Vehicle Imports Help Drive Sri Lanka’s Government Revenue Growth in First Half of 2026
Sri Lanka’s government revenue and grants increased by 27.1% to Rs. 2.956 trillion during the first half of 2026, with the reopening of vehicle imports…
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Latest Travel news and updates from Sri Lanka and the Sri Lankan community in Australia.
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UAE flight updates today: Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia, flydubai cancellations, delays
UAE flight updates today: live cancellations, delays and route changes for Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai amid regional security tensions.
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Colombo Fort Set for Transformation into an International Tourist Destination
Sri Lanka plans to transform Colombo’s historic Fort area into an internationally recognised tourist destination while preserving its heritage sites and…
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Women Appointed as Timekeepers for First Time in NTC History
The National Transport Commission has appointed 18 new timekeepers, including two women who have become the first females to hold the position in NTC history.…
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Seat Belt Rule to Apply to All Vehicles on Expressways from September 19
Sri Lanka will introduce a mandatory seat belt requirement for all vehicles using expressways from September 19. The measure aims to strengthen road safety and…
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Sri Lanka Explores Passenger Drone Service Linking Airport and Colombo
Sri Lanka is exploring the possibility of introducing autonomous passenger drone services after Chinese eVTOL company EHang presented its technology to…
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Canberra airport deal with overseas counterparts clears runway for more direct flights
Canberra Airport has secured a major agreement with China’s Eastern Airports Group, paving the way for potential direct flights between Canberra and Nanjing.
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Sri Lanka Boogie 2026 to Boost High-Value Adventure Tourism
Sri Lanka Boogie 2026, an international skydiving festival scheduled for November 12–21, aims to boost Sri Lanka’s high-value adventure tourism sector by…
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Vietnam Airlines launches Direct Ho Chi Minh City-Colombo Flights
Vietnam Airlines has commenced direct flights between Ho Chi Minh City and Colombo, operating three weekly services to Bandaranaike International
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Vietjet brings its award-recognised brand and signature red uniform to Sri Lanka with new Colombo route
Vietjet has been named “Favourite Low-Cost Carrier” and “Best Cabin Crew Uniform” at the 2026 Flyers’ Choice Awards, ahead of its launch of direct flights…
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Incheon Airport Becomes World’s Busiest Airport for Passenger Traffic
South Korea’s Incheon International Airport has become the world’s busiest airport by international passenger traffic for the first time, handling 38.4 million…
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UAE-India travel: Airport security, airline advisories ahead of Independence Day
Flying from UAE to India around Independence Day? Plan for tighter airport security, longer queues and mandatory Air Suvidha 2.0 declaration.
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Flying from Dubai or Abu Dhabi today? Check Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia flight status
Flying from Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Sharjah today? Check live Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai flight status as Gulf security and summer rush disrupt some…
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13 Injured in Medawachchiya Bus Crash
Thirteen people were injured after an SLTB bus collided with a stationary lorry carrying roof tiles in Medawachchiya. In a separate accident along the…
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Abu Dhabi rolls out free entry visas for Indian tourists
Abu Dhabi introduces free entry visas for Indian tourists, boosting travel and tourism ties. Learn who qualifies, how to apply, and when the scheme starts.
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Australian crew execute daring Antarctic rescue, airlifting patient to New Zealand hospital
An Australian aviation team successfully carried out a rare midwinter medical evacuation from Antarctica, rescuing a US expeditioner in extreme conditions and…
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Flying today from the UAE? Check these Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai cancellations first
Flying from the UAE today? Check the latest Emirates, Etihad, Air Arabia and flydubai cancellations, regional airline updates, travel advisories and airport…
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Free 14-day Oman visa? Here's how to spend the perfect 48 hours in the Sultanate
Planning a road trip from the UAE to Oman? Here's a complete 48-hour itinerary, including border tips, mountain stops, beaches, wadis and the best places to…
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7 New Metro Bus Routes Set to Transform Colombo Transport
Lanka Metro Transit (LMT) has introduced seven new Metro Bus routes across the Colombo Metropolitan Region to modernise urban public transport. The new routes…
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Planning a Japan trip from the UAE? Why the yen suddenly became more expensive
Planning a Japan trip from the UAE? Learn how US-Japan currency intervention and a stronger yen are making your yen-priced travel and shopping more expensive.
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Virgin launches massive international sale starting from $429
Virgin Australia has launched a one-week international sale with return fares to popular destinations including Bali, Fiji and Queenstown from $429.
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Free beach workouts, family entertainment: 7 things to do in Sharjah this summer
Discover 7 things to do in Sharjah this summer, from free beach workouts and community runs to family entertainment, children's camps, heritage staycations and…
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Dubai beats New York to become the world's second smartest city – here's why
Dubai ranks as the world’s second smartest city, beating New York, as BCG hails its AI-driven public services, smart city apps and balanced intelligent city…
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Louvre Abu Dhabi offers UAE residents 30% off tickets this summer
Admission gives you access to the museum galleries, exhibitions, outdoor plazas underneath the dome, museum café, Fouquet’s Abu Dhabi and boutique
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Sri Lanka Set to Launch Passenger Drone Transport Under Civil Aviation Authority Plans
Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka is advancing plans to introduce eVTOL passenger drones through high-level discussions with EHang Intelligent and national…
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Australia Strengthens Sri Lanka’s Disaster Response with Boats, Drones and $7M Support Package
Australia has provided rescue boats, drones, and a AUD 7 million support package to Sri Lanka to strengthen disaster preparedness and response. Delivered with…
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Middle East airlines slowly recover from Iran war as global air travel demand falls in June, says IATA
Middle East airlines edge toward recovery from the Iran war as IATA reports June traffic still down and global air travel demand falling for a third month.
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Sri Lanka Unveils New Era in Public Transport with Arrival of Modern Metro Buses
Sri Lanka has received the first batch of 104 modern Metro buses from China, marking a major step in upgrading its public transport system. The new buses are…
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Emirates diverts Dubai-San Francisco flight after medical emergency
San Francisco-bound Emirates flight EK225 was diverted Wednesday night to London’s Heathrow Airport due to a medical emergency, an Emirates spokesperson said
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Sri Lanka Showcased as Premier Wildlife Destination at UK’s Global Bird Fair 2026
The Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau showcased the country’s rich biodiversity at the Global Bird Fair 2026 in the United Kingdom, promoting Sri Lanka as a…
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Indian travellers can now use UPI to book At the Top, Burj Khalifa tickets online
Indian travellers can now book At the Top, Burj Khalifa tickets online using UPI, enabling secure, seamless payments from India before arriving in Dubai.
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Dubai awards record 237 hotels with Sustainable Tourism Stamp
Dubai awards record 237 hotels the Sustainable Tourism Stamp as programme grows 55%, highlighting DET's ESG criteria and hotels' commitment to responsible,…
