News

GoSL announces position over UK sanctions

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3 months ago

March 26, 2025

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The Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism in Colombo has announced the position of the Government of Sri Lanka with regard to the UK sanctions recently imposed on 04 Sri Lankans including 03 military commanders.
“The Ministry wishes to underline that this is a unilateral action taken by the UK government which involves an asset freeze and travel ban on the individuals concerned. Such unilateral actions by countries do not assist but serve to complicate the national reconciliation process underway in Sri Lanka,” the statement issued by the MFA notes.

“The government is in the process of strengthening domestic mechanisms on accountability and reconciliation and any past human rights violations should be dealt with through domestic accountability mechanisms,” it adds.

“The position of the Government of Sri Lanka was conveyed by Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath to the British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, Andrew Patrick, today at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment & Tourism, the statement further notes.

The complete MFA statement is shown below.

Earlier this week, the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office announced sanctions against 03 former Sri Lankan commanders and an ex–Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE) commander.

Those sanctioned include:

– Former Head of the Sri Lankan Armed Forces, General Shavendra Silva
– Former Navy Commander, Admiral of the Fleet Wasantha Karannagoda
– Former Commander of the Sri Lankan Army, General Jagath Jayasuriya
– Former military commander of the LTTE – Vinayagamoorthy Muralitharan

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BIZ

LP Gas prices to remain unchanged for July

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3 minutes ago

July 1, 2025

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Litro Gas Lanka Limited and Laugfs Gas PLC have said that LP gas prices will remain unchanged for the month of July.

Accordingly, the prices of Litro Gas cylinders are as follows;

12.5kg – Rs. 3,690
5kg – Rs. 1,482
2.3kg – Rs. 694

The current district-wise prices are as follows; https://www.litrogas.com/price-list/

Meanwhile, prices of Laugfs Gas cylinders are as follows;

12.5 kg – Rs. 4,100
5kg – Rs. 1,645
2kg – Rs. 658

The current district-wise prices are as follows; https://www.laugfsgas.lk/pricelist.php

Entertainment

Bollywood icon SRK to visit SL?

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8 minutes ago

July 1, 2025

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Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan is likely to attend the grand opening of City of Dreams Sri Lanka on August 02, 2025.

A post on the official Facebook page of City of Dreams Sri Lanka has hinted at his presence, with a silhouette featuring his signature pose, although no official confirmation has been issued yet.

Sources close to the organisers say the actor is expected to be the star attraction at the launch of South Asia’s first fully integrated luxury resort, developed by John Keells Holdings PLC (JKH) in partnership with Melco Resorts & Entertainment (MRE).

The USD 1.2 billion City of Dreams development includes a world-class casino, the ultra-luxurious Nüwa hotel, and a high-end shopping mall, making it the largest private sector investment to date in Sri Lanka’s luxury lifestyle sector.

The launch is expected to be a landmark moment in positioning Colombo as a global tourist and entertainment hub.

The event is likely to attract international celebrities, investors, and global media, marking a significant milestone in Sri Lanka’s post-crisis revival of its tourism and leisure industry.

A special someone is on the way. This one’s going to be iconic. 👑 #GuessWho #COD #CinnamonLife
Posted by City of Dreams Sri Lanka on Thursday, June 26, 2025

News

Decision on bus fare revision, in 02 days – NTC

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29 minutes ago

July 1, 2025

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The National Transport Commission (NTC) says a decision on revising bus fares following the recent fuel price adjustment will be made within the next 02 days.

NTC Director General – Naomi Jayawardena stated that the Commission will convene to finalize the decision.

She added that although the annual bus fare revision was scheduled to take effect today (July 01), it will not be enforced due to the fuel price change since midnight yesterday (June 30).

No increase in school transport or trishaw fares

Despite the increase in fuel prices, key transport unions in Sri Lanka have decided not to raise fares for school children and three-wheeler passengers.

All Island School Children Transport Association Chairman – Malshri de Silva has announced that it will maintain current fare levels.

Meanwhile, Nishantha Kumara, Secretary of the Professional Three-Wheeler Owners’ Association, has also stated that their members will not increase fares in response to the fuel price hike.