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Sri Lanka’s economic outlook remains positive but global trade policy uncertainties pose significant…
Sri Lanka’s economic outlook remains positive, however, global trade policy uncertainties pose significant risks to the country’s macroeconomic and social stability, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has stated.
On July 1, 2025, the…
Ex-President Ranil thanks Elon Musk for Starlink
Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has expressed his gratitude to SpaceX founder and CEO, Elon Musk, for enabling access to Starlink satellite internet services for all Sri Lankans.
Wickremesinghe also stated that he hoped to meet…
Rise in child accidents a growing concern, expert warns
A pediatrician at the Colombo South Teaching Hospital in Kalubowila, Professor Ruwanthi Perera has raised concerns over the increasing number of accidents involving children.
Speaking at a press briefing organized by the Health Promotion…
Three arrested with 900kg of Kerala ganja and firearms in Wennappuwa
Three individuals were taken into custody in the Bolawatta area of Wennappuwa during a joint operation carried out by the Sri Lanka Coast Guard, Navy, and Police Narcotic Bureau.
The suspects were found in possession of over 900…
Sri Lanka to deploy seasonal workers to South Korea under E-8 Visa category
Cabinet approval has been granted to implement a pilot program to facilitate the engagement of Sri Lankan labourers under the E-8 visa category (seasonal employees) in the Republic of Korea.
Accordingly, the Cabinet of Ministers has…
Printed book prices rise by 20% due to VAT and NBT
The National Book Traders Association says that the price of printed books has increased by 20% due to the imposition of Value Added Tax (VAT) and Nation Building Tax (NBT).
Sri Lanka Book Publishers’ Association President, Samantha…
World Social Media Day observed today
World Social Media Day is celebrated today (June 30).
It is a global observance that recognizes the profound impact of social media in transforming communication worldwide and it has become one of the most powerful tools shaping how…
‘Red’ warning issued for strong winds and rough seas
The Department of Meteorology has issued a ‘Red’ warning for strong winds and rough seas.
Due to the effect of the active southwest monsoon condition, the sea areas off the coasts extending from Chilaw to Kankasanthurai via Puttalam and…
Emergency contact details announced for Sri Lankans in Israel and Iran
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Employment has announced that the Government of Sri Lanka is closely monitoring the evolving military situation between Israel and Iran.
In a statement issued by Deputy Minister of Foreign…
Colombo High Court Confiscates Rs. 201 Million from Chinese National Over Illegal Gem Trade
The Colombo High Court has ordered the confiscation of more than Rs. 201 million held in a private bank account belonging to a Chinese national who was found guilty of engaging in the gem trade without a valid licence.
Delivering the…