Following productive discussions, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Sri Lankan authorities have achieved a staff-level agreement on economic policies, marking a significant step in concluding the second review of the 4-year Extended Fund Facility (EFF)-supported program and the 2024 Article IV Consultation.

Ending prolonged the dry spell in the country, rain experienced in many parts of the country yesterday. According to Meteoreologist Srimal Herath, many areas will experience rains reducing the current hot temperature.

State Minister for Social Empowerment Mr. Anupa Pasqual said that a special program for the empowerment of 14,000 “Aswesuma” beneficiaries will be implemented in the near future together with the Small Tea estate Development Authority.

Ajith Rajapakse, Deputy Speaker of Parliament announced to the House today (21) that the Speaker endorsed the certificate on the Bills yesterday (20).