Financial crisis so acute, teachers’ demands cannot be met, states Prof. G. L. Peiris
SLPP Chairman and Foreign Minister, Prof. G. L. Peiris yesterday, October 18, emphasised that the worsening financial crisis experienced by the country was so...
Elections should be held on time, states MP Lakshman Kiriella
The Government is postponing the elections day by day as it is well aware of the results, said Chief Opposition Whip, Samagi Jana Balawegaya...
Principals and teachers informed to report for duty on Oct. 25
The Teachers-Principals Trade Union Alliance has informed principals and teachers to report for duty at schools on October 25, and not on October 21...
Committee on Public Finance approves a new special textile production zone of 400 acres...
A new special textile production zone of 400 acres capable of bringing economic and social benefits to the country was approved by the Committee...
Foreign Minister calls for cooperation with Malaysia in digitization, education
Sri Lanka Foreign Minister, G. L Peiris has called for stronger bilateral ties between Sri Lanka and Malaysia and for cooperation in the fields...
Planters’ Association commends Govt. on fertiliser decision
While commending the Government’s decision to allow imports of nitrogen-based fertiliser for the tea industry, the Planters’ Association of Ceylon (PA) called for distribution...
Sri Lanka stocks rebound after Central Bank keeps rates steady
Sri Lanka stocks gained 1.31 per cent on Thursday, October 13, in lower trade, as the Central Bank’s decision to keep the key monetary...
Government to ensure schools reopen on October 21
Plans are afoot by the Education Ministry and the Public Security Ministry to ensure that the long-awaited schools reopening on October 21 will not...
Experts discuss framing a green development pathway for Sri Lanka
Experts from the government, private sector, UN agencies, think tanks, and other development partners, came together at this week’s kick starter sessions of the...
Inter-provincial travel restrictions strictly enforced, COVID Committee decides
* Vehicles to be checked at provincial borders
* Extra scrutiny over long weekend
* Amended health guidelines issued
It has been decided to strictly enforce the...