Protest in Slave Island demanding cooking gas

MSD security to remain for some former MPs

Officers of the Ministerial Security Division (MSD) will continue to remain for some former MPs based on a security assessment, the Sri Lankan Government said on Tuesday. Cabinet Spokesman Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa said that MSD security has not been provided to anyone based on political affiliations. He said that MSD security has been provided purely based on the security assessment carried out by the authorities. The Minister was responding to claims that former MPs Tiran Alles and M.A Sumanthi

11 Feb, 2025

Tony Blair’s assistance sought to help boost Sri Lanka’s economy

Sri Lanka has sought the assistance of former British Prime Minister Tony Blair to boost the economy. President Anura Kumara Disanayake had talks with Tony Blair in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). “During the meeting, I briefed him on the investment opportunities available in Sri Lanka?s healthcare, ports, and tourism sectors. I also invited him to direct potential investors toward these opportunities,” the President said in a post on social media. Blair highlighted the possibility of Sri Lan

11 Feb, 2025

Sri Lanka?s leading low-cost airline expands Colombo-Dhaka service

Sri Lanka?s leading low-cost airline, FitsAir, announced the expansion of its Colombo-Dhaka service with the addition of two new weekly flights. Previously operating three times a week, the enhanced schedule will now offer five weekly flights, providing passengers with greater travel flexibility and convenience. The additional flights will operate from February 15 to March 29, 2025, with departures on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays. This improved frequency ensures more

10 Feb, 2025