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The Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd) conducted a field visit to the Mannar District, in order to inspect the lands used by the North Western and North Central Naval Commands of Sri Lanka Navy.The Chairman of the Mannar District Coordination Committee, Deputy Minister of Co-operative Development Upali Samarasinghe, Parliamentarian Mayilvaganam Jegatheeswaran and other government officials were also part of the visit, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement.During the visit, the Deputy Minister closely observed the Navy’s active contribution in Mannar, towards eradicating the drug menace affecting the country, while also reviewing measures implemented to…

The Commission to Investigate Allegations of Bribery or Corruption (CIABOC) has cautioned the general public against relying on unofficial guidance being circulated regarding the centralized electronic system for submitting asset and liability declarations.In a statement, the Commission said it has observed that various external parties who are not affiliated with the Commission are providing instructions and awareness on accessing the system, entering information and operating the online platform established for declarations.According to the Commission, some of the information and procedures being communicated by such parties are inaccurate and inconsistent with the officially approved process.The Commission stressed that it does not…

The United Nations Security Council on Tuesday condemned the attack on Barakah Nuclear Plant in the United Arab Emirates, according to a statement, adding that ⁠the attack constituted a violation of international law.The council did not attribute blame for the attack.The UAE said last week that six drones had been launched against ⁠it from Iraq, including one that at the nuclear power plant ⁠in the Gulf state.Iraq is home to powerful Iranian-backed ⁠militia groups which have claimed attacks against “enemy bases ⁠in Iraq and the region” during the U.S.-Israeli war on Iran.Source: Reuters–Agencies

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has indicated that vehicle prices could see a temporary increase due to higher surcharges imposed on vehicle imports and fluctuations in exchange rates.Speaking on the issue, representatives of the Sri Lanka Vehicle Importers’ Association of Sri Lanka urged authorities to provide relief at least for vehicles that have already been imported or for which Letters of Credit (LCs) have already been opened.The Vice President of the Vehicle Importers Association of Sri Lanka, Arosha Rodrigo said the reduction of the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio would lower consumers’ purchasing power and affordability, which in turn would…

Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa has warned that Sri Lanka is facing a serious economic risk, alleging that the government is misleading the public with “false statistics” instead of revealing the true state of the economy. He made these remarks during a meeting with social media activists held at the headquarters of the Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB).Premadasa claimed that the government, led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, continues to conceal the country’s economic vulnerabilities while increasing the prices of essential commodities such as fuel and milk powder.He stated that rising fuel and milk powder prices are clear indicators of the prevailing…

The group of 22 Buddhist monks recently arrested at the Katunayake Airport over the smuggling of “Kush” cannabis and “Hashish” from Thailand have been further remanded until June 09 by the Negombo Magistrate’s Court. The order was issued when the suspects were produced before Negombo Magistrate Subhani Abeysekera today (26).The suspects were taken into custody at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) on April 25 after arriving from Thailand with a total of 112 kilograms of “Kush” cannabis and “Hashish,” valued at over Rs. 110 million, concealed in their luggage.The 22 monks were detained for seven days for interrogation by the Police…

The Sri Lankan rupee further appreciated against the US dollar today (26), with the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) recording a buying rate of Rs. 318.32 and a selling rate of Rs. 328.69, according to the CBSL.In recent days, the rupee had been on a depreciating trend against the US dollar.Accordingly, last Friday, the CBSL reported a buying rate of Rs. 342.63 and a selling rate of Rs. 354.03 for the US dollar.However, over the past couple of days, the Sri Lankan rupee, which had been rapidly depreciating against the US dollar, has shown slight appreciation.

The hotel secures four prestigious accolades, reaffirming its position as one of Sri Lanka’s leading hospitality destinations.Hilton Colombo has been recognized on the global stage at the 2026 Haute Grandeur GlobalExcellence Awards, receiving four distinguished accolades that celebrate the hotel’sexcellence in hospitality, culinary experiences, and guest service.The hotel was named Leading Culinary Hotel in Asia, Best Guest Service in Sri Lanka, BestLuxury Hotel in Sri Lanka, and Most Unique Guest Experience in Sri Lanka, marking asignificant milestone for Hilton Colombo, and further strengthening its reputation as one ofthe country’s most celebrated hospitality destinations.Recognized globally as one of the hospitality industry’s…

The Election Commission has stated that it is prepared to conduct Provincial Council elections at any time once the necessary legal provisions are enacted by Parliament, based on the recommendations of the Parliamentary Select Committee.The Attorney General’s Department has submitted its observations to the Committee regarding existing legal impediments and the possible measures required to facilitate the conduct of Provincial Council elections by addressing those issues.The Parliamentary Select Committee, appointed to examine the electoral system under which Provincial Council elections should be held and to present its recommendations, had sought input from both the Attorney General’s Department and the Election…

National Authority on Tobacco and Alcohol (NATA) says nearly 22,000 deaths are reported annually in Sri Lanka due to tobacco use.The Chairman of NATA, Dr. Ananda Rathnayake, stated that over 200 diseases have been identified as being caused by tobacco consumption.Dr. Rathnayake made these remarks while addressing a media briefing held in Colombo to mark ‘World No Tobacco Day 2026’.Commenting further, he said:“Nearly 22,000 people die every year in this small country due to tobacco use. If we talk about economic loss, according to the 2016 estimates, nearly Rs. 214 billion is spent annually. That is like building a Lotus…