Sri Lanka to seek court order for pharmaceutical price controls
Sri Lanka’s National Medicine Regulatory Authority will seek court approval for a price formula for a large number of drugs, Health Minister Nalinda Jayatissa said.
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Govt plans to revive chronic loss-making SOE with billions in losses
Sri Lanka’s cabinet has decided to revive a state-owned enterprise known for decades of losses,
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Sri Lanka credit growth reflects economic recovery: CB Governor
Sri Lanka’s steady credit growth has been reflecting the country’s economic recovery, Central Bank Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe said.
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India surpasses Sri Lanka to become world’s second largest tea exporter – report
According to data released by the Tea Board of India, India has exported 254 million kg of tea in 2024, thus becoming the second-highest exporter in the world.
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Sri Lanka Police issue directives for owners providing tuk-tuks to foreign tourists
Sri Lanka Police reported that an increase in the number of foreigner tourists visiting the country and driving three-wheelers has been observed.
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Standard Chartered group to exit wealth & retail banking business in SL
Standard Chartered Group, as a part of its strategy, said it is exploring the sale of its Wealth & Retail Banking (WRB) business in Sri Lanka, subject to regulatory approvals.
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Special statement from Ranil on Adani power projects
Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has underscored the significance of projects like the
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“Gender inequality is not a women’s issue, but a societal issue” – PM Harini
Prime Minister Harini Amarasuriya emphasized that gender inequality is not just a women’s issue, but a societal challenge requiring policy changes, education, and attitudinal transformation.
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SriLankan Airlines’ ownership should remain local, despite growing foreign interest: CEO
The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SriLankan Airlines Richard Nuttall states that as Sri Lanka’s economy recovers and tourism returns,
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Central Bank keeps policy rate unchanged amid economic recovery
The Monetary Policy Board of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has decided to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 8.00%,
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