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UAE Says Flydubai Co-Pilot Attacked Captain in Suspected Terror Plot

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DUBAI, October 3, 2026 — The United Arab Emirates has said a Flydubai co-pilot allegedly attempted to carry out a terrorist attack aboard a flight…

Govt Opens Rs. 95 Billion Financing Push for Businesses in Record Credit Drive

Oct 2, 20261 month ago 3 min read

COLOMBO, October 2, 2026 — Sri Lankan businesses are set to gain access to a record Rs. 95 billion in concessionary financing in 2026, with…

ADB Approves $100 Million Loan to Strengthen Sri Lanka’s Skills and Youth Employment

Oct 2, 20261 month ago 3 min read

COLOMBO, October 2, 2026 — The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a $100 million results-based loan to support Sri Lanka’s efforts to modernise its…

Sri Lanka Plans Simpler Tax System, Customs Levies to Be Phased Out From 2027

Oct 2, 20261 month ago 3 min read

COLOMBO, October 2, 2026 — The government plans to introduce a simplified tax framework from 2027, including the gradual removal of additional levies imposed alongside…

Rs. 22 Billion Uma Oya Development Project to Benefit 5,000 Families

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COLOMBO, October 2, 2026 — A Rs. 22.017 billion development project aimed at strengthening irrigation and water security in Monaragala is expected to benefit approximately…

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Port City Colombo FinTech Dialogue Calls for Two-Year Growth Roadmap

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COLOMBO, November 6, 2026 — A high-level dialogue at Port City Colombo has highlighted the need for a two-year actionable…

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Stocks Slip as Rising Oil, Inflation Risks and Geopolitical Tensions Rattle Markets

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Global stocks edged lower on Monday as surging oil prices,…

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Sri Lanka hosts 11 Asian nations to showcase JICA-backed farming success

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The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) and the Agriculture Department…

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ComBank takes Q+ digital payments drive to Jaffna ahead of Nallur Festival

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Canvasses more than 350 merchants and activates cashback campaign with…

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Export Manufacturers Can Access TIEP Tax Concessions Through Industry Ministry: Handunnetti

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