Wigneswaran and President discuss prisoner issue

India committed to Sri Lanka’s capacity building endeavours

India stands committed to Sri Lanka’s capacity building endeavours, the Indian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Gopal Baglay, said. The High Commission of India commemorated 50 years of association between National Defence College (NDC), India and Sri Lankan Armed Forces in Colombo on 24 November 2022. The special event celebrated the enduring bonds of cooperation, camaraderie and friendship between the militaries of India and Sri Lanka. S ecretary of Defence, Chief of Defence Staff, Commanders

25 Nov, 2022

Ban on passengers wearing gold jewellery over 22 carats

The Government has enforced a ban on passengers wearing gold jewellery over 22 carats when arriving in Sri Lanka. The move is part of attempts to crackdown on gold being smuggled into the country. State Minister of Finance Ranjith Siyambalapitiya said that passengers arriving with gold jewellery valued over 22 carats must have prior approval from the Controller General of Imports and Exports. Siyambalapitiya said that at least 50kg of gold is smuggled into Sri Lanka daily. (Colombo Gazette)

26 Nov, 2022

Parents in Sri Lanka cutting back on their food to feed children

Parents in Sri Lanka are cutting back on what they eat to be able to feed their children, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) said. The UN World Food Programme in Sri Lanka welcomed a contribution of EUR 500,000 (approximately LKR 190 million) from France towards its emergency response for children and families affected by the country?s worst economic crisis in decades. Around 9,000 families facing high levels of food insecurity will receive nutritious foods to help them feed their un

25 Nov, 2022