Technical breakdown in Norochcholai power plant

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has informed of a technical breakdown in one of the 270MW power plants in Norochcholai.

No fuel price revision in next few days: Minister

Energy and Power Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said that there will be no revision in the fuel prices in the next few days.

China to grant another aid worth 300mn RMB

The Chinese government has decided to provide another 300 million RMB of aid to Sri Lanka to fulfil its need to procure urgent and lifesaving drugs, food and fuel.

What next after NCM: RW

It is important to decide as to what to do once the no confidence motion against the government is passed in Parliament, former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe said yesterday

SF says security forces planning to attack Temple Trees protestors

Credible reports are surfacing that the security forces are planning to launch an attack on the unarmed protesters who have gathered in front of the Temple Trees peacefully and moves are underway to eject the protesters forcibly from the site, SJB MP Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka charged.

Airtel strengthens its 4G network

Airtel Lanka announced that it would be upgrading its network with an additional LTE bandwidth and capabilities by shutting down 3G data services

Electricity tarrif hike on the cards

The government will have to resort to an upward power tariff revision sooner than later but the final decision has to be taken by the power regulator Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL), Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekara said yesterday.

Fonseka complains to Sajith against Harin’s unruly behaviour

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka yesterday said he complained to party Leader Sajith Premadasa against MP Harin Fernando over his unruly behaviour at the party’s May Day rally on Sunday.

Basil Rajapaksa calling the shots in SLPP regarding interim Govt

Former Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa appears to be calling the shots in making decisions on behalf of his Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) regarding the formation of an interim government since he participated in talks with the representatives, Daily Mirror learns.

Gazette issued declaring maximum price for local rice varities

The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has issued a gazette notification declaring maximum price for local varities of rice with effect from today.

China willing to assist SL with IMF

As a major shareholder of the IMF, China is willing to play an active role in encouraging the IMF to positively consider Sri Lanka’s difficulties and properly reach an agreement as soon as possible, Chinese Ambassador Qi Zhenhong told Finance Minister Ali Sabry today.

Malwathu Mahanayake decides not to meet politicians

Mahanayaka Thera of the Malwatta Chapter, Most Ven. Thibbatuwawe Sri Sumangala Thera has decided not to allow any politician to visit him.

Private bowser strike called off

The Ceylon Petroleum Private Bowser Owners Association (CPPBOA) said that they have decided to call off their ongoing strike today, after having reached a consensus with the CPC Chairman

Sufficient fuel in hand until next shipment is due: Minister

There is no issue with the existing stock of fuel at the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) until the next ship with fuel arrives, Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said.

Credit line with India extended by $200 million for fuel: Minister

Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said today that the Sri Lankan government has extended a credit line with India by $200 million in order to procure emergency fuel stocks.

Riot cops deployed at Galle Face site, leave after protestors protest

A tense situation erupted at the Galle Face protest site today as riot police were deployed on ground resulting in protestors engaging in a verbal battle and eventually asking the riot police to leave.

What went wrong between SF and Harin?

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka today said he had lodged a complaint with party Leader Sajith Premadasa against MP Harin Fernando who was engaged in a confrontation with him at the party’s May Day rally on Sunday.

Mini Gota Go Gama opens in Westminster

Over 1500 Sri Lankans from all communities travelled from various parts of the United Kingdom to gather at Parliament Square in the shadow of the British House of Parliament in Westminster to demand the immediate resignation of all Rajapakses from Sri Lankan politics.

CB may relax forced Fx conversion rule as evidence shows opposite results

In a bid to restore normalcy in the domestic foreign exchange market and thereby enhance its liquidity, the Central Bank could relax the mandatory conversion requirement on foreign currency in place for merchandise exports and services.

New Zealand reopens to tourists after two-year pandemic lockout

New Zealand has reopened its borders to more international visitors after a pandemic lockout of more than two years.

Long queues near fuel stations due to lack of supply

Long queues could be seen in front of several fuel stations across the country due to the shortage of fuel and lack of fuel supply.

Imported rice to be sold at supermarket chains at Sathosa price

Steps would be taken to release a stock of imported rice which is sold only at Lanka Sathosa to all supermarket chains within the next week, Trade Minister Shehan Semasinghe said.

Gazette mandating fully vaccination to enter public places repealed

The Gazette notification issued prohibiting people who were not fully vaccinated from entering public places from April 30, 2022 has been repealed.

Defender torched after crash claims life of man in Kuliyapitiya

A group of men set a fire to a Defender jeep following a crash in which a 38-year old motorcyclist died in Kanadulla, Kuliyapitiya.

Will go home if influenced to join interim govt. - Sajith

Leader of Opposition Sajith Premadasa yesterday said he will give up politics if any one inflicts influence on him to become an ally of an interim government.

UNP will always support the people’s struggle : Ruwan

The UNP will always support the people’ s struggle, it’s Deputy Leader Ruwan Wijewardene yesterday said issuing a special message for May Day.

Private hospitals seek support from overseas donors for medicines, surgical equipment

All Sri Lankan private hospitals and nursing homes are seeking the assistance from overseas donors to secure the required medicines and medical equipment to save the lives of the patients hit by the acute shortages of such items, due to the ongoing foreign exchange crisis in the country.

IMF’s Georgieva tests positive for COVID-19, has mild symptoms

International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva has tested positive for COVID-19, the IMF said last week, following marathon meetings last week with global finance leaders in Washington.

Kishu Gomes calls for Kimarli’s resignation

Former Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA) and Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau (SLTPB) chief Kishu Gomes has called for the immediate resignation of Sri Lanka Tourism Chairperson Kimarli Fernando with the recovery of tourism sector coming to a standstill as a result of continuous isolation of tourism industry stakeholders in the decision making process.

Harin and Fonseka in verbal clash in SJB May Day Rally

SJB MPs Harin Fernando and Field Marshal Sarath Fonseka were seen engaged in a verbal clash at the SJB May Day Rally held in Colombo on Sunday.