Postal services only 3 days until 10th
The Department of Posts has informed that all post offices and sub-post offices will be open only on Tuesdays, Wednesdays,…
Author: Ceylon Independent
Steps taken to prevent US Dollar from overshooting – CBSL
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) says steps have been taken to prevent the US Dollar from overshooting. The…
Non-essential petrol sales halted for two weeks in Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka has suspended sales of fuel for non-essential vehicles as it faces its worst economic crisis in decades. For…
Cabinet approval : Sri Lanka to open up Fuel Import & Retail Sales Market
Cabinet approval has been granted to open up the Fuel Import and Retail Sales Market to companies from oil-producing nations,…
US president announces additional assistance to feed over 800,000 Sri Lankan children
At the G7 Summit today, President of the United States Joe Biden announced $20 million in additional assistance to strengthen…
Industry veteran Niraj de Mel appointed new Chairman of Sri Lanka Tea Board
Sri Lanka Tea Board yesterday announced that Niraj de Mel has been appointed as the Chairman of the Board. Niraj…
FR petition against those responsible for economic crisis to be taken up today
The Fundamental Rights petition filed in the Supreme Court by Transparency International Sri Lanka and three individuals calling for action…
Power cuts to remain for 1.5 – 2 years: PUCSL Chief
Says fuel hike announced was unwarranted as it reflects import costs not global price adjustments Claims fuel price formula is…
US technical assistance for fiscal management
The United States has agreed to provide technical assistance for fiscal management in Sri Lanka. This was conveyed by the…