Central Bank to introduce digital currency by the end of this year
The Central Bank is to introduce a digital currency for Sri Lanka by the end of this year, its official told a top committee in Parliament yesterday.
IMF lauds Sri Lanka’s substantial progress in economic reforms.
In a high-profile meeting between Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe, national authorities, and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on January 11, the country received commendation for its substantial progress in implementing crucial economic reforms.
Japan commends Sri Lanka’s economic advancements following crisis
Sri Lanka’s efforts to come out from the worst crisis faced since independence was commended by one of its major creditors, Japan, who’s Finance Minister expressed keenness in deepening economic ties with the island nation.
Finance Ministry raises casino liicense and renewal fees
The Ministry of Finance has announced an increase in casino license fees and renewal fees, effective from January 1, 2024.
US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin remains in hospital - Pentagon
The US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin remains in hospital in "good condition" following treatment for prostate cancer, the Pentagon has said.
John Kerry to step down as US climate envoy
US climate envoy John Kerry will soon step down from his role to work on President Joe Biden's re-election campaign, officials have told US media.
Health workers announce massive strike action next week
Non-doctor employees are gearing up for an island-wide strike on Tuesday, January 16, as declared by the trade unions representing the health sector.
Forbes ranks Sri Lanka among top solo travel destinations
Sri Lanka is ranked 4th in among the top solo travel destinations this year, by the prestigious Forbes magazine.
Parliament passes Singapore Convention Bill
The Parliament on Wednesday passed the Recognition and Enforcement of International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation Bill.
Matteo Salvini: Italian deputy PM takes stand in migrant kidnap trial
Italian Deputy Prime Minister Matteo Salvini has defended his hard-line approach against illegal migration during a court appearance in Sicily.
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Medicine to be delivered to Gaza hostages under new agreement, says Israeli PM
A new agreement will allow medicines to be delivered to Israeli hostages being held by Hamas in Gaza, says Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Rs. 200 Mn additional funds for President’s foreign trips, fuel: Anura Kumara
President Ranil Wickremesinghe, who was harping on financial discipline, had sought Parliamentary approval for Rs. 200 million under a supplementary estimate for foreign visits, fuel and vehicle maintenance in addition to the budgetary allocations, NPP MP Anura Kumara Dissanayake said today.
UN High Commissioner for Human Rights rings alarm bell
The Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) said it is very concerned that authorities in Sri Lanka are adopting a heavily security-based response to the country’s drug problem, instead of public health policies grounded in human rights.
Sri Lanka Air Force helicopter in UN Mission crash-lands
A Sri Lanka Air Force MI-17 helicopter, which was deployed in UN mission in the Central African Republic has crash-landed due to bad weather conditions, the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) said.