SL Press Association and SACCJF launch SL chapter to strengthen South Asian climate journalism
The South Asia Climate Change Journalists’ Forum (SACCJF) officially opened its Sri Lanka Chapter on Saturday, July 26th, at the scenic Bolagala Agro Floating Resort in Katana, Negombo. This new chapter is part of a growing regional network aimed at raising awareness of climate change issues. SACCJF has already launched chapters in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal. The Pakistan Chapter is …
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Boeing flight catches fire on runway at U.S. airport
A Boeing 737 Max 8 operated by American Airlines caught fire on the runway at Denver International Airport on Saturday, prompting a swift emergency evacuation of more than 170 passengers. The aircraft, operating Flight 3023 to Miami, experienced a mechanical issue involving a tire while accelerating for takeoff. This led to smoke and a small fire near the plane’s landing …
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Sri Lanka and France finalise bilateral debt restructuring agreement
Sri Lanka has officially concluded its bilateral debt restructuring process with France,
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Sri Lanka apparel sector to lose US$110–290 m from US tariffs
First Capital Research (FCR) is forecasting a loss of $ 110 million to $ 290 million in the short-to-medium term for the export apparel sector on account of the high US tariff.
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Sri Lanka President Welcomed To Maldives By President Muizzu
Sri Lanka President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has arrived in the Maldives on a state visit which runs till July 30, at the invitation of Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu.
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30% U.S. Tariff: Sri Lanka’s Tea and Rubber exports under threat
The Planters’ Association of Ceylon (PA) has voiced serious concerns following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 30% tariff on all goods imported from Sri Lanka, effective August 1, 2025. The U.S. is one of Sri Lanka’s key markets for both tea and rubber. In 2024, the U.S. bought 6.4 million kg of Ceylon Tea worth USD 45 million. …
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President Dissanayake leaves for official visit to Maldives
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has left the island short while ago, to embark on a three-day official visit to Maldives from July 28 to 30, 2025.
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Economic Development Minister’s Inflation Logic Baffles: 5% Target Sparks Debate
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Brigadier F. Joseph assumes duties as Defence Ministry spokesman
Brigadier Franklin Joseph USP has officially assumed duties as the new Director Media and Spokesman of the Ministry of Defence.
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Sri Lanka President urged to intervene in Thailand–Cambodia dispute
A request has been made to President Anura Kumara Dissanayake to intervene as a mediator in order to peacefully resolve the ongoing tensions between Thailand and Cambodia.
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