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7 best cities to live in the world

Best cities in the world: Countries worldwide make huge investments in turning their cities world-class with top-notch infrastructure and modern facilities that lure people. However, people prefer cities that strike a perfect balance between modernity and serenity. Here's a list...

‘No more silence’: Israelis face Gaza war backlash on Sri Lanka’s beaches

For years, relations between residents and Israeli visitors had been cordial as the influx contributed to economy. But cracks in this dynamic are now visible. The sun hung low over the Indian Ocean, casting an amber glow on the waves...
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Adopting Change for Entrepreneurial Growth

Gross domestic product (GDP) is an indicator that measures the total value of goods and services generated in a given country over time. Sri Lanka’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is a dynamic composite of three primary economic sectors: agriculture, industry,...

Apparel exports face price squeeze in 2025 – JAAF Secretary General

Increased price competition in 2025 is expected to lead to subdued growth in apparel export revenue during the year despite the forecast increase in apparel exports, according to the Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF).  JAAF Secretary General Yohan Lawrence stated...

NPLs decline to 12.3% in 2024 – CBSL said

Sri Lanka’s banking sector non-performing loans (NPLs) reduced to 12.3% at the end of 2024, indicating a gradual easing of credit risk in the sector, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) said. According to the Monetary Policy Report, the...

South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron found dead

South Korean actress Kim Sae-ron has been found dead in Seoul, police have said. The 24-year-old was found in her home in the city's Seongsu-dong district by a friend at around 16:55 (07:55 GMT) on Sunday. Officers said no signs...

No tax reduction this year – Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe

Industries and Entrepreneurship Deputy Minister Chathuranga Abeysinghe states that there is no possibility of reducing taxes within this year, as the government is required to collect 15.1% of the gross domestic product (GDP) in taxes in accordance with agreements reached...

High blood pressure on the rise – HPB

High blood pressure is a major health concern in the South Asian region, contributing significantly to deaths among individuals under 70, the Health Promotion Bureau said. Addressing the media at the weekely media brefing, Consultant Community Physician at the Non-Communicable...

CEB announces power cuts today and tomorrow

The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) has announced a one-and-a-half-hour power cut today (10) and tomorrow (11).   The decision was made to manage the power supply system following the recent outage.   According to the CEB, the power cut will take place...

Four Acting Ministers Appointed

At the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), President Anura Kumara Disanayake has departed for the UAE to participate in the World Governments Summit 2025. As a result,...
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