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The Leader of the Opposition, Sajith Premadasa has called on the government to disclose the formula used to determine the guaranteed price of paddy, emphasizing the need for transparency in calculating production costs.Addressing the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Environment, Agriculture and Sustainability, Premadasa said the formula should account for key input costs, including seed paddy, fertilizer, agrochemicals, machinery and equipment.He also requested details on how Sri Lanka’s annual fertilizer demand is being met through government and private-sector procurement.Highlighting the impact of global conflicts on fertilizer prices, the Opposition Leader called for a comparison of fertilizer prices before and after conflict…

The Court of Appeal has ordered that a revision petition filed by Yoshitha Rajapaksa, son of former President Mahinda Rajapaksa, be taken up for examination tomorrow.The petition seeks a ruling declaring that the charge of “conspiracy” brought against him by the Attorney General under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act cannot be maintained.The petition is scheduled to be heard before a Court of Appeal bench comprising Justices Amal Ranaraja and Dr. Sumudu Premachandra, said Ada Derana reporter.When the petition was previously taken up for consideration, counsel Hafeel Farisz, appearing for Yoshitha Rajapaksa, informed the court that although a woman named…

According to the latest report released by the Economic Research Department of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, export earnings from the textile and garment sector—one of Sri Lanka’s key export industries—declined during the first four months of 2026.Textile and garment export earnings amounted to USD 1,624.7 million during the period from January to April 2026, compared to USD 1,751.8 million recorded during the corresponding period in 2025. This represents a decrease of 7.3 percent.Meanwhile, Sri Lanka’s total export earnings for the first four months of 2026 recorded a marginal increase, rising to USD 4,534.9 million from USD 4,315.6 million…

The Ministry of Transport, Highways and Urban Development has introduced measures to further promote the use of the Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) system on the Colombo–Katunayake Expressway, aiming to provide motorists with a faster and more convenient toll payment experience.Awareness programmes on the enhanced ETC facilities were conducted today (15). According to the Ministry, motorists can now make toll payments using cash, cards, or the ETC system, with dedicated entry and exit lanes available for ETC users to minimize delays and improve traffic flow.The Transport Ministry said ETC users are entitled to a 10 percent discount on toll charges for…

The Department of Meteorology has issued an “Amber” advisory for strong winds and rough seas in the sea areas extending from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota.According to the Department of Meteorology, the sea areas off the coasts extending from Galle to Pottuvil via Hambantota will be rough at times, with strong gusty winds reaching speeds of 50–60 km/h.Naval and fishing communities are requested to remain vigilant in this regard, it said.Wave heights may increase to about 2.0–2.5 metres in the sea areas off the coast extending from Kalpitiya to Pottuvil via Colombo, Galle, and Hambantota.Naval and fishing communities are also…

Gold prices in Sri Lanka have increased significantly following a sharp rise in global gold prices, which have climbed to USD 4,325 in the global market.Accordingly, local gold prices have reportedly risen by Rs. 6,000 compared to the rates recorded at 9.00 a.m. today (15).As a result, the price of 22-carat gold sovereign was recorded at Rs. 360,600 in the Colombo Sea Street gold market this morning.Meanwhile, the price of a 24-carat gold sovereign, which stood at Rs. 386,000 on June 13 (Saturday), has increased to Rs. 392,000 today, according to market sources.

Traffic movement along the Hatton–Nuwara Eliya main road near the Kotagala Pathana Junction has been restricted to a single lane due to the risk of several eucalyptus trees collapsing onto the roadway from a landslide-prone area.The Road Development Authority (RDA) implemented the restriction yesterday (14) after assessing the potential threat posed to the main road.According to local residents, the roots of several eucalyptus trees located on the hilltop above the landslide site have become exposed, creating an imminent risk of the trees toppling onto the road amid the strong winds and adverse weather conditions currently affecting the area.Commuters stated that…

The Sri Lankan Rupee has strengthened against the US Dollar today (15), reversing its recent depreciation, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).Accordingly, the buying rate of the US Dollar has been recorded at Rs. 326.34, while the selling rate stands at Rs. 336.58.On June 12 (Friday), the buying rate of the US Dollar was at Rs. 331.42, with the selling rate at Rs. 341.36.

Several spells of showers will occur in Western, Sabaragamuwa and North-western provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts, today (15), the Department of Meteorology said. Showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in Uva and Eastern provinces and in Mullaittivudistrict after 2.00 p.m, it stated. Fairly strong winds about 30-40 kmph can be expected at times over Western slopes of the centralhills, Northern and North-central provinces and in Hambantota and Trincomalee districts, the Met. Department added. The general public is kindly requested to take adequate precautions to minimize damage caused bytemporary localized strong winds and lightning during thundershowers.

Sweden crushed Tunisia 5-1 to leave the North African nation’s defensive reputation in tatters and take early control of World Cup Group F.Yasin Ayari opened the scoring early in the Mexican city of Guadalupe with a thunderbolt from distance and Alexander Isak doubled Sweden’s lead in the 30th minute.Omar Rekik pulled a goal back shortly before half-time but Viktor Gyokeres restored Sweden’s two-goal cushion. Mattias Svanberg made it 4-1 before another stunner from Ayari.For Sweden, it had been a long and winding road to get here for the team and coach ‌Graham Potter. Sweden finished bottom of their qualifying group…