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Another foreign company pulls out as investor confidence takes a hit

Sri Lanka, Jan. 14 -- In what appeared to be a fresh blow to the country's investor confidence, China-based Amber Adventures (Private) Limited - the country's first cable car venture - has officially ... Read More


Cabinet approves digital fuel card system for government vehicles

Sri Lanka, Jan. 13 -- The Cabinet has approved the introduction of a digital card system for fueling vehicles belonging to government institutions, aiming to enhance transparency and efficiency in fue... Read More


Thick mist in Central hills

Sri Lanka, Jan. 12 -- Heavy mist prevailing in the Western slopes of the Central hills has disrupted civilian life in several areas and obstructed transportation. Police said mist has been experienced... Read More


British tourist rescued from strong currents at Mirissa Beach

Sri Lanka, Jan. 12 -- A 65-year-old British national was rescued after nearly drowning at Mirissa Beach yesterday (11), police said. The incident occurred around noon within the Kotawila Police Divis... Read More


External groups behind hoax bomb threats? CID launches probes with internationals intelligence agencies

Sri Lanka, Dec. 31 -- The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and its Computer Crime Investigation Division (CCID) launched an investigation into a series of hoax bomb threats targeting critical i... Read More


Practicality of disaster relief package questionable: UNP

Sri Lanka, Dec. 9 -- Highlighting that the latest estimates have suggested that the total losses cost by the recent cyclonic storms could be as high as USD 6 billion, the United National Party (UNP) s... Read More


Kumar Sangakkara replaces Rahul Dravid as Rajasthan Royals head coach for IPL 2026

Sri Lanka, Nov. 17 -- Former Sri Lanka captain and wicketkeeper-batter Kumar Sangakkara will now hold a dual responsibility at the Rajasthan Royals after being appointed as the franchise's head coach ... Read More


Heavy Industries Ministry Frees 4.4 Million Sq Ft Under SCDPM 5.0

Mumbai, Nov. 3 -- Inspired by the Prime Minister's vision to institutionalise Swachhata and clear long-pending matters, the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI), along with its Central Public Sector Ent... Read More


Mines Ministry Achieves Full Targets in Special Campaign 5.0

Mumbai, Nov. 3 -- The Ministry of Mines, along with its attached and subordinate offices, Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), and autonomous bodies, has successfully concluded Special Campaign ... Read More


Week begins with foreign buying

Sri Lanka, Oct. 28 -- The ASPI edged down as a result of price losses in counters such as C T Holdings, Central Finance Company and Richard Pieris & Company with the turnover crossing Rs. 5.7 Bn. Mean... Read More