Sri Lanka to attract young Indian travelers in a big way
In an attempt to penetrate the US $ 10 billion travel market of India, Dentsu Grant Group together with the Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO) and The Hotels Association of Sri Lanka (THASL) launched an integrated campaign – ‘And you thought you knew Sri Lanka’.
Alleged illegal arrest of a Lawyer: SC grants leave to proceed with FR petition
The Supreme Court has granted leave to proceed with a Fundamental Rights petition filed by a lawyer who sought a declaration that his arrest by CID was illegal and in violation of his fundamental rights.
Announcing new date for LG polls delayed to next week
The new date for the Local Government elections would be announced before March 9, the Elections Commission announced today.
Rajitha to become a minister?
Samagi Jana Balawegaya (SJB) MP Rajitha Senaratne said he will be able to play a great role in resolving the current crisis in the nation if he is given a ministry such as the Health Ministry.
Egypt announces new Great Pyramid discovery
A team of international archaeologists used high-tech instruments to find a sealed-off chamber above the entrance to the Pyramid of Khufu. They expect to find more such chambers in the future.
More turtles seek Island’s west coast to lay eggs: Wild Life DG
More and more sea turtles are laying eggs in the western coastal area, particularly along the Galle Face Green Coast, Wildlife Conservation Department Director-General M.G.C. Sooriyabandara said.
Mahanayake Theras urged to issue ’’Sanga Order’’ against Govt.
The National Bikkhu Front (NBF) today requested the Mahanayake Theras to issue a "Sanga Order" to force the government to hold the Local Government election, which was postponed indefinitely, at a closer date convenient to the Elections Commission.
Chinese Firm Acquires Lucrative Lithium Mine for U.S.$1,75 Billion
CHINA Natural Resources has acquired a lithium mine, Williams Minerals at a cost of US$1, 75 billion from Feishang Group and Top Pacific (China).
IMF defends tax hike in Sri Lanka
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has defended the tax reforms which has drawn strong public opposition in Sri Lanka.
USAID, and FAO to boost Sri Lanka rice-based ecosystem productivity
FAO, USAID, and the Ministry of Agriculture’s Department of Agriculture are developing a plan of action to increase the paddy productivity of the Dry and Intermediate Zones.
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China expresses willingness to support indebted nations constructively
Chinese Premier Li Keqiang told the head of the International Monetary Fund that China is open to participating in multilateral efforts to help heavily indebted nations in a constructive manner,” China Central Television reported.
Sri Lanka and India resume passenger ferry services
Sri Lanka and India have joined hands to recommence passenger ferry services between Knakesantuhrai and Pondicherry in South India this month, official sources said.
Greece's transport minister resigns over train crash
This photo taken on March 1, 2023 shows the site of a collision of two trains at Tempi municipality, Greece.
Rupee appreciates further as CB tweaks guidance peg
The Sri Lankan rupee further appreciated yesterday, hitting the lowest value against the US dollar since May, last year, amid the Central Bank tweaking the guidance peg.