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Relief measures underway for SMEs despite ‘Parate’ law deadline ending: Finance Ministry
Relief measures underway for SMEs despite ‘Parate’ law deadline ending: Finance Ministry
With the expiration of the extension granted for ‘Parate’ execution on March 31, 2025, the Government of Sri Lanka remains steadfast in its commitment to facilitate the revitalization of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), the Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development says. MORE..
Over 304kg of Kerala cannabis seized in Kilinochchi
Over 304kg of Kerala cannabis seized in Kilinochchi
An individual has been arrested for the possession of over 304kg of Kerala cannabis valued at Rs. 121 million in Kilinochchi. MORE..
Keheliya arrives at CID
Keheliya arrives at CID
UPDATE: Former Minister of Health Keheliya Rambukwella has left the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) after recording a statement on the alleged import of substandard human Immunoglobulin vials. MORE..
Tense standoff at Weligama apparel factory over unpaid New Year bonus
Tense standoff at Weligama apparel factory over unpaid New Year bonus
A tense situation was reported at a privately-owned apparel factory in Udukawa, Weligama last night (April 8), after employees staged a protest against the management’s decision to withhold the Sinhala and Tamil New Year bonus. MORE..
Major currencies strengthen against US Dollar despite tariff hikes, says Fitch
Major currencies strengthen against US Dollar despite tariff hikes, says Fitch
Despite a significant rise in US tariffs, most major global currencies have appreciated against the US dollar since the start of the year, according to Fitch Ratings’ latest FX Market Monitor. MORE..
Roof collapses at a Dominican Republic nightclub, killing at least 79 people
Roof collapses at a Dominican Republic nightclub, killing at least 79 people
The roof of an iconic nightclub in the Dominican capital collapsed early Tuesday during a merengue concert attended by politicians, athletes and others, leaving at least 79 people dead and 160 injured, authorities said. MORE..
Urban schools face severe A/L teacher shortage?
Urban schools face severe A/L teacher shortage?
The Ceylon Teachers’ Union (CTU) raised alarm over a critical shortage of teachers for the G.C.E. Advanced Level (A/L) in schools across the country, particularly in urban national schools. MORE..
Stocks slide again as US forges ahead with 104% tariffs on China
Stocks slide again as US forges ahead with 104% tariffs on China
The United States said on Tuesday that 104% duties on imports from China will take effect shortly after midnight, even as the administration of President Donald Trump moved to quickly start talks with other trading partners targeted by sweeping tariffs. MORE..
Indonesia ready to shelter Palestinians impacted by war in Gaza
Indonesia ready to shelter Palestinians impacted by war in Gaza
Indonesia is ready to temporarily shelter Palestinians impacted by the war in Gaza, President Prabowo Subianto said in a statement on Wednesday, as he started his trip to the Middle East region and Turkey. MORE..
Fairly heavy showers expected in some places today
Fairly heavy showers expected in some places today
The Department of Meteorology says that showers or thundershowers will occur at times in Southern province today (09). MORE..
Discussion held on Colombo, Eastern and Greater Hambantota development projects
Discussion held on Colombo, Eastern and Greater Hambantota development projects
A meeting between Secretary to the President, Dr. Nandika Sanath Kumanayake and relevant ministry officials was held today (08) at the Presidential Secretariat regarding the development plans to be implemented in Sri Lanka under three zones, in collaboration with the Surbana Jurong Institute of Singapore and 18 Ministries. MORE..
Trump awaits China response before 104% tariffs hit
Trump awaits China response before 104% tariffs hit
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he is waiting to hear from China before duties of more than 100% take effect, in a sign that he might be open to last-minute negotiations with the world’s No. 2 economic power. MORE..
Former State Minister Pilleyan arrested
Former State Minister Pilleyan arrested
Former State Minister Sivanesathurai Chandrakanthan alias ‘Pilleyan’ has been arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). MORE..
President discusses proposals to make SriLankan Airlines more profitable
President discusses proposals to make SriLankan Airlines more profitable
A meeting between President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and senior officials of SriLankan Airlines was held this afternoon (April 8) at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo. MORE..
Motion to appoint committee to remove IGP Tennakoon passed in Parliament
Motion to appoint committee to remove IGP Tennakoon passed in Parliament
A resolution to appoint a committee of inquiry for the removal of Deshabandu Tennakoon from his position as Inspector General of Police (IGP) due to alleged misconduct and abuse of power, was passed in Parliament on Tuesday. MORE..
Where are the agreements inked with India? - Dilith questions govt
Where are the agreements inked with India? - Dilith questions govt
Leader of the ‘Sarvajana Balaya’ alliance, Parliamentarian Dilith Jayaweera says the agreements signed with India should be publicised, if the current administration has nothing to hide. MORE..
Heat warning issued for several provinces
Heat warning issued for several provinces
A warm weather advisory has been issued for residents of the Western, Northern, North-central, North-western and Eastern provinces and the Monaragala district. MORE..
IMF delegation calls on PM, review Sri Lanka’s economic situation
IMF delegation calls on PM, review Sri Lanka’s economic situation
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya has met with an International Monetary Fund (IMF) delegation led by Incoming Mission Chief Evan Papageorgiou, to review Sri Lanka’s economic situation. MORE..
Singapore’s Vitol Asia receives six-month CPC fuel supply deal
Singapore’s Vitol Asia receives six-month CPC fuel supply deal
Sri Lanka’s Cabinet of Ministers has approved the proposal to award a contract to Singapore-based Vitol Asia Ltd. to supply five shipments of 92 octane petrol, over the next six months. MORE..
15 million polycarbonate cards to be purchased to issue new e-NICs
15 million polycarbonate cards to be purchased to issue new e-NICs
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to call for open tenders to purchase 15 million polycarbonate cards to issue new electronic National Identity Cards (e-NIC). MORE..
Colombo stock market bounces back after plunge
Colombo stock market bounces back after plunge
The indices at the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) rebounded on Tuesday after three continuous days of decline following market turmoil in the wake of US President Donald Trump’s tariffs. MORE..
Govt. to recruit nearly 19,000 graduates and youth
Govt. to recruit nearly 19,000 graduates and youth
The proposal to recruit 18,853 graduates and youth to the state service has been approved by the Cabinet of Ministers. MORE..
Political delays in development projects led to Sri Lanka’s financial crisis: Namal says in India
Political delays in development projects led to Sri Lanka’s financial crisis: Namal says in India
Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Member of Parliament Namal Rajapaksa says that politically driven delays in development projects in Sri Lanka resulted in an energy crisis that ultimately led to the country’s worst financial crisis. MORE..
Cabinet approval to increase minimum wage of private sector employees
Cabinet approval to increase minimum wage of private sector employees
The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval to a proposal to increase the monthly minimum wage of private sector employees from Rs. 17,500 to Rs. 27,000 with effect from 01 April 2025. MORE..
Sri Lankan tri-forces team commence relief activities in Myanmar
Sri Lankan tri-forces team commence relief activities in Myanmar
A specially deployed Sri Lankan Humanitarian Assistance and Relief Team, comprising Tri-Service personnel, has been mobilized in Myanmar to support post-disaster recovery efforts following a powerful earthquake that recently struck the country, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement. MORE..
