Cabinet approves proposal to cancel VOA agreement

Dileep Mudadeniya appointed Sri Lanka’s tourism advisory Committee Chairperson

Dileep Mudadeniya has been appointed as the Chairperson of Sri Lanka’s tourism advisory Committee. Mudadeniya said he was honored to be appointed as the Chairperson of the National tourism advisory Committee, established under Section 32 of the Tourism Act No. 38 of 2005. The advisory committee is formed to guide the government on strategic and sustainable tourism development, fostering the growth of Sri Lanka’s tourism industry. “In this role, I look forward to providing insights and shaping

19 Mar, 2025

Imthiaz Bakeer Markar resigns as SJB Chairman

Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) Chairperson Imthiaz Bakeer Markar has resigned from his post. Imthiaz Bakeer Markar has sent his letter of resignation to party leader Sajith Premadasa. The former MP is to remain as a member of the party. According to some reports, Imthiaz Bakeer Markar resigned after failing in his attempts to restore democracy in the party. Imthiaz Bakeer Markar was appointed to the post in September last year. Markar, a seasoned politician with over five decades of experienc

18 Mar, 2025

Petitions against Adani Green Energy projects in Sri Lanka withdrawn

Five fundamental rights petitions filed against the Adani Green Energy projects in the northeastern region of Sri Lanka have been withdrawn by the petitioners. The withdrawal comes after the Attorney General filed a motion following Adani Green Energy’s notification to the Board of Investment about its decision to cancel its wind energy projects. Last month, the Indian conglomerate announced its withdrawal from further engagement in the renewable wind energy project in Mannar and Pooneryn. Fu

18 Mar, 2025