Expatriate workers have significantly contributed to Sri Lanka’s economy, remitting a total of US$ 2.079 billion through the legal banking system in the first four months of this year. According to the Labour and Foreign Employment Ministry, April alone saw remittances amounting to US$ 543.8 million, marking a notable increase compared to the same period
Urban Development and Housing Minister Prasanna Ranatunge is seeking government funding of Rs.15,244.58 million to complete seven housing projects initiated by Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa during his tenure as Minister of Housing Development from 2015 to 2019. These projects, comprising 44,053 housing units, were halted due to insufficient funds during their construction phase. The funds
The head of a GCE Ordinary Level Examination center in the Vavuniya education zone has been suspended following allegations of irregularities. The accusations include distributing question papers to certain candidates moments before the scheduled time and collecting answer sheets from another group of students thirty minutes earlier than scheduled. These actions have raised concerns about
Rupavahini, a national television channel in Sri Lanka, made history on May 5 by presenting a Sinhala news program using Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology. This groundbreaking move marked the first instance of AI technology being employed in news telecasting within the country. Just five days later, on May 10, Rupavahini extended the use of AI
Annually, Sri Lanka incurs a hefty cost of Rs. 70 billion to import milk powder, as revealed by Dr. Hemali Kotalawala, the Director General of the Animal Production and Health Department. Despite a demand for 1,200 billion litres of liquid milk per year, only 35 to 40 percent of this demand is met domestically, leading
The Emergency Treatment Unit (ETU) at Walasmulla Base Hospital faced devastation from a lightning strike during heavy rains on Friday (10). The strike not only destroyed all electrical equipment but also caused fire damage to the building, rendering the unit unusable. Fortunately, three patients receiving treatment during the incident were unharmed, although hospital staff had
Over one thousand Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) drivers and conductors received their permanent appointment letters recently at a ceremony led by Transport, Highways, and Mass Media Minister Dr. Bandula Gunawardhana. These appointments, part of a program for 1,605 workers who have been on SLTB contracts since 2018, mark a significant event for the organization.
The Buddhist Cultural Centre in Colombo 5 recently marked the 21st anniversary of Meth Saviya with a notable event, the Maithri Bhooshana felicitation ceremony. The ceremony, graced by Buddha Sasana and Cultural Affairs Minister Vidura Wickramanayaka, honored individuals committed to philanthropy and community service. Among the honorees were Vipassi Buddhist Centre Director Ven. Rajawelle Subhuthi
Minister Pavithra Wanniarachchi recently announced the establishment of the Kolonna New Mahaweli Division, encompassing 29 village officer domains from the Kolonna Divisional Secretariat Division and 18 from the Embilipitiya Divisional Secretariat Division within the Ratnapura District. This move aims to uplift agricultural activities and enhance the economic and social well-being of the area’s residents, aligning
The Legislative Assembly of British Columbia has officially designated the first Sunday of every May as Buddhist Culture Day, following advocacy by Teresa Wat, Shadow Minister for Multiculturalism, Anti-Racism Initiatives, Arts, and Culture. This decision comes as a recognition of the significant contributions made by the Buddhist community, which comprises over 90,000 British Columbians. Wat