General Sri Lanka's Apparel Billions Hide Fragile Foundations Beneath the Surface
Sri Lanka's apparel sector continues to command impressive export figures measured in billions of US dollars, yet industry analysts warn that these headline…
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General UAE Investors Set Sights on Sri Lanka's Ports, Logistics, Food Security and Tech Sectors
A wave of investor interest from the United Arab Emirates is gathering momentum around Sri Lanka, with Emirati business leaders identifying the island nation's…
General Wells Run Dry and Livelihoods Crumble as El Niño Drought Tightens Its Grip on Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is facing a worsening drought crisis driven by the El Niño weather phenomenon, leaving rural communities struggling as wells run dry and farmers…
General Silenced by the State: Tibet Flood Victims Denied a Voice Amid Devastating Mudslides
As communities in Nepal and across the border in Tibet continue to grapple with the devastating aftermath of catastrophic mudslides, serious concerns have…
General Rich Dad Poor Dad' Author Robert Kiyosaki Reportedly Carrying $1.7 Billion in Personal Debt
The man who taught millions about wealth is himself swimming in debt Robert Kiyosaki, the celebrated author behind the globally popular personal finance book…
General Colombo's Unlabelled Runway 2026 Unites Fashion, Inclusion and Social Purpose on One Stage
A Fashion Event With a Deeper Message The Unlabelled Runway 2026, a groundbreaking fashion showcase designed to champion inclusion, individuality, resilience…
General Sri Lanka Marks 160th Police Day: Honouring Over a Century and a Half of Service
Sri Lanka today commemorates its 160th Police Day, marking a significant milestone in the history of one of the country's oldest and most enduring public…
General Givantha Arthasad, Sri Lankan Actor and Animation Pioneer, Dies at 73
Sri Lanka's creative arts community is mourning the loss of Givantha Arthasad, widely regarded as the pioneer of animation in the country, who passed away at…
General Sri Lanka Unveils Landmark National Food Safety Policy Backed by FAO and European Union
Sri Lanka has taken a significant step forward in strengthening its food safety framework with the official launch of a National Food Safety Policy, developed…
General President's Secretary Urges Immediate Action to Ease PAYE Tax Load on Sri Lankan Workers
The Secretary to the President has called for urgent measures to relieve the mounting burden placed on employees subjected to the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) tax…
General Gurusinghe Denied Supreme Court Despite Vacancies, BASL Confirms
A Distinguished Career Ends Amid Controversy Over Judicial Appointments Justice Rathanapriya Gurusinghe retired from the Court of Appeal on 1 September,…
General Minister Nalinda Hits Back at Namal Rajapaksa's Arrest Claims
Minister Nalinda Jayatissa has firmly rejected suggestions by opposition MP Namal Rajapaksa that political motivations are driving alleged attempts to have him…
General Son of Controversial Businessman Muzammil Apprehended at Bandaranaike International Airport
The son of prominent and controversial Sri Lankan businessman Muzammil has been arrested at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) in Katunayake,…
General India's BLTM 2026 Kicks Off in Delhi With Over 500 Exhibitors Representing Five Nations
The Business and Luxury Travel Mart (BLTM) 2026 has officially opened its doors in New Delhi, drawing together more than 500 exhibitors from five countries in…
General Thundershowers Expected Across Northern, Eastern and Uva Provinces Starting Today
Residents across several Sri Lankan provinces should prepare for afternoon thundershowers over the coming days, according to a weather forecast issued by the…
General Dematagoda Police Open Fire on Fleeing Three-Wheeler, Five Suspects Nabbed With Swords
Police opened fire on a three-wheeler near Veluvana Road in Dematagoda today after the vehicle's occupants refused to comply with officers' orders to stop,…
General PM Amarasuriya Holds Talks With Bhutanese Counterpart to Deepen Bilateral Relations
Prime Minister Dr. Harini Amarasuriya, currently in Bhutan on an official visit, held bilateral discussions with her Bhutanese counterpart as part of efforts…
General Sri Lanka Sets Sights on US$2.5 Billion Coconut Export Target by 2030
Sri Lanka has set an ambitious goal to generate US$2.5 billion in revenue from coconut exports by the year 2030, signalling a major strategic push to…
General Commonwealth Lawyers Association President Flags Concerns Over Sri Lanka's 22nd Amendment Hearing Process
The President of the Commonwealth Lawyers Association (CLA), Steven Thiru, has raised serious concerns regarding the manner in which proceedings surrounding…
General Sri Lanka's Debt Repayment Capacity Beyond Doubt, Says Minister
Government Confident in Nation's Financial Standing A senior Sri Lankan government minister has moved to reassure both local and international stakeholders,…
General India Scoops Historic First as ICC Strips Sri Lanka of Major Cricket Hosting Rights
India has emerged as the ultimate beneficiary following a significant decision by the International Cricket Council (ICC), which has transferred hosting rights…
General Trump Suggests Renaming Strait of Hormuz After Himself Amid Iran Nuclear Tensions
United States President Donald Trump has floated the idea of renaming the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz as the "Trump Strait," a proposal that has drawn…
General Janashakthi Life Posts 36% Revenue Surge in First Half of 2026, Outpacing Industry Growth
Janashakthi Life, the flagship insurance arm of the Janashakthi Group (JXG), has recorded an impressive financial performance in the first half of 2026,…
General Clash of Civilisations or Dialogue? Why Global Leaders Keep Choosing Power Over Peace
More than two decades after the devastating September 11 attacks reshaped the world order, a sobering reality has emerged: the grand vision of civilisational…