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Sri Lanka Identifies 124 High-Risk Dengue Zones as Cases Top 53,000
Sri Lanka has identified 124 high-risk dengue zones after infections surpassed 53,000 this year, with 31 deaths reported by health authorities.
Sri Lanka’s Government Revenue Expected to Decline in 2026, Finance Ministry Says
Sri Lanka’s government revenue is projected to decline to 15.8% of GDP in 2026, mainly due to the normalization of tax collections following the 2025 vehicle import surge.
Sri Lankan Rupee Depreciates 8% Against US Dollar in 2026
The Central Bank says the Sri Lankan rupee has depreciated by 8% against the US dollar so far in 2026, citing global factors behind the currency’s decline.
Consumers with Large Rooftop Solar Systems Asked to Shut Them Down for Three Days
Consumers with rooftop solar systems exceeding 300kW have been asked to switch them off from June 27 to 29 to help maintain power grid stability.
Three Suspects, Including Rakitha Rajapaksa and Charith Abeysinghe, Remanded Until July 3
Three suspects, including Rakitha Rajapaksa and Charith Abeysinghe, have been remanded until July 3 over an alleged Rs. 12 crore bribery case linked to investigations involving Harak Kata.
Sri Lankan Rupee Weakens Further Against US Dollar
The Sri Lankan rupee weakened further against the US dollar, with the Central Bank quoting the dollar selling rate at Rs. 342.0372 on June 25.
Court Postpones Further Hearing of Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s Petition Until July 6
The Court of Appeal has postponed further submissions in former President Gotabaya Rajapaksa’s petition seeking protection from arrest until July 6.
Indian Prime Minister Modi Meets Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in New Delhi
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met in New Delhi, discussing bilateral relations, BRICS cooperation and shared interests of developing nations.
Sri Lanka’s Export Earnings Surpass US$7.3 Billion in First Five Months of 2026
Sri Lanka’s export earnings exceeded US$7.3 billion during the first five months of 2026, recording a 7.56% increase compared to the same period last year.
Cabinet Approves New Grade One Admission Guidelines for Government Schools from 2027
Cabinet has approved a new circular introducing revised Grade One admission guidelines for government schools from 2027, aimed at improving transparency and fairness.
538 GN Divisions Across 14 Districts Identified as High-Risk Dengue Zones
Health authorities have identified 538 Grama Niladhari divisions in 14 districts as high-risk dengue transmission areas and plan intensified prevention measures.
National Dengue Control Programme to Cover 600 Grama Niladhari Divisions
A nationwide dengue control programme covering 600 Grama Niladhari divisions will be launched from June 24 to 26 as authorities step up efforts to contain the disease.
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