Sri Lankan gold prices have fallen by about Rs. 20,000 as global prices slipped slightly. Market data attributes the local drop to the marginal decline in world gold prices. Report via AdaDerana RSS (Jan 30, 2026, 05:34 PM). source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117807
The private sector minimum wage has risen to Rs 30,000, up by Rs 3,000, effective January 1. This update, reported via AdaDerana RSS on January 20, 2026, outlines the new baseline for private-sector employees. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=117354
Gold prices in Sri Lanka have risen by Rs. 12,000 due to a significant increase in global market prices. This trend reflects ongoing fluctuations in the gold market. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116456
Gold prices in Sri Lanka have risen by Rs. 2,000, driven by a rapid increase in global market prices. The trend indicates a continued climb in local gold rates. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116346
A police officer from the Nilaveli Police Station has been arrested for allegedly soliciting a bribe of Rs. 10,000. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about corruption within law enforcement. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=116083
In December, Sri Lanka recorded 70,023 tourist arrivals, according to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority. This marks a significant influx of visitors to the country. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115976
Cyclone Ditwah has devastated Sri Lanka, with over 6,000 houses completely destroyed, as reported by the Disaster Management Centre. The figure highlights the severe impact of the recent disaster on the region. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=115968
In November, 61,890 tourists arrived in Sri Lanka, according to the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA). This reflects a positive trend in tourist arrivals for the month. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114541
The Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority reported that 153,063 tourists arrived in Sri Lanka from October 1 to 29, 2025, marking a significant milestone for the country’s tourism sector. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114167
The price of 22-carat gold sovereigns in Sri Lanka has fallen below Rs. 300,000 due to a substantial decrease in global market prices, among other factors. source http://www.adaderana.lk/news.php?nid=114023