President says Sri Lanka aims to cut VAT within 3 years
President says Sri Lanka aims to reduce Value Added Tax rates within the next two to three years.
Israel cuts British diplomatic presence in east Jerusalem
Israel said the British consulate in east Jerusalem ended its role on 8 October, with seven diplomats allowed to stay in a…
Former Akmeemana council chairman jailed for three years
A former Akmeemana Pradeshiya Sabha chairman has been jailed for three years after a Colombo court found him guilty of bribery over…
President to appoint committee on prison rules for monks
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said he will appoint a committee to amend laws on how Buddhist monks are held in and released…
Local & Politics
More Local & PoliticsNational standards for preschools to begin in 2027
Women and Child Affairs Minister Saroja Savithri Paulraj said Sri Lanka Standards will be introduced for preschools and childcare centres in 2027.
Business
More BusinessColombo court remands man over alleged USD 25 million transfer scheme
A 25-year-old from Wellampitiya was remanded until 15 October over allegedly sending USD 25 million abroad through fraudulent transfers.
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Kusal Mendis named Sri Lanka Test captain
Sri Lanka Cricket has appointed Kusal Mendis as Test captain, following Dhananjaya de Silva's resignation, ahead of the series in Pakistan.
World & Diaspora
More World & DiasporaSri Lanka and Lithuania sign MoU on political cooperation
Sri Lanka and Lithuania signed a memorandum of understanding on political cooperation during a visit marking 30 years of diplomatic relations.