Special briefing on U.S. Tariff Policy impact

A special meeting titled “Impact of U.S. Tariff Policy on Sri Lanka” takes place this morning (July 10) at 11 a.m. at the Presidential Secretariat, bringing together top officials to discuss the potential implications of recent changes in U.S. tariff policy on the Sri Lankan economy. Key officials expected to participate in the discussion include Dr. Harshana Sooriyapperuma, Secretary of …

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Wanniappa appointed acting DG of Civil Aviation

Mr. Rayhan Wanniappa officially assumed duties as the Acting Director General of Civil Aviation and Chief Executive Officer of the Civil Aviation Authority of Sri Lanka (CAASL) on July 3, 2025, following the retirement of AVM Sagara Kotakadeniya (Retd.), who served as DGCA since 2023. A brief ceremony to mark the occasion was held at the CAASL headquarters, attended by …

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Kalutara to become key urban hub

The Government’s latest urban development initiative aims to position Kalutara as a major urban hub, strategically connecting the Western and Southern Provinces, with potential for significant industrial and economic growth. A discussion on the implementation of the Kalutara Urban Development Plan was held yesterday July 9, at the Presidential Secretariat, under the patronage of Secretary to the President Dr. Nandika …

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Showers and thundershowers expected across parts of Sri Lanka

The Department of Meteorology has forecast several spells of showers in the Western and Sabaragamuwa provinces and in the districts of Kandy, Nuwara Eliya, Galle, and Matara. A few showers are also likely in parts of the North-Western Province, while showers or thundershowers may occur at a few places in the Uva and Eastern provinces and in the Mullaittivu district …

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Nine Killed as Bridge Collapses in Gujarat,India

At least nine people were killed and several others injured after a section of the Gambhira Bridge on the Mahisagar River collapsed early this morning, July 9, in Padra, Gujarat, India. The bridge connects the key cities of Vadodara and Anand. Multiple vehicles, including a truck and several cars, plunged into the river as the bridge gave way. Rescue teams …

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