Today, 28th May 2026, marks the observance of the sacred festival of Eid al-Adha, celebrated with deep devotion by Muslims across the world.
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The prevailing showery condition over the south western parts of the island is expected to continue.
“Let us resolve to fulfil our responsibility of safeguarding the Buddha Sasana and the Dhamma for future generations”
“A spiritual revival is essential in building economic revival within the country” - President
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A strong economy built on fiscal discipline and a people-centric government has enabled the payment of this compensation after seven years
While addressing the immediate concerns of the people, the Government has also launched programmes aimed at strengthening their economic stability - President emphasizes
South-west monsoon has established over the island. The prevailing showery condition over the south western parts of the island is expected to continue.
The newly equipped television studio, which had remained an incomplete component of the media complex constructed for the practical training of students at the University of Vocational Technology (UoVT), Ratmalana, was officially handed over to the students today (26 May) with the participation of Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, following the installation of modern technological equipment and studio production facilities.
A meeting between Upcountry Hindu Priests and the Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake, was held this morning (26) at the Presidential Secretariat.
A special discussion chaired by Minister of Public Administration, Provincial Councils and Local Government Professor Chandana Abayaratne was held yesterday (25) to address issues affecting the Kala Oya and Ma Oya water supply projects aimed at resolving drinking water shortages in several areas of the Puttalam District.
Southwest Monsoon is gradually establishing across the island, an increase in rainfall over the southwestern parts of the island is expected.
Sri Lanka’s total exports, comprising both merchandise and services, reached US$ 1,380.93 million in April 2026, recording a year-on-year growth of 6 % compared to April 2025 said Chairman of EDB Mr mangala Wijesinghe.
The Government of Sri Lanka has announced that, with effect from May 25, 2026, nationals of 40 countries will be eligible to obtain a free 30-day tourist Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) for visits to Sri Lanka.
A consignment of 134 single cabs donated by the Government of India under the Indo–Sri Lanka Friendship Programme for the use of the Sri Lanka Police was officially handed over to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake this morning (25) at the Presidential Secretariat.
Southwest Monsoon is gradually establishing across the island, an increase in rainfall over the southwestern parts of the island is expected during the next few days.
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