Sri Lanka is expecting to obtain around US $ 1.36 billion funds from major multilateral agencies, including the International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank and Asian Development Bank (ADB), this year.

The government has decided to reduce bus fares from tomorrow midnight, giving the benefit of the reduction in diesel prices to the commuters.

The government is set to set up an Irish-style implementation unit with special powers to implement mutually agreed targets and structural benchmarks of the International Monetary Fund within stipulated time lines.

Health tips from the experts

“Kale is a nutrient-dense food that supports immunity” - María F. Carzon, Bachelor degree in Human Nutrition

“Sneak some kale into your smoothie to maintain strong bones” - Michael Colangelo, Master of Science (M.S.) in Nutrition

Sri Lanka is keen to expand ties with the Yunnan province in China which shares many similarities with Sri Lanka, especially in the areas of trade, economy, and tourism, says State Minister of Foreign Affairs Tharaka Balasuriya.

Sri Lanka’s default highlights the dangers of relying on international sovereign bonds – with high interest rates – to fund development.

The Government of Japan provided USD 1.6 million to UN Women in support of humanitarian assistance for women most affected by the socio-economic crisis in Sri Lanka.

President Ranil Wickremesinghe has stated that the Government intends on passing the best Anti-Corruption Act in South Asia in Parliament soon.

Alarming levels of pollution in 2022

Only 13 of the world’s countries and territories had “healthy” air quality last year, according to a new report, as air pollution surged to alarming levels in 2022.