1. The Lead: A Turning Point for Public Service Start by highlighting the recent Cabinet-appointed committee meeting chaired by Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya. The big news is that by 20 April 2026, the Ministry of Digital Economy will issue formal guidelines for public officials to carry out duties online. Why now? It’s not just…
As of April 2026, the technological landscape in Sri Lanka is shifting from mere experimentation to deep structural integration. Artificial Intelligence has moved from being a buzzword to becoming the primary gatekeeper in recruitment departments across Colombo. The “Year of Truth for AI” has arrived, but it brings a double-edged sword. While recruitment is faster,…