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Bank of Ceylon reinforces national economic vision, presents Annual Report to President

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- The Bank of Ceylon (BOC) formally presented its 2025 Annual Report to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake. The occasion reaffirmed the Bank's role as the nation's leading financi... Read More


Tea production dips in March

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- According to the latest tea industry data, Sri Lanka's tea production recorded a notable decline in March 2026, reflecting ongoing pressures on the island's key export sector, o... Read More


SLIC Life reports strong performance, sustaining growth momentum

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- Sri Lanka Insurance Life (SLIC Life) delivered a strong and well-balanced financial performance in 2025, reflecting sustained growth, disciplined execution, and continued custom... Read More


Sri Lanka's debt restructuring process nearing completion

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- Sri Lanka's debt restructuring process is nearing completion, with significant progress recorded across negotiations and implementation, according to the latest 6th Co-Chairs Pr... Read More


CABINET DECISIONS

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- The Special Import Licence Regulations No. 01 of 2023, published in Extraordinary Gazette No. 2312/77 dated January 1, 2023, prohibit the importation of retreaded tyres, includi... Read More


Opposition MPs request summoning President over uninspected containers

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- Opposition MPs requested the summoning of four individuals, including President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in his capacity as the Minister of Finance, Planning, and Economic Devel... Read More


Currency in circulation exceeds Rs.1.5 Trillion

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- The total amount of currency circulating within the Sri Lankan economy exceeded Rs. 1.5 trillion in 2025, marking a significant increase from the previous year. The Central Bank... Read More


State Vesak Week from May 27 to June 2

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- The Government has officially declared Vesak Week from May 27 to June 2, 2026, featuring nationwide religious activities under the theme Abhiththaretha Kalyane (Let us hasten to... Read More


Commemorative service for Easter Sunday victims

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- A commemorative service was held at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Matara on April 21, marking the seventh anniversary of the Easter Sunday bomb attacks. The service was ded... Read More


Fire causes heavy damage to textile shop

Sri Lanka, April 23 -- Three floors of a four-storey textile shop located in the centre of Manikhinna town were badly damaged by a fire that broke out in the early hours of yesterday (22) morning. Ma... Read More