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Sri Lanka's official reserve assets grew by 9.6% in April 2024, as announced by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).The post Sri Lanka’s official reserve assets up by 9.6% in April 2024 appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
- Sri Lanka’s official reserve assets increase by 9.5% in March (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka’s official reserve assets increase in April 2023 – CBSL (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka’s official reserve assets up by 23.2% in December 2023 (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka’s official reserve assets increase by 26.2% in May (Category: Breaking News)
A member of an organized crime gang involved in the murder of Roshan Kumara Vithanage, Treasurer of the Public Health Inspectors' Association, was apprehended at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) last night (May 06).The post Murder suspect of Health Inspectors’ Association treasurer nabbed at BIA appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONL...
- Ape Jana Bala Party Chairman arrested (Category: Breaking News)
- Wanted murder suspect shot dead in Minuwangoda during shootout with Police STF (Category: Breaking News)
- Main suspect over brutal murder of five in Delft Island arrested (Category: Breaking News)
- Key associate of ‘Angoda Lokka’ apprehended at BIA with forged passport (Category: Breaking News)
A 72-hour detention order was obtained by police for Ramesh Priyajanaka alias Manna Ramesh who was arrested in Dubai and brought to Sri Lanka this morning (07) by a team of CID officers, the police spokesman said.
- Indian minister Jairam arrive SriLanka (Category: Breaking News)
- US court dismisses case on Sri Lanka President (Category: Breaking News)
- Underworld figure Manna Ramesh arrested in Dubai (Category: Breaking News)
- Manna Ramesh repatriated to Sri Lanka from Dubai (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka s Cabinet of Ministers has approved a deal with Indian billionaire Gautam Adani s renewable energy wing Adani Green to develop wind power stations in the country.
- Adani to complete 500 MW Renewable Energy Project by December 2024 (Category: Breaking News)
- India s Adani Green Energy given provisional approval for two wind projects (Category: Breaking News)
- President Ranil meets Gautam Adani, explores green hydrogen projects (Category: Breaking News)
- India s Adani Group to run three Sri Lankan airports? (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka s official reserve assets increased by 9.6% to USD 5.43 billion in April 2024, compared to USD 4.96 billion in March 2024, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL).
- Bond Auction (Category: Business)
- ‘SL will implement home-grown solution’ (Category: Breaking News)
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- Seeking Direction (Category: Business)
Sri Lanka Banks Association, LankaPay and FinCSIRT says they have been alerted regarding several incidents of financial fraud, both globally and in Sri Lanka, disguised as attractive online offers, leading to mobile device users inadvertently clicking on unknown links and downloading malicious apps and files.
The Sri Lanka Police announced that Ramesh Priyajanaka, also known as 'Manna Ramesh', the leader of an underworld criminal gang, was extradited from Dubai to Sri Lanka this morning (May 07) by a team of CID officers.The post ‘Manna Ramesh’ repatriated to Sri Lanka from Dubai appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
- Police obtain 72-hour detention order on Manna Ramesh (Category: Breaking News)
- Manna Ramesh repatriated to Sri Lanka from Dubai (Category: Breaking News)
- Underworld figure Manna Ramesh arrested in Dubai (Category: Breaking News)
- Manna Roshan’s brother killed in Hanwella shooting (Category: Breaking News)
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- The return of Japan is a victory (Category: Breaking News)
- Getting Nearer To Solution As Options Narrow (Category: Breaking News)
- War Of Attrition Will Ruin Both The Government & Country (Category: Breaking News)
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Underworld criminal gang leader Ramesh Priyajanaka, also known as Manna Ramesh , who was arrested in Dubai has been brought back to Sri Lanka this morning (07) by a team of CID officers, the Police Spokesman said.
