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CBSL Holds Policy Rate at 8.75% as Inflation and External Risks Persist

Sep 30, 20262 months ago 4 min read

COLOMBO, September 30, 2026 — The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) has kept its Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) unchanged at 8.75%, opting to maintain…

US Forces Complete Iraq Withdrawal, Raising Concerns Over Iran’s Growing Influence

Sep 30, 20262 months ago 4 min read

BAGHDAD, September 30, 2026 — The United States is completing the withdrawal of its forces from their remaining bases in Iraq, ending more than two…

Sri Lanka Targets Saudi Capital for New Investment and Development Partnerships

Sep 29, 20262 months ago 5 min read

COLOMBO, September 29, 2026 — Sri Lanka is stepping up efforts to attract Saudi investment into new development projects, seeking to transform its longstanding relationship…

Sri Lanka Targets Malaysian Investment as Country Positions for Next Growth Phase

Sep 29, 20262 months ago 5 min read

KUALA LUMPUR, September 29, 2026 — Sri Lanka is seeking to deepen economic and investment ties with Malaysia by inviting Malaysian companies to participate in…

Rumesh Pathirage Strikes Asian Games Gold with 88.55m Javelin Throw

Sep 29, 20262 months ago 3 min read

SRI LANKA, September 29, 2026 — Sri Lankan javelin star Rumesh Pathirage has secured the Asian Games gold medal with a commanding 88.55-metre throw, capping…

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Budget 2027 Targets Rs. 6.18 Trillion in Revenue and Grants, Deficit at 4.5% of GDP

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COLOMBO, November 13, 2026 — Sri Lanka’s 2027 Budget estimates total government revenue and grants at Rs. 6,180 billion, with…

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

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Sri Lanka, Japan step up efforts to address investor concerns and develop export-oriented industrial corridor

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The Board of Investment of Sri Lanka (BOI) recently hosted…

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Home Lands completes 60% piling work of ‘Central Park Boulevard Port City Colombo’

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Home Lands yesterday announced that Central Park Boulevard Port City…

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CBSL Holds Policy Rate at 8.75% as Inflation and External Risks Persist

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