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Why 2026 Gawio Day matters for Dira 2050

DAR ES SALAAM, July 1 -- THE government has said dividends and contributions from public institutions reflect the success of ongoing economic reforms as Tanzania prepares to implement the National Dev... Read More


World Bank approves US$ 150mn to support Lanka's reform agenda

Sri Lanka, July 1 -- The World Bank's Board of Executive Directors approved US$150 million in financing to support Sri Lanka's reform agenda aimed at boosting investment, strengthening competitiveness... Read More


First Capital urges shift to safer short-term bonds

Sri Lanka, July 1 -- Investors are being told to put their long-term ambitions and retreat to the safer, short end of the market as Sri Lanka's economic recovery shows signs of severe strain. A repor... Read More


Sri Lankan rupee makes marginal gains against the USD

Sri Lanka, July 1 -- The selling rate of the United States dollar slightly reduced to Rs. 341.09 today (1), according to official data released by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. The indicated buying ... Read More


Wimal slams government over 'two arrests a day'

Sri Lanka, July 1 -- Former Minister Wimal Weerawansa claims the current government prioritises arresting two people per day instead of implementing development programmes. He made this remark while r... Read More


Five arrested over Malabe dansala clash

Sri Lanka, July 1 -- Five suspects involved in an assault incident that circulated on social media were arrested by the Malabe Police. The Police Media Division stated the suspects are aged between 1... Read More


FinMin flags risks of deficient monsoon

New Delhi, July 1 -- Adult healthcare risk, if left unaddressed, could affect long-term health and productivity outcomes, the finance ministry's monthly economic survey said on Tuesday while expressin... Read More


Economy, AI, defence ties in focus at India-Japan Summit

New Delhi, July 1 -- Economic security, including the creation of resilient supply chains for semiconductors, energy security, enhanced cooperation on artificial intelligence and a greater focus on de... Read More


workforce must be ready to meet global needs: EAM

New Delhi, July 1 -- India must prepare its workforce to meet global needs in emerging sectors influenced by artificial intelligence (AI) and automation and orthodox fields such as healthcare, and aut... Read More


Freedom of navigation in Strait of Hormuz key: PM to Iran Prez

New Delhi, July 1 -- India emphasised the need for continued efforts to ensure peace and stability in West Asia and for safeguarding freedom of navigation and commerce during a phone call between Prim... Read More