As Sri Lanka and India marked their 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations in 2023, New Delhi has again emerged as a steadfast ally of Colombo, playing a pivotal role in the debt-trapped island nati …
How India helped Sri Lanka overcome economic turmoil: A review of 2023
Sri Lanka and India but also showcased the resilience and depth of their relationship amid economic challenges and regional complexities. The year’s achievements set the stage for continued …
Thousands arrested in Sri Lanka anti-drug raid
Police in Sri Lanka say they have arrested almost 15,000 people during a week-long drive against drug traffickers across the country. They say the operation led to the seizure of almost 440kg of …
Sri Lanka: Thousands arrested in week-long anti-drug operation
Police in Sri Lanka say they have arrested almost 15,000 people during a week-long drive against drug traffickers across the country. They say the operation led to the seizure of almost 440kg of …
The value added tax increase in Sri Lanka: A brutal attack on the working class
Finance Minister Ranjith Siyambalapitiya stated that the tax … have exacerbated the global economic crisis, significantly impacting Sri Lanka’s economy. The burden of these circumstances, along with …
The value added tax increase in Sri Lanka: A brutal attack on the working class
Finance Minister Ranjith Siyambalapitiya stated that the tax … have exacerbated the global economic crisis, significantly impacting Sri Lanka’s economy. The burden of these circumstances, along with …
Sri Lanka receives USD 787 Mn from donor agencies
With the IMF approving the second tranche for assistance for Sri Lanka, the country has received several other inflows from donor …
Sri Lanka receives USD 787 Mn from donor agencies
With the IMF approving the second tranche for assistance for Sri Lanka, the country has received several other inflows from donor …
Sri Lanka’s inflation rises to 2.8 pct in November
COLOMBO, Dec. 21 (Xinhua) — Sri Lanka’s inflation based on the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI) increased to 2.8 percent in November from 1 percent reported in October, the Department of Census …
Sri Lanka’s inflation rises to 2.8 pct in November
COLOMBO, Dec. 21 (Xinhua) — Sri Lanka’s inflation based on the National Consumer Price Index (NCPI) increased to 2.8 percent in November from 1 percent reported in October, the Department of Census …