- Indian minister Jairam arrive SriLanka (Category: Breaking News)
- US court dismisses case on Sri Lanka President (Category: Breaking News)
- Underworld figure Manna Ramesh arrested in Dubai (Category: Breaking News)
- Police obtain 72-hour detention order on Manna Ramesh (Category: Breaking News)
Tuesday 7th May, 2024 The BIA (Bandaranaike International Airport) visa controversy has taken a dramatic turn with the Opposition accusing Public Security Minister Tiran Alles of having misled Parliament. The outsourcing of on-arrival visa processing to a foreign company has provoked a public outcry. The company reportedly charges about USD 20 or more as visa […]
- Visa controversy: SJB alleges Tiran Alles misled Parliament (Category: Breaking News)
- Action against man who caused disturbance at BIA visa counters and officers who recorded incident (Category: Breaking News)
- Visa scandal exposed after airport chaos (Category: Breaking News)
- Online Safety Bill presented to parliament (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka, Thailand and USA co-chaired the 15th Inter-Sessional Meeting (ISM) of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) on Non –Proliferation and Disarmament (NPD), held from 29 April – 01 May 2024 in Hawaii, USA. The meeting followed Sri Lanka’s hosting of the 14th ARF Inter-Sessional Meeting on Non Proliferation and Disarmament in Colombo last year. […]
- SL recognizes nuclear energy for peaceful purposes (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka reaffirms commitment to nuclear disarmament and non-proliferation (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka ratifies Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) and expresses commitment to Nucl... (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka Ratifies Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty (CTBT) and Expresses Commitment to Nucl... (Category: Breaking News)
VFS Global, the company at the centre of continuing controversy over the issuance of on arrival visa at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), yesterday (06) said that it had commenced operations in Sri Lanka in 2004. According to the company, it has been facilitating the visa application process for 23 governments, including the UK, Australia, […]
- Visa scandal exposed after airport chaos (Category: Breaking News)
- BIA thrown into turmoil as foreign firm handles on-arrival visa counter (Category: Breaking News)
- VFS Global issues clarification on Sri Lanka E-Visa system (Category: Breaking News)
- Visa controversy: SJB alleges Tiran Alles misled Parliament (Category: Breaking News)
by Jehan Perera The visit of Japan’s foreign minister Yoko Kamikawa to Sri Lanka is an indication that the relationship between the two countries is on the mend. The manner in which Japan was ousted from the special status it had once held by the previous government headed by President Gotabaya Rajapaksa would have caused […]
- SL rejects UNHRC resolution (Category: Breaking News)
- Prez insists on IMF approved new tax regime, warns of dire consequences unless fully implemented (Category: Breaking News)
- Japan seeks to organize SL creditors’ conference: Will China attend? (Category: Breaking News)
- As UN General Assembly Convenes, Leading Senators Unveil Resolution Urging International Coopera... (Category: Breaking News)
by Dr Upul Wijayawardhana “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.” This is very sound advice to be followed at this time of distress in Sri Lanka, as there are many things that are broken and need fixing urgently. Some may say our ruling politicians are not smart enough to grasp the validity of such […]
- Visa scandal exposed after airport chaos (Category: Breaking News)
- A new online visa system in place now (Category: Breaking News)
- Visa controversy: SJB alleges Tiran Alles misled Parliament (Category: Breaking News)
- Gota leaves Singapore after fleeing protesters at home (Category: Breaking News)
A special workshop for the youth representatives selected to represent the Sectoral Oversight Committees (SOCs) of the Parliament was successfully held recently at the Water’s Edge Hotel, Battaramulla. Organized by the Parliament with the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the main objectives of this workshop were to give the youth representatives a […]
- Youth representatives to engage with Parliamentary Sectoral Oversight Committees (Category: Breaking News)
- Parliament adjourned till 05 Jan. 2023 (Category: Breaking News)
- Speaker responds to President’s letter (Category: Breaking News)
- “Fulfill your duties today and talk about Sri Lanka with pride in another 25 years” – President (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka has decided to continue with the free visa service offered to visitors from India, China, Russia, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia. The President’s media division said that it was decided at the Cabinet meeting held, Monday, to maintain the existing US $50 fee for a 30-day visa for foreigners visiting Sri Lanka. Furthermore, […]
- India denies taking over visa issuance at Sri Lanka airport (Category: Breaking News)
- Police grill man who protested at BIA over visa issue (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka says 90 female domestic workers stranded in Oman (Category: Breaking News)
- Two youth drown at sea in Beruwela (Category: Breaking News)
The Ambassador of Japan, Hideaki Mizukoshi handed over three “Health on Wheels” trucks to the Ministry of Health. The project has been implemented by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), with financial support from the Government of Japan. These trucks valued at USD 380,000 represent a vital step in enhancing healthcare accessibility, particularly in the […]
- More drugs expected to go out of stock in Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- Japan provides USD 4.6 Million to support Sri Lankan women and girls’ health (Category: Breaking News)
- Medicine, equipment worth over USD 2.1 million handed over to Sri Lanka (Category: Breaking News)
- The Order of the Rising Sun, Gold and Silver Rays conferred on Chef Dharshan Munidasa (Category: Breaking News)
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- Opinion Vs Truth (Category: Breaking News)
- Who Or What Made Us Insolvent (Category: Breaking News)
- Can Political Liberation Movements Be Called Fascists? (Category: Breaking News)
- Are We Rotting Or Rotten? (Category: Breaking News)
Pivithuru Hela Urumaya (PHU) leader MP Udaya Gammanpila claims that the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) had increased the salaries of its employees by the biggest margin in its history, despite having recorded losses of billions of rupees for two consecutive years.
