The Ceylon Chamber of Commerce (CCC) yesterday called for a collaborative approach to implement the new restrictions announced by the government this week for marketing food and beverages to children less than 12 years of age. A section of the new rules which were formulated by the Ministry of Health under the Food (Labelling & Advertising) Regulations of 2022 is …
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In line with the Central Bank’s near term projections, headline inflation, as measured by the year-on-year (Y-o-Y) change in the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI, 2021=100) remained in the negative territory for the fourth consecutive month, recording a deflation of 1.7% in December 2024 compared to the deflation of 2.1% in November 2024.
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The Central Depository Systems (CDS), a subsidiary of the Colombo Stock Exchange, has launched a dedicated hotline, effective from the first week of January 2025, to provide the stakeholders, including the investors and corporate clients with direct access to the CDS for improved query resolution and support. The hotline, which will operate from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to …
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Major General Ruwan Wanigasooriya (Retd) has been appointed as the new Chief of National Intelligence, the Ministry of Defence said. He officially received his letter of appointment from Defence Secretary Air Vice Marshal Sampath Thuyacontha (Retd) yesterday. Major General Wanigasooriya commenced his duties in his new role at the Defence Ministry in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte. A distinguished alumnus of Ananda …
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The crisis involved in the issuance of passports is to exist further in the New Year, since the available stock is sufficient only for the first half of this year, and the government is still at a loss to call for tenders to get fresh copies of the P-series. The previous government took steps to introduce ePassports but the tender …
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President Anura Kumara Disanayake stated that the success of the “Clean Sri Lanka” initiative depends solely on the active participation of the public. The President made these remarks today (01) at an event held at the Presidential Secretariat to inaugurate the “Clean Sri Lanka” program. During his address, President Disanayake further elaborated: The event was attended by members of the …
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Apple is set to launch the iPhone SE 4 in the first half of next year. The price of this affordable iPhone has already been revealed ahead of its launch, potentially surprising iPhone enthusiasts. The wait for the iPhone SE 4 will soon be over, as it’s expected to launch in early 2025. This budget-friendly device from Apple is rumored …
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As the clock strikes midnight and a brand-new year unfolds, most of us tend to let our hair down and indulge in our favourite treats and drinks. It is perfectly understandable to want to celebrate, but overindulging in unhealthy snacks and excessive alcohol can have severe consequences for our health. If we are mindful of our food and drink choices …
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Foaming in urine can be normal sometimes, but if it happens frequently, then it can be a sign of a health problem. Changes in urine color, burning sensations in urine, and foaming while urinating are signs of many diseases and should not be ignored. If something like this happens to you, then contact the doctor immediately. This can be a …
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– President Instructs the Officials President Anura Kumara Disanayake has instructed officials to promptly implement the necessary plans to position Sri Lanka as an attractive destination for tourists.He further emphasized that the successful implementation of the “Clean Sri Lanka” initiative would strengthen efforts to promote the tourism industry.The President made these remarks during a meeting held at the Presidential Secretariat …
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