- 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
- March 29, 20260 CommentDr. Fazul Jiffry Mohamed Honored with Doctorate in UK ParliamentIRSHAD IMAMUDEEN COLOMBO ; Dr. Al-Haj Fazul Jiffry Mohamed, a distinguished businessman, philanthropist, and alumnus of Al-Mubarak National College, was awarded a prestigious Doctorate (PhD) during a special ceremony held on March 28, 2026, at the UK Parliament in London. The event recognized globally influential individuals, with approximately 150 researchers selected from various countries for...Local
- March 29, 20260 Comment2nd Charter Flight from YAS Lanka Pvt Ltd,Division of Lulu Group International, dispatches a charter flight with perishable goods and FMCG From Colombo to Abu DhabiCOLOMBO : The second Charter Flight from YAS Lanka Pvt Ltd , BOI Zone Katunayake,a Division of Lulu Group International dispatching a special charter cargo flight from Cargo terminal in Bandaranayake International Airport carrying perishable goods and FMCG from Sri Lanka to Abudhabi, UAE. “This initiative comes at a time when several GCC countries are...Business, Economy
