Energy Storage & Renewables: Sri Lanka is set to commission the country’s largest battery energy storage program, with grid-forming systems storing 40MWh and discharging up to 10MW at peak across 16 substation sites, supporting the 70% renewables target by 2030. Heat & Water Stress: The Department of Meteorology warns July–August could be hotter-than-normal with El Niño-linked rainfall drops, raising risks for water resources, agriculture, power generation and public health. Digital Payments Push: CBSL will run a Trincomalee digital payment promotion (June 5–6) to help the public and businesses try e-payments and get on-the-spot support for LANKAQR and other services. Scam Shield & Fraud Awareness: CBSL launched its month-long “Be Scam Proof” campaign, warning that illegal schemes, pyramid operations and sophisticated digital fraud are eroding household wealth and trust in regulated institutions. Cybersecurity for Digital Identity: Sri Lanka plans a unified National Cybersecurity Framework to protect SL-UDI and other digital public infrastructure as identity fraud and AI-enabled impersonation threats grow. Health Alert: A meningitis outbreak is being monitored after reports of cases among school children, with authorities urging precautions without panic. Investment & Industry: EU-backed work is promoting eco-industrial parks to attract sustainable manufacturing investment, while German firms show renewed interest in Sri Lanka for logistics, renewable energy and maritime services. Labour Rights in Tea: Amnesty reports forced-labour-like conditions affecting Malaiyaha Tamil tea workers in southern estates, citing intimidation, abuse, harassment and debt coercion.