Only one tax cut since 2024 as most levies rise
The higher income tax-free threshold is the only effective tax reduction in Sri Lanka since September 2024, while most other taxes were raised or left unchanged.
Welimada deputy principal accused of beating girl, 12, surrenders
A Welimada deputy principal accused of beating a 12-year-old Grade 7 girl with a broom handle surrendered to police and was released…
13,000 nurses to be recruited over three years, minister says
The government plans to recruit 13,000 nurses between 2027 and 2029, subject to Finance Ministry approval, Health Minister Dr Nalinda Jayatissa said.
Litro gas for Laugfs cylinders under discussion: Deputy Minister
Deputy Trade Minister R. M. Jayawardena says talks are under way on supplying Litro gas to Laugfs cylinders if Laugfs stops its…
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New solar applications ‘suspended’: UNP’s Colombage questions government
UNP's Dinouk Colombage questioned the government's solar policy after a golf club said new solar applications had been suspended.
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People’s Bank climbs two notches to AA+(lka) in Fitch upgrade
Fitch Ratings has raised People's Bank's National Long-Term Rating from AA-(lka) to AA+(lka), the bank said, placing it jointly top among domestic…
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Sri Lanka cricketers face cap of three franchise leagues a year
Sri Lankan cricketers would play in no more than three franchise leagues a year, including the LPL, under rules proposed by a…
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More World & DiasporaUAE cuts petrol prices by 5.5 percent, ending three monthly rises
UAE petrol prices fall by AED 0.24 per litre from 1 November while diesel drops by AED 0.05, which affects the many…