IMF Urges US to Ease Trade Curbs Through Cooperation with Partners
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Wednesday (Feb. 25) called on the United States to work constructively with its trading
Sri Lanka’s Official Poverty Line Rises in January 2026
Sri Lanka’s official poverty line increased in January 2026 compared to December 2025, according to a report released by the
Customs Trade Unions Continue Black Armband Protest
The black armband protest launched by customs trade unions will continue today (26), according to the Customs Trade Union Alliance.
Rising Colon and Rectal Cancer Cases Among Young Adults Raise Concern in Sri Lanka
Health authorities have raised concern over a growing incidence of colon and rectal cancers among individuals aged 30 to 50
Colombo Residential Land Prices Rise 12.4% in Second Half of 2025 – CBSL
Residential land prices in the Colombo District increased by 12.4% year-on-year in the second half of 2025, while commercial land
India–Israel Ties to Be Upgraded to “Special Strategic Partnership” During PM Modi’s Visit
Relations between India and Israel are set to be elevated to a “special strategic partnership” during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s
PUCSL Opens Public Consultations on Proposed 13.56% Electricity Tariff Hike
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has begun islandwide public consultations today (Feb. 20), inviting comments on a
Sri Lanka Exports Jump 13.71% in January 2026, Earnings Reach US$ 1.53 Billion
Sri Lanka’s export sector began 2026 on a strong note, recording a 13.71% year-on-year growth, with total export earnings reaching
Sri Lanka Tourist Arrivals Cross 500,000 Mark Within First Seven Weeks of 2026
Sri Lanka’s tourism sector has reached a major milestone in the new year, with foreign arrivals surpassing 500,000 within the
Sri Lanka Launches Ceylon Tea–Infused Wine in Beijing to Mark Independence Day
The Sri Lankan Embassy in China, the Sri Lanka Tea Board and Helanhong Winery have jointly launched a new wine