Price of milk powder most certain to go up next week: Importers

A definite price increase will come into effect for milk powder in the coming week, milk powder importers’ association said today.

Cost of cement to rise by Rs 450: Construction Association

The construction industry would collapse if the cement price is increased to about Rs.450 a bag, National Construction Association of Sri Lanka President Susantha Liyanarachchi said.

Sri Lanka welcomes cooperation for debt restructuring to support economic recovery: Prez

Sri Lanka welcomed investments, technology transfers, and financing for country’s sustainability efforts, as well as broader development assistance and cooperation for debt restructuring to support economic recovery during this critical time, President Gotabaya Rajapaksa said today.

CID arrests suspect over alleged attempt to set fire to fuel bowser in Rambukkana

The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) has arrested a 28-year old suspect who allegedly attempted to set fire to the fuel bowser during the protest in Rambukkana on April 19.

Next gas shipment sufficient only for three days: Litro

The gas shipments that are scheduled to arrive in the country next week would be sufficient only for three days, the Litro Gas Company said.

7 independent group MPs meet Chinese envoy, request China’s support to SL

Seven Parliamentarians of independent group in Parliament have met Chinese Ambassador to Sri Lanka Qi Zhenhong and requested for China’s continuous support to Sri Lanka, the Chinese Embassy said.

SL to receive medicine & medical equipment from India, Indonesia

At least 101 types of medicines and surgical equipment donated by the Government of India will reach the island next Wednesday, Health Minister Prof. Channa Jayasumana said.

SLMC sacks Nazeer Ahmed

Expulsion will lead to loss of his parliamentary seat if it is legally upheld Sri Lanka Muslim Congress ( SLMC) yesterday expelled its MP Nazeer Ahmed from the party, its leader MP Rauff Hakeem said.

Prasanna willing to meet Cardinal

Chief Government Whip and Minister of Public Security Prasanna Ranatunga yesterday said he is willing to meet the Archbishop of Colombo Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith for a discussion in order to clear all doubts on Easter Sunday attacks.

Israeli film crew in SL to shoot ‘Arugam Bay’

Israeli film production house United Channel Movies (UCM) is currently in Sri Lanka to shoot its latest feature film ‘Arugam Bay’ in the eastern region of the island nation.

Practical exams on Drama, Theatra subjects from April 29 to May 5

The Examinations Department today announced that they would conduct the practical examinations for the dancing and music subjects of G.C.E. Advanced Level 2021 (2022) from April 29 to May 5.

Presidents turns down Dr. Godahewa’s resignation

Media Minister Dr. Nalaka Godahewa has handed over his letter of resignation two days ago claiming this was to make way for an interim government, informed sources said.

Chinese Premier assures support to SL to address economic and social development

During a phone conversation with Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa, China’s Premier Li Keqiang assured China’s support to Sri Lanka to facilitate greater stability in economic and social development.

Mahela declines England coaching job

Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene has declined an offer to coach England’s Men’s team, it is learnt.

PM and Cabinet should resign and form an all party govt- Dullas writes to Prez

Former Minister Dullas Alahapperuma in a letter to the President says the Prime Minister and cabinet should resign immediately and form a new All Party government soon.

Govt. does not approve LITRO gas price revision

The government has not approved the recent price revision of 12.5 kg domestic gas cylinder, LITRO Gas company said.

Litro gas price increased to Rs. 5,175

The Litro Gas company has decided to increase the selling price of a 12.5 kg domestic gas cylinder to Rs. 5,175 with effect from midnight today, official from the Litro gas company said.

I delayed NCM against govt.: Ranil

Former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said today the no-confidence motion against the government was delayed following a request made by him.

Reserve Bank of India extends duration on US$ 400 million currency swap for SL

The Reserve Bank of India has extended the duration of the US$ 400 million currency swap for the Central Bank in Sri Lanka which was concluded in January this year, the Indian High Commission in Colombo said.

It is my fault I didn’t attend NSC meeting on Rambukkana incident- PM

Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa said today that though he was invited to the National Security Council (NSC) meeting to discuss the Rambukkana incident, he chose not to attend.

IGP, senior police officers appear before HRCSL over Rambukkana shooting

The Human Rights Commission of Sri Lanka (HRCSL) has summoned a group of police officers including IGP C.D. Wickramaratne, over the Rambukkana incident in which a protester was killed during a shooting by police.

Monk who launches fast unto to death at Galle Face Green admitted to CNH

Venerable Theripaha Siridhamma Thero who launched a fast unto death campaign at the Galle Face protest site was admitted to the Colombo National Hospital after falling ill, hospital sources said.

20 Lankans released in Qatar on account of Ramazan: SLBFE

The Qatari government has decided to pardon and release 20 Sri Lankans who have been imprisoned for various offences while working in Doha, in view of the holy month of Ramazan.

Commuters can complain about malpractices in buses: NTC

The passengers are advised to raise complaints to the National Transport Commission (NTC) about the issues they face in private buses while travelling.

Cardinal left for Vatican at Pope Francis’s invitation

A 60-member delegation led by Archbishop of Colombo His Eminence Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith left for Vatican today following an invitation by Pope Francis, head of the social relations unit, Rev. Fr. Jude Chrishantha confirmed.

Fuel distribution resumes after three days: Minister

Following the recent volatile situation after the hike in fuel prices, the fuel transport by railway wagons and bowsers resumed yesterday after a brief lapse of three days, Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said.

Over 100mm rain forecast for five provinces today: Met. Dept.

The Metrological Department today announced that there is a possibility of heavy rains of more than 100 mm in five provinces and may scatter to the other parts of the island as well.

Sri Lanka to receive 200Mn Yuan worth humanitarian assistance from China

Sri Lanka will receive 200 million Yuan (US $ 31 million) worth of emergency humanitarian assistance from China, an official said.

The time has come to form a grand opposition alliance: Ruwan

UNP Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene said yesterday the time has come to form a grand opposition alliance and to forget personal political dreams.

SL further relaxes entry requirements for int’l travellers

Sri Lanka has further relaxed the entry requirements to the country by removing the need for on-arrival PCR tests for non-vaccinated and partially vaccinated travellers.