Business “Turning New Year transactions into QR payments will be a turning point” - President
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake highlighted the need for officials to encourage society to adopt efficient practices. He spoke at the launch of the…
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Business Special consumer protection program launched ahead of festive season
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) has introduced a special program aimed at protecting consumers as the festive season approaches, announced Chairman…
Business UAE joins Bahrain in urging UNSC action on St of Hormuz
On Monday, the UAE showed its support for Bahrain by calling on the Security Council to act regarding the Strait of Hormuz. Abdullatif bin Rashid Al-Zayani,…
Business National QR payment promotion programme to be launched tomorrow
Starting tomorrow, Sri Lanka will launch a new program called the “National QR Payment Promotion Programme.” According to the President’s Media Division (PMD),…
Business LAUGFS Gas also increases prices
LAUGFS Gas PLC has announced a change in the prices of domestic LPG cylinder refills, starting from midnight today (05). The company explained that this price…
Business GMOA says ExCo to decide on continuing strike tomorrow
The Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) announced that its Executive Council will decide tomorrow whether to continue the ongoing strike. The GMOA…
Business Trump says Iran military leaders killed in Tehran strike
US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday (local time) that "many" military leaders from Iran were killed in a significant attack on the capital. He…
Business Iran has 48 hours to make a deal before hell will reign down , Trump says
US President Donald Trump stated that Iran has 48 hours to reach an agreement or face consequences regarding the Strait of Hormuz. He shared this message on…
Business Even after Iran war ends, restoring global economy will take two years or more – Analyst
Political analyst Dr. Tudor Weerasinghe has cautioned that ongoing military conflicts in the Middle East could have serious effects on Sri Lanka and other…
Business Health Minister challenges GMOA over baseless strike
Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa has criticized the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) for their strike against the appointment process for…
Business Netanyahu claims 70% of Iran s steel production capacity destroyed
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Friday, April 3, 2026, that Israeli airstrikes have effectively destroyed around 70% of Iran's steel…
Business World food price rise set to continue if Iran war lasts, FAO says
World food prices surged in March, reaching their highest point since September 2022. This increase could continue if the ongoing conflict in the Middle East,…
Business UK-led 40-nation coalition demands end to Hormuz blockade
The United Kingdom has gathered foreign ministers from 40 countries to discuss ways to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, an important shipping route currently…
Business President-IMF delegation discuss fifth and sixth review under EFF programme
A delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) met with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake at the Presidential Secretariat on October 2nd.…
Business Global oil prices rise after Trump address
Global oil prices have increased following Trump's speech. His remarks did not calm the global oil markets about the ongoing disruption in the important Strait…
Business Gold prices fall as Trump gives no clarity on ending Iran war
Gold prices fell more than 1% on Thursday, ending a four-day increase, as U.S. President Donald Trump announced that the United States would continue its…
Business Russia warns citizens not to travel to states that have extradition treaties with US
Russia issued a warning to its citizens on Wednesday, advising them against traveling to countries that have extradition agreements with the United States. The…
Business PM Harini calls for inclusive society ensuring rights and well-being of senior citizens
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya emphasized the need for a society in Sri Lanka where all senior citizens can live safely, freely, happily, and healthily,…
Business Tanker hit by projectile off coast of Qatar, UK maritime agency says
A tanker was struck by an "unknown projectile" near the coast of Doha, Qatar, as reported by the UK Maritime Trade Operations. The agency noted that the vessel…
Business Sri Lanka Rupee depreciates by 1.6% against US dollar in 2026
The Sri Lankan rupee fell by 1.6% against the US dollar in 2026, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). As of the end of trading yesterday (31),…
Business Pope Leo urges Donald Trump to end war on Iran
Pope Leo called on U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday to seek a way to stop the war in Iran, marking a rare direct request from the pope as the conflict…
Business Trump says the US could end the Iran war in two to three weeks
US President Donald Trump stated that the United States could stop its military actions against Iran within two to three weeks. He mentioned that Iran does not…
Business 29 killed in Russian military plane crash over Crimea
A Russian An-26 military transport plane went down into a cliff in Crimea, resulting in the deaths of 29 individuals on board, likely due to a technical issue,…
Business Suspect arrested in Kahawatta gem businessman murder case
Police have arrested a man in connection with the murder of a gem businessman in Kahawatta. The suspect was found hiding in a forest area in Kahawatta when the…