President instructs officials to prepare a relief package designed to promote investment in the modern technology sector

President instructs officials to prepare a relief package designed to promote investment in the modern technology sector
SriLankan Airlines has announced the resumption of flights between Katunayake and Dubai, following a temporary suspension due to the military conflict in the Middle East.
A meeting between Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and officials of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) was held on 2nd of March at the Ministry of Education to discuss the Human Resource Development for Education Project (HRDEP).
Sri Lanka recorded a 16.2% increase in tourist arrivals in February 2026 compared to the same month last year, according to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority.
Flights to the Middle East resumed yesterday (03) from Bandaranaike International Airport after a temporary suspension due to the regional conflict.
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the Government is undertaking a significant effort to lead the country towards a new transformative era, and that the guidance, advice, and support of members of the Maha Sangha and religious leaders, who carry out extensive social service for the people, are of immense importance to this endeavour.
Mainly dry weather will prevail in the most parts of the island.
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has extended an invitation to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV to undertake an official visit to Sri Lanka.
We hope for the best – and prepare for the worst - The President
SriLankan Airlines has temporarily cancelled its flights from Colombo to destinations in the Middle East region due to the prevailing situation in the area.
The second phase of the first school term commenced today (03) in all government and government-approved private schools across the island.
Mainly dry weather will prevail in the most parts of the island.


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