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There has been a significant increase in gold prices in the world market, and correspondingly, the price of gold in Sri Lanka has also risen notably once again.As of today, the global price of gold has increased by USD 4,150.Market data further indicates that the price of gold in Sri Lanka has increased by Rs. 6,000 today (25) compared to yesterday.Accordingly, this morning the price of a 22-carat gold sovereign at the Colombo Pettah gold market stood at Rs. 309,200, up from Rs. 303,600 yesterday.Meanwhile, traders at the Pettah gold market report that the price of a 24-carat gold sovereign,…

The government of Sri Lanka has decided to introduce a new digitalization system for the Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF).Minister of Labour and Deputy Minister of Finance and Planning, Dr. Anil Jayantha, stated today (25th) while participating in the budget debate in Parliament that this initiative is being carried out under the digital access program for the entire public service, with the aim of providing an efficient service to the public.The Deputy Minister further noted that a mechanism is already in operation allowing registered EPF members to obtain account information via internet services or mobile SMS.However, he pointed out that the…

The Irrigation Department has warned that there is a substantial risk of flash flooding in several areas owing to the prevailing heavy rainfall across the country. Issuing a statement, the department has stated that due to the low pressure system in the vicinity of the South Andaman Sea, rainfall of more than 200 mm is possible in 6 provinces of the island.Accordingly, official advisories have been issued regarding the likelihood of heavy rainfall in the Northern, North Central, Eastern, Southern, Uva, and Western Provinces as well as significant rainfall in other parts of the country. Accordingly, since there is a risk of…

The Fiscal of the Udugama Magistrate’s Court in Galle has been arrested by the Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC).While performing duties at the Galle High Court, the suspect allegedly promised a female party involved in a case being heard at the Galle Additional Magistrate’s Court that he would postpone the court date mentioned in a summons. He made this promise while handing over the summons to her in an illegal manner, said Ada Derana reporter.The suspect had demanded a bribe of Rs. 3,500 from the woman for this service and was arrested while accepting the bribe money.After…

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has announced that a total of 200,000 new taxpayers have been registered so far this year.Commissioner General of the IRD, Rukdevi Fernando, stated that 18,000 new companies were also registered within the same period.Speaking at a media briefing held at the Government Information Department, she noted that the department had been assigned a revenue target 18% higher than last year.She further stated:“Last week, the Inland Revenue Department achieved the highest revenue collection in its history, surpassing the Rs. 2 trillion target. To date, the department has collected Rs. 2,080 billion in revenue.”

The National Building Research Organization (NBRO) has submitted a report containing recommendations on immediate measures and long-term solutions for the site following the landslide in Pahala Kadugannawa to the Kegalle District Secretary, the Mawanella Divisional Secretary, and the Road Development Authority (RDA).Senior Geologist Laksiri Indrathilaka of NBRO stated that there is a possibility of reopening the road once the recommendations in the report are implemented.However, he noted at a media briefing held today (25) that ongoing adverse weather conditions have hampered the work.He explained that the area is difficult for physical surveying; therefore, NBRO conducted surveys using LiDAR and drone…

US Ambassador to Sri Lanka, Julie Chung, has met with the Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, at the Parliament of Sri Lanka.During the meeting, Ambassador Julie Chung noted the progress of Peace Corps initiatives and other collaborative programmes in education and cultural exchange carried out by the United States, underscoring educational ties between the two countries along with the Fulbright international exchange programme, according to the Prime Minister’s Media Division.The Fulbright Program, the United States Government’s flagship program of international educational and cultural exchange, offers passionate and accomplished students and scholars in more than 160 countries the opportunity to study,…

The Agricultural and Agrarian Insurance Board has introduced a new Fishermen’s Pension Scheme aimed at providing enhanced social security and financial benefits to members of the fishing community.According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the scheme offers several significant advantages. Contributors who pay their premiums on or before the due date will be eligible to receive a monthly pension from the age of 60. Those who have paid at least 75% of the required contributions will continue to receive a monthly income corresponding to their contribution amount from the age of 60, without cancellation of pension benefits. Contributors who have completed between 25% and…

Minister of Transport, Highways and Urban Development, Bimal Rathnayake, stated that CCTV systems will be made mandatory for all school vans.Addressing Parliament today, the Minister highlighted that harassment of women and children in public transport has increased, and assured that the government will take necessary measures to minimize such incidents in the future.He further announced that a set of guidelines for school transport services and office transport services will be introduced starting January 2026.Speaking on passenger safety, Minister Rathnayake said,“The only solution is to empower passengers. If someone attempts to harass a woman or a child, people must act instead…

The highly anticipated wedding ceremony of Indian cricketer Smriti Mandhana and music composer Palash Muchhal has been postponed after a sudden and distressing family emergency. Smriti Mandhana’s father, Srinivas Mandhana, suffered a heart attack while preparations for the wedding were underway at the Mandhana Farm House in Samdol, Sangli, Tuhin Mishra, Smriti’s business manager, confirmed.Mandhana was immediately rushed to a private hospital in Sangli, where he is currently admitted for urgent treatment. Sources close to the family confirmed that both Smriti Mandhana and her immediate family quickly rushed to the hospital upon hearing the news.As of now, the family has…