Sri Lanka s economy shows remarkable recovery in 2024, says World Bank

Sri Lanka’s economy has made a remarkable recovery in 2024, surpassing growth expectations by recording 5 percent growth, compared to the projected 4.4 percent, says the World Bank. 

This growth has been driven by strong performances in industry and services, particularly in construction and tourism-related services. According to the report in...

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Flash flood hits Chilaw

A flash flood situation has occurred in Chilaw city, Ada Derana reporter said.

Following this, it has been reported that Ananda National College and Vijaya College in Chilaw have been temporarily closed.

Ada Derana reporter further said that many roads and houses in Chilaw town have been submerged due to the flooding.

Local residents claim that the...

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Special announcement for Siri Dalada Wandanawa attendees

Sri Lanka Police have issued a special notice to devotees participating in the ongoing ‘Siri Dalada Wandanawa’ exposition at the Temple of the Tooth Relic in Kandy.

The notice advises visitors to be mindful of the people they are with while attending the ‘Siri Dalada Wandanawa.’

The notice, posted on the official Facebook page of the Sri Lanka...

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Heavy traffic at Borella due to fallen tree; 7 vehicles damaged

A tree has fallen near the Cemetery Roundabout in Borella, damaging seven vehicles and causing severe traffic congestion, police reported.

Police further stated that efforts are currently underway to remove the fallen tree and restore traffic movement....

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Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith leaves for the Vatican

The Archbishop of Colombo, His Eminence Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith, departed for the Vatican this morning (23).

It is reported that Cardinal Ranjith departed from Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake at 9.30 a.m. to attend the funeral of Pope Francis, which will be held on Saturday, 26 April.

Pope Francis, the first Latin American...

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2025 LG Polls- E-Service launched to assist postal voters

The Election Commission says that an ‘e-service’ has been made available to assist postal voters in locating their designated voting location and certifying officer.

The Commission noted that the platform also helps users identify candidates contesting the 2025 Local Government (LG) elections, along with their respective groups, parties, and...

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