Focused on delivering a comprehensive suite of solutions tailored for the business sector, SLT-Mobitel Enterprise has introduced its latest offering: an Unlimited Voice calling package with a fixed rental.
Bank of Ceylon posts a Profit before Tax (PBT) of Rs. 9.3 billion on 1Q2024
CCP UserBank of Ceylon said yesterday during the first quarter of 2024 it demonstrated impressive growth and resilience, achieving a Profit before Tax (PBT) of Rs. 9.3 billion, a substantial increase compared to the previous year, illustrating its dedication in challenging economic conditions.
Biden hits Chinese electric cars and solar cells with higher tariffs
US President Joe Biden is ramping up tariffs on Chinese-made electric cars, solar panels, steel and other goods.
End of Lee era for Singapore as PM steps down
Singapore's long-serving Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong is stepping down, marking the end of a political era for the island nation.
US to extend the biggest support to Sri Lanka at this moment: U.S. Assistant Secretary
S. Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Donald Lu says it is important that Sri Lanka must have a functional truth and reconciliation program in place.
BASL exco members in JICA-funded anti-corruption study controversy
Several senior members of the Executive Committee of the Bar Association have sought an explanation as regards a study undertaken by a five-member group, including two President’s Counsels, on behalf of JICA, allegedly without following proper procedure.
Sri Lankan company bius a leading hotel in Derbyshire
A leading hotel in Derby, in the United Kingdom - Cathedral Quarter Hotel - has been sold to a Sri Lankan company, Derbyshire Live news agency reported.
CEB’s solar project awarding procedures raise eyebrows
Startling revelations have surfaced as to how Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has offered a solar project tender to the highest bidder and created a loss of several billions of rupees in the process to the national coffers.
Sri Lanka 's economic recovery essential for Indo-Pacific regional stability
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Strategically placed SL's economic recovery is essential for stability in the Indo-Pacific region, Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa said Saturday, urging Colombo to swiftly restructure its foreign debt.
Cow dung's key role in India's energy industry
Every day, with bare hands, Rukmini Baburao Kumbhar, collects around 50kg (eight stone) of fresh cow dung.
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Richard Scolyer: Top doctor remains brain cancer-free after a year
A year after undergoing a world-first treatment for glioblastoma, Australian doctor Richard Scolyer remains cancer-free.
Illegal shoe imports costing Sri Lanka billions of rupees in annual tax revenue
Information has been uncovered regarding a large-scale racket of illegally importing shoes manufactured in foreign countries and selling them within Sri Lanka.
US Assistant Secretary Donald Lu calls on President Ranil
United States’ Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs, Donald Lu, called on President Ranil Wickremesinghe last night (13) at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo.yesterday
Tourism earnings strengthen further despite March low levels
Earnings from tourism displayed continued strengthening despite some softening from March. Arrivals eased last month but the momentum persists, projecting robust earnings from the trade which once saw a prolonged decline due to repeated crises from 2019 onwards through 2022.