Litro Gas prices to remain unchanged in July
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July 1, 2025
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The Chairman of the Litro Gas Company, Channa Gunawardena says that the prices of its domestic LP Gas cylinders will remain unchanged for the month of July 2025.
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CAA to launch special raids to net errant rice traders
The Consumer Affairs Authority (CAA) says that since a maximum retail price has been imposed on rice, raids will be conducted to penalize traders who sell rice at higher prices.
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Seat belts mandatory for passengers of all vehicles on expressways from September
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July 1, 2025
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The Ministry of Transport says wearing seat belts will be made mandatory to all passengers of light vehicles travelling on expressways from August 1, 2025.
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UN Human Rights Push and Economic Crossroads in Sri Lanka
Weekly Political Review Wide Angle focuses: UN Human Rights Push and Economic Crossroads in Sri Lanka UN High Commissioner Renews Human Rights Demands While IMF, US Tariff Talks Highlight Fragile Recovery By Rohana Jith
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Special interest scheme for FDs of senior citizens from today
The Special Interest Scheme for Senior Citizens, which grants 3% higher interest for 12-month fixed deposits will be in effect from today (01), the Ministry of Finance has announced.
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Maldives dismisses reports of duty-free zone talks with SL
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June 30, 2025
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Maldives Economic Development and Trade Minister Mohamed Saeed has dismissed media reports that his country is in discussions with Sri Lanka to develop a commercial duty free zone.
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Sri Lanka Treasury to buy dollars to settle debt and avoid second default
Now that Sri Lanka’s central bank has made a pro-cyclical rate cut as private credit is recovering reminiscent of its actions in 2015, 2018 and second half of 2019,
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Apparel Sector Eyes Growth beyond U.S. amid Tariff Concerns
Sri Lanka’s apparel industry is shifting focus to emerging and EU markets as exports to the U.S. dipped 7.59% in May 2025 due to uncertainty over potential Trump-era tariffs.
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SC holds some clauses of Electricity Amendment Bill inconsistent with Constitution
The Supreme Court (SC) held that some clauses of the Electricity Amendment Bill are inconsistent with the
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Sri Lanka achieved 70% renewable energy generation in June 2025 – CEB
Sri Lanka has reached 70% renewable energy generation during June 2025, the Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) said.
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