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Government Announces Amendments to Aswasuma Welfare Benefit Scheme

The Aswasuma Welfare Benefit Payment Scheme, which has been in effect since July 1, 2023, has undergone amendments as per Extra Ordinary Gazette No. 2415/66, dated December...

President Dissanayake Pledges Stronger Action Against Organized Crime and Drug Abuse

President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has pledged to take necessary steps to eliminate organized crime and drug abuse while introducing new legislation to strengthen law enforcement. The President made these remarks during...

Misappropriation of Fertilizer Subsidy Funds Uncovered

The misappropriation of government-allocated fertilizer subsidy funds meant for farmers has been exposed, with some recipients yet to receive their payments, State Minister of Agriculture Namal Karunaratne revealed...

Sri Lanka Cricket Captains Challenge Withholding Tax in Court

Sri Lanka’s ODI captain Charith Asalanka and Test captain Dhananjaya de Silva have filed a petition in the Court of Appeal seeking to overturn the Inland Revenue Department’s (IRD) decision to levy Withholding...

Sri Lanka’s Economy Records 5% Growth in 2024, Marking Strong Recovery

Sri Lanka’s economy recorded an impressive turnaround, achieving 5% growth in 2024, supported by renewed macroeconomic stability, according to the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL). The Census and Statistics Department reported...

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