New anti-dumping measures cleared to shield Sri Lankan producers
Sri Lanka’s parliamentary committees on trade and public finance have jointly approved new regulations aimed at protecting
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Ella Weekend Express: new Luxury Train Launches August 16
The Department of Railways has announced the launch of a new luxury train service named the “Ella Weekend Express”, operating between Colombo Fort and Badulla, starting August 16.
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Central Bank aims to boost daily digital payments by 30%
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) plans to increase the daily digital payment volume by about 30%, a senior official said during a public event promoting digital transactions.
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SL to launch Digital ID by April 2026; with public privacy and data security
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August 1, 2025
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In a major push towards digital transformation, the Government of Sri Lanka announced that it will launch its national Digital ID system by April 2026,
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India Funds Rail Signal Upgrade on Maho–Anuradhapura Line
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August 1, 2025
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The Indian government has released the first tranche of approximately USD 2.5 million to support the
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Sri Lanka fuel prices remain unchanged
The Ceylon Petroleum Corporation (CPC) announced that there will be no revision in fuel prices for the month of August, as per the prevailing fuel pricing formula.
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US President Trump’s 20%Tariff Revision Offers Little Relief for Sri Lanka
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Trump announces deal to impose 15% tariff on South Korea
President Donald Trump says the US will charge a 15% tariff on imports from South Korea, in what he called a “full and complete trade deal”.
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Canada follows France and UK with plan to recognise Palestinian state
Prime Minister Mark Carney has said Canada plans to recognise a Palestinian state in September, becoming the third G7 nation to make such an announcement in recent days.
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34 arrested in connection with bribery incidents in first half of year
A total of 34 individuals have been arrested in connection with incidents of soliciting bribes in the first six months of this year (2025).
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