A discussion on accelerating recovery measures and providing relief to those affected by the Cyclone Ditwah was held on March 28 at Temple Trees, with the participation of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and civil society organizations.

A discussion on accelerating recovery measures and providing relief to those affected by the Cyclone Ditwah was held on March 28 at Temple Trees, with the participation of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and civil society organizations.
The number of foreign tourist arrivals to Sri Lanka has surpassed 700,000 so far in 2026, according to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA).
Rajapaksha Pathiranne Prabath Madhusanka, also known as “Midigama Chooti,” who was arrested in Oman, has been brought back to Sri Lanka.
The national programme titled “Surakimu Lanka”, designed to encourage the public to use energy sparingly, was officially launched today (29).
An Indian vessel carrying a consignment of fuel has arrived at the Colombo Port today (29), according to the Ministry of Ports and Civil Aviation.
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya made these remarks while participating in the book launch ceremony of “Intimidated” authored by Professor Suranga Nanayakkara, Head of Department at the National University of Singapore, held on 28 March 2026 at the Lotus Hall of BMICH.
A QR code system to be introduced for agricultural lands and other sectors requiring fuel
The Chairman of the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC), D.J.A.S. D. S. Rajakaruna, has assured that an uninterrupted fuel supply will be maintained in the country without any disruptions in the coming period.
The Prime Minister, Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, stated that it is the government’s objective to establish an education system that ensures every child has access to modern technological opportunities.
As part of efforts to modernize Sri Lanka’s railway service, a new ticketing system along with advanced ticket inspection equipment will be introduced across railway stations islandwide, Deputy Minister of Highways Dr. Prasanna Gunasena said.
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