LNP – U.S.tariffs a disaster similar to Covid-19, tsunami in economic terms: Prez
President Kumara Dissanayake reportedly told the political party representatives yesterday that the U.S. tariffs slapped on Sri Lanka is a national calamity in economic terms similar to the tsunami disaster and the Covid-19 pandemic, and it should be dealt with through a national approach.
Read moreLNP – ASPI soars to record-breaking high with biggest daily gain ever
The All Share Price Index (ASPI) recorded its highest ever daily gain, surging by 704.88 points to close at 15,580.83, reflecting a 4.74 percentage increase.
Read moreLNP – Passport services limited to noon on April 15 to 17
The Department of Immigration and Emigration announced that tokens for the one-day and normal passport services will be issued only till 12 noon on April 15, 16 and 17.
Read moreLNP – Vasavilan-Palaly road reopens after 34 years
The Vasavilan–Palaly road, which remained closed for 34 years due to the prolonged civil conflict, has officially been reopened to the public this morning (10).
Read moreLNP – US Dollar climbs above Rs. 300 for first time since September 2024
The Sri Lankan rupee has declined against the US dollar today (10), with the spot exchange rate surpassing the Rs. 300 mark for the first time since September 27, 2024.
Read moreLNP – Expressway card payment begins this week
The pilot project to introduce card payment options on expressways is set to be launched this week, the Ministry of Transport and Highways announced.
Read moreLNP – Private sector minimum wage to be increased to Rs. 27,000
The national minimum monthly wage in the private sector will be increased to Rs. 27,000 this year, according to the budget proposals, the Ministry of Labour announced.
Read moreLNP – Chennai-Sri Lanka direct train: 60 years later, can Pamban Bridge bring a lost route back?
Decades ago, passengers could travel from Chennai (then Madras) to Colombo, Sri Lanka, by train and ferry. The journey began at Egmore station and continued along the eastern coast, crossing the iconic Pamban Bridge to reach Rameswaram
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