Mainly fair weather will prevail over the most parts of the island.
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In light of the current situation in the Middle East region, the Embassy of Sri Lanka in Abu Dhabi has advised all Sri Lankan nationals in the United Arab Emirates to avoid unnecessary travel, exercise due caution, remain vigilant, and strictly follow safety guidelines and advisories issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the United Arab Emirates and the Embassy.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs states that it is maintaining close contact with all Sri Lankan diplomatic missions in the Middle Eastern region and continues to closely monitor ongoing developments.
The present Government aims to attract to the country the economies created by current technological and scientific advancements.
A three-month memorial almsgiving ceremony was held today (27) at Pamunupura, Batamulla Junior School in remembrance of those who lost their lives due to the landslide that affected over five kilometres in Nelummala village, Pallegaladebokka Grama Niladhari Division, Minipe Divisional Secretariat Division in the Kandy District. President Anura Kumara Dissanayake also participated in the event.
The Government has extended the validity period of school shoe vouchers worth Rs. 3,000 issued for the year 2026, providing relief to eligible students and parents.
We welcome investors and tourists visiting Sri Lanka as we move towards sustainable development - PM
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that as Sri Lanka moves towards sustainable growth, the country welcomes investors and tourists who contribute to strengthening economic and cultural ties.
The Second Round of Bilateral Political Consultations between Sri Lanka and Finland was held on 25 February 2026 in Helsinki, marking an important step in further strengthening the longstanding and cordial relations between the two countries and reflecting the enduring friendship that has characterized bilateral ties since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1954.
Mainly fair weather will prevail over most parts of the island.
The National Lotteries Board has made a financial contribution of LKR 25 million to the Government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ fund to support relief efforts for those affected by the Ditwah cyclone.
The Bank of Ceylon Pensioners' Association has made a financial contribution of LKR 2.5 million to the Government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ fund to assist communities affected by cyclone Ditwah.
Secretary to the President Instructs Officials to Expedite Relief Efforts for Those Affected by the ‘Cyclone Ditwah’
The “Gauravabhinandana” ceremonial event was held in honour of the Chief Sanghanayake of the Sabaragamuwa Province of the Malwathu Maha Vihara Chapter of the Maha Vihara tradition of the Siyamopali Maha Nikaya; former Pirivena Examiner; Rajakiya Pandith; holder of Master; Scholar of classical texts; recipient of the Kala Bhushana title; Vinaya Keerthi Sri Dhammdinna Saranapala; the Most Venerable Kaeligama Vijithananda Nayaka Thero on 25th of February at the auditorium of the Rathnapura District Secretariat.
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