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Namal granted bail in Krrish deal case

Srilanka, Feb. 18 -- The Colombo High Court today granted bail to Sri Lanka Podujana Peramuna (SLPP) Parliamentarian Namal Rajapaksa after serving him with indictments in connection with the controver... Read More


Moderate air quality recorded in major urban areas

Srilanka, Feb. 18 -- A moderate level Air Quality Status was recorded yesterday in major urban areas in Sri Lanka while slightly unhealthy level air quality was recorded in Ratnapura and Embilipitiya.... Read More


Govt. still to determine cause for recent power breakdown: Chief Government Whip

Srilanka, Feb. 18 -- The Government is still conducting investigations to determine the cause for the recent power breakdown, Chief Government Whip Nalinda Jayatissa told Parliament today. "Don't kee... Read More


SriLankan Airlines wraps up maintenance work for Salam Air A321neo

Srilanka, Feb. 18 -- The Engineering team of SriLankan Airlines wrapped up base heavy maintenance on an A321neo aircraft for long-term repeat customer Salam Air, ahead of the scheduled completion date... Read More


Police to screen rejoining officers for drug use

Srilanka, Feb. 18 -- The Acting Inspector General of Police has directed all senior officers and police OICs to ensure that any personnel seeking reinstatement after suspension or leaving the force un... Read More


Budget bodes well for economic improvement in the long run: Economist

Srilanka, Feb. 18 -- Economist Talal Rafi said the budget presentation of the new government has positive aspects which can improve the economy in the long term. He said the budget states that the go... Read More


Budget 2025: Key Takeaways

Srilanka, Feb. 18 -- Budget 2025 sets out a total government expenditure of LKR 7,190 billion, marking a 17% increase from the LKR 6,131 billion allocated in 2024. As a share of Gross Domestic Product... Read More


Boost for digital economy with Rs.3bn budget allocation

Srilanka, Feb. 18 -- The government has allocated Rs.3 billion for its digital transformation strategies this year, as part of its efforts to generate US $ 15 billion in revenue through the digital ec... Read More


Hayleys reports robust December profits on performance of key sectors, other incomes

Srilanka, Feb. 17 -- Hayleys PLC reported some robust performance for its third fiscal quarter ended in December 2024, propelled by most of its key business lines as plantations, leisure and construct... Read More


Credit card spend soars in December 2024

Srilanka, Feb. 17 -- The festive December 2024 saw credit card holders swiping their card the most last year with the outstanding card balance shooting up, bringing almost the entire growth in the car... Read More