Sri Lankan Court Sentences 12 to Death Over 2022 Protest Killing: A Landmark Judgment in Post-Crisis Justice In a landmark ruling that revisits one of the most turbulent chapters in Sri Lanka’s recent political history, a Sri Lankan court on February 11, 2026, sentenced 12 individuals to death for their involvement in the murder of […]
Sri Lanka Records US$1.7 Billion Current Account Surplus in 2025, Signalling Strong Economic Recovery Sri Lanka has recorded a current account surplus of approximately US$1.7 billion in 2025, marking a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing economic recovery journey. This achievement comes despite persistent challenges such as a trade deficit, global economic uncertainty, and adverse […]
Colombo Inflation Rises to 2.3% in January 2026 as Cost-of-Living Pressures Emerge Sri Lanka’s inflation outlook showed a slight shift in early 2026, with the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) rising to 2.3% in January, up from December 2025 levels. While inflation remains relatively low by historical standards, the increase signals emerging pressures on household […]
