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By Easwaran Rutnam A protest march was held today to mark 50 days of the struggle at Galle Face in Colombo. The march, which began at Colpetty, saw the participation of trade unions, university students, and several ordinary citizens. The march went along Galle Road and through Galle Face where they were joined by religious […]
Sri Lanka's pharmaceuticals suppliers are hit by payment delays and are also facing regulatory delays
The Go Gota Gama protest site at Galle Face marks 50 days today (Saturday). The protest began on 9th April after Sri Lanka began to suffer a serious economic crisis resulting in a shortage of fuel, gas and enforced power cuts. Protesters gathered at Galle Face, near the entrance to the Presidential
The Philippines says it is ready to evacuate its nationals employed in Sri Lanka, owing to the economic crisis. Malacañang, the Philippines President’s Office, said that it has advised overseas Filipino workers (OFWs) who are seeking repatriation from Sri Lanka to get in touch with either the Philippine embassy in Dhaka or the Honorary Consulate […]
Russian oil is being supplied to Sri Lanka to produce fuel at its sole refinery as the bankrupt nation faces crippling shortages of everything from gasoline to diesel. The Russian grade of Siberian Light will be processed at Ceylon Petroleum Corp.’s refinery in Sapugaskanda,chairman Sumith
"This will ease the burden on CPC and fuel stations providing in bulk."
Sri Lanka's refinery was closed in March due to dollar shortage prevented crude imports
Police has discovered hoarding of fuel worth 20.5 million rupees in the past few days.
Sri Lanka sees a growing black market for fuel amid acute shortage
Lack of jet fuel in Colombo forces SriLankan, other airlines to refuel in other airports
“What the international community is looking for is long-term policy credibility and sustainability."
Regional plantation companies and smallholders are harvesting green leaf and arranging deliveries
Normal and expected levels in the Port of Colombo, despite the economic and political crisis
Average Sri Lankans are struggling meet the ends with sharp increase in prices of cooking gas amid shortage.
Wijesekara made this announcement at the weekly cabinet media briefing Tuesday morning.
Experts say, “The lack of cooperation by Beijing would complicate the debt recovery journey of Sri Lanka”. The magnitude of the economic crisis that Sri Lanka is facing has reached catastrophic proportions. The whole world is astounded by the rampant mismanagement beyond the comprehension of anybody. Once an economic model of Asia, is now reeling […]
Work from home has been encouraged from today to manage the energy crisis and minimize the use of fuel. Power and Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera said that the public sector workforce will be called to work on the direction of the head of the institute from today. “Work from home
Motorists around the country have queued for fuel, but the government was unable to supply.
Octane 95 Petrol has been released to the market and stocks are currently available for 6 weeks, Minister of Power and Energy Kanchana Wijesekera said. The Minister said that Octane 95 Petrol will be released to fuel station islandwide from today. He said that with two cargo vessels unloaded 95
Cabraal kept the exchange rate artificially steady while spending reserves for foreign debt repayment.
Forex shortage disrupt energy supplies to industries
The public have been urged not to purchase fuel from 3rd parties. Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera tweeted saying investigations have revealed that some individuals are engaged in collecting fuel, mixing petroleum products with other liquids and selling them at higher rates. “Urge
Video: Fuel shortage sparks protests, supply still on the rocks
Demonstrators blocked roads in several areas today demanding cooking gas. Protests were staged along the Mattakkuliya – Pettah main road and along the Baseline Road in Narahenpita today. The protesters placed empty gas cylinders and other objects and blocked the road disrupting vehicular movement. Similar protests were reported from other parts of the country as […]
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Protests demanding the resignation of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa continue around the island.
The energy minister attempted to reassure consumers that there would be no shortage going forward.
Video: Fuel shortage: protesters block roads
“They tell me I’m doing a bloody good job,” says de Silva. “I’m sure everyone will start doing this soon.”
Members of the public, afflicted by the current shortage of fuel and LP gas, have staged more protests in several areas to urge the authorities to ensure supplies without delay.