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Famous Yala tusker Sando dead?

Srilanka, Feb. 22 -- In the wake of reports that the famous tusker called 'Sando' in the Yala National Park has not been spotted for days, the Wildlife Conservation Department has initiated investigat... Read More


Prevailing dry weather boosts solar energy output

Srilanka, Feb. 22 -- The output of solar energy has increased due to the high level of sunlight in the country, and if the trend continues, the national grid will find it difficult to support it, an o... Read More


Two suspects in Kotahena shooting killed in Police encounter

Srilanka, Feb. 22 -- Two suspects arrested in connection with the Kotahena shooting have been shot dead by police. Police said the suspects attempted to open fire on officers after seizing a police ... Read More


Government aims global competitiveness with digital innovation: President

Srilanka, Feb. 22 -- President Anura Kumara Dissanayake yesterday reaffirmed the government's commitment to positioning Sri Lanka as a globally competitive nation through advancements in digitalisatio... Read More


NDB reports highest-ever Group PBT, surpassing Rs. 24.0bn

Srilanka, Feb. 21 -- National Development Bank PLC (NDB) yesterday announced a record-breaking profit for the financial year 2024, marking a significant milestone in the bank's growth trajectory. Al... Read More


SC to hear FR petition challenging Lyca Group acquiring 11 plus media on March 27

Srilanka, Feb. 21 -- A Fundamental Rights petition challenging Lyca Group's indirect acquisition of the 11 plus media and broadcasting licenses, filed by social activist Jamuni Kamantha Thushara, was ... Read More


JAAF warns of risks in premature SVAT removal

Srilanka, Feb. 21 -- The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF), while joining the bandwagon in welcoming Budget 2025, expressed serious concern over the potential impact of a premature removal of SVA... Read More


Crossings account for 20% of turnover

Srilanka, Feb. 21 -- The ASPI closed in red as a result of price losses in counters such as Ceylinco Holdings, Hatton National Bank and Melstacorp with the turnover crossing Rs. 2.9 bn. A similar be... Read More


DFCC Bank Dec. profits up 80% from lower provisions and capital gains from ISBs

Srilanka, Feb. 21 -- DFCC Bank PLC reported some solid financial performance for the three months ended in December 2024 backed by strong lending book, impairments on loans which were only a fraction ... Read More


Foreign buying extends the buying stance for 3rd consecutive session

Srilanka, Feb. 21 -- Market participants in the secondary market continued their buying momentum for the third consecutive day, driven by strong foreign buying interest. This resulted in high tradin... Read More