Categories: Articles

LNP – Basil lands in India for talks with Modi

Finance Minister Basil Rajapaksa landed in New Delhi a short while ago and was received at the airport by High Commissioner Milinda Moragoda.

During his two-day visit, Basil will hold talks with Indian leaders including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, informed source said.

He will also hold talks with his Indian counterpart Nirmala Sitharaman. Minister Rajapaksa was accompanied by Ministry Secretary S.R. Attygalle. A credit facility from India for fuel imports is among the matters to be discussed.

Tyronne Jayamanne

View Comments

Recent Posts

LNP – New criteria to be introduced to enhance quality standards for private, SLTB buses

While drawing attention to the frequent road accidents caused by buses, the Transport and Highways…

2 hours ago

LNP – Showers expected in Northern, North-Central, Eastern Provinces, Matale

Showers may occur in the Northern, North-Central, Eastern Provinces and in the Matale district, the…

2 hours ago

LNP – Former MP Lalith Ellawala quits politics

Former Member of Parliament Lalith Ellawala today (27) announced his decision to retire from politics.

2 hours ago

LNP – CSE’s ASPI continues upward momentum

The All Share Price Index (ASPI) of the Colombo Stock Exchange has recorded significant gains…

2 hours ago

LNP – Oral public consultations on electricity tariffs to begin today

The oral sessions for gathering public opinions on the proposed electricity tariff revision will commence…

2 hours ago

LNP – Govt reveals relief packages for SMEs, assistance for low-income earners

A press briefing on the economic stabilization process and the proposed relief packages for the…

2 hours ago