030 despite cyclone Ditwah: Industries Ministry

29 Dec 2025

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Sri Lanka has the potential to become more resilient and grow into a US$ 300 billion economy by 2030, despite facing severe natural disasters such as Cyclone Ditwah, Secretary to the Ministry of Industries and Entrepreneurship Development, Ms. Thilaka Jayasundara, said today (29).

Online reservation facility for holiday bungalows launched

29 Dec 2025

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Taking forward the government’s digital governance policy, an online reservation facility for holiday bungalows and rest houses under the Public Administration Ministry was launched today (29) under the patronage of the Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government Minister Prof. Chandana Abeyratne.

EPF services go digital with launch of online registration system

29 Dec 2025

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The online registration of institutions and members under the digitalisation of Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) services commenced today (29), marking a key step in modernising labour-related services in Sri Lanka.

VIASL urges Government to revise taxes on small vehicles

27 Dec 2025

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The Vehicle Importers’ Association of Sri Lanka (VIASL) has called on the government to revise the pricing and tax structure for low engine-capacity vehicles to make them more affordable, particularly for middle-income consumers.

DMC prepares for predicted heavy rainfall from Monday

27 Dec 2025

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The Disaster Management Centre (DMC) says it has taken necessary preparedness measures in view of a predicted increase in rainfall from the Monday (29), as forecast by the Meteorology Department.

NBRO clears Colombo–Kandy road at Pahala Kadugannawa

27 Dec 2025

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The Colombo–Kandy main road at Pahala Kadugannawa has been reopened to traffic following the implementation of temporary safety measures after recent landslides, the National Building Research Organization (NBRO) said.