The Director of the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Susantha Kahawatte, has confirmed that no Sri Lankan fishing vessels operating in the Indian Ocean have been affected so far by the prevailing military situation in the region.

The Director of the Department of Fisheries and Aquatic Resources, Susantha Kahawatte, has confirmed that no Sri Lankan fishing vessels operating in the Indian Ocean have been affected so far by the prevailing military situation in the region.
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that establishing a National Care policy is essential in achieving a fair Society where it values Women’s Labour and a care Economy.
Showers or thundershowers are likely at a few places in Southern province and in Rathnapura, and Kaluthara districts during evening or night.
Particularly in the context of this Middle East conflict, as well as in any international dispute, our position and neutrality dictates that we shall not, under any circumstances, permit our land territory, maritime zones, or airspace to be utilized in a biased manner by any nation engaged in a conflict, nor in any manner that inflicts harm upon another nation.
Sri Lanka’s cultural traditions must be preserved and carried forward for future generations –Secretary to the President
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism Vijitha Herath concluded a successful two-day official visit to Romania from March 1-2, 2026.
Showers or thundershowers are likely at a few places in Uva and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in Hambantota, Nuwara-Eliya and Ampara districts after 2.00 p.m.
24-Hour Emergency Services for Tourists and Migrant Workers Operating Successfully - Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Members of the Inter Company Employees’ Union branches of Varun Beverages Lanka Pvt Ltd (Pepsi Cola Company) and the Eheliyagoda branch of Royal Ceramics Lanka PLC (Rocell) have donated one day’s salary to the Rebuilding Sri Lanka Fund.
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya stated that the decline in the public service has been occurring over several years, primarily due to the failure to conduct recruitments in a proper and systematic manner. She emphasized that steps are now being taken to address these issues by ensuring that appointments to the public service are made based strictly on qualifications and in accordance with correct procedures.
President instructs officials to prepare a relief package designed to promote investment in the modern technology sector
SriLankan Airlines has announced the resumption of flights between Katunayake and Dubai, following a temporary suspension due to the military conflict in the Middle East.
A meeting between Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya and officials of the Asian Development Bank (ADB) was held on 2nd of March at the Ministry of Education to discuss the Human Resource Development for Education Project (HRDEP).


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