Sri Lanka’s economic rebound, marked by projected 5% growth, is increasingly at risk of being derailed not solely by global shocks, but by domestic policy inertia and politically influenced decision-m

Sri Lanka’s push for renewable energy has turned the spotlight on Mannar District, a region globally recognised for its ecological richness. But what is being promoted as green development is increasi

Sri Lanka’s aggressive post-crisis construction drive is being framed as a success story of resilience and economic revival. With a targeted 5% growth rate and an unprecedented pipeline of public inve

By Adolf According to sources, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) has initiated investigations into the banking transactions of certain senior officials of the National Development Bank PLC

Screenshot A bank does not lose billions overnight. It loses it in instalments – through unchallenged assumptions, unasked or unanswered questions, missed warning signals and the quiet comfort of bel

By Roger Srivasan – April 2026 At the outset, it must be acknowledged without equivocation that the present coal crisis has assumed centre stage in the national discourse. It is visible, tangible, an

by Krishantha Prasad Cooray If all hadn’t been overturned – delivering an unrecognisable landscape five years ago – it is quite likely that I would have made a phone call early this morning. And when

We unveiled the trials and triumphs of 50 women entrepreneurs from across Sri Lanka, highlighting their individual journeys and innovative business ventures.

These days, staying indoors sounds like a great idea, particularly when it’s a dizzying 32°C outside and, as always, the air is polluted with the greenhouse gas emissions of city traffic, buildings, a

Recovery from a mental health condition is a non-linear journey; it includes regaining your hope, curiosity, interests, and social connections. But, without a steady income, this journey can be filled

Sri Lankan cricket is at an interesting place right now. But, what does its future hold? In episode 6 of Strong Foundations, Sade Greenwood reveals what’s holding young cricketing talent back from re

Stigma and the lack of understanding are the main obstacles those with mental health conditions face on a daily basis. Even after recovery, these societal problems do not tend to fade away easily. In

Meet Kanthi, one of the few active fisherwomen working in one region of Sri Lanka’s biggest fishing districts. A widow, mother, and grandmother, Kanthi works two jobs to support her family. When the

In Sri Lanka’s tea industry, estate workers face significant housing struggles. This year’s ‘Co-Creating a Family-Friendly Tea Industry Conference’, hosted by @childrightsbiz and @savethechildren, sp

Are you familiar with the Women, Peace and Security Agenda? This year, Sri Lanka adopted its first ever National Action Plan (NAP), with a strong focus on Women, Peace and Security. This roadmap show

Without youth leaders who are empowered and educated, meaningful change in social cohesion, political representation, and development will remain a far off dream.Here’s how one transformative project

In 2017, a mandatory quota was introduced to ensure that, by law, local governments must comprise at least 25% women. Seven years later, has this really changed power dynamics, women’s representation,

From child marriage under Muslim personal law to property rights challenges under Thesawalamai law, Sri Lankan women are caught in a battle for equal rights – and the need for reform is clear. We sat

Sri Lanka’s forest cover has largely disappeared in a very short time. In episode 7 of Strong Foundations, Sade Greenwood unravels the biggest threats to our forest habitats and a vital effort to con

Cyber hackers breach Sri Lanka’s Finance Ministry system Posted by ONLANKA Newsroom on April 23, 2026 - 8:10 am Sri Lanka’s Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development says cyber hackers

CASEVAC Mission in Central African Republic The Sri Lanka Aviation Unit, operating under the United Nations mandate in the Central African Republic (CAR), successfully carried out a critical Casualty

Sri Lanka Jewelers Association Contributes Rs. 10 Million to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund In support of national efforts to restore livelihoods and rebuild the country following the impact of Cyclone

People's Bank Pensioners Association Makes Financial Donation to ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund The People's Bank Pensioners Association has made a financial donation of Rs. 4.5 million to the ‘Rebuildi

ICC T20 World Cup Trophy Tour in the Country Launched Under President’s Patronage The official tour showcasing the ICC T20 World Cup trophy, which will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka in 202

Sri Lankans residing in San Francisco, United States, have made a financial donation of Rs. 1 million to the Government’s ‘Rebuilding Sri Lanka’ Fund, established to provide relief to people affected

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The new administrative building of the Sri Lanka Ports Authority — the Maritime Facilitation Centre (MFC) — is scheduled to be completed within this year, Minister of Ports and Civil Aviation Anura Ka

Russian Deputy Foreign Minister to Visit Sri Lanka on March 31 Deputy Foreign Minister of the Russian Federation, Andrey Rudenko, is scheduled to visit Sri Lanka for an official visit, the Ministry o

7.4 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Indonesia : Sri Lanka Safe with No Tsunami Threat Media Spokesman of the Disaster Management Centre, Pradeep Kodippili, confirmed that Sri Lanka is completely safe and w

President Chairs Meeting with Heads of Banks and Financial Institutions Following the launch of the National QR Payment Promotion Initiative, a meeting between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and

Government Cancels Wednesday Holiday to Ensure Essential Services The Office of the Commissioner General of Essential Services has announced that the special leave granted to government offices has b

IMF, Industry Ministry Discuss Industrial Growth and Economic Reforms International Monetary Fund (IMF) representatives commended the importance of Sri Lanka’s industrial sector in driving economic s

No-Confidence Motion Against Power Minister Defeated in Parliament The no-confidence motion brought by the opposition against Minister of Power Kumara Jayakody was defeated in Parliament yesterday (1

Vikalpa has produced hundreds of short-form videos that highlight and investigate inconvenient truths. For more videos, click here. "කටුක සත්‍ය ඉස්මතුකර දැක්වෙන වාර්තා වැඩසටහන්, පුරවැසි වෘතාන්තයන්, ක

Vikalpa has produced hundreds of short-form videos that highlight and investigate inconvenient truths. For more videos, click here. "කටුක සත්‍ය ඉස්මතුකර දැක්වෙන වාර්තා වැඩසටහන්, පුරවැසි වෘතාන්තයන්, ක

Vikalpa has produced hundreds of short-form videos that highlight and investigate inconvenient truths. For more videos, click here. "කටුක සත්‍ය ඉස්මතුකර දැක්වෙන වාර්තා වැඩසටහන්, පුරවැසි වෘතාන්තයන්, ක