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Strict Enforcement: DMT to Blacklist Vehicles Ignoring Emission Maintenance Orders.

May 7, 2026 at 3:18 PM

The Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) in Sri Lanka is implementing a strict blacklisting policy for vehicles that fail to comply with emission maintenance orders, aiming to reduce air pollution.

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Strict Enforcement: DMT to Blacklist Vehicles Ignoring Emission Maintenance Orders

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Private Bus Operators Criticize Rs. 7 Billion Expenditure on New Metro Bus Project.

The Lanka Private Bus Owners’ Association has strongly criticized the government’s new 'Metro Bus' initiative, labeling the Rs. 7 billion allocation a waste of taxpayer funds and a repetition of past systemic failures within the public transport sector.

May 7, 2026 at 4:14 AM

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Government Slashes Long-Distance Bus Reservation Fees to Rs. 30.

May 4, 2026 at 12:02 PM

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School Transport Services Signal Imminent Fare Hikes Following Fuel Price Surge.

May 3, 2026 at 8:01 AM

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International Shipping Body Denounces US and Iran for Commercial Vessel Seizures

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April 25, 2026 at 7:01 AM

International Shipping Body Denounces US and Iran for Commercial Vessel Seizures.

The International Chamber of Shipping has criticized the recent tit-for-tat vessel seizures by the US and Iran, labeling them a violation of maritime freedom and calling for the immediate safety and release of detained crews.

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Sri Lanka Police Crack Down on Unauthorized Bus Fare Hikes.

April 24, 2026 at 12:28 PM

Sri Lankan authorities are taking strict action against bus operators charging above authorized fares, urging the public to report incidents via hotlines 118 or 119.

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Sri Lanka Police Crack Down on Unauthorized Bus Fare Hikes

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Sri Lanka Overhauls Inter-Provincial Bus Permit System to Enhance Public Transport.

April 23, 2026 at 7:53 AM

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New Low-Floor Bus Pilot Project Commences at Makumbura Transport Hub.

April 19, 2026 at 6:45 AM

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NTC Cracks Down on Bus Fare Violations During New Year Festive Season.

April 19, 2026 at 3:37 AM

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Public Transport Returns to Normalcy with Increased Bus and Train Schedules

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April 16, 2026 at 4:30 AM

Public Transport Returns to Normalcy with Increased Bus and Train Schedules.

Public transport services in Sri Lanka are gradually returning to normal. Private bus operators are scaling up to 60% capacity today, while the Department of Railways has scheduled 120 daily journeys with special services for the upcoming holiday period.

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NTC Launches Crackdown on Illegal Bus Operations and Fare Gouging.

April 12, 2026 at 12:21 PM

The National Transport Commission (NTC) has initiated a crackdown on unauthorized bus operations and fare exploitation during the festive season, urging commuters to use the 1955 hotline for reporting violations.

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NTC Launches Crackdown on Illegal Bus Operations and Fare Gouging

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NTC Cracks Down on Unauthorized Bus Operators Amid Festive Travel Rush.

April 12, 2026 at 7:18 AM

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Colombo Port Eases Congestion with Major Reforms to Container Inspections.

April 10, 2026 at 11:56 PM

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Enhanced Transport Measures Unveiled for Upcoming Sinhala and Tamil New Year.

April 7, 2026 at 1:58 AM

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April 6, 2026 at 12:18 PM

Sri Lanka and Russia Forge Strategic Transport and Infrastructure Partnership.

Sri Lanka and Russia have inked a landmark MoU to collaborate on transport training, human resources, and infrastructure modernization, including potential railway projects and a new Russian university branch in Colombo.

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