Sri Lanka has declared Wednesdays a weekly public holiday to reduce fuel consumption as the country battles an ongoing economic and energy crisis. According to officials, the decision is part of a ...

Sri Lanka has declared Wednesdays a public holiday to manage fuel shortages as global energy supplies are disrupted by the Middle East conflict, the Public Administration Ministry said. The measure ...

Sri Lanka just gave workers a midweek day off, though it's not for fun. The government has announced that every Wednesday is now a public holiday, in an attempt to cut fuel use as it braces for ...

Sri Lanka has never had a shortage of holidays. From religious observances to full moon days, from national commemorations to long weekends that quietly stretch into unofficial breaks, we have built a ...

Long queues have formed at petrol stations across Sri Lanka as drivers rush to secure fuel, highlighting growing shortages in the region. Several Asian countries are rolling out strict conservation ...

Sri Lanka has rescheduled its 'day after Vesak' public holiday to align with Vesak week observances, while US school districts in Maryland and New York City are making notable adjustments to their ...