BASL condemns threats, violence to members of judiciary
In a statement regarding the resignation of Mullaitivu Magistrate, T. Saravanarajah, the Bar Association of Sri Lanka (BASL) has vehemently condemned any type of threats and violence to members of the judiciary.
NPP demands transparent truth-seeking investigation
The National People's Power (NPP) urged the government to conduct a transparent truth-seeking investigation into the resignation of Mullaitivu Magistrate T. Saravanarajah.
US urges Serbia to withdraw troops from Kosovo border as tensions rise
The US is urging Serbia to withdraw what it says is a large military build-up on the country's border with Kosovo.
Singapore population rises most in 15 years to a record
Singapore’s population grew 5% to a record 5.92 million at mid-2023 from a year ago, according to a government report, posting its fastest increase since 2008 as the city-state attracted more foreign workers.
Increase in electricity tariffs will collapse local factories
The Electricity Users' Association (EUA) today claimed that factories would collapse with the increase in electricity tariffs, which would cause a price increase in the manufacturing of goods.
Inefficiency and corruption drain state coffers of Rs. 500 billion
In the wake of the International Monetary Board (IMF) revenue mobilization gains-while improved relative to last year--are expected to fall short of initial projections by nearly 15 per cent by year-end,
Sri Lanka Customs to get AI technology for more efficient service
The Government is revamping the Customs Department amid concerns of inefficiency, corruption and drop in revenue collection, while reviewing relevant laws, regulations, administrative guidelines and standard operating procedures
SLIC and ACIPL provide new Electric Vehicle insurance cover
Sri Lanka Insurance (SLIC) has entered in to a strategic collaboration with Auto Capital Investment (Pvt) Ltd (ACIPL) to provide comprehensive motor vehicle insurance cover along with a warranty cover for five years for brand new electric vehicles imported by ACIPL.
Construction industry to get Budget 2024 relief for recovery
In a bid to revitalise the currently struggling construction sector for survival, the Finance Ministry is planning to propose catalytic inputs including easing taxation on building materials from the upcoming budget 2024 to be presented in November.
Sri lanka private security agencies to be re-regularised
The Ministry of Defence says it has taken steps to update the licensing conditions for the regulation and registration of private security agencies currently registered under the ministry, pursuant to the Private Security Agencies Regularization Act No. 45 of 1998.
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Canada is serious about ties with India despite row - Trudeau
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has said his country is serious about building closer ties with India despite an ongoing diplomatic row.
Pakistan: At least 20 killed, dozens injured in Mastung blast
At least 20 people have been killed and more than 50 injured in an explosion in Pakistan, police tell the BBC.
PUCSL seeks public opinion on electricity tariff revisions for 2023
The Public Utilities Commission of Sri Lanka (PUCSL) has decided to seek public opinion regarding the revision of electricity tariffs proposed by the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) for 2023.
Why does China court Sri Lankan MPs more than others?
China, more than any other country in the region or elsewhere, offers exchange programmes to the parliamentarians from Sri Lanka.