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Farmers to receive increased fertilizer subsidy from today
The distribution of the fertilizer subsidy will commence today (14), says Minister Vijitha Herath.
During the first phase of the programme, farmers will receive Rs. 15,000, followed by Rs. 10,000 in the second phase.
The minister said…
Govt. ready to reconsider Adani wind power project, AG tells court
The Attorney General (AG) has informed the Supreme Court that the Cabinet of Ministers has decided to reconsider the matters related to the wind power project in Wedithalathivu, Mannar by India’s Adani Green Energy.
The AG communicated…
IMF agrees to increase relief measures for people – President’s Advisor
President’s Adviser on Economic and Financial Affairs Prof. Anil Jayantha says the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has agreed to enhance the relief measures provided to the people of Sri Lanka.
He revealed that the relevant proposals…
Over 130,000 people affected by bad weather in Sri Lanka
The Disaster Management Center (DMC) reports that 134,484 individuals from 34,492 families in 12 districts have been affected by prevailing severe weather conditions.
Additionally, three deaths have been confirmed thus far, while 6,963…
Another group of Chinese nationals arrested in Kandy
Sixteen Chinese nationals including a woman, who were staying under suspicious circumstances, were arrested at a hotel in Anniewatta, Kandy.
According to the police, the group was apprehended during a search operation conducted last…
Chairman of Gflock, Mr. Ranil Willaddarage to Colombo district from Gas Cylinder
Mr. Ranil Willaddarage, the Chairman of Gflock, a prominent ready-made clothing brand in Sri Lanka, has submitted his nomination under the Gas Cylinder party for the Colombo district in this year's parliamentary elections.
Mr.…
U.S. Pacific Fleet Commander Arrives In Sri Lanka, Meets US Envoy In Colombo
Admiral Steve Koehler, a 4-star U.S. Navy Admiral and Commander of U.S. Pacific Fleet, arrived in Sri Lanka on Thursday (10).
His visit marks the highest-level U.S. military visit to the country since 2021.
U.S. Navy 4-star Admiral…
2012 Greek bonds case: Ex-CBSL chief Cabraal and 3 others granted bail
Indictments have been filed against former Governor of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) Ajith Nivard Cabraal and three other defendants in a case filed against them alleging financial losses caused to the government of Sri Lanka through…
Italian Naval ship ‘Ppa Montecuccoli’ arrives in Colombo
Italian Naval ship ‘Ppa Montecuccoli’ has arrived at the port of Colombo on a formal visit this morning (10 October).
The visiting ship was welcomed by the Sri Lanka Navy in compliance with naval traditions, Sri Lanka Navy said in a…
Postal Department clarifies issuance of stamps featuring PM and Minister
The Department of Posts has issued a clarification regarding the recent release of stamps featuring Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and Minister Vijitha Herath.
The Postal Department clarified that the stamps bearing the images of…