New Gazette rules introduce strict visitor controls to protect Ella’s extraordinary underground blue-water attraction while preparing it for regulated tourism Sri Lanka has introduced new regulations for Nildiya Pokuna, the remarkable underground natural pool inside the Ravana Ella Sanctuary near Ella, placing tourism activities under Wildlife Conservation supervision. The new rules prohibit entering the water, […]
Sri Lanka Approves Rs.7.5bn Paddy Loan Scheme Small and medium-scale rice millers are set to receive interest-free financing of up to Rs.25 million to purchase paddy at government-guaranteed prices, as Sri Lanka expands its 2026 Yala procurement programme beyond the capacity of the Paddy Marketing Board. Published: 26 August 2026Dateline: Colombo, Sri LankaSri Lanka has […]
Food inflation accelerated to 4.9% and core inflation reached 6.0%, while non-food prices remained the largest contributor to the national increase. Sri Lanka’s national inflation rose to 7.2% in July 2026, its highest level since June 2023. Food inflation accelerated to 4.9%, non-food inflation remained elevated at 9.2%, and core inflation increased to 6.0%. Sri […]
