Sri Lanka is committed appropriate contingency measures for vehicle import tax, which is the main source to boost its revenue collection this year, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) said in its latest report.
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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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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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Suspended Commissioner General of Prisons Thushara Upuldeniya, who was arrested by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and subsequently remanded, has been granted bail, Ada Derana reporter said.
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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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Ushettige Don Nishantha Jayaweera was sworn in as a National People’s Power (NPP) National List Member of Parliament before the Speaker of the House, (Dr.) Jagath Wickramaratne, a short while ago.
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US President Donald Trump has said he would release letters regarding tariffs and trade deals with seven more countries on Wednesday morning (US time).
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Ventive Hospitality and Marriott International have announced plans to open seven new hotels across India and Sri Lanka, including a high-end Ritz-Carlton Reserve in Pottuvil on Sri Lanka’s east coast. The Pottuvil project stands out as Sri Lanka’s only Ritz-Carlton Reserve, featuring 73 luxury villas and 80 branded residences. Positioned near Yala East National Park and Arugam Bay, the resort …
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