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Energy Minister Kanchana Wijesekera has denied claims that Parliamentarians are being given fuel at a subsidized rate. There were reports that the Narahenpita Police garage was pumping fuel for MPs at Rs. 121 a liter. However, Minister Kanchana Wijesekera insisted that no MP from either side or anyone has been given subsidized rates than the […]
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine could cause global food shortages in the coming months, the UN has warned. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said the war had worsened food insecurity in poorer nations due to rising prices. The world could face famines that last for years if Ukrainian exports are not restored to pre-war levels, he added. The […]
The government has said it has secured diesel supply from Indian credit line.
People have started street protests demanding cooking gas from the government.
As Sri Lanka experiences an unprecedented economic crisis – including spiraling inflation and a shortage of basic necessities – women are among the most vulnerable to its impacts, the United Nations (UN) said. The UN said this is particularly true of UN Women’s key stakeholder groups including women heads of households, women affected by conflict, […]
"Yesterday we received 160 million dollars from the World Bank. We cannot use it for fuel but we are discussing it."
Amid pressure from the international community, Chinese President Xi Jinping had pledged in September 2021 to stop engagements in the coal-fired plants abroad and also become carbon neutral by 2060. However, the recent development clearly shows that China has gone back on its promises. China is going ahead with financing the overseas coal projects, with […]
Two hour cuts in daytime and 1 hours 40 minutes at night
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"There is a possibility that the daily power outages will increase to 15 hours a day" - Prime Minister
Sri Lanka is desperate for dollar inflows
Sri Lanka facing two key drug shortage which are needed for heart patients and anti-rabies vaccine
Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe today painted a gloomy picture for Sri Lanka saying the country will face an even more difficult time period in the short term. In an address to the nation today, the Prime Minister said that there are petrol stocks only for a single day, there is a possibility that the daily power […]
New Prime Minister reveals the grim reality of the economy
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In the next few weeks we will face the most difficult time
"I also wish to inform you that we will extend our support as a responsible opposition to correct decisions."
"Every day that passes, the future of this country is put at greater risk."
“After I speak to [friendly nations], there will be help coming from there. They won’t allow people to starve.”
The United Kingdom has issued a travel advisory on Sri Lanka warning against all but essential travel to Sri Lanka. The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) said that it advises against all but essential travel to Sri Lanka, due to ongoing political and economic instability. This advice does not apply to airside transit […]
Lack of parliament majority could drag the new prime minister's economic recovery plans
Power cut duration has gradually increased to 5 hours after the curfew lifted partially
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On the directives of President Gotabaya Rajapaksa, a ship carrying 3,500 metric tonnes of domestic LP gas will dock at Colombo Port tomorrow (May 10), Litro Gas Lanka Limited says.
Members of the public afflicted by the prevailing shortage of fuel and domestic gas have blocked the roads in several more areas, according to Ada Derana correspondents.
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Former Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has called for a new political system. Speaking during a meeting with young professionals at Sirikotha, Wickremesinghe said that alongside a system change a new political system must also be adopted. He said that not just the question of the Executive Presidency but the entire representative system should be addressed. […]
The Government has defended the decision to impose a State of Emergency saying it was done to ensure political stability. The Government says political stability is a vital condition in overcoming the current socio-economic crisis in the country thereby assuring public safety and uninterrupted supply of essential services. The Government Information Department said that Sri […]
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