At least six injured following building collapse in Ahangama

Traffic and Security Measures Implemented in Colombo for Dec 31st

Sri Lanka Police announced that a large number of people and vehicles are expected to arrive in Colombo tomorrow (31) from outlying areas to celebrate the New Year 2026, particularly around the Galle Face Green area. To manage the anticipated crowds, the police have decided to implement a special traffic and security plan aimed at minimizing congestion and ensuring public safety. Heavy traffic is expected across the Colombo city limits, especially in the Fort, Pettah, Slave Island, Maradana, Ko

30 Dec, 2025

Foreign Investors Sell USD 5 Million in SL Government Securities

Foreign investors sold around USD 5 million worth of Sri Lankan government securities in the week ending December 24, reversing the inflows recorded the previous week, according to Central Bank data. The sell-off reflects investors’ shift to safe-haven assets amid speculation of further interest rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve. This marked the fifth week of foreign sales of rupee bonds in the last 17 weeks, with holdings in government securities declining from a near two-year high. Invest

30 Dec, 2025

Russia Plans Lunar Power Facility Under Joint Moon Program

Russia is planning to establish a manned lunar program, including a power facility on the moon, over the next decade as part of a joint research initiative with China, according to reports published yesterday (26). Russia’s state space corporation Roscosmos said the power plant is expected to be built by 2036 under an agreement with the Lavochkin Union Space Company. The facility will support lunar exploration activities, including rovers, observatories, and infrastructure for the proposed Inte

27 Dec, 2025