President of Indonesia to visit Sri Lanka this week
At the invitation of President Maithripala Sirisena, President of Indonesia, Joko Widodo will undertake a State visit to Sri Lanka from 24-25 January 2018. The …
Other
The role of the yahapalana opposition: Report
There is a yahapalana government as well as a yahapalana opposition in this country. After the August 2015 parliamentary election, the UNP Speaker refused to …
SLT launched country’s first, purpose built tier 3, National Data Centre
SLT announces grand opening of the state-of-the-art Tier 3 “National Data Center” in Sri Lanka Sri Lanka’s First “Purpose built Tier 3 Data …
EU reminds SL, unmet expectations of justice in ’emblematic cases’
Joint Press Release following the 21st meeting of the European Union-Sri Lanka Joint Commission The 21st meeting of the European Union-Sri Lanka Joint …
Opinion: Cabinet decision to ban women from buying liquor is unconstitutional
By Verité Research Women are permitted to purchase liquor. On 10 January 2018, the Minister of Finance and Mass Media issued Excise Notification No. 02/2018 …
Finance Ministry re-imposes ban on women buying liquor
Jan 18, 2018 (LBO) – Finance Minister Mangala Samaraweera on the request of the cabinet has withdrawn the two gazette notifications issued under the Excise …
Japan grants an audio-visual studio to Sri Palee Campus
The Government of Japan has decided to grant a total sum of 12 million Rupees under its Grant Assistance for Cultural Grassroots Project for upgrading audio- …
2018 FIFA World Cup Trophy Tour to Sri Lanka for first time next week
Jan 17, 2018 (LBO) – FIFA World Cup Original Trophy will arrive to Sri Lanka on 23rd January for the first time in country's history. On 22 January, the …
Sri Lanka mine clearing reaches its final 25 square kilometers
* Landmines have been cleared in approximately 135.4 square kilometers in the North and the East from 2002 to 2017. Mine clearing in the remaining 25.5 …
Emirates special fares 2018
(PRESS RELEASE) - Emirates is making it even more attractive for travellers from Sri Lanka to enjoy new destinations and experiences in 2018. For a limited …
Sri Lanka eyes hosting an Investment Round Table with World Economic Forum
Minister of Development Strategies and International Trade Malik Samarawickrama during a two day visit to Geneva recently met with Mr. Børge Brende, President …
Economic Outlook 2018 Seminar: Takeaways to Expect
The 2018 Sri Lanka Economic outlook, the first of its kind for this year to feature policymakers, global experts and sector perspectives, is to be held on the …
CMPort pays 2nd tranche of USD97.3mn in Hambantota Port investment
China Merchant Port Holdings (CMPort) made the payment of US$ 97.365million to the Sri Lanka Ports Authority (SLPA) as the second tranche of its investment in …
CPA comments on Supreme Court decision of Presidents office term
(PRESS RELEASE) - The Centre for Policy Alternatives (CPA) made representations today on behalf of itself and its Executive Director, Dr. Paikiasothy …
Earl & Countess of Wessex to represent Queen at Sri Lanka independence day
His Royal Highness The Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex, and Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex, will visit Sri Lanka from 31 January to 4 February 2018. …
RCL commences Colombo-Tuticorin new feeder service at JCT
Regional Container Line (RCL) commenced a new twice weekly feeder service connecting Colombo with Tuticorin, the second largest port in Tamil Nadu state, …
Sri Lanka lifts ban on sale of liquor to women
Jan 11, 2018 (LBO) - Sri Lanka’s Finace Ministry announced that the government will lift the ban on sale of liquor to women in retails outlets and …
Virtusa’s Smart ATM Recognized at The International Business Awards
(PRESS RELEASE) - Virtusa Corporation (NASDAQ GS: VRTU), a global business consulting and IT outsourcing company that accelerates business outcomes for its …
Hayleys Energy Services completes oil rig offloading project in Trincomalee
Hayleys Energy Services, the pioneer in Oil and Gas support services in Sri Lanka, announced that it had successfully completed the offloading of the …
LVL Energy Fund rings opening bell at Colombo Stock Exchange
LVL Energy Fund Limited (LVEF) rang the opening bell to commence trading and celebrate the listing of its shares at the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) today. The …