The Government of Sri Lanka has secured a $30 million loan from the International Development Association (IDA) of the World Bank Group to fund the first phase of the Secure, Affordable, and Sustainable Energy for Sri Lanka Project. The Financing Agreement was signed on December 3, 2025.
Project management has become a vital part of construction, engineering, IT and infrastructure development in Sri Lanka. To complete projects on time and within budget, companies depend heavily on strong planning and scheduling tools. Among the most widely used tools both locally and globally are Microsoft Project (MS Project) and Primavera P6. These software systems help project managers plan work, track progress, allocate resources and control project costs. Although both serve similar purposes, they have differences that make each one more suitable for certain types of projects. This article explains the key differences between MS Project and Primavera P6 in simple and clear language so that students, engineers, planners and project managers can select the best tool for their needs.
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The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval for the implementation of 16 major infrastructure projects across state universities in Sri Lanka. The initiative, proposed by the Prime Minister in her capacity as the Minister of Education, Higher Education, and Professional Education, aims to upgrade facilities and bring state universities up to international standards.
The government has allocated Rs. 6,500 million in the 2026 Budget to ensure the continuation of the 'Clean Sri Lanka' programme.
The Sri Lankan Cabinet has decided not to implement any new wind power projects on the northwestern coastal island of Mannar, except for three ongoing private sector projects, following continuous public protests.
Residents and environmental experts on Mannar Island are continuing their fight against unplanned development, particularly concerning the installation of wind power projects, which they argue are detrimental to the environment and causing loss of livelihood.
The Cabinet of Ministers has approved the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) to proceed with the execution of the long-delayed Norochcholai–Wariyapola Transmission Development Project and to initiate formal negotiations with the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) for financing.
A new special act has been issued, making it mandatory for all government institutions to obtain technical advice from the National Building and Research Organization (NBRO) for any public or private development projects they undertake.
