70,000 police men deployed to strengthen election security countrywide
Police Spokesman DIG Nihal Thalduwa announced that approximately 64,000 police officers will be deployed from today (12) to ensure security during the general election across all constituencies.
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Government focuses on the financial difficulties faced by SMEs.
A special meeting was held Yesterday (11) at the Presidential Secretariat to address relief measures for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) facing financial challenges.
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Court orders to expedite tax probes on Piumi Hansamali and Aura Lanka chairman
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November 12, 2024
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Colombo Additional Magistrate Bandara Ilangasinghe has ordered the Inland Revenue Department yesterday (11) to expedite its investigations into actress Piumi Hansamali and Aura Lanka Chairman Viranjith Thambugala.
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Sri Lanka requests U.S. to remove security alert on Arugam Bay
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November 12, 2024
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The Foreign Affairs Ministry has requested the U.S. Embassy to remove the security alert issued earlier asking its nationals to avoid the Arugam Bay area until further notice, a spokesperson said yesterday.
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Indian Navy’s submarine INS Vela, arrived Colombo on a three-day visit
Indian Navy’s submarine INS Vela, arrived Colombo yesterday on a three-day visit. The submarine was accorded a ceremonial welcome by the Officer of the guard and band of Sri Lanka Navy.
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‘Tax Conundrum, Democracy, and Rule of Law’ take centre stage at CA Sri Lanka’s 26th Annual Tax Oration
The 26th Annual Tax Oration, organised by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Sri Lanka (CA Sri Lanka),
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Sri Lanka footwear industry threatened by illegal imports
The Sri Lankan footwear industry is facing severe challenges due to a surge in low-cost, illegally imported shoes that avoid taxes, according to industry sources.This influx threatens local manufacturers, despite their capability to meet the entire domestic demand.
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Milco’s financial turnaround: A boost to Sri Lanka’s dairy sector
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November 11, 2024
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The Sri Lankan government has made significant strides in revitalising the local dairy sector, with a particular focus on Milco Pvt Ltd (MILCO), the country’s leading dairy producer.
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Govt. to restructure SOEs instead of privatisation
The new government plans to establish the right economic system giving priority to increase accountability and efficiency of public sector institutions especially State owned Enterprises (SOEs),
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Chinese companies dominate key housing projects in Sri Lanka
Chinese companies have become key players in Sri Lanka’s housing sector, taking on numerous large-scale construction projects across the island, particularly in urban areas and regions affected by conflict or natural disasters.
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