Mahinda Aluthgedera

Central Expressway: Harbinger of prosperity to the hinterland

There is a saying that the reflection of development of a country is its system of roads. It is essential to have a developed system of roadways as a decisive factor in the development of the country...

No curfew; Isolation in several areas - Army Commander

Army Commander Lt. Gen. Shavendra Silva has said that the rumours that a curfew is being imposed in the next few days are untrue.The Army Commander who is also the Chief of...
Country lost US$ 2,790 mn due to airport closure - Prasanna

The Government has lost around US$ 2,790 million by way of levies and other revenue due to the closure of the Airport for tourist arrivals because of the COVID-19 pandemic,...
Country saves US$ 3.3 bn in first 10 months

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka says that due to the import restrictions aimed at strengthening the Sri Lankan economy, the country has been able to save US$ 3.3 billion in the...
98 expat Sri Lankans have succumbed to COVID-19

The Foreign Affairs Ministry states that 98 expatriate Sri Lankans have died due to COVID-19 related health complications. The ministry said most of the victims were Sri...