US to double tariffs on steel and aluminium imports to 50%, Trump says
President Donald Trump has announced the US will double its current tariff rate on steel and aluminium imports from 25%
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President pledges to enhance Sri Lanka’s global reputation as a lawful nation
President Anura Kumara Dissanayake emphasized his unwavering commitment to fulfilling his fundamental responsibility of elevating Sri Lanka’s international standing not
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US proposes 60-day ceasefire for Gaza; hostage-prisoner swap
The U.S. plan for Gaza, seen by Reuters on Friday, proposes a 60-day ceasefire and the release of 28 Israeli
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CEB notice on how to lodge electricity breakdown complaints
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) says that consumers can now lodge complaints related to electricity breakdowns using the CEBCare App,
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Five injured by fallen trees in Colombo; Several roads blocked
Five injured by fallen trees in Colombo; Several roads blocked At least five persons were injured and admitted to the
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Fishermen advised not to venture into the sea
The Department of Meteorology has issued a ‘Red’ warning for strong winds and rough seas for the sea areas off
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Former NLB Director Thusitha Halloluwa remanded
Former Executive Director of the National Lotteries Board (NLB), Thusitha Halloluwa, has been remanded until June 2 by the Fort
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Over 29,000 electricity breakdowns reported across Sri Lanka
The Ceylon Electricity Board (CEB) says that as of now, a total of 29,015 electricity breakdowns have been reported across
Read MoreSri Lanka’s inflation climbs in May 2025
The overall rate of inflation, as measured by the Colombo Consumer Price Index (CCPI) on Year-on-Year basis, has increased to
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SLAF helicopter rescues fishermen stranded in seas off Balapitiya
UPDATE: A Bell 412 helicopter of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF) has rescued three fishermen from a vessel marooned on
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