Sri Lanka Latest News
Sri Lanka Latest News
Sri Lanka Navy rescues distressed Indian fishermen, arrests 5 for illegal fishing

Jan 27, Colombo: Sri Lanka Navy has again come to the aid of four Indian fishermen distressed in the seas off the northern coast of Jaffna Peninsula.

Oman to help Sri Lanka on oil and gas needs

Jan 27, Colombo: Sultanate of Oman has assured that it was prepared to help Sri Lanka to meet its gas and oil needs in the event of a fuel crisis brought on by the United States sanctions on Iran's oil exports.

Sri Lanka government takes new measures for effective administration of prisons

Jan 27, Colombo: In a measure to reform the prison administration, Sri Lanka Ministry of Rehabilitation and Prison Reforms has decided to transfer prison officials in every three years.

Sri Lanka Lawyers association condemns violation of fundamental rights of citizens by the government

Jan 27, Colombo: A lawyers' association in Sri Lanka has condemned what it terms as tactics used by the government and its agents to disregard the fundamental rights of a citizens to conduct peaceful protests in the country.

President opens Defence Services College New Building

defenceNewly built five storied building was ceremonially declared open by President Mahinda Rajapaksa in Defence Services College premises On Thursday (26) morning.

New Visa Formalities
Foreign nationals, who intend to visit Sri Lanka for Short Stay, must obtain Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA), prior to their arrival with effect from 01.01.2012. The ETA is issued through on-line system. No passport copies, documents or photograph are required. There is no requirement to endorse the ETA in the passport.
  • ETA processing fee will not be charged till the 01st of January 2012.
  • No ETA processing fee will be charged from tourists who spend less that 48 hours in the country.

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PRODEXPO 2012
 PRODEXPO is the largest annual specialized exhibition in Russia and Eastern Europe. For 18 years, it has determined the development of the domestic food industry. Over the years of its existence, the PRODEXPO exhibition has played an important role in stimulating the Russian food industry.
Promoting high-quality foods to the domestic market PRODEXPO trade show contributes to improving the quality of life of people.

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“SRI LANKA EXPO 2012″ 28-30 March 2012


After a lapse of 15 years, Sri Lanka Expo 2012 will be held from 28th to 30th of March, 2012 at Bandaranaike Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH), Sri Lanka`s premier exhibition and conference centre. Sri Lanka Export Development Board organizes this national event with the support of public and private sector institutions.

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