Due to the development of a low-level atmospheric disturbance in the vicinity of Sri Lanka, showery condition is expected to be enhanced during the next few days starting today (27). Showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts. Heavy showers about100 mm are…
The Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has expressed optimism following the appointment of Anura Kumara Dissanayake as the 9th Executive President of Sri Lanka, elected on September 21, 2024. The BASL congratulated the President and extended their best wishes as he assumes his new responsibilities. They emphasized their belief that Dissanayake will honor his…
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake signed the gazette for the dissolution of Parliament Yesterday (24), according to the President’s Media Division (PMD). During his presidential campaign, Dissanayake promised to dissolve Parliament upon his victory.
The United States has officially congratulated Anura Kumara Dissanayake on his victory in the Sri Lankan presidential election, confirmed by vote results on September 22. US State Department Spokesperson Matthew Miller praised the people of Sri Lanka for peacefully exercising their right to vote, highlighting the election as a testament to the strength of the…
On the 19th of September 2024, Sri Lanka announced that it has reached Agreements in Principle on the restructuring of approximately USD$ 17.5 billion of external commercial debt (as of end 2023). These agreements have been reached with holders of its International Sovereign Bonds, following negotiations with the Ad Hoc Group of Bondholders (“AHGB”), a…
The Department of Railways announced special train services to assist government officials and security personnel during the presidential election. Starting today, a train will depart from Colombo Fort to Kankasanthurai at 9 AM, with the same service scheduled for tomorrow. Additionally, two special trains will return from Kankasanthurai to Colombo Fort tomorrow and on September…
All campaigning activities of the candidates contesting for the 2024 Presidential Election ended at midnight yesterday (18). Accordingly, the silent period will remain enforced until the Presidential Election is held on Saturday (21), the Election Commission announced. During the silence period, any type of campaigning is strictly prohibited and the Police has been authorised to…
As the final lap of the presidential election campaign comes to its close at midnight on Wednesday, there is no certainty about the outcome. The only certainty is that it will be one of three candidates—incumbent president Ranil Wickremesinghe, opposition leader Sajith Premadasa or NPP leader Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The other 35 candidates including the…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) emphasized that Sri Lanka’s upcoming presidential elections are for the people to decide. During a press briefing, Julie Kozack, the IMF’s Spokesperson, explained that discussions on the next review of Sri Lanka’s economic program will take place after the elections, once a new government is in place. Kozack reiterated that…
Transportation authorities have announced special arrangements for people travelling to villages for the upcoming long weekend holiday. The Sri Lanka Transport Board (SLTB) has confirmed that approximately 60 additional buses will be put into operation starting today (Sep. 13) to accommodate the increased demand. These additional buses aim to provide convenient and efficient travel options…
