SL sets eyes on welcoming 3mn tourists next year
Aligns launch of much-awaited tourism promotion campaign in September
Key candidates seek to spend Rs.1,000 a voter, lesser-known 50 cents
A few key candidates, in their meetings with the Election Commission to decide on a ceiling on campaign financing, have sought to spend as much as Rs.1,000 for a voter according to the new law whereas some others have quoted as low as 50 cents, a source said.
Greying Sri Lanka live births decline 20 per cent between pre-and post-pandemic era, deaths increase
One-quarter of population expected to be above 60 by 2041
Govt. faces increasing pressure on healthcare, pension schemes, long-term care facilities, social support networks
Sri Lanka's Fiscal, Repatriation Rules Improve Amid Economic Growth
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Israeli settlers torch West Bank village
Dozens of Israeli settlers have set fire to houses and cars in a village in the occupied West Bank, with the Palestinian health ministry saying at least one person has been killed.
Giant panda twins born to oldest first-time mum
Hong Kong is celebrating the birth of twin giant pandas by its beloved Ying Ying, who is a first-time mum.
Australia updates its travel advisory on Sri Lanka amid presidential poll
The Australian Government on Wednesday updated its travel advisory issuing Level 2 amber colour warning, advising its nationals to exercise a ‘high degree of caution’ when travelling to Sri Lanka.
EU to deploy observation mission to Sri Lanka for Presidential Election
Following an invitation by the Election Commission of Sri Lanka, the European Union has decided to deploy an Election Observation Mission (EOM) to Sri Lanka to observe the Presidential Election scheduled for 21 September 2024.
Jetstar Asia to launch low-cost direct flights from Singapore to Colombo
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Jetstar Asia Airways has announced it will become the only low-cost carrier to fly direct from Singapore to Colombo, Sri Lanka, as the new service takes off on 21 November 2024.
Luxury shuttle service to improve airport accessibility
Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) yesterday announced the launch of a new luxury shuttle service, aimed at offering passengers and visitors a premium travel experience.
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TRCSL grants licence to Starlink Lanka for satellite broadband services
The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission of Sri Lanka (TRCSL) has officially issued a Telecommunications Service Provider Licence to Starlink Lanka Ltd., under Section 17B of the Sri Lanka Telecommunications Act No. 25 of 1991, as amended.
North Korea to reopen for tourism after five years
North Korea will reopen one city to foreign tourists in December after nearly five years of border closures due to the Covid pandemic.
Party error sees 100 candidates miss Australia election
More than 100 Liberal Party candidates will be unable to run for council in Australia's most populous state, after a "monumental stuff up" saw the party miss an election nomination deadline.
Puttalam Ilmenite Mining draws disputes among state bodies
The exploration and mining operations for ilmenite in Puttalam have faced significant disruptions due to conflicts among various government institutions and officials tasked with managing this valuable mineral resource.