President Chairs Discussion on Developing Sri Lanka’s Mineral Industry under National Mineral Policy 2026
A discussion on developing Sri Lanka’s mineral industry in line with the export-oriented National Mineral Policy 2026 was held this afternoon (31) at the Presidential Secretariat, chaired by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, with the participation of officials from the Sri Lanka Mineral Sands Association (SLMSA) and the Geological Survey and Mines Bureau.
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Recent News
Sri Lanka–Australia Business Relations Highlighted in Australian Parliament
The Sri Lanka–Australia Business Summit, held to further strengthen bilateral trade and economic ties between the two countries, has received attention in the Australian Parliament.
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Sri Lanka’s Exports Surpass USD 10 Billion in First Seven Months of 2026
Sri Lanka’s export sector continued its positive growth in 2026, with total export earnings surpassing the USD 10 billion mark during the first seven months of the year.
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Prime Minister departs Bhutan to participate in Global Conscious Food Systems Summit
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya departed Sri Lanka on Monday, 31 August, to undertake an official visit to Bhutan to participate in the Global Conscious Food Systems Summit, scheduled to be held in Bhutan.
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weather Forecast
Several spells of showers will occur in Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Galle, Matara, Kandy and Nuwara-Eliya districts.
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Begin “Anuradhapura Sacred City Development Plan” this year - President instructs
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200 Japanese Tourists Depart for Sri Lanka on a Single Flight
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Current Affairs
President Chairs Discussion on Developing Sri Lanka’s Mineral Industry under National Mineral Policy 2026
A discussion on developing Sri Lanka’s mineral industry in line with the export-oriented National Mineral Policy 2026 was held this afternoon (31) at the Presidential Secretariat, chaired by President...
Sri Lanka–Australia Business Relations Highlighted in Australian Parliament
The Sri Lanka–Australia Business Summit, held to further strengthen bilateral trade and economic ties between the two countries, has received attention in the Australian Parliament.
...
Sri Lanka’s Exports Surpass USD 10 Billion in First Seven Months of 2026
Sri Lanka’s export sector continued its positive growth in 2026, with total export earnings surpassing the USD 10 billion mark during the first seven months of the year.
...
Prime Minister departs Bhutan to participate in Global Conscious Food Systems Summit
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya departed Sri Lanka on Monday, 31 August, to undertake an official visit to Bhutan to participate in the Global Conscious Food Systems Summit, scheduled to be held...
District News
First Phase of Mahiyanganaya ‘Ditwa’ Disaster Housing Project Nears Completion
he first phase of the Mahiyanganaya "Ditwa" Disaster Housing Project, launched to provide permanent ...
Government Extends Relief to Welimada Storm Victims
Compensation and livelihood assistance were officially distributed today to several families affecte...
Parliament
Imported Coal for Power Generation Reviewed by the Sectoral Oversight Committee on Infrastructure and Strategic Development
Committee requests quality reports on coal consignments in three imported vessels
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Speaker endorses the certificate on three Bills
The Speaker, Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne announced to the House today that he endorsed the certificate ...
Cabinet Decisions
Cabinet Decisions
Cabinet Decisions taken at 24.08.2026
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Cabinet Decisions
Cabinet Decisions taken at 17.08.2026
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World Sea Turtle Day: Protecting Ocean Guardians for Future Generations
une 16 marks World Sea Turtle Day, a global observance dedicated to raising awareness about the conservation of sea turtles and the protection of their marine habitats.
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Foreign Minister's Official Visit to Australia Strengthens Bilateral Cooperation
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Vijitha Herath, undertook an official visit to Australia from 1 to 3 June 2026 at the invitation of the Australian Government, marking the ...
Sri Lanka Tourism Shines at CMT 2026 in Stuttgart, Germany
Sri Lanka Tourism made a strong impression at CMT 2026, one of Europe’s largest consumer travel fairs, held in Stuttgart, Germany.
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Sri Lanka sets the Stage for a Landmark Presence at Gulfood 2026
Sri Lanka is set to make a remarkable presence at Gulfood 2026, one of the world’s largest and most prestigious food and beverage exhibitions, organized by the Sri Lanka Export Development Board (SLED...
Art & Cultural
Sri Lanka Ranked World’s Best Island Destination for 2026 by Big 7 Travel
Sri Lanka has been ranked the world’s best island destination for 2026 in The World’s Best Islands r...
Sri Lanka’s Sabina Yousaf Secures Third Place at Mrs. World 2026
Sabina Yousaf brought international recognition to Sri Lanka by securing the third place at the...
Foreign
Thalapathy Vijay’s TVK Secures Major Victory in Tamil Nadu State Elections
The Tamil Nadu State Assembly elections in India have resulted in a significant political victory fo...
Tsunami Warning Issued in Northern Japan After 7.5 Quake
A powerful magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck northern Japan off the coast of Iwate Prefecture, trigger...
Sports
Commonwealth Games Gold Medalist Rumesh Tharanga Returns to Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka's Commonwealth Games men's javelin throw gold medalist, Rumesh Tharanga, returned to the i...
Rumesh Tharanga Secures Diamond League Victory
Sri Lankan javelin star Rumesh Tharanga secured the gold medal in the men's javelin event at the sev...
