COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter)—Cabinet Spokesperson Bandula Gunawardena criticised the media establishment for promoting unrest that resulted in the killing of a Parliamentarian and his bodyguard last year (2022).
He accused the media of deliberately creating an environment conducive to the attacks on politicians and said that properties belonging to 800 politicians at different levels…
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — The Industry Ministry plans to prepare an e-mobility policy, collaborating with the Environment and Transport ministries.
Sri Lanka currently employs 26 local companies in the vehicle assembly industry, with the government aiming to make it the hub of the motor vehicle supply chain in Asia by 2035.
Transport Minister…
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — Transport Minister Bandula Gunawardana plans to take stern action against those involved in train strikes for causing public inconvenience.
He informed the Railways Department not to cause any inconvenience to the public and advised unions and responsible authorities to discuss demands with the Railways General Manager.
If not, the…
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) – Minister Bandula Gunawardena revealed that 37% of Sri Lanka's foreign debt will come due within five years, totalling $36 billion.
Additionally, 51% of the debt matures between six and 20 years, while the remaining 12% matures after 20 years. (Lahiru Doloswala)
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) - The Ministry of Transport, under the guidance of Transport Minister Bandula Gunawardana, will implement a conductor-free bus transport system beginning on July 1.
This initiative aims to eliminate revenue theft by conductors and reduce operational costs. Initially, the pilot project will be implemented on all expressways, with drivers overseeing…
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) — Transport Minister Bandula Gunawardena announced that a proposal to operate electric buses in the city of Colombo has been approved by the Cabinet of Ministers.
As a result, he mentioned that the proposal was approved in an effort to lessen both the negative effects of rising fuel prices and…
New Legislation for Regulating Electronic Media. Cabinet Subcommittee Completes Drafting Law to Est. 'Broadcast Authority'.
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) – The Government is actively working on introducing new legislation to regulate electronic media. A cabinet subcommittee headed by Justice Minister Wijeyadasa Rajapakshe completed the drafting of the legislation establishing a 'Broadcast Authority'— with the…
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) – In a significant move towards promoting harmony and reconciliation, the Cabinet of Ministers has given approval for the construction of a memorial in Colombo.
According to Cabinet Spokesperson Bandula Gunawardane, this memorial will serve as a poignant reminder of all those who lost their lives in armed conflict, political…
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) – The Sri Lankan government has dissolved four companies under the Maga Neguma Road Construction Equipment Company (MNRCE), including the Expressway Transport Company (Pvt) Ltd, according to Transport and Highways Minister Bandula Gunawardena.
It is worth noting that the MNRCE was a re-establishment of the former Road Construction Development Company…
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (News Cutter) – In a bid to celebrate the upcoming Sinhala and Tamil New Year season, sellers are allowed to sell their products on sidewalks.
The temporary concession will be available from April 1 to April 12.
According to Cabinet Spokesperson Bandula Gunawardena, any product–including vegetables, fruits, and textiles–can be…