- March 29, 20260 CommentZahira College OBA’s Landmark 105th AGM,picks office-bearers for the ensuing yearA.M.M.MUZAMMILThe historic Ghaffoor Hall, long steeped in tradition and nostalgia, played host to the Zahira College Old Boys’ Association’s landmark 105th Annual General Meeting on Sunday, 29th March 2026. The event was graced by a truly remarkable gathering of Old Zahirains, who reunited with immense pride and enthusiasm, once again reaffirming their enduring bond with...Loc
- March 29, 20260 CommentTDFC Indian delegation concludes a trade visit to Sri LankaCOLOMBO :The International Trade & Delegation Federation of Chambers (ITDFC) India led a high-level Indian business and institutional delegation to Sri Lanka from March 24 to 27, with the objective of advancing bilateral trade, investment, and strategic cooperation between India and Sri Lanka. The visit reflects a shared commitment to strengthening economic diplomacy and fostering...Loc
- March 29, 20260 CommentSurakimu Lanka” national programme for energy security launchedCOLOMBO : UThe national programme titled “Surakimu Lanka”, designed to encourage the public to use energy sparingly, was officially launched today (29). Its primary objective is to foster a community that carefully conserves energy resources. The Government is implementing this programme, considering potential disruptions to the country’s energy and fuel supply due to the prevailing...Local
- March 29, 20260 CommentIndian Vessel Carrying Diesel and Petrol Arrives at Colombo PortCOLOMBO ; 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. The vessel, Hari Anand, docked at the Dolphin Jetty of the Colombo Port, transporting a total of 36,000 metric tons of fuel. The shipment includes 18,000 metric tons...Business, Economy
- March 29, 20260 CommentPublic Emergency in Sri Lanka extended by one monthCOLOMBO ; The State of Public Emergency in Sri Lanka, declared by the President, has been extended by one month. The relevant gazette notification has been issued by the Secretary to the President, Dr. N.S. Kumanayake. This decision has been taken in view of the disaster situation caused by the Cyclone ‘‘Ditwah,’’ with the aim...Local
