There is a good demand for Sri Lankan seafarers internationally
Sri Lankan seafarers are in high demand internationally and there should be a proper mechanism for catering to that ever increasing demand, Seraya Shipping Private Limited and Serayav Maritime Service Limited Founder and Managing Director Sujeewa Senaratne said.
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Grade 11 Term Tests in NCP schools resume after alleged paper leak
The Grade 11 Term Tests in all government schools within the North-Central Province (NCP), which were suspended in January, will resume today (Feb. 03).
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Govt. allocates Rs. 90 billion for public sector salary increments?
Minister of Public Security and Parliamentary Affairs Ananda Wijepala states that an amount of Rs. 90 billion has been allocated from the 2025 Budget to increase the salaries of the public sector employees.
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Govt. to regulate Ayurvedic medicines and cosmetics
Minister of Health Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa has directed officials to implement regulations on all products and ingredients used within the Ayurvedic medicine and Ayurvedic cosmetics sector, ensuring strict oversight.
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Government targets six key sectors to attract FDIs
The government is focusing on six key sectors—hospitality, logistics, renewable energy, technology, agriculture, and apparel & textiles—to attract foreign direct investments (FDIs) by building a creative and conducive environment for investments, rather than relying solely on incentives.
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Construction sector continues expansion
Construction sector continued to expand their activities through December 2024, extending their months-long expansion as reflected by the sector Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) for the month.
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