Isolation imposed on more areas lifted

Central Bank suspends Money Changing permit issued to Prasanna Money Exchange

Considering the complaints received from general public that Prasanna Money Exchange (Pvt) Ltd is offering higher exchange rates, the Department of Foreign Exchange of the Central Bank conducted an on-site investigation at the Prasanna Money Exchange (Pvt) Ltd on 30.03.2022. As per the investigation, it was observed that the Prasanna Money Exchange (Pvt) Ltd had offered higher exchange rates and thereby attempted to purchase foreign currency from its customers at higher rates than the exchange

31 Mar, 2022

US notes strategic location of Sri Lanka

The United States has noted the strategic location where Sri Lanka is placed saying it has a key leadership role in the Indo-Pacific. The General Sir John Kotelawala Defense University, in partnership with the U.S. Embassy, hosted a conference on ?A Shared Vision for the Indo-Pacific? today. Conference participants discussed the Biden Administration?s new Indo-Pacific Strategy and how it aligns with regional initiatives that promote shared prosperity, democracy, and security. U.S. State Depar

31 Mar, 2022

Motorists toot their hons in protest against Government

By Easwaran Rutnam Motorists tooted their horns in protest against the Government at multiple locations in Colombo last night. Silent demonstrations were staged in Colombo and other parts of the country yesterday against the situation in the country. Motorists passing some of the silent demonstrations last night tooted their horns in support of the demonstrations and against the Government. A campaign was also carried out last night where motorists were urged to toot their horns at 9pm to sh

31 Mar, 2022