Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation supports President’s Office
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, one of the world’s largest charitable foundations, has agreed to establish a Program Support Unit to support the Office of the President of Sri Lanka.
Oil & Gas Vessel Calls at Hambantota Port Surge 132% in 2023
The Hambantota International Port (HIP) witnessed a phenomenal year in 2023, with oil and gas vessel calls increasing 132% compared to 2022.
Hungary's Viktor Orban and EU leaders to face off at crucial summit
European leaders are meeting on Thursday in Brussels in the hope of ending a standoff over financial aid for Ukraine.
Israelis tell British MPs of evidence of Hamas sexual violence
Israelis who dealt with the bodies of victims of Hamas's 7 October attacks on Israel have told British MPs and peers that there was "deliberate, systematic genital mutilation" of female victims and that there was "no question" that some had been sexually assaulted.
Emirates lounge in Colombo pays a tribute to SL on 76th Independence Day
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is marking Sri Lanka’s 76th Independence Day on 4 February with a culinary tribute to delight its customers.
Sri Lanka’s Services exports recorded a new high in 2023
Sri Lanka’s Services exports recorded a new high in 2023 with a strong rebound whilst shipment of goods lagged amidst challenges as per provisional data released by the export development board yesterday.
WHT and PAYE had the largest growth in Q3 2023
The Fiscal Management Report 2024, recently released by the Ministry of Finance, offers a comprehensive analysis of the government's revenue streams.
IMF recognises Sri Lanka as first in Asia to publicize GDF
Sri Lanka has become the first Asian country to publish its Growth Diagnostic Framework (GDF), a major development in addressing its economic challenges and promoting sustainable growth.
Microsoft says AI is getting deployed 'at scale'
Microsoft sales accelerated in the final months of 2023, lifted by demand for its artificial intelligence tools.
Iraqi militant group suspends attacks against US after drone strike
An Iraqi militant group suspected of launching a drone strike in Jordan that killed three US troops says it has suspended operations against the US.
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Sri Lanka tax revenues up 56-pct, deficit up on interest in Nov 23
Sri Lanka's tax revenue increased significantly by 56% to 2,512 billion rupees in the 11 months leading up to November. Total revenues also rose to 2,758 billion rupees, finance ministry data shows. .
Government prioritizes redeployment over new recruitment.
In a move aimed at optimizing government workforce management, the State Minister of Provincial Councils and Local Government has instructed institutions to prioritize redeployment of redundant or extra employees over new recruitment.
Politicians, media heads liable to submit asset declarations
The Bribery or Corruption Allegation Investigation Commission has issued a stern directive, setting a deadline for the submission of asset declarations from various high-profile figures, including the President, the Prime Minister, public servants, and media heads.
India-Sri Lanka passenger ferry service to begin on February 15
The passenger ferry service between India’s Nagapattinam and Kankesanthurai (KKS) in Jaffna will be initiated on February 15, the Ports, Shipping and Aviation Minister said.