Plastic pollution causes global health crisis
The oldest international medical journal, The Lancet, shared a new report that says plastic pollution causes sickness and death from infancy to old people. It also causes health-related costs of more than US$1.5 trillion every year. The report, made by top health experts and doctors, was published just before talks in Geneva. It asks nearly 180 countries to think about …
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Sri Lanka Tests US WTI Crude as Trade Talks Progress After Tariff Cut
Sri Lanka is testing samples of US-origin West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil as part of plans to include it in future petroleum tenders, alongside Murban crude,
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Singer Sri Lanka Becomes Authorised Starlink Retailer
Singer Sri Lanka has been appointed the authorised retailer for SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service, offering high-speed, unlimited internet across the island, including remote and underserved areas.
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Fifty More Government Institutions To Join GOV PAY System By September
According to Waruna Sri Dhanapala, Secretary for the Ministry of Digital Economy, Steps are underway to connect 50 more government institutions to the GOV PAY system.
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Sri Lanka Launches Online Ticketing for National Parks
The Department of Wildlife Conservation (DWC) has introduced an online ticketing system for Sri Lanka’s national parks, enabling visitors to purchase permits via its official website.
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Record Rs. 221B Private Credit Surge in June Raises Stability Concerns
Sri Lanka’s private credit expanded by a record Rs. 221 billion in June 2025,
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Chichi’s Rocket Controversy: Truth, Mistakes, or Miscommunication?
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Yevan David becomes first Sri Lankan to race in FIA Formula 3
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August 9, 2025
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Eighteen-year-old Yevan David has made history by becoming the first Sri Lankan driver to compete in the FIA Formula 3 Championship.
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IRD reminds taxpayers of key filing deadlines
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August 9, 2025
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The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) has reminded taxpayers to submit their Statement of Estimated Tax Payable (SET) for the Year of Assessment 2025/2026 electronically on or before August 15, 2025.
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Beneficial Ownership Law enacted with TISL’s amendments
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August 9, 2025
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TISL says its recommendations to Companies (Amendment) Act, No. 12 of 2025 enhance transparency and public accountability
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