Latest news in Sri Lanka? September 12th, 2026
12-09-2026
Key news developments in Sri Lanka on September 12, 2026:
- Stricter SIM Card Verification Introduced: The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) announced plans to mandate live photograph verification during new SIM card registrations to clamp down on the use of mobile lines for illegal operations. Work is also progressing toward implementing mobile number portability. Newswire+ 1
- Launch of “Life Cities” Urban Development Plan: The government inaugurated the first phase of the “Life Cities” initiative, targeting structured, data-backed urban development across 10 major towns (including Jaffna, Matara, Batticaloa, and Badulla) for 2026, followed by 16 more in 2027. Newswire
- Fuel Prices Held Steady: The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) confirmed that retail fuel prices will remain unchanged for the immediate period. Daily Mirror – Sri Lanka
- Ongoing IMF Extended Fund Facility Review: Discussions continue with the visiting International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, in Colombo through September 23 for the Seventh Review under the Extended Fund Facility and Article IV consultations. Daily Mirror
- Women’s Asia Cup Final Berth: In sports, Sri Lanka Women secured a place in the Women’s Asia Cup final after defeating Pakistan by four wickets in Dubai, setting up a title clash with India. Daily Mirror