Sajith appeals to EU to continue with GSP for Sri Lanka

PUCSL says no more scheduled power cuts

The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) says there will not be scheduled power cuts in future. According to the PUCSL a methodology has been devised to ensure there are no scheduled power cuts. PUCSL Chairman Janaka Ratnayake said that they expect there to be sufficient fuel to operate the power generators for the next three months. He also said that if there is no major breakdown then electricity can be supplied uninterrupted. Earlier today the PUCSL had announced that there wi

15 Feb, 2022

Cardinal launches scathing attack on Government

Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith today launched a scathing attack on the Government and called on the public to show their response at the appropriate time. The Cardinal slammed the Government over the Easter Sunday attacks and the arrest of a social media activist. He also said that the fundamental rights of the pubic is at grave risk in Sri Lanka. Speaking at a media conference today, the Cardinal claimed the Government was part of a conspiracy linked to the Easter Sunday attacks. He also accused

15 Feb, 2022

Cabinet Ministers to consider travelling on bicycles

Cabinet Ministers are to consider travelling on bicycles to work at least once a month, Environment Minister Mahinda Amaraweera said today. He said that the Cabinet had discussed the matter and are looking at options. The move is part of an attempt to promote the use of bicycles by the public. He said that the Government wants to set the example by encouraging Cabinet Ministers to use bicycles. Amaraweera said that there would be security and other concerns when Cabinet Ministers travel in p

15 Feb, 2022