The Colombo Stock Exchange saw a mild recovery on Thursday (20th November 2025), as the market took a breather following a nearly 3% pullback from its all time high. The ASPI gained 75.10 points (+0.33%) to close at 23,104.96, while the S&P SL20 advanced 20.60 points (+0.32%) to 6,382.18. Volatility remained subdued throughout the session, though activity levels stayed muted with market turnover posting a modest LKR 3.49 Bn.
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The Right to Information Commission of Sri Lanka (RTIC) has expressed serious concern over chronic understaffing, delays in recruitment, and recent media misreporting that it says undermines its quasi-judicial functions. In a public statement issued on 20 November, the RTIC noted that Sri Lanka is approaching the 10-year anniversary of the RTI Act No. 12 of 2016 globally ranked among the strongest transparency laws and highlighted the significant role it has played in enabling thousands of citizens to access information. The Commission referenced international recognition from UNESCO, the World Bank and the IMF for Sri Lanka’s progress in strengthening transparency.…
Sri Lanka’s law enforcement authorities have uncovered major developments linked to the narcotics haul seized by the Navy in the southern seas, with a local government candidate among those arrested. Police Narcotics Bureau officials confirmed that a Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) local government candidate from Pannala was taken into custody in connection with the drug operation. Investigations are underway to determine his role and possible wider links. According to the Deputy Minister of Defence, officers recovered 200 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine (ICE) and 100 kilograms of heroin from the intercepted drug-carrying vessel. The stock is valued at an estimated Rs.…
Sri Lanka suffered a heavy defeat after being bowled out for just 95 runs in their chase against Zimbabwe today. Set a target of 163, Sri Lanka collapsed early and never recovered, handing Zimbabwe a comfortable win. Zimbabwe had earlier posted 162 for 8, building a competitive total despite regular breakthroughs by the Sri Lankan bowlers. However, Sri Lanka’s batting effort fell well short, with wickets tumbling throughout the innings. (Newswire) The post Pakistan Sri Lanka Zimbabwe T20I Tri-Series 2025 Points Table appeared first on Newswire.
A land bank will soon be set up to acquire land suitable for industrial development, Industry and Entrepreneurship Development Minister Sunil Handunnethi said.
The Colombo Cyber Crimes Division informed the Colombo Chief Magistrate that investigations have been conducted into a Nigerian national suspected of hacking the WhatsApp account of a senior police officer and defrauding Rs. 400,000.
The Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) has clarified that it does not issue driving licenses to foreigners for operating three-wheelers in the country.
It appears that Chief Government Whip Nalinda Jayatissa has been influenced by former President Ranil Wickremesinghe, Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Ajith P. Perera told Parliament today.
Technology giant Meta on Thursday began sending thousands of young Australians a two-week warning to downland their digital histories and delete their accounts from Facebook, Instagram and Threads before a world-first social media ban on accounts of children younger than 16 takes effect.
A severe shortage of Triphosha has been reported in many maternity and children’s hospitals across the country, Federation of Medical and Civil Rights Doctors’ Trade Unions Chairman Dr. Chamal Sanjeewa said.
Arrests have been made after a ferry ran aground on rocks off South Korea’s south-east coast, according to media reports.
A special traffic plan has been implemented for the opposition rally scheduled at the Ananda Samarakoon Open Air Theatre in Nugegoda tomorrow.
Opposition Leader Sajith Premadasa today urged Speaker Jagath Wickremerathna to ensure that Members of Parliament are protected from snakes that enter Parliament.
Sri Lanka marked World Children’s Day and the anniversary of the Convention on the Rights of the Child with the official opening of Little Amaya – See Me, Hear Me, an immersive, interactive child-rights experience and art exhibition at the Lotus Tower.
The inaugural budget of the Tangalle Municipal Council, which is under the control of the National People’s Power (NPP), has been defeated.
A Sinhala and Tamil language training program for Members of Parliament officially commenced on Nov. 18 at the Parliament premises, under the patronage of Speaker Dr. Jagath Wickramaratne. Organized by the Members’ Service Office of Parliament with support from the Department of Official Languages, the initiative aims to strengthen communication skills among lawmakers and promote greater understanding between communities. Speaking at the launch, Speaker Wickramaratne highlighted the importance of language in addressing ethnic and religious tensions. “Many conflicts arise when people are unable to communicate properly in a particular language,” he said, adding that MPs must lead by example in…
The order placed for a vehicle for the Lanka Electricity Company (LECO) Chairman has been cancelled and an inquiry has been launched into the order of the vehicle, Power and Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody said today.
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A complaint was lodged with the Bribery Commission over an illegal payment of Rs. 1,067,000 to 18 trade union members of the Ceylon Petroleum Storage Terminals Ltd., (CPSTL) as salaries and overtime payments, Power and Energy Minister Kumara Jayakody said today.
Sri Lanka has been named one of the “50 Best Places to Travel in 2026” by the magazine Travel + Leisure.