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The midseason indigenous big onion cultivation in Matale district has seen remarkable success, with farmers like Sudath Dinesh Gunathilaka from Ussana irrigation colony in Dewahuwa area reporting significant earnings. Despite utilizing only a fraction of land for cultivation, Gunathilaka managed to generate over Rs. 8 million in revenue, highlighting the potential of this crop. However,
The Central Disease Control Programme at Colombo National Hospital is set to introduce a novel method for identifying leprosy patients using WhatsApp. Dr. Indira Kahawita, a dermatologist, explained that individuals with suspected leprosy can take a clear picture of the affected area and send it to the leprosy identification helpline number 0754088604 via WhatsApp. This
In March 2024, Sri Lanka’s merchandise export performance reached US$ 1,138.9 million, marking a significant 9.77% increase compared to March 2023. The Export Development Board (EDB) reported that this performance also saw a 7.51% rise from the previous month, February 2024. Alongside merchandise exports, services exports amounted to US$ 275.1 million in March 2024, showcasing
Litro Gas Lanka, the leading gas supplier in Sri Lanka, announced a reduction in the price of its 12.5 Kg domestic LP Gas cylinder. The company’s Chairman, Muditha Peiris, revealed that the current price of Rs. 4,115 for the 12.5 Kg cylinder will be lowered to below Rs. 4,000. Peiris added that the specific reduced
Finance State Minister Dr. Ranjith Siyambalapitiya revealed that despite the official suspension of foreign debt payments, Sri Lanka has paid US$ 2.5 billion in 2022 and US$ 2.6 billion in 2023. The Minister highlighted that the country continues to make substantial annual payments, with an average of around US$ 2.5 billion, although only bilateral foreign
The Joint Committee of Government Executive Officers initiated a two-day token strike today, citing various demands, including issues related to salaries. H. A. L. Udayasiri, the committee’s Chairman, announced plans for additional protests in Colombo later in the day, signaling a continued push for their demands. Simultaneously, non-academic staff members across state universities have declared
Dr. Gayashika Fernando, a Senior Lecturer in SLIIT’s Mechanical Engineering Department and the first PhD graduate from SLIIT’s Faculty of Engineering, embodies determination and scholarly excellence. Her academic journey, spanning from a B.Sc. (Hons) in Production Engineering at the University of Peradeniya to an MEng in Manufacturing System Engineering at the University of Moratuwa, reflects
Power and Energy State Minister Indika Anuruddha Herath emphasized the stability and safety of the Uma Oya Development Project, stating that since its transfer to public ownership, there have been no reported landslides or issues. He cautioned against misleading narratives, pointing out that some are attempting to mislead the public by highlighting minor waterfalls due
Effective from today, the Maximum Retail Price (MRP) of a 50kg bag of Cement has been reduced by Rs. 50, making it Rs. 2,400. This price adjustment, announced by the industry media, marks a significant step in supporting the local construction sector by offering consumers a cost-saving benefit starting from May 1st. The decision to
The government has allocated Rs. 100 million for each divisional secretariat area to fund development projects ahead of the presidential election, with instructions to ruling party MPs to expedite their implementation, reports the Daily Mirror. President Ranil Wickremesinghe convened a meeting of ruling party legislators to address the slow pace of project execution, as noted