COLOMBI – Vietjet is rolling out a limited-time, exclusive promotion on its new Colombo–Ho Chi Minh City route, featuring Eco fares from $90 one-way (inclusive of all taxes and fees) along with 20kg of complimentary checked baggage. The route, Vietjet’s first scheduled service connecting Sri Lanka and Vietnam, is set to commence operation on 18...

COLOMBO The Embassy of France in Sri Lanka and the Maldives has chosen to relocate its offices to Mireka Tower, one of Colombo’s premier Grade A commercial office developments, marking a significant milestone in the Embassy’s longstanding presence in the country. This decision marks its first relocation in more than 50 years. Developed and managed...

COLOMBO ; Former Inspector General of Police C.D. Wickramaratne was laid to rest Monday,July 20 amid police honours and ceremonial gun salutes. The final farewell ceremony was held with the participation of senior police officers, family members, and dignitaries, as Sri Lanka Police paid tribute to the former police chief through official ceremonial traditions. The...

LONDON Newly appointed UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has pledged to deliver sweeping political and economic reforms, promising to restore stability, tackle the cost-of-living crisis, and rebuild public faith in government after formally accepting King Charles III’s invitation to form a government. Addressing supporters outside 10 Downing Street after returning from Buckingham Palace, Burnham described...

COLOMBO ; New Chairperson and Members Appointed to the Finance Commissio President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has appointed Ms N. R. Anees as the new Chairperson and a member of the Finance Commission.J. M. C. J. Wijetunga and K. Karunaharan have been appointed as the other members of the Commission.The letters of appointment were presented to...