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Trump Faces Backlash Over Planned Russian Diesel Imports Amid Global Energy Crisis

Oct 12, 20262 weeks ago 6 min read

WASHINGTON, October 12, 2026 — US President Donald Trump is facing mounting political and international criticism over plans to import large volumes of diesel from…

JETOUR Expands Sri Lankan Footprint with Second Showroom at Colombo City Centre

Oct 11, 20262 weeks ago 2 min read

COLOMBO, October 11, 2026 — Chinese automotive brand JETOUR is expanding its retail presence in Sri Lanka with the opening of its second showroom at…

“You can increase your fuel prices, but we won’t”: Govt tells private suppliers

Oct 11, 20262 weeks ago 2 min read

COLOMBO, October 11, 2026 — The Sri Lankan government has ruled out increasing fuel prices to accommodate the demands of private fuel suppliers, with Energy…

Rs. 12 Billion Hospital Complex Planned for Dambulla to Ease Overcrowding

Oct 11, 20262 weeks ago 2 min read

DAMBULLA, October 11, 2026 — A new hospital complex estimated to cost Rs. 12 billion is planned for Dambulla to address overcrowding and space constraints…

CSE Ends Week on Positive Note as Banking Stocks Lift Daily Indices Despite Weekly Losses

Oct 11, 20262 weeks ago 3 min read

COLOMBO, October 11, 2026 — Sri Lanka’s stock market ended the week’s final trading session in positive territory, supported by price gains in Dialog Axiata,…

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Sri Lanka Begins APG Review of Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing Framework

October 28, 2026

COLOMBO, October 28, 2026 — Sri Lanka’s third mutual evaluation by the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG) has commenced,…

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Asian Stocks Rally as Anthropic IPO Filing Revives AI Optimism Ahead of Major Earnings

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COLOMBO, October 27, 2026 — Asian equity markets rallied on…

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LAUGFS Gas Explores Investment and Potential Stake Sale in Hambantota LPG Terminal

October 27, 2026

COLOMBO, October 27, 2026 — LAUGFS Gas PLC is exploring…

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Sri Lanka’s Exports Reach US$13.6 Billion in Nine Months as September Sets Monthly Record

October 27, 2026

COLOMBO, October 27, 2026 — Sri Lanka’s total export earnings…

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IMF Technology Chief Urges Strong Governance and Public Trust in AI-Driven Central Banking

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Cabinet Clears US$100 Million ADB Loan Agreement for Economic Recovery Programme

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CSE Targets Record Rs. 200 Billion in Capital Raising as New Investment Products Take Shape

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President Orders Faster Completion of Katunayake Airport Capacity Expansion Projects

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