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India Marks 79th Independence Day with Theme ‘Naya Bharat’

India celebrates its 79th Independence Day today, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi leading the national ceremony from the historic Red Fort in New Delhi....

FACETS 2026: Sri Lanka’s Gem Showcase Returns with a Dazzling New Chapter

Sri Lanka’s premier gem and jewellery exhibition, FACETS 2026, will return for its 32nd edition from 3 to 5 January 2026, unveiling a bold...

CRIB Reports Record Growth, Expands Access to Credit for MSMEs

The Credit Information Bureau of Sri Lanka (CRIB) has reported robust growth in 2024, unveiling a series of initiatives aimed at widening financial inclusion...

US Tariffs Hit Sri Lanka’s Exports Hard – Apparel, Rubber Face Steep Declines

The United States’ latest tariff hike has pushed its effective tariff rate to 17.3% — the highest since 1935 — making high trade barriers...

Construction of Mannar Wind Power Plants Temporarily Suspended

The government has decided to temporarily suspend construction of two wind power plants and another energy project in Mannar, despite tenders being called and...

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