Concluding a two-day visit, IFC s Vice President for Asia Pacific, Riccardo Puliti, signaled IFC s commitment to supporting Sri Lanka s ongoing reforms and growth agenda, while emphasizing the importance of private sector-led development for inclusive economic growth.
- Refinance (Category: Business)
- Risk Cover (Category: Business)
- Renewable Energy (Category: Business)
- Higher Volume (Category: Business)
It was decided at the Cabinet meeting held today (06) to maintain the existing US $50 fee for a 30-day visa for foreigners visiting Sri Lanka.
The Cabinet of Ministers in Sri Lanka has decided to maintain the current fee of $50 per person for a 30-day visa for foreigners visiting Sri Lanka.The post Sri Lanka cabinet takes decision on Visa Fees appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lanka | ONLANKA.
- Sri Lanka approves visa-free entry for tourists from 07 countries (Category: Breaking News)
- Sri Lanka to introduce new visa types for Colombo Port City investors (Category: Breaking News)
- VFS Global clarifies Sri Lanka’s E-Visa system amidst controversy (Category: Breaking News)
- Minister Tiran Alles vows action on BIA disturbance, clarifies visa charges (Category: Breaking News)
A Sri Lankan man who spoke out at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake on May 01 against the takeover of the on-arrival visa issuance process by an Indian company has been summoned to the Katunayake Airport Police to record a statement today (May 06).The post Police summon Sri Lankan citizen for speaking against Visa issuance takeover appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaki...
- Youth who caused disturbance at BIA summoned by police (Category: Breaking News)
- Lankan with fake papers remanded (Category: Breaking News)
- Police grill man who protested at BIA over visa issue (Category: Breaking News)
- Visa muddle (Category: Breaking News)
VFS Global, the company involved in the controversy surrounding the issuance of on-arrival visas at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA), has released a statement today (May 06) addressing accusations and clarifying certain concerns.The post VFS Global clarifies Sri Lanka’s E-Visa system amidst controversy appeared first on Sri Lanka News | Breaking News & Top Stories in Sri Lank...
- Visa scandal exposed after airport chaos (Category: Breaking News)
- BIA thrown into turmoil as foreign firm handles on-arrival visa counter (Category: Breaking News)
- VFS Global responds (Category: Breaking News)
- Online Visa (Category: Business)
The Cabinet of Ministers has decided to retain the existing USD 50 fee per person for a 30-day visa for foreign visitors entering Sri Lanka.
VFS Global says the decision to grant or reject a visa in Sri Lanka is at the sole discretion of the Department of Immigration and Emigration in Sri Lanka and not the private company. Issuing a statement, VFS Global said that the Department of Immigration & Emigration (DI&E) has signed a tripartite contract with GBS […]
- VFS Global responds (Category: Breaking News)
- VFS Global clarifies Sri Lanka’s E-Visa system amidst controversy (Category: Breaking News)
- Visa scandal exposed after airport chaos (Category: Breaking News)
- BIA thrown into turmoil as foreign firm handles on-arrival visa counter (Category: Breaking News)
Sri Lanka's Minister of Public Security, Tiran Alles, asserts that action will be taken against both the individual who caused a disturbance in the visa issuance section at Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake recently and the officers who documented the incident.The post Minister Tiran Alles vows action on BIA disturbance, clarifies visa charges appeared first on Sri Lanka News ...
- Action against man who caused disturbance at BIA visa counters and officers who recorded incident (Category: Breaking News)
- Tiran insists Cabinet fully aware of decision on e-visa (Category: Breaking News)
- Visa muddle (Category: Breaking News)
- Cabinet okays special visas for Colombo Port City (Category: Breaking News)
The Police questioned a man who protested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) recently at the visa issuance counters. The man, identified as Sandaruwan Kumarasinghe, appeared at the Airport Police station, Monday. He said that he was questioned over the objections he raised at the visa issuance counters. The airport incident was captured on a mobile […]
- India denies taking over visa issuance at Sri Lanka airport (Category: Breaking News)
- American arrested at BIA with live bullets (Category: Breaking News)
- Bolivian arrested at BIA with cocaine (Category: Breaking News)
- High-tech scanners to be installed at VIP passenger terminal (Category: Breaking News)
Concluding a two-day visit, IFC’s Vice President for Asia Pacific, Riccardo Puliti, signaled IFC’s commitment to supporting Sri Lanka’s ongoing reforms and growth agenda. He also emphasized the importance of private sector-led development for inclusive economic growth. The visit served as an opportunity for Puliti to engage with key stakeholders, including meeting the President of [...
- IFC pledges fullest cooperation to Sri Lanka (Category: Business)
- Optimistic IFC to expand in Sri Lanka (Category: Business)
- IFC To Double Commitment (Category: Breaking News)
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