Strengthening fiscal rules next key reform for economic stability: CB

The proposed strengthening of the Fiscal Management Responsibility Act (FMRA), which would require strict compliance with the fiscal targets, will be the next key reform for economic stability, leading to a sustainable economy in the long term, according to Central Bank Governor Dr. Nandalal Weerasinghe.

November tea exports down 25%

The tea exports in the month of November dipped 25 percent year-on-year (YoY) to 19.28 MnKgs, as all main categories recoded declines compared to the previous year, according to Forbes & Walker Tea Brokers.

Sapugaskanda Oil Refinery operations to resume from Friday

The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) has announced that the operations of the Sapugaskanda Oil Refinery will resume from Friday (16) after receiving another 90,000 MT of crude oil for refining activities at the refinery.

Majority of Lankans don’t want national assets sold: Survey reveals

A majority of the Sri Lankan population are against selling of national assets considering the situation of country’s economy, a survey has revealed.

Gangaramaya ’Podi Hamuduruwo’ turns 80

Hunupitiya Gangarama Temple’s Chief Incumbent Ven. Galboda Gnanissara Thera, better known as ’Podi Hamuduruwo’, celebrated his 80th birthday today (14). A series of events, including religious observances, have been organized at the Gangaramaya Temple to coincide with the birthday of the senior prelate. Packs of dry food were distributed among low-income families in the area. Pix by Nimalsiri Edirisinghe

All political parties should unite to provide solution to ethnic problem: Prez

President Ranil Wickremesinghe emphasized that all political parties should come to a common agreement to provide a solution to the ethnic problem by the upcoming 75th Independence Celebration.

Inclusion of Doctors to gazette on 60 years compulsory retirement suspended

The Court of Appeal today issued an interim order suspending the inclusion of Doctors and consultant specialist doctors from a gazette notification issued reducing compulsory retirement of government sector employees to 60 years. This interim order will be effective until January 25.

Cement prices to come down from tonight

The maximum retail price of a 50kg bag cement has been reduced by Rs.225 with effect from tonight, the INSEE Cement Sri Lanka said.

Two suspects nabbed with heroin worth Rs.335Mn

Two suspects have been arrested by the STF with 12kg of heroin which has a street value of over Rs. 335 million at a house in Mulleriyawa.

SL will miss intended IMF approval in December: Semasinghe

Sri Lanka will miss the intended formal approval of International Monetary Fund (IMF) in December this year, State Minister of Finance Shehan Semasinghe said today.

Stop burdening schoolchildren

A protest was organized today at Maharagama against the soaring prices of school stationery and staged by Women for Freedom. A scene from the protest is shown in the picture. Pix by Nisal Baduge

Court directs to announce new control price for eggs today

Court of Appeal today ordered the Consumer Affairs Authority to suspend the Gazette notification on maximum selling price of eggs with immediate effect and announce the new control price today itself.

WFP Executive Board approves Sri Lanka’s Country Strategic Plan

The World Food Program (WFP) Executive Board approved Sri Lanka’s Country Strategic Plan (CSP) for the period between 2023 and December 2027 valued at USD 74.87 million.

Gazette banning importing of rice issued

An extraordinary Gazette notification has been issued banning the import of rice, except for Basmathi variety.

Nature Photographer of the Year 2022

Majestic scenes in nature have been frozen in time courtesy of these breathtaking photographs. They have been honoured in the 2022 Nature Photographer of the Year awards, an annual contest that endeavours to ‘show the beauty of nature worldwide’.This year, the judges cherrypicked the winners from more than 20,000 entries from 96 countries around the globe. (Daily Mail)

Lanka SATHOSA slashes prices of five essential goods

The Lanka SATHOSA has reduced prices of five essential foodstuff, including dhal and wheat flour from today.

CEB Directors, TUs agree to sacrifice this year bonuses

Following directives by Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL), the Ceylon Eletricity Board (CEB) directors and trade unions (TUs) have agreed to sacrifice their bonuses for the year 2022, saving billions of rupees.

Messi confirms retirement, says FIFA World Cup 2022 final will be his last for Argentina

Lionel Messi confirmed that he will retire after the FIFA World Cup 2022 final on December 18. The Argentina captain, who scored from a penalty and played equally important in the other two goals scored by Julian Alvarez against Croatia to take his country to the final, said the summit clash will be his last in the sky and white stripes.

IMF not expected to discuss Sri Lanka before year-end -sources

The executive board of the International Monetary Fund is not expected to formally approve Sri Lanka’s $2.9 billion bailout before year-end, a key step required for the embattled country to receive funding, two sources familiar with the matter said.

IMF not expected to discuss Sri Lanka before year-end -sources

The executive board of the International Monetary Fund is not expected to formally approve Sri Lanka’s $2.9 billion bailout before year-end, a key step required for the embattled country to receive funding, two sources familiar with the matter said.

BBS officially receives controversial V8 vehicle

The controversial Toyota Land Cruiser V8 luxury vehicle was officially handed over to Bodu Bala Sena (BBS) General Secretary, Ven. Galagodaaththe Gnanasara Thera by a long-term donor, Dr. Walter Jayasinghe to the organization.

UK updates travel advisory on Sri Lanka

The United Kingdom on Monday (12) issued an updated travel advisory to its citizens visiting Sri Lanka, announcing that travellers are no longer required to produce COVID-19 vaccination certificates on arrival in Sri Lanka.

Journalism Awards for Excellence 2021...

DailyMirror.lk was adjudged the best news/designed website of the year award at the Journalism Awards for Excellence 2021 held at the Mount Lavinia hotel tonight.Pix by Kithsiri De Mel

Govt. decides against considering any demands until economic crisis is resolved

The government has taken a policy decision not to grant pay hikes, Over Time (OT) or bonus to public servants or employees of loss making State Owned Enterprises (SOEs) as long as the current economic crisis remains unresolved and until full economic recovery is achieved, cabinet spokesman Dr. Bandula Gunawardana said.

Sexual harassment and bribery laws to be amended

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to amend the existing laws to make soliciting sexual bribe a criminal offence, Minister Bandula Gunawardane said. Laws will also be drafted to introduce stricter punishment for the offence of sexual harassment, he added.

Daily Mirror web wins Best News Website at Journalism Awards

DailyMirror.lk was adjudged the best news/designed website of the year award at the Journalism Awards for Excellence 2021 held at the Mount Lavinia hotel tonight.

Cabinet approval to criminalize violation of electoral media guidelines

The Cabinet of Ministers has approved moves to criminalize the violation of media guidelines issued by the Election Commission.

German Ambassador hands over new beat offices in Wilpattu

German Ambassador to Sri Lanka Holger Seubert handed over the completed beat office in Wilpattu National Park to Department of Wildlife Conservation (DWC) today. On behalf of German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), GIZ Sri Lanka- Supporting Wilpattu National Park and Influence Zone Management in Sri Lanka Project completed the constructions. Pix by Samantha Perera

All party conference on reconciliation begins

All party conference on reconciliation commenced a short while ago at the Presidential Secretariat under the patronage of President Ranil Wickremesinghe.

Ferry service between India and Sri Lanka again

A decision has been taken to start a ferry service in mid-January 2023 between South India (Pondicherry), Kankesanthurai (KKS), and Trincomalee, Transport Minister Nimal Siripala de Silva said.