Purchasing Managers’ Indices indicate notable expansions in both Manufacturing and Services activities in March 2025

Sri Lanka Purchasing Managers’ Index for Manufacturing  (PMI – Manufacturing) reached 63.9 in March 2025, recording its highest value in four years. All sub-indices posted month-on-month expansions, reflecting a notable improvement in manufacturing activities, driven by the strong seasonal demand. The sharp increases in the New Orders and Production sub-indices, particularly within the food and beverages and textile and wearing …

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Sri Lanka’s iconic tuskers ‘falling like dominoes,’ conservationists warn

With a single tusk that made him stand out, the majestic bull elephant Unicorn was a true king among the wild herds of Minneriya, a biodiversity hotspot in the island’s north-central region, globally known as the home of the world’s largest gathering of elephants. At dusk, Unicorn would often be seen alongside female elephants — a breathtaking sight that left an …

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Long-term use of antidepressants can increase risk of sudden cardiac death

A recent study has found a concerning link between the use of antidepressants (AD) and an increased risk of sudden cardiac death (SCD), particularly for those with prolonged use of the medication. The study was presented at the European Society of Cardiology’s EHRA 2025 congress and conducted by scientists in Denmark.  Sudden cardiac death is defined as an unexpected fatality …

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All-Party Conference on US tariffs commences

An All-Party Conference, presided over by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, commenced a short while ago at the Presidential Secretariat to discuss the reciprocal tariffs recently imposed by the United States Government. The meeting brought together representatives from across the political spectrum in an effort to formulate a unified national response to the escalating trade tensions.

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Deshabandu granted bail

Suspended Inspector General of Police (IGP) Deshabandu Tennakoon has been granted bail today (10) after being produced before the Matara Magistrate’s Court. Accordingly, he was granted bail under two sureties of Rs.1 million each, Ada Derana reported said. Tennakoon was previously remanded until today, after he surrendered to the court on March 19. After an arrest warrant was issued in …

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Australian High Commissioner Meets Sri Lanka’s Deputy Minister of Defence

The Australian High Commissioner to Sri Lanka, His Excellency Paul Stephens, paid a courtesy call on the Deputy Minister of Defence, Major General Aruna Jayasekara (Retd), at his office in Colombo recently (Apr 8). The Australian envoy was accompanied by the Defence Adviser at the Australian High Commission, Colonel Amanda Johnston. The meeting was held in a cordial and constructive …

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President Meets with Senior Officials of Sri Lankan Airlines

A meeting between President Anura Kumara Disanayake and senior officials of SriLankan Airlines was held yesterday afternoon (April 8) at the Presidential Secretariat. The discussions mainly focused on proposals to transform SriLankan Airlines into a more profitable state-owned enterprise. Special attention was also given to possible short-term and long-term solutions for the airline’s debt management. The talks further explored new …

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Prevention of Corruption will not be passed on to the Next Generation

President Anura Kumara Disanayake emphasized that since assuming office, the current government has taken decisive steps to free the process of combating bribery and corruption from political interference. He emphasised that while the political mechanism has been liberated from engaging in such crimes, it is now the responsibility of the administrative machinery operating beneath that political structure to fall in …

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“Sri Lanka’s Economic Revival – Reflection on the Journey from Crisis to Recovery” by Mahinda Siriwardana presented to the President

The book “Sri Lanka’s Economic Revival – Reflection on the Journey from Crisis to Recovery” ,authored by Secretary to the Ministry of Finance, Mr. Mahinda Siriwardana, was officially launched this morning (08) at the Galle Face Hotel, Colombo, with the participation of President Anura Kumara Disanayake. The first copy of the publication was formally presented to President Disanayake by Mr. …

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