Priyasath Dep takes oaths as the new Chief Justice

Pharmacies and supermarkets ordered to close

All supermarkets and pharmacies have been ordered to remain closed during the islandwide Police curfew in effect due to the Covid-19 outbreak in Sri Lanka. The Inspector General of Police (IGP) has instructed all Officers -in – Charge (OIC) of Police Stations to immediately close down all supermarkets opened to the public during the curfew. The Police Media Unit said the Government has granted permission to all supermarkets to only conduct online orders and delivery services during the curfew.

27 Mar, 2020

Sri Lankans overseas urged not to return

Sri Lankans residing overseas have been urged not to return to Sri Lanka until the coronavirus threat is over, the President’s office said. Meanwhile, the Sri Lanka Deputy High Commission is in the process of compiling details of Sri Lankan students in South India and working on ensuring their safety and welfare. There are around 600 Sri Lankan students all over India dispersed throughout various States. In Southern India alone 191 students have registered themselves at the Mission. The Sri L

27 Mar, 2020

Sri Lanka Rupee depreciates against USD

The Sri Lankan Rupee depreciated further against the US Dollar today. The Central Bank of Sri Lanka said the selling rate of the US Dollar closed at Rs.191.99. The Sri Lanka Rupee depreciated for 4 consecutive days last week from 17- 20 March. (Colombo Gazette)

27 Mar, 